True Passion

One of the best traits anyone could have.

 

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This man has been noted one of the best facial plastic surgeons on the east coast. He is known for his phenomenal rhinoplasties and face lifts. Yes, he is looked at as a cosmetic surgery god. He creates masterpieces. Visually appealing to anyone's eyes; men, women, kids, dogs..I had the opportunity to meet cosmetic surgeon Dr. Richard Westreich.

 

Dr. Westreich is a new member of the plastic surgery group of Rochester and has been working there for the past 6 months.

 

 Dr. Richard Westreich has been a Dr. for 14 years previously working in New York City ,Park Ave. He and his family (Wife and two daughters) decided to move and make a change by coming to Rochester, New York earlier this year.

 

 Although always a city boy at heart he was born and raised in New Jersey and then went on to spend all of his college years in New York City.

 

"Plastic surgery gives you an opportunity to use artistry to improve a patients self-esteem" said Westreich.

 

Dr.Westreich was very vocal on his true passion and reasoning for becoming a doctor. " My favorite moment with all clients is the reveal" said Westreich.

 

He has worked with all demographics young , middle aged, and elders. Nothing phases him in his profession, He loves his job and what he does.

 

The best advice he could have given was to " be informed" and "having a voice"

 

 Dr. Richard Westreich shares his philosophy on cosmetic surgery.

 

 He believes plastic surgery is a unique practice where surgeons combine art and technical skill to enhance a patient's external beauty and internal confidence.

 

He engages his patients in the decision making process and believe it's important to invest that extra time in making the surgery as satisfactory as possible.

 

As a top New York facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Westreich creates a pleasant and easy going experience for his clients. The results of his patience and communication is high patient satisfaction and excellent natural results.

 

To find out more information about Dr. Richard Westreich click on the link below and contact him at (585) 595-1922 also check out the website rochesterplasticsurgery.com/ Although Dr. Westreichs information is not up there as yet being that he is new you can still always give them a call. They don't bite.

 

 

Things to know about getting a boob job

1. When you get breast implants, you are signing up for at least one or more surgeries down the road.

 I would like all women to know that breast implants are not for life. They almost always have to be replaced or removed at some point in a woman's life. I'm shocked at how many women don't know this.

2. When deciding on size, be cautious of boob greed

I think  women get greedy and go for sizes that don't ‘suit the foundation’ as my surgeon put it. We all start off with a certain size and need to respect that. 

3. What you see immediately after surgery isn’t your final result.

Take a lot of pics from different angles the first few days. Two or three weeks later, you will be glad you did. You can look back and see just how much progress you have made. They change so much the first two weeks or so. It's easy to get discouraged, because you are looking at them every day, and you might not realize how much they are changing. If you have day 1 and 2 photos to look at, you will feel so much better.

Don't worry about the initial results — everything will change over the first weeks and months as your muscles relax.

4. Feeling down ? 

The fact that you lose your independence for a good two weeks is depressing. You will also feel like you made a mistake and regret getting [your implants] during this depression and I think the pain meds contribute to feeling depressed. At the start of the second week, things felt better.

Nose Job Facts

A prospective patient’s face needs to reach skeletal maturity ,be fully formed  before they can get a nose job.
For girls, this is generally ages 14 or 15 at the earliest. Since boys’ faces grow a little slower, age 15 is the minimum for males. But obviously, skeletal maturity varies from patient to patient.
Know that rhinoplasty isn’t going to miraculously change your life. If you’re doing it because you think you’re going to get a better job, or a new boyfriend or girlfriend, or because your marriage is falling apart, that’s not a reason to get a rhinoplasty.
 The person who should not have a rhinoplasty is the person who cannot find a suitable nose that they want on the face.
Find the right doctor that you are comfortable with.
Manage your expectations. You will not have the perfect nose or look exactly like the person of your choice. Be realistic.
Take your time recovering and don't rush the process , listen to your doctor.
 Rhinoplasty surgeries are not cheap. Make sure you can afford one without being left broke.

The Do's and Don'ts of Cosmetic Surgery

Cosmetic surgery is an investment. Literally speaking, you are investing money into your appearance. It’s also an investment of time and energy.
Cosmetic surgery procedures increases satisfaction rates, and most patients are thrilled with their results for many years after surgery. However, it’s important to understand that your results require maintenance to stay in shape, and that nothing can fully stop the effects of aging, lifestyle habits, and genetics.
The great news is that there are some things you can do to successfully maintain your results for years to come! Here are some tips and tricks on how to maintain your surgery,

1. A healthy diet & regular exercise are key

Body contouring procedures can transform your curves, providing a more pleasing  look. While the results may seem magical, the look you see now can only last if you remain at a healthy weight. For instance, fat removal procedures such as liposuction will permanently get rid of targeted fat cells, but if you gain weight, you will see it in other areas as remaining fat cells expand.

