When considering if breast augmentation surgery is right for you, it’s important you feel completely comfortable and confident before undergoing the knife. You will need to thoroughly research the procedure before choosing to proceed. In doing so, you are sure to come across an abundance of information; some true, some not. Here are guidelines on finding credible information as well as a breakdown of what’s true and what’s a myth.
Read More →Cosmetic surgery is more than just a science and a steady hand; every patient is different, and the surgeon must have an artistic eye to work with a person's existing features to create a natural looking result. At Southern Surgical Arts in Chattanooga, their board-certified cosmetic surgeons bring a natural artistry to their craft to ultimately achieve results that look like the person they're operating on. As Dr. Carey Nease explains it, clients tell them that "I still want to look like me -- just younger."
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The discipline of cosmetic surgery is exclusively devoted to maintaining, restoring, or enhancing a person's normal appearance. With these goals in mind, it's crucial that your cosmetic surgeons are capable of assessing your body's aesthetics and characteristics in order to produce the most natural-looking results possible. At Southern Surgical Arts in Chattanooga, breast augmentation and lifts and other cosmetic breast surgeries are done with artistry and technique to create a fuller, natural and youthful appearing breast.
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Even though the
labiaplasty procedure remains mostly unknown among the general public, around 2,200 procedures were performed in 2011 according the the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).
Dr. Deal, a double board-certified cosmetic surgeon at
Southern Surgical Arts performs the procedure and was trained in Las Vegas by a world-renowed plastic and cosmetic surgeon during his cosmetic surgery fellowship in 2009 and 2010.
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Southern Surgical Arts, Chattanooga's leading
cosmetic surgery center, is staying on the cutting-edge of aesthetic enhancements by bringing the latest technology to their two locations. Recently introduced to patients, both the
Dermapen® and
Gentle Max Pro laser are producing stunning results.
Recently awarded "Best Professional Skin Rejuvenation Device" at THE Aesthetic Show 2012, the Dermapen is an advanced skin micro-needling. The fractional micro-needling device works to tighten, lift and rejuvenate the skin and is effective in reducing fine lines and wrinkles, minimizing pore size and acne scars.
The unique spring-loaded needle tip of the Dermapen uses an automated needling motion that minimizes pain and discomfort, while better promoting an even absorption of topicals, such as PRP, hyaluronic acid, hydrogenated collagen, Vitamin C and peptides into the skin. Triple-board certified cosmetic and facial plastic surgeon Dr. Nease says, "The results are youthful looking skin with even tone and texture with the added benefit of very little downtime. Little downtime and immediate results are important to our patients and what we are known for."
The second new cosmetic enhancement technology to be added to Southern Surgical Arts' cosmetic surgery center is the Gentle Max Pro laser from Candela. This versatile laser offers a cooling system that helps cool the skin to make each patient's experience better and faster. The laser also treats hemangiomas (cherry moles), rosacea (redness), beard bumps (PFB), pigmented lesions (brown/age spots), spider veins and broken capillaries.
"The Gentle Max Pro is the newest and most advanced laser on the market. With its addition, Southern Surgical Arts now has more than ten lasers that can treat most cosmetic concerns," states Dr. Deal, Southern Surgical Arts' second board certified cosmetic surgeon.
As an introductory offering to celebrate the arrival of the Dermapen and Gentle Max Pro laser, Southern Surgical Arts is running various limited time specials. This month clients can try Dermapen micro-needling at 25% OFF! This reduces the regular price of $300 to only $225 for one treatment. Additionally, a series of three Dermapen treatments can be purchased for only $599, regularly $800. Laser treatments are also on special with Southern Surgical Arts offering all laser treatments purchased this month for a 50% savings.
To learn more about the latest technology available at Southern Surgical Arts or to schedule an appointment with one of their Aesthesticans, please call the cosmetic surgery center's Chattanooga office at 423-266-3331.
For a full line-up of cosmetic procedures offered visit www.SouthernSurgicalArts.com.
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Recently awarded "Best Professional Skin Rejuvenation Device" at THE Aesthetic Show 2012, the Dermapen is an advanced skin micro-needling. The fractional micro-needling device works to tighten, lift and rejuvenate the skin and is effective in reducing fine lines and wrinkles, minimizing pore size and acne scars.
The unique spring-loaded needle tip of the Dermapen uses an automated needling motion that minimizes pain and discomfort, while better promoting an even absorption of topicals, such as PRP, hyaluronic acid, hydrogenated collagen, Vitamin C and peptides into the skin. Triple-board certified cosmetic and facial plastic surgeon Dr. Nease says, "The results are youthful looking skin with even tone and texture with the added benefit of very little downtime. Little downtime and immediate results are important to our patients and what we are known for."
