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Carey Nease, MD named Best of the Best in North Georgia

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Jan 30, 2012 6:05:00 PM
Dr. Carey Nease has been selected as the Best Cosmetic Surgeon in North Georgia. "I am pleased to be selected as the Best Cosmetic Surgeon by the Best of Best Awards in North Georgia! Our goal is to provide our patients with artistic cosmetic surgery like FaceLifts, Breast Augmentations, Tummy Tucks and SmartLipo.  My practice, Southern Surgical Arts, specializes in natural enhancements with minimal downtime and minimal scarring using the latest technology available," said Dr. Carey Nease.
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Why is Cosmetic Surgery not the same as Plastic Surgery in Chattanooga?

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Jan 26, 2012 6:05:00 PM
Listen in on this previously recorded show about the significant differences between the specialty of Cosmetic Surgery and Plastic Surgery and learn why not all Plastic Surgeons are Cosmetic Surgeons. The public and the media in Chattanooga, North Georgia and North Alabama are often confused regarding the important differences between these specialties. Procedures like Facelifts, Liposuction, Breast Augmentations are all Cosmetic Procedures and not Plastic/Reconstructive!  The host, Leonard A. Rubinstein, M.D., is one of the original members of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, a Diplomat of the International Board of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery and a Diplomat of the International Board of Cosmetic Surgery.  He discusses this topic with his colleague and immediate past President of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Angelo Cuzalina.

Listen here.

Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal are both Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeons. Their practice at Southern Surgical Arts is 100% committed, focused, dedicated to cosmetic surgery.  They do nothing else but Face & Neck Lifts, Cosmetic Breast Surgery, Tummy Tucks, Liposuction and SmartLipo, Mommy Makeovers, Vaginal Rejuvenation and other cosmetic procedures and services that can enhance your appearance and improve your self-confidence.

During Dr. Nease's and Dr. Deal's cosmetic surgery fellowships, each performed more than 700 major cosmetic surgical procedures in their training year alone.  Since then, each of our surgeons have devoted their practices around the latest laser technology to bring the patients a practice dedicated to experience and excellence. After more than 5,000 cosmetic surgery cases, 3 Best of the Best Awards, 3 Reader's Choice Awards and many happy patients in the Before and After Gallery, we believe our surgeons are the best in the area and the Cosmetic Surgeons for you.
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Dr. Oz and The Doctors feature the Sciton laser used at Southern Surgical Arts

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Jan 15, 2012 6:06:00 PM
The hit TV show, The Doctors, recently featured laser technology from Sciton. Did you know that we have this laser in our Chattanooga office? Southern Surgical Arts' has many lasers that treat the skin, including the Sciton Joule that was featured in this show! This particular laser treats sun damage, unwanted hair, veins, vasular lesions, acne, fine wrinkles and much more!

Dr. Oz is also featuring the Sciton laser on Monday, January 16 to demonstrate the benefits and efficacy of Sciton's BBL (BroadBand Light) and MLP (MicroLaserPeel) used in combination. Dr. Avram who is on the show will illustrate how he achieves excellent results with limited downtime. Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal can provide a complimentary consultation to see how you can achieve the results you want with limited downtime!

Be sure to tune in Monday, January 16th on Channel 12 (WDEF) in Chattanooga!

For a complimentary consultation, call our office today and receive 10% off your first laser treatment.

Chattanooga, One North Shore: 423-266-3331
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Drs. Deal and Nease voted BEST OF 2011 plastic & cosmetic surgeons

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Jan 5, 2012 6:06:00 PM
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal have been named in Plastic Surgery Practice’s annual profile as two of the nation's top plastic & cosmetic surgeons! Thank you for your continued trust in our surgeons at Southern Surgical Arts.
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End of the Year Specials - Don't Miss These Deals!

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Dec 23, 2011 6:06:00 PM
End of the Year Specials
Help Reveal Your Beauty with these Fabulous Deals




Buy One, Get One Free on*:

    • Laser treatments for hair reduction, rosacea, vascular lesions, pigmented lesions and sun damage

    • Cellulite treatments

    • Microdermabrasion & Vibraderm

    • Facials

    • Chemical Peels


* First treatment must be performed the week of December 26, 2011.


Save 30% on Botox, Dysport and Radiesse*
* Treatment must be completed the week of December 26, 2011.
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Holiday Steals from Southern Surgical Arts

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Dec 15, 2011 6:07:00 PM


Save 30% when you purchase up to 3 of the following products and 40% if you purchase 4 or more. Get them now before they are gone!