2. Good skin practices make a big difference now and later

Immediately after your procedure, proper care makes a big difference in scarring. And as time goes by, great skin care will help your results look as good or better than ever.
First off, scarring is a necessary aspect of many surgeries and while your surgeon will take care to place your incisions where they can be most easily hidden, making sure they heal and fade nicely over time is partially in your hands. Be sure to protect your incisions in the sun, keep the area clean, and use the topical scar care creams and ointments recommended by your doctor.
Good skin care is so helpful. Even if you have an existing skincare routine, it’s best to ask about your products and see if you should adjust anything going forward.
 Most importantly, follow your surgeon’s aftercare instructions.

3. Healthy habits inside & out

What you put in and on your body not only impacts your surgical results, it can make a huge difference in your overall health. Be honest with your surgeon about your lifestyle habits. Let him or her know if you smoke, how much you drink, any medications you are on, and even what supplements or vitamins you use both internally and externally. Your surgeon will let you know the steps you should take to prepare for surgery and what to avoid to ensure your results are as perfect as can be.

If you are considering a cosmetic surgery procedure, find a certified cosmetic surgeon in your area.
Also check out the American Society of Plastic Surgeons https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures

Loving my Body

 

I got the chance to talk about myself.

I love my body and the different modifications done to it.

From my ears being pierced to my first tattoo that my best friend created for me at the age of 17, I love them all.

Being able to express myself physically and through the eyes of others makes me feel proud.

I feel entitled to the happiness that I get when I get a new piercing or tattoo.

Check out my audio slideshow below for more insight information!

 

 

 

Things&Ink Magazine

Tattoo and body modification magazines are not new, however nearly all of them are full with half naked women posing ‘seductively’ and no interesting information. Until recently.

The Art Issue. Image taken from Things&Ink.com

A few years ago in 2012 Things & Ink was born and since then the world of body modification publications has changed forever and definitely for the better! The magazine has amazing real life stories and experiences, interviews with industry experts, photo shoots featuring models of all shapes and sizes and articles on anything and everything to do with the body modification world, this magazine really does have it all!

Things & Ink is refreshing new information of common misconceptions of the tattoo industry. Although mainly aimed at female readers the variety of content makes Things & Ink the ideal read for anyone interested in tattoo culture. 

Check out their site and click the link below! 

http://www.thingsandink.com

Body Modification STILL considered Unprofessional

It is not as acceptable as we may think.

byDianna❤️an hour ago

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1. I got the chance to do my assignment on the negativity that people with any form of body modification, including;tattoos,piercings, cosmetic surgery face in today' society.+
2. While doing this assignment , I found myself learning about certain things I was unclear about. For instance when I discussed discrimination in the workforce being accepted and completely legal and not looked at as wrong, was a bit of a discomforting feeling.+
3. I was proud having the chance to have a one on one with one of my close friends on this topic. Before asking Cynisha Johnson about participating I had no prior knowledge of her being discriminated based on her body modification. It was an eye opener for me and I hope it is for all of you that are tuning in.+
4. Body Modification STILL considered Unprofessional.
   

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Tattoo aftercare

Helen gives you  in-depth ways of taking care of your new tattoos. Check it out!

Tattoo healing varies from people to people.

After getting new tattoo wait a few hours and gently dab tattoo with warm water.

After washing your tattoo rub A&D ointment or vaseline on it.

It is best to leave the tattoo and let it heal on it's own.

That was a very quick and easy way of your new tattoo/tattoos!

Make sure to check out Helen's video by clicking on the image above.

Piercing's AfterCare

 

I found this video very useful on how to take care of my body piercing's after getting them done.
You will be able to take care of them in a couple easy steps and know what to avoid.

Basic Aftercare
1) Clean piercing 3-5 times a day; after a couple weeks go down to 2-3.

How to clean them with two methods
1) Use sea salt and boiled water, dab cotton pad into the boiled water and sea salt and press on pierced area

2)You can also get a solution from the place where you received your piercing/piercings


Be aware: Be extra cautious  to thoroughly clean your face piercing, things like shampoo or face wash will clog the area.

Things to avoid
- Ointments will irritate your new piercing/piercings
-Avoid touching your piercing/piercings
-Don't take your piercing/piercings out unless you know it is completely healed
-No Alcohol, and Hand soap
-Don't wear heavy jewelry it will put a strain on it
-Do not over clean piercing let it naturally heal as well

People get Facial piercings for the First Time!

Hey Bloggers! This mini-clip provided by Buzzfeed showcases a handful of people getting their face pierced by Brian Keith Thompson Owner and piercer at Body Electric Tattoo and Piercing shop in Los Angeles, California. It is awesome seeing these people stepping outside their comfort zone and getting nose piercings.  The joy everyone had after their experience was pleasant. Majority stated that is was painless.  "If you're thinking about getting a piercing and it actually means something to you then you should definitely go for it" said the last customer at the end of the video. This video got over one million views and was only posted a month ago. The comments were very encouraging and relatable to people with and without piercings.