The second new cosmetic enhancement technology to be added to Southern Surgical Arts' cosmetic surgery center is the Gentle Max Pro laser from Candela. This versatile laser offers a cooling system that helps cool the skin to make each patient's experience better and faster. The laser also treats hemangiomas (cherry moles), rosacea (redness), beard bumps (PFB), pigmented lesions (brown/age spots), spider veins and broken capillaries.
"The Gentle Max Pro is the newest and most advanced laser on the market. With its addition, Southern Surgical Arts now has more than ten lasers that can treat most cosmetic concerns," states Dr. Deal, Southern Surgical Arts' second board certified cosmetic surgeon.
As an introductory offering to celebrate the arrival of the Dermapen and Gentle Max Pro laser, Southern Surgical Arts is running various limited time specials. This month clients can try Dermapen micro-needling at 25% OFF! This reduces the regular price of $300 to only $225 for one treatment. Additionally, a series of three Dermapen treatments can be purchased for only $599, regularly $800. Laser treatments are also on special with Southern Surgical Arts offering all laser treatments purchased this month for a 50% savings.
To learn more about the latest technology available at Southern Surgical Arts or to schedule an appointment with one of their Aesthesticans, please call the cosmetic surgery center's Chattanooga office at 423-266-3331.
For a full line-up of cosmetic procedures offered visit www.SouthernSurgicalArts.com.
RealSelf.com, a customer review site released top trends in cosmetic surgery for the spring and summer in 2012.
Botox® is still very popular with patients. Fillers for the face have also seen an increase this spring and summer. "Nonsurgical options are popular in the summer because there is minimal downtime," says Dr. Carey Nease, a triple-board certified facial plastic and cosmetic surgeon. "It allows the patient to come in one day and be back in the pool with their kids the next."
Brazilian Butt Lifts are seeing an increase in popularity. Curvy celebrities such as Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez have helped with what RealSelf.com shows as a 28% increase in this procedure. Realself.com also says patients satisfaction is also very high at 93%.
Dr. Deal is the South's premier surgeon for Brazilian Butt Lifts. In fact, he has taught at two AACS symposiums in the past year and taught the procedure to a group of cosmetic and plastic surgeons from around the world in St. Louis last month. "This is one of my favorite procedures to perform as patients are highly satisfied with the results," says Dr. Chad Deal at Southern Surgical Arts. "Patients love the feminine curves the procedure provides."
The Mommy Makeover is still popular in the summer, even though it requires some downtime. The combination of procedures usually include breast augmentation, breast lift (with or without implants), a tummy tuck and liposuction. The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) reports that breast augmentation and tummy tucks were two of the most popular procedures of 2011. RealSelf also says that online searches for this procedure is up 13 percent over the past year. 98% of patients said the Mommy Makeover surgery was "worth it."
If you are interested in Botox, fillers (Restylane or Juvederm), a Brazilian Butt Lift, Tummy Tuck or a Mommy Makeover, call and schedule your complimentary consultation with one our our surgeons. Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal are both fellowship-trained, Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeons who specialize in cosmetic procedures. Together, they have performed more than 7,000 cosmetic surgery procedures in the last 5 years. They both use the latest technology to produce natural, artistic results for you. Our surgeons will consult with you to determine your aesthetic goals, and offer you the best surgical or non-surgical options to help you achieve those goals. They are meticulous in their attention to detail to ensure that you have minimal scarring and the fastest recovery time possible.
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Botox® is still very popular with patients. Fillers for the face have also seen an increase this spring and summer. "Nonsurgical options are popular in the summer because there is minimal downtime," says Dr. Carey Nease, a triple-board certified facial plastic and cosmetic surgeon. "It allows the patient to come in one day and be back in the pool with their kids the next."
Brazilian Butt Lifts are seeing an increase in popularity. Curvy celebrities such as Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez have helped with what RealSelf.com shows as a 28% increase in this procedure. Realself.com also says patients satisfaction is also very high at 93%.
Dr. Deal is the South's premier surgeon for Brazilian Butt Lifts. In fact, he has taught at two AACS symposiums in the past year and taught the procedure to a group of cosmetic and plastic surgeons from around the world in St. Louis last month. "This is one of my favorite procedures to perform as patients are highly satisfied with the results," says Dr. Chad Deal at Southern Surgical Arts. "Patients love the feminine curves the procedure provides."
The Mommy Makeover is still popular in the summer, even though it requires some downtime. The combination of procedures usually include breast augmentation, breast lift (with or without implants), a tummy tuck and liposuction. The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) reports that breast augmentation and tummy tucks were two of the most popular procedures of 2011. RealSelf also says that online searches for this procedure is up 13 percent over the past year. 98% of patients said the Mommy Makeover surgery was "worth it."
