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Southern Surgical Arts is 100% committed to delivering excellence in cosmetic surgery for men and women. Our Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeons Dr. Deal and Dr. Nease, specialize in aesthetically pleasing cosmetic and facial plastic surgery, and natural enhancements accompanied with modest recovery periods and minimal scarring. Southern Surgical Arts is devoted to helping people ‘age gracefully’ by using up-to-date surgical techniques, state-of-art technology, and offering affordable options for the budget conscious.
Cosmetic surgery is a rapidly growing industry with more and more Americans wanting to look as good as they feel. This includes surgical and non-surgical procedures. High demand is driven by the fact that the antiquated stigma associated with cosmetic surgery has declined, the significance in looking good and feeling your best in our youth-focused society is progressively increasing, and competition in the workplace has pushed older workers to seek an edge in the job market.
Patients put their trust in triple-board certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Nease at Southern Surgical Arts
Cosmetic surgery has always been a significant decision for anyone considering an enhancement to her face or body. In years past, it was a private process that most people made on their own. Today, significant others should be involved in the decision, as their support is crucial for making the best possible decision for their family. More often nowadays, couples are not just supporting each other, but actually having cosmetic procedures done alongside one another.
Southern Surgical Arts, Chattanooga's leading cosmetic surgery center, invites you to join us for a Spooktacular patient appreciation event. Dr. Carey Nease and Dr. Chad Deal, Chattanooga’s Best of the Best Cosmetic Surgeons will award over $10,000 in prizes and drawings. Southern Surgical Arts will also collect gently used and new bras for charity.
Breast Oasis is a nationwide charity that accepts bras from patients who have had breast augmentations and no longer fit in their pre-surgery bras. Southern Surgical Arts partners with Breast Oasis and Chattanooga Room in the Inn, a local organization that helps women and children in need. Since April, Southern Surgical Arts and its patients have donated more than 75 bras that have been sorted, washed, gift-wrapped and delivered to women and young adults in Chattanooga.
The winds of change are blowing and soon fall will be upon us! As the temperature drops, many women are looking to drop a few pounds to fit back into last year's jeans. For those seeking to vanquish the “muffin top” that occurs when squeezing into tight pants, a cosmetic procedure like SmartLipo (Laser Liposuction) may be the solution. After all, there is no better time liposuction than the fall as post-treatment garments can be hidden under cool weather wardrobes.
For decades, liposuction has been done to remove pockets of excess fat in the abdomen, flanks, back, knees, thighs, neck and upper arms. SmartLipo is an advanced and effective liposuction technique using a dermal heating technique that tightens the skin beyond what is expected with standard liposuction. FDA approved in 2006, Southern Surgical Arts was the first cosmetic surgery practice in all of North Georgia and Chattanooga to offer SmartLipo body sculpting.
Laser technology has been all over the news. Laser resurfacing is one that gets lots of attention for its ability to help build healthy new tissue taking years of sun damage off of the skin and giving a youthful, vibrant glow. It can erase sun spots, fine wrinkles, improve texture, and actually tighten the skin immediately after the treatment.
At Southern Surgical Arts, we offer two fractionated lasers - the CO2 laser and the Profractional Erbium laser. Its laser energy bores tiny holes into the skin. Each laser has its own benefits that make it more appropriate for patients but works similarly.
In general, the CO2 laser is the gold standard of resurfacing lasers for skin tightening and wrinkle reduction; whereas the Erbium laser has strengths for reducing sun spots (both brown and red) thus evening the skin tone and will improve the skin texture. Further, the Erbium laser allows us to treat some darker skin types with minimal risks. Both lasers help provide that healthy glow that most patients desire.
Southern Surgical Arts is committed to providing our patients with the best possible results and there are times when one of the lasers is more beneficial for the patient. In most cases, our surgeons will allow the patient to choose the laser; but there are other times where the surgeon makes a particular recommendation. "It is important we purchase almost every genre of laser technology so that our patients know that we are recommending the precise best laser for their skin type and goals," says Dr. Chad Deal.
The recovery time usually involves one week of being swollen, red and "scabby." Most patients are wearing makeup within 6-10 days and happy to show the world their new rejuvenated skin by then. The cost of laser resurfacing begins at $1899. A patient can also choose light sedation during the procedure in order to minimize discomfort.