Watch the video now by clicking the link below!

https://youtu.be/aH0tmceWse0


Big shout to Body Electric Tattoo and Piercing shop
You can find Brian at www.bodyelectrictattoo.com

Go view this video and more at BuzzFeedVideo on YouTube or their website www.buzzfeed.com

LordSteez-Tattoo Artist

LordSteez is a tattoo artist based in Rochester,NY.  He not only creates amazing tattoos but also shares how passionate he is about them. I was fortunate enough to meet him earlier this year. Shocker, I got a tattoo done by him,(Shown Below) He loves to perfect his craft. I remember sitting in his tattoo room for over 4 hours. That is how dedicated this man is to making every detail worth it. Steez Li also known as LordSteez shared his story about how it all began. "As a kid , I was never into sports or any shit like that. I would come straight home from school and just draw. One day I decided I was good enough to take it seriously and that's what led me here." said Li. Check out LordSteez on Instagram @LordSteez also message him for any inquires.

Ink Master- Oliver Peck

Inked magazine highlights the famous tattoo judge on the television game show Ink Master Oliver Peck. Peck has a couple of rules about tattooing that he wanted to share.

  

                                    Fuck the Trends

1)Forget the cute tattoo you saw on Instagram that had no barrier, black outlines are important. The history of tattooing has proved that no other color pigment will hold a line. It provides a strong foundation, which is obviously the most important structure of the entire design.

2) Tattoos are not for today—they are forever.  Fresh tattoos can be deceiving. Just because a tattoo looks good when it is newly done does not mean that they will hold. This is where an experienced eye comes into play and that is more valuable than most anything in judging a tattoo.

3)It is a shaky line between expert and novice when doing a Traditional tattoo. Because of the style of Traditional (American) tattoos some think that they can get away with sloppy lines, but you need to know the history of tattoos to know exactly where in the design of a Traditional tattoo can look wonky.

4)Burn. Personally it has become a joke on the Ink Master set during “Traditional Day.” The tattooers say that Traditional is too simple, too remedial but then they bomb at it. If it is so easy why do you suck at it?

5)Sweat the small stuff. Black-and-grey is one of my favorite genres of tattooing. Those tattoos can last the longest and not worry about bleeding-out or aging in the sun. The biggest mistake tattooers make with black-and-grey is illegibility, putting too much tiny detail into the tattoo that when it heals looks like a blob.

6)Location, location, you get it. The most important part of a solid tattoo is where it fits on the body.
“One guy’s forearm is not another girl’s ribs.” All canvases are different. The needle you use on one part of skin can’t be used on other parts of skin, the same with machines and amount of pressure. The skin can crack when the needle gets buried in it and the tattoo will blow out. One thing people complain about with Ink Master is that all canvases aren’t even. Firstly it is a game show, so you haters need to know that it’s entertainment. Secondly, this is one of the most real parts of the show. Bad canvases walk into tattoo shops every day.

7)Talkin’ About Practice. The best way to know how to treat different canvases and tattoo designs is by going through trial and error.

 8)What makes a special tattoo? There is no denying that new tattooers are going to mess up, but you also can’t just say that you won’t get tattooed by somebody until they have 20 years of experience—then they industry would die off. When I get tattooed it is more based on the person than the final outcome of the tattoo. If I got a tattoo from someone it means that I love their art and our personal connection. I do have amazing tattoos, but my favorite tattoos aren’t the best. Some of my tattoos are little treasures because artists did their first ones on me. I show that off with pride because it is part of my and someone’s journey.



Check out the rest of Oliver Peck's rules and guidelines to better tattooing on Inked Magazines website.
Click on the URL here to go directly to Inked Magazines article  http://www.inkedmag.com/articles/ink-masters-oliver-peck-rules-tattooing/
Art by: Serena Muhammed
Author:: Rocky Rakovic

I want to hear from you

This interest in body modification began when I was 16 years old. I had my first tattoo idea. Guess what it was? Yes, a typical zodiac sign. I waited till I was 17 before actually doing anything physically. I remember I wasn't of age yet to get a tattoo. So, my mother and I found my acquaintance's cousin to do my tattoo. By the way I do not recommend that. Get a tattoo when you're legal. But, along the journey of tattoos , recently I've found an interest in piercings ,when I got my belly button pierced in march of this year. There's something about piercings that frighten me. In my own experience they hurt more than tattoos. But hey that's me.  Cosmetic surgery is just a fascination of mine I have not done anything surgically but I still love to read about it and other people's experiences.
Ok, I wrote enough about me , Now, I want to hear from you about your experiences,interests, and beliefs!

Sincerely, TheTemple