If you are interested in Botox, fillers (Restylane or Juvederm), a Brazilian Butt Lift, Tummy Tuck or a Mommy Makeover, call and schedule your complimentary consultation with one our our surgeons. Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal are both fellowship-trained, Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeons who specialize in cosmetic procedures. Together, they have performed more than 7,000 cosmetic surgery procedures in the last 5 years. They both use the latest technology to produce natural, artistic results for you. Our surgeons will consult with you to determine your aesthetic goals, and offer you the best surgical or non-surgical options to help you achieve those goals. They are meticulous in their attention to detail to ensure that you have minimal scarring and the fastest recovery time possible.
Southern Surgical Arts has unveiled their newly designed website for Chattanooga, North Georgia and North Alabama cosmetic surgery patients
Today, Southern Surgical Arts has announced the launch of a redesigned website created to cater to both the visual and logical cosmetic surgery patient. On the new site, the Chattanooga cosmetic surgery center provides a wide range of information on Smart Lipo, Face & Neck Lifts, Cosmetic Breast Surgery, Tummy Tucks, Liposuction and numerous other outpatient operations.
Equipped with an extensive portfolio of before-and-after photos along with short videos for patients who prefer to see the Southern Surgical Arts’ difference, the site is one of the most aesthetically designed sources for cosmetic surgery available. Supporting the website’s visual appeal is a generous amount of written information on available cosmetic surgeries including factual data, surgery statistics and biographical backgrounders on the surgery center’s board certified surgeons.
Also found on the website is a patient portal for existing cosmetic surgery patients. The portal gives access to electronic medical records, consent forms, general financial information and the treatments process, all through a secure log in.
“After enhancing the appearance of our patients, we felt it was time to give our own practice website a facelift,” said Dr. Nease, Southern Surgical Arts’ triple-board certified Cosmetic and Facial Plastic Surgeons. “We set out to create an intuitive, user-friendly website and ended up with a clean and professional page that I feel will make the whole process for our patients a pleasant experience.”
Visit www.SouthernSurgicalArts.com to view the new website and discover endless possibilities in surgical enhancement.
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Today, Southern Surgical Arts has announced the launch of a redesigned website created to cater to both the visual and logical cosmetic surgery patient. On the new site, the Chattanooga cosmetic surgery center provides a wide range of information on Smart Lipo, Face & Neck Lifts, Cosmetic Breast Surgery, Tummy Tucks, Liposuction and numerous other outpatient operations.
Equipped with an extensive portfolio of before-and-after photos along with short videos for patients who prefer to see the Southern Surgical Arts’ difference, the site is one of the most aesthetically designed sources for cosmetic surgery available. Supporting the website’s visual appeal is a generous amount of written information on available cosmetic surgeries including factual data, surgery statistics and biographical backgrounders on the surgery center’s board certified surgeons.
Also found on the website is a patient portal for existing cosmetic surgery patients. The portal gives access to electronic medical records, consent forms, general financial information and the treatments process, all through a secure log in.
“After enhancing the appearance of our patients, we felt it was time to give our own practice website a facelift,” said Dr. Nease, Southern Surgical Arts’ triple-board certified Cosmetic and Facial Plastic Surgeons. “We set out to create an intuitive, user-friendly website and ended up with a clean and professional page that I feel will make the whole process for our patients a pleasant experience.”
Visit www.SouthernSurgicalArts.com to view the new website and discover endless possibilities in surgical enhancement.
We talk a lot about the Mommy Makeover that helps moms get their pre-pregnancy figure back. It usually includes a breast augmentation (with or without a lift), liposuction and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). But in today's fast-paced environment, Dads are also helping take kids to soccer. So, let's not forget about Dad's option to help improve his appearance, too!
Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal have both been selected to teach at the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery's Cadaver Dissection Workshop in St. Louis next month. Dr. Nease will teach various liposuction techniques: routine, laser-assisted and power-assisted. Dr. Deal will teach physicians about the Brazilian Butt Lift (large volume fat transfer to the buttock). "While it is always an honor to be asked to speak for the advancement of Cosmetic Surgery education, this event is a special occasion to be able to demonstrate safe and effective techniques on a cadaver in front of many esteemed national and international colleagues" says Dr. Nease.