Because there are possible complications with laser resurfacing. This includes redness, swelling and peeling and it does carry a small risk of infection so patients are prescribed anti-viral pills. "Choosing a surgeon who has experience performing laser resurfacing procedures will also help minimize risk," said Dr. Carey Nease. At Southern Surgical Arts, our surgeons have performed thousands of these procedures over the past four years.
A consultation with one of our board-certified cosmetic surgeons will be necessary to determine which laser is best for you. You can reach us at one of our convenient locations:
Chattanooga, One North Shore: 423-266-3331
Calhoun: 706-629-8622
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At Southern Surgical Arts, we offer two fractionated lasers - the CO2 laser and the Profractional Erbium laser. Its laser energy bores tiny holes into the skin. Each laser has its own benefits that make it more appropriate for patients but works similarly.
In general, the CO2 laser is the gold standard of resurfacing lasers for skin tightening and wrinkle reduction; whereas the Erbium laser has strengths for reducing sun spots (both brown and red) thus evening the skin tone and will improve the skin texture. Further, the Erbium laser allows us to treat some darker skin types with minimal risks. Both lasers help provide that healthy glow that most patients desire.
Southern Surgical Arts is committed to providing our patients with the best possible results and there are times when one of the lasers is more beneficial for the patient. In most cases, our surgeons will allow the patient to choose the laser; but there are other times where the surgeon makes a particular recommendation. "It is important we purchase almost every genre of laser technology so that our patients know that we are recommending the precise best laser for their skin type and goals," says Dr. Chad Deal.
The recovery time usually involves one week of being swollen, red and "scabby." Most patients are wearing makeup within 6-10 days and happy to show the world their new rejuvenated skin by then. The cost of laser resurfacing begins at $1899. A patient can also choose light sedation during the procedure in order to minimize discomfort.
Because there are possible complications with laser resurfacing. This includes redness, swelling and peeling and it does carry a small risk of infection so patients are prescribed anti-viral pills. "Choosing a surgeon who has experience performing laser resurfacing procedures will also help minimize risk," said Dr. Carey Nease. At Southern Surgical Arts, our surgeons have performed thousands of these procedures over the past four years.
A consultation with one of our board-certified cosmetic surgeons will be necessary to determine which laser is best for you. You can reach us at one of our convenient locations:
Chattanooga, One North Shore: 423-266-3331
Calhoun: 706-629-8622
Botox, until quite recently, was primarily known for its wrinkle smoothening and beauty enhancement benefits. However, it offers more advantages than you’d normally believe. Research studies have suggested that Botox injections can effectively treat health issues like chronic migraines. This means there is help with your chronic migraines if you live anywhere close to Chattanooga, Tennessee or Calhoun, Georgia!
What is Botox?
Botox is one of the many names given to a Neuro-toxic protein named ‘botulinum toxin A’ which is attributed to the bacterium- Clostridium botulinum. It is an effective injectable procedure that can treat even the severest of your brow furrow, the "elevens" between your eyes and crows feet (frown lines). Popular names and similiar competitors of Botox include BTXA, Neurobloc, Dysport and Xeomin, among others.
How does it work?
Botox injections impede nerve reactions catalyzing muscle contractions which in turn lead to wrinkles. Besides the glabellar "frown lines", patients can also have Botox administered on their forehead as well as their crow’s feet. One of Botox’s advantages is that it is directly administered to the muscles and does not require anaesthesia.
Numerous clinical studies have proven that women who get injected with Botox are far less likely to develop wrinkles as compared to those who don’t because each injection practically trains the muscles to soften and relax. Once administered, the effects usually last for as long as four months and up to six months.
Patients report the benefits are that they look refreshed, less tired and several years younger.
Medical use and its impact on Migraines
Apart from cosmetic usage, Botox has also been widely used to treat serious medical disorders such as neuropathy, achalasia, depression, overactive bladders, spasticity, and migraines. If you’ve ever suffered from migraines in the past, you’d agree that it can be a severely debilitating condition that virtually paralyzes your everyday life. According to a recent research report published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, migraines affect the American workforce by causing a loss of productivity worth $16 billion every year. And, although close to 43% of adults experience migraine-like symptoms at some stage in life, most of them refrain from seeking medical counsel.
