Dr. Luis De la Cruz, Pioneer in Head Transplantation

While medical researchers still struggle with devising successful brain transplants, Spanish physician, Dr. Luis De la Cruz, is on the cutting edge of head transplants.

De la Cruz has invented a procedure which can add up to 2 inches to a person’s height. De la Cruz claims he has successfully completed head transplants on 17 patients.

The procedures are performed in the doctor’s clinic in Madrid, Spain. The Clinica La Luz is the only clinic in the world where patients can undergo the 90-minute operation where a small incision is made on the side of the head allowing a silicon implant to be placed between the skull and the scalp. The average implant measures 1 inch while the maximum allowed is 2 inches with the need for 2 operations. The first procedure is needed to stretch the scalp.

De la Cruz says his procedure has helped patients who are small in stature achieve enough height to qualify for professions they would otherwise be excluded from, such as stewardesses and soldiers. Unfortunately those who have long, thin heads are advised that the silicon head transplant would likely make them look too “odd”.

Another “simple” silicon procedure is the new silicone “lip” transplant.

The London newspaper, The Sunday Times has reported that PermaLip, a permanent lip implant can be done in just fifteen minutes. The procedure according to cosmetic surgeons can be done under local anesthesia. According to the report the implants do not affect normal activities such as eating or kissing.

The material used is said to be “soft and malleable” to give a natural look. The procedure is aimed at two main groups, those whose lips have thinned due to First_Silicone_Lip_Implant_Done_ and persons wishing for fuller lips. The price ranges from £2,000 to £2,500 (approximately US$3,895 to US$4,869). Source – Carefair

Bet she feels dramatically better!

Silicon is now back in vogue for breast augmentation, a new type called “gummy bear” has been in use in Europe since 1995 and is currently going through clinical trials in the United States while Canada and Australia have approved the cohesive gel implants. Cohesive or gummy bear silicones are known for their ability to maintain their shape. Called “shape memory” the implants return to their original form lessening the chance of rippling or folding.

While the silicone implants used by Dr. De la Cruz measured one inch in thickness women who choose breast augmentation can dramatically increase their breast size with implants that contain 600 to 700 cc’s which can mean a size DD. Plastic surgeons advertise they can work with a patient who desires even larger breasts:

Selecting the proper size of large breast implants to achieve desired results requires careful consideration. While 600cc to 700cc breast implants will bring most breasts to at least a DD size, for many women this is not enough. Women who want to make a statement select 750cc, 800cc, 900cc, and even 1000cc breast implants. Source – Docshop

Tips from Docshop on the positive aspects of increasing one’s breast size larger than DD’s:

Benefits of Large Breast Implants

Increasing breast size is the primary reason most women choose to undergo breast enhancement surgery. Large breast implants, such as those used in DD cup breast augmentations, are ideal for women who desire a dramatic change in the contour of their bodies. Among the benefits of large breast implants are that they:

• Produce a more dramatic transformation
• Are more noticeable
• Help patients look better in various types of clothing
• Won’t result in the regret of “going too small” that can occur with small breast implants.

Chin Implant

Another type of silicon implant is the “chin implant”. Here’s an explanation of how a chin implant procedure is done:

The chin implant procedure

For the facial plastic surgery procedure itself, the surgeon makes a small incision either inside the mouth, along the lower lip, or on the outside, along the jaw line itself. The exact position of the incision will depend on your unique facial structure, the size and shape of the implant, and other factors. Your surgeon may adapt the incision shape and site in order to camouflage any potential scarring.

Once the incision is made, your surgeon will separate the tissue to create a pocket for the implant. The implant is then carefully put into place and positioned between the skin and the bone of the jaw, and the incision is sewn up. The procedure usually takes between half an hour and an hour. Source - Dr. Bray

Real or fake pecs?
(Does it really matter?)

Men can chose to get what is known as “pec” or pectoral implants to “bulk up” men’s chests.

The implant itself is a relatively soft but flexible silicone. An incision is made in the axilla (armpit) and the implants are placed directly underneath the pectoralis muscle. Surgery is performed on an out-patient basis so you will be discharged home the same day. Source – Menshealth

Butt Implants

Men or women can get what is known as “butt” implants.

Butt Implants Los AngelesIn Los Angeles, butt implants are becoming an increasingly popular cosmetic procedure. Quite a few individuals find the buttock region to be a very sensual part of the body. More and more people are becoming health conscious and losing weight. This helps them lead healthier lives and gives them a leaner appearance, however it can also lead to a flattened buttock contour. There are many individuals who wish to have a fuller appearance in their buttocks and increase their sexual appeal. Now butt implants are available in the Los Angeles area at Dr. Robert Rey’s practice. Source – Dr. Robert Rey

It’s a veritable cornucopia of silicon implants where one can become taller, add bigger and better breasts, improve a chin, bulk up your pecs or gain that “perfect” ass or lips.

Silicon, vanity is thy name.

By LBG

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