Poly Implant Prothese (PIP) implants manufactured by a French company have been recalled. The company was substituting medical-grade silicone for industrial-grade silicone, which can be harmful inside the body and potentially lead to breast cancer. Women who have them are scared and frantically trying to find a surgeon who can replace their implants.
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Now that you've decided to enhance your beauty with cosmetic surgery, the next step is to call our office and schedule your complimentary consultation. Once your appointment date is set, our staff at
Southern Surgical Arts will make the process easy for you to meet with one of our board-certified cosmetic surgeons,
Dr. Carey Nease or
Dr. Chad Deal.
Because we are a practice committed to the latest tools and technology, we have two ways to have a consultation with Dr. Deal or Dr. Nease: (1) online for our out-of-town or busy patients or (2) in-the-office for a personal, confidential discussion of each patient's goals and surgical and non-surgical options. Also, before each consultation, you have the option of choosing to complete your health history ahead of time online at your convenience or to do it in our office the day of your appointment.
Our staff will contact you before your appointment to so that you will be able to complete your health history information before your appointment using a secure portal that stores your information in our electronic medical records privately. You will have access to iPads and and other Apple technology to assist you during your appointment, and we will also research financing options available to you.
1. The in-office consultation
This is the traditional consultation at our practice.You should expect to spend 1-2 hours in our office. It is our goal to exceed your expectations during the entire appointment from the time you arrive by greeting you with a warm, sincere welcome. Our staff will check you in and offer you a beverage while you wait.
Above photo: Southern Surgical Arts, Reception Desk, Chattanooga
Next, you will be escorted to one of our comfortable consultation rooms. A nurse or medical assistant usually meets with you first to discuss your cosmetic surgery goals. Once she has documented your desires, either Dr. Deal or Dr. Nease will meet with you. Although, there are many questions you should ask your surgeon, we suggest to start with:
- What kind of surgery do I need?
- How many times have you performed this surgery?
- Will I need anesthesia?
- How long will it take me to recover?
- What will happen after the surgery?
After your consultation with one of our board-certified cosmetic surgeons, you will meet with our patient coordinator who will present a quote with recommendation from the surgeon. She will also discuss any questions you have about scheduling and financing. Once you decide to schedule surgery with us, we require a 10% deposit to schedule a surgery. Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal usually require 4-6 weeks on average from the time of your consultation.
Above photo: Southern Surgical Arts, Post Consultation Room, Chattanooga
2. The online consultation
This process allows you to complete your health history online and upload pictures. One of our surgeons will review your information, pictures and provide recommendations and a quote to you. The surgeon will also make time to talk to you over the phone about your goals. Although you will still be required to see one of our surgeons before your surgery, this process allows you to get a quote with the doctor's recommendation without having to drive to the office. This process is excellent for patients who cannot meet during office hours, live out-of-town, or just want an idea of what their surgery will cost before committing to an in-office appointment.
After your online consultation with one of our surgeons, you will meet with our patient coordinator who will present a quote with a recommendation from the surgeon. She will also discuss any questions you have about scheduling and financing. Once you decide to schedule surgery with us, we require a 10% deposit to schedule a surgery. Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal usually require 4-6 weeks on average from the time of your consultation.
We are committed to ensuring you receive excellent service. We want to meet you where you are and believe using technology to help make the process easier for you. If you have any questions about our consultation process or if we can help answer any questions for you while you are researching your procedure, we want to help. Call our office today:
Chattanooga, One North Shore: 423-266-3331
Calhoun: 706-629-8622
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Because we are a practice committed to the latest tools and technology, we have two ways to have a consultation with Dr. Deal or Dr. Nease: (1) online for our out-of-town or busy patients or (2) in-the-office for a personal, confidential discussion of each patient's goals and surgical and non-surgical options. Also, before each consultation, you have the option of choosing to complete your health history ahead of time online at your convenience or to do it in our office the day of your appointment.
Our staff will contact you before your appointment to so that you will be able to complete your health history information before your appointment using a secure portal that stores your information in our electronic medical records privately. You will have access to iPads and and other Apple technology to assist you during your appointment, and we will also research financing options available to you.
1. The in-office consultation
This is the traditional consultation at our practice.You should expect to spend 1-2 hours in our office. It is our goal to exceed your expectations during the entire appointment from the time you arrive by greeting you with a warm, sincere welcome. Our staff will check you in and offer you a beverage while you wait.
Above photo: Southern Surgical Arts, Reception Desk, Chattanooga
Next, you will be escorted to one of our comfortable consultation rooms. A nurse or medical assistant usually meets with you first to discuss your cosmetic surgery goals. Once she has documented your desires, either Dr. Deal or Dr. Nease will meet with you. Although, there are many questions you should ask your surgeon, we suggest to start with:
- What kind of surgery do I need?
- How many times have you performed this surgery?
- Will I need anesthesia?
- How long will it take me to recover?
- What will happen after the surgery?
After your consultation with one of our board-certified cosmetic surgeons, you will meet with our patient coordinator who will present a quote with recommendation from the surgeon. She will also discuss any questions you have about scheduling and financing. Once you decide to schedule surgery with us, we require a 10% deposit to schedule a surgery. Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal usually require 4-6 weeks on average from the time of your consultation.
Above photo: Southern Surgical Arts, Post Consultation Room, Chattanooga
2. The online consultation
This process allows you to complete your health history online and upload pictures. One of our surgeons will review your information, pictures and provide recommendations and a quote to you. The surgeon will also make time to talk to you over the phone about your goals. Although you will still be required to see one of our surgeons before your surgery, this process allows you to get a quote with the doctor's recommendation without having to drive to the office. This process is excellent for patients who cannot meet during office hours, live out-of-town, or just want an idea of what their surgery will cost before committing to an in-office appointment.
After your online consultation with one of our surgeons, you will meet with our patient coordinator who will present a quote with a recommendation from the surgeon. She will also discuss any questions you have about scheduling and financing. Once you decide to schedule surgery with us, we require a 10% deposit to schedule a surgery. Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal usually require 4-6 weeks on average from the time of your consultation.
We are committed to ensuring you receive excellent service. We want to meet you where you are and believe using technology to help make the process easier for you. If you have any questions about our consultation process or if we can help answer any questions for you while you are researching your procedure, we want to help. Call our office today:
Chattanooga, One North Shore: 423-266-3331
Calhoun: 706-629-8622
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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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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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.
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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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
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
Help Reveal Your Beauty with these Fabulous Deals
Buy One, Get One Free on*:
* 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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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.
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).
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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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
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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