How does Botox treat Migraine?
Contrary to popular opinion, Botox does not treat migraines by inducing muscle-relaxing properties. Botulinum toxin is known to trigger the release of peripheral nociceptive neurotransmitters, which have a therapeutic impact on your pain processing mechanism, thereby curtailing the occurrence of migraines. This is how Botox has also known to be beneficial in lower back pain and cervical dystonia.
Need for expertise
Before commencing, you may want to ensure that the medical professionals administering your treatment are thoroughly trained in administering Botox. This is because migraine treatment requires specialized, focused attention that goes beyond conventional methodologies. At Southern Surgical Arts in Chattanooga and Calhoun, you are assured about getting nothing less the expertise of Botox injections from our board-certified cosmetic surgeons who have several years of experience. Dr. Chad Deal and Dr. Carey Nease are experts in the field of facial plastic surgery, having completed more than 3,600 facial cosmetic surgeries over the past ten years. They are known for tailoring a customized treatment plan for each patient's needs and goals using the latest technology and skills.
If you would like more information about Botox injections for migraines or facial wrinkles, please call to make a complimentary consultation at 423-266-3331 or 706-629-8622. Also, visit www.southernsurgicalarts.com for before and after photos, videos and testimonials of actual patients.
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What is Botox?
Botox is one of the many names given to a Neuro-toxic protein named ‘botulinum toxin A’ which is attributed to the bacterium- Clostridium botulinum. It is an effective injectable procedure that can treat even the severest of your brow furrow, the "elevens" between your eyes and crows feet (frown lines). Popular names and similiar competitors of Botox include BTXA, Neurobloc, Dysport and Xeomin, among others.
How does it work?
Botox injections impede nerve reactions catalyzing muscle contractions which in turn lead to wrinkles. Besides the glabellar "frown lines", patients can also have Botox administered on their forehead as well as their crow’s feet. One of Botox’s advantages is that it is directly administered to the muscles and does not require anaesthesia.
Numerous clinical studies have proven that women who get injected with Botox are far less likely to develop wrinkles as compared to those who don’t because each injection practically trains the muscles to soften and relax. Once administered, the effects usually last for as long as four months and up to six months.
Patients report the benefits are that they look refreshed, less tired and several years younger.
Medical use and its impact on Migraines
Apart from cosmetic usage, Botox has also been widely used to treat serious medical disorders such as neuropathy, achalasia, depression, overactive bladders, spasticity, and migraines. If you’ve ever suffered from migraines in the past, you’d agree that it can be a severely debilitating condition that virtually paralyzes your everyday life. According to a recent research report published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, migraines affect the American workforce by causing a loss of productivity worth $16 billion every year. And, although close to 43% of adults experience migraine-like symptoms at some stage in life, most of them refrain from seeking medical counsel.
How does Botox treat Migraine?
Contrary to popular opinion, Botox does not treat migraines by inducing muscle-relaxing properties. Botulinum toxin is known to trigger the release of peripheral nociceptive neurotransmitters, which have a therapeutic impact on your pain processing mechanism, thereby curtailing the occurrence of migraines. This is how Botox has also known to be beneficial in lower back pain and cervical dystonia.
Need for expertise
Before commencing, you may want to ensure that the medical professionals administering your treatment are thoroughly trained in administering Botox. This is because migraine treatment requires specialized, focused attention that goes beyond conventional methodologies. At Southern Surgical Arts in Chattanooga and Calhoun, you are assured about getting nothing less the expertise of Botox injections from our board-certified cosmetic surgeons who have several years of experience. Dr. Chad Deal and Dr. Carey Nease are experts in the field of facial plastic surgery, having completed more than 3,600 facial cosmetic surgeries over the past ten years. They are known for tailoring a customized treatment plan for each patient's needs and goals using the latest technology and skills.
If you would like more information about Botox injections for migraines or facial wrinkles, please call to make a complimentary consultation at 423-266-3331 or 706-629-8622. Also, visit www.southernsurgicalarts.com for before and after photos, videos and testimonials of actual patients.