SkinCeuticals
B5 Hydrating Gel - oil-free moisturizer
Pigment Regulator - hydroquinone-free skin lightener
Emollience - rich moisturizer for aging or very dry skin
Renew Overnight Dry - moisturizer with glycolic acid for exfoliating (night time use)
Renew Overnight Oily - oil-free moisturizer with glycolic (night time use)
Daily Moisture - light moisturizer for all skin types
Sheer Physical Sunscreen - very light formula with great protection (NOT GREASY)
Eye Balm - moisturizer
Clarifying Clay Mask - clay mask with glycolic for spot treatment or all-over exfoliation
Epidermal Repair - for use after skin treatments or for stressed out, over-processed skin
Retexturizing Activator - glycolic acid with B5 for exfoliation WITHOUT stripping or drying
AGE Interrupter - anti-aging cream for over 50's
AGE Eye - anti-aging eye balm for over 50's

Southern Surgical Arts
SSA Acne Pads - salicylic pads to help reduce outbreaks
SSA Acne Drying Lotion - lotion to clear up blemishes

Glytone
Acne Treatment Back Spray
Retexturize Body Lotion
Exfoliating Gel Wash

Call our office at 423-266-3331 (Chattanooga) or 706-629-8622 (Calhoun).
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Smoking and Cosmetic Surgery Don't Mix

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Dec 14, 2011 6:07:00 PM
Should you smoke and have cosmetic surgery? Drs. Carey Nease and Chad Deal emphatically say no.

Most people only know of the long term affects of smoking such as its relationship to cancers and COPD, however there are immediate problems as well that tremendously affect the healing process of wounds. "I rarely see wound healing problems in non-smokers, and we know the risk of problems goes up significantly in those patient who actively smoke or are around second-hand smoke," said Dr. Carey Nease. Instantly when one begins to smoke even just one cigarette the small blood vessels constrict. This has disastrous effects on new wounds that can cause them to become necrotic and even completely open up.  "I can usually tell when a patient has not been forthcoming about smoking during their recovery after a breast lift," said Chad Deal, MD. "Nipples have a very hard time healing without the proper blood flow to them."  This is also especially true for other procedures such as facelifts, tummy tucks,and arm or thigh lifts.

There are also a host of other problems that come from smoking during the healing process such as: increased risk of infection, increased risk of capsular contraction with implants, increased risk of hypertrophic scars, and others. Even from a pure aesthetic standpoint there is loss of elasticity with the skin so that during the recovery phase the skin will loosen up and will ultimately lose some of the "lift" with facelifts, tummy tucks, etc.

At Southern Surgical Arts, our policy is that you must quit smoking 6-8 weeks before surgery. This policy is also applied to the post operative healing process. Since improvement is the goal in cosmetic surgery, minimizing the possibility of complications is optimal.

Have you stopped smoking or in the process of quitting and ready to move forward with your cosmetic surgery procedure? Call us and take advantage of our complimentary consultation with one of our highly trained and skilled surgeons.

Chattanooga, One North Shore: 423-266-3331
Calhoun: 706-629-8622



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Holiday Tips from Southern Surgical Arts

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Dec 5, 2011 6:07:00 PM
As the holidays near, patients want to look and feel their best. At Southern Surgical Arts, we offer spa services, non-invasive procedures and surgical procedures to help you feel confident during the holidays. Here are a few tips from our staff to help you look and feel your best.
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Southern Surgical Arts is First to Offer Xeomin; in the Northwest Georgia Area

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Nov 30, 2011 6:07:00 PM
Southern Surgical Arts is pleased to be the first physician practice offering Xeomin®, an alternative to Botox and Dysport in Northwest Georgia area since November 19, 2011. The practice is also one of the first in the Chattanooga area to offer the new injectable. Xeomin will not be released to the public until March of 2012.
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Dr. Nease Interviewed by Cosmetic Surgery Today: Explain Otoplasty

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Nov 15, 2011 6:08:00 PM
Unlike many cosmetic procedures, otoplasty, or cosmetic surgery for the ears, can be performed on patients as young as 5 years old. While often performed to reduce the appearance of protruding ears, otoplasty is more than just ear pinning.

In this edition of Inside Cosmetic Surgery, we speak to Dr. Carey Nease, a facial plastic surgery specialist, about this delicate procedure.

Listen to the full interview or read through the transcript!

If you are interested in this procedure or any other cosmetic surgery procedure, please visit our office for you complimentary consultation with either Dr. Nease or Dr. Deal, both fellowship-trained and Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeons.

Chattanooga, One North Shore: 423-266-3331
Calhoun: 706-629-8622
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