Self esteem, a tight job market, and a desire to look and feel younger, are some of the reasons that seniors, now in record numbers, are turning to cosmetic surgery to raise their eyelids, necklines, and hemlines, according to ABC World News (8/11). Baby Boomers and those in their 70’s and 80’s are spending more than ten billion dollars to improve or maintain their appearance. “Why NOT me? And why not NOW?” are common questions of my senior patients, notes Dr. Tim Rosio, Cosmetic Surgeon and fellow of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. Most of my patients are living longer and healthier, and want their image to match the way they feel inside. Years ago many seniors used baby oil instead of sun protection. This ‘Shake ‘n Bake’ method caused the photo-damage and loss of elasticity of their skin that we are seeing today; but now we can treat that in the office in just minutes. Aging also causes certain fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise. Dermatologic Cosmetic Surgeons pioneered techniques that make procedures safer, faster, while giving off better results using lasers, fillers, and local numbing solutions instead of general anesthesia, says Dr. Rosio. For example, my SkinFitSM technique with SmartLipo allows me to tighten loose skin, and help correct sagging neck or arm skin that would have required cutting and stitching surgery. People of all ages are now into maintaining their skin and a more refreshed youthful appearance. One of my 80 year old patients just said to me, “Dr. Rosio, my friends and other doctors tell me I look like I’m 60, and I love it! They just can’t figure out how I do it.” The more natural look is what many of my senior patients want from our Cosmetic Surgery. Now they can get it with minimal risk, downtime, and with little or no discomfort.
About Dr. Rosio: Dr. Tim Rosio is a board certified Dermatologist member of the AAD, and director of AnewSKIN Dermatology with offices in the Sacramento area in El Dorado Hills, and Auburn
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