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Theresa's Story: The Transformation of a Lifetime

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Jun 5, 2018 1:17:33 PM

Theresa Dekker spent 20 years wishing her body, her health and her life would get better. The former military veteran says she’d always been fit until 1996, when she was prescribed medication for endometriosis, and instantly gained weight. Pregnancy packed on more pounds and by the summer of 2016, tipping the scale at 241 lbs, Theresa decided she’d had enough. “I woke up and said, ‘That’s it. I’m done’,” she recalls. Immediately she made a plan to transform herself, no matter what it took. “Mentally I always knew it was going to be difficult, but I had to stay focused and not allow myself to quit,” she says. Theresa made eating lean and exercising her top priority. Eventually working up to daily jogs and visits to the gym, her hard work paid off when just three months later, she’d shed an incredible 5o lbs.

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Are You Ready for Surgery? Here's Why It Matters.

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Jan 23, 2018 1:00:00 PM

You’ve finally set the date for that tummy tuck, liposuction or facelift you’ve been wanting for years. You know you’re in good hands at Southern Surgical Arts and you can’t wait to see the results of their expertise in time for your vacation this summer. But did you know that alongside your trusted medical specialist, you also play an important role in how flat or firm you become? Committing to your physical health and educating yourself before you go under the knife (or laser) will help give you the body you want and make the most of the money you’re spending to get it.

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Breast "Refresh" Surgery Pioneered by Southern Surgical Arts

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Jun 26, 2017 2:56:00 PM

Everyone knows that breast augmentation with silicone or saline implants is a great way to add fullness and volume to natural breasts. But did you know that if your implants are less than ten years old you can have your breasts “refreshed” without having new ones placed? In the video below, Dr. Chad Deal discusses a new technique pioneered at Southern Surgical Arts to restore your breast augmentation to its original, youthful appearance if your implants have dropped over time. Take a look to learn more about the procedure, including information on downtime, scarring, and more. We are excited to have this groundbreaking new technique available at SSA and look forward to sharing it with our patients.

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Q & A: Breast Augmentation “Refresh”

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Apr 11, 2016 11:30:00 AM

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3 Essentials of an Attractive Mommy Makeover

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on May 4, 2015 3:33:00 PM

Many cosmetic surgeons offer a “Mommy Makeover,” a combination of procedures that can restore a mother’s body to pre-pregnancy (or better!) shape. But it takes true artistry to achieve the most beautiful and natural-looking results, as well as to keep the scars as unobtrusive as possible.

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Q & A: Saline vs. Silicone Breast Implants

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Apr 13, 2015 11:30:00 AM
Q. I have wanted to enhance my barely B-cup breasts for a long time. I finally made up my mind to have surgery, but now I don’t know whether to have silicone or saline implants. Which one is better?

A. You can achieve beautiful, natural-looking breasts with both types of implants but there are certain factors to consider when making your decision. Some important facts about your options are listed below.

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Mommy Makeover: Timing is Everything

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Jan 12, 2015 2:59:00 PM
Q: I just gave birth to our third child four months ago and we don’t plan to have any more. I am so ready to get my pre-pregnancy body back! When can I schedule my mommy makeover?
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Want to Give Your Bust a Boost?

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Jul 7, 2014 10:30:00 AM

Q. Can a breast augmentation give me more cleavage?

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Our Top 7 Questions About Breast Augmentation

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Mar 31, 2014 8:58:00 AM

Q. ARE BREAST IMPLANTS SAFE?
A. Yes. This is the most common cosmetic surgical procedure in the USA. The implants we use are FDA approved. The risks of a breast augmentation are the same as the common risk of any surgery.

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Breastfeeding after Breast Surgery

Posted by Southern Surgical Arts on Mar 17, 2014 1:25:00 AM

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