Any surgeon interested in new and established techniques in breast and body contouring are encouraged to attend. "Never stop learning...our patients should not only appreciate this from their surgeons but they should expect it!" Dr. Deal reminds his own fellow who is training at Southern Surgical Arts this year. The three-day cadaver dissection workshop is an extensive hands-on cadaver workshop, which features world-renowned faculty who are experts in cosmetic surgery. It will be presented at Saint Louis University, one of the top venues in the world for surgical education workshops. Both new and established techniques in cosmetic breast, body and reconstructive surgery including breast augmentation, mastopexy (breast lift), reduction, and reconstruction will be taught. Hands-on body contouring including avelar abdominoplasty, belt lipectomy, buttock lifts, implants, thigh lifts, and brachioplasty will be performed during the workshop. An emphasis on complications, patient safety, and the newest techniques that deliver consistent results will be presented. Attendees have the opportunity to register for their choice of Breast, Body, or both workshops.
Highlights of the workshop are featured on page 2 at http://www.cosmeticsurgery.org/education/june2012programbrochure.pdf.
If you are interested in the latest advances in cosmetic surgery, please call one of our convenient locations:
Chattanooga, One North Shore: 423-266-3331
Calhoun: 706-629-8622
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Any surgeon interested in new and established techniques in breast and body contouring are encouraged to attend. "Never stop learning...our patients should not only appreciate this from their surgeons but they should expect it!" Dr. Deal reminds his own fellow who is training at Southern Surgical Arts this year. The three-day cadaver dissection workshop is an extensive hands-on cadaver workshop, which features world-renowned faculty who are experts in cosmetic surgery. It will be presented at Saint Louis University, one of the top venues in the world for surgical education workshops. Both new and established techniques in cosmetic breast, body and reconstructive surgery including breast augmentation, mastopexy (breast lift), reduction, and reconstruction will be taught. Hands-on body contouring including avelar abdominoplasty, belt lipectomy, buttock lifts, implants, thigh lifts, and brachioplasty will be performed during the workshop. An emphasis on complications, patient safety, and the newest techniques that deliver consistent results will be presented. Attendees have the opportunity to register for their choice of Breast, Body, or both workshops.
Highlights of the workshop are featured on page 2 at http://www.cosmeticsurgery.org/education/june2012programbrochure.pdf.
If you are interested in the latest advances in cosmetic surgery, please call one of our convenient locations:
Chattanooga, One North Shore: 423-266-3331
Calhoun: 706-629-8622
Thanks to a colleague and friend, Dr. Landon McLain, for allowing us to share this information about the origins of plastic surgery.
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Dr. McLain wrote about this graph found on National Geographic's blog.
"This is fairly accurate but leaves out some important info. The famed Indian surgeon, Sushruta in fact, also vividly described eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) in striking detail and very similar to techniques used today.
Also, the origin of plastic surgery in the US is an interesting one... In 1917 the US entered WWI which was a war primarily fought "in the trenches" (origin of this term commonly used in American football).
This resulted in devastating head and neck injuries combined with increased survival due to the new steel helmets. As there were no "plastic surgeons" at the time, the SGO (Surgeon General's Office) combined general surgeons and dentists/oral surgeons and created to first "plastic surgeons" to render the head and neck reconstructive procedures required to rehabilitate these unfortunate servicemen.
In fact, the first plastic surgery society in the US, now the American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS) formed in 1921, required both a dental degree and medical degree for many years. The first president of the society, Dr. Truman Brophy had been originally trained as an oral surgeon.
Interestingly, the first Professor of Plastic Surgery at Harvard University, Dr. Varaztad Kazanjian was originally a dentist as well as the first editor of the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (PRS) journal Dr. Robert H Ivy. In many ways, plastic surgery owes its origins to the field of dentistry."
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Dr. McLain wrote about this graph found on National Geographic's blog.
"This is fairly accurate but leaves out some important info. The famed Indian surgeon, Sushruta in fact, also vividly described eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) in striking detail and very similar to techniques used today.
Also, the origin of plastic surgery in the US is an interesting one... In 1917 the US entered WWI which was a war primarily fought "in the trenches" (origin of this term commonly used in American football).
This resulted in devastating head and neck injuries combined with increased survival due to the new steel helmets. As there were no "plastic surgeons" at the time, the SGO (Surgeon General's Office) combined general surgeons and dentists/oral surgeons and created to first "plastic surgeons" to render the head and neck reconstructive procedures required to rehabilitate these unfortunate servicemen.
In fact, the first plastic surgery society in the US, now the American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS) formed in 1921, required both a dental degree and medical degree for many years. The first president of the society, Dr. Truman Brophy had been originally trained as an oral surgeon.
Interestingly, the first Professor of Plastic Surgery at Harvard University, Dr. Varaztad Kazanjian was originally a dentist as well as the first editor of the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (PRS) journal Dr. Robert H Ivy. In many ways, plastic surgery owes its origins to the field of dentistry."