The Surgical Artist's Blog

We recently found a fabulous article titled Botox and the Beauty Premium: Can Taking 10 Years Off Your Face Add 10K to Your Salary? The author (and we recommend you read this blog in full) suggests that although Botox and Fillers can make you look younger, the long-term alternative is surgery  ( face lifts, brow lifts, eye lifts, etc.) for a 15 to 20 year difference.

At Southern Surgical Arts, we carry a full line of injectables and fillers to suit our patient's needs when surgery is not an option. But we do offer longer-lasting surgical techniques such as Laser resurfacing, fat transfer, physician grade chemical peels, and a Laser-assisted  Cosmetic Facelift that will give you a naturally youthful result and avoids the pulled, plastic look that you typically see with the Plastic Surgery facelift. "The face lifting technique that our practice provides uses the latest laser technology and expertise, training and skill to provide you with natural results, so that you will look refreshed, younger but not different," said Dr. Carey Nease.

There are always advantages and disadvantages to competing products. Dysport was approved in 2009 to provide temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe glabellar lines. This was the first time Botox had a competing product. And now, there is a study that shows Dysport works better on crow's feet than Botox.

At Southern Surgical Arts, we offer both Botox and Dysport to our patients. With studies like this and better "challenger" marketing, Dysport is making some headway in the marketplace. "More and more of our patients are trying Dysport but many are still loyal to Botox," said Dr. Deal. "Botox has created brand loyalty through its marketing programs and that has been a powerful tool for Botox."

If you'd like to try Dysport in the crow's feet area, we suggest you take advantage of our summer special, which allows you to get one area of Dysport or Botox for $200. Call today for your appointment.

Calhoun: 706-629-8622
Chattanooga: 423-366-3331
Contact us on the web at http://southernsurgicalarts.com/index.cfm/PageID/2646

Southern Surgical Arts has added a new location in Chattanooga at One North Shore and can now also operate at Physicians Surgery Center to better serve our patients in Tennessee, Alabama and North Georgia! The surgery center is located near the Rave Theater and is a fully accredited JCAHO facility to ensure patient safety.

Southern Surgical Arts will continue to operate in our state-of-the-art, AAAHC-accredited facility in Calhoun, Georgia. "We believe the addition of Physicians Surgery Center provides our patients location options that best fit their surgery needs," said Carey Nease, M.D. "It also allows us to better serve North and East Tennessee, as well as North Alabama."

For an appointment, call:
423-266-3331 in Chattanooga at One North Shore
706-529-8622 in Calhoun

You may also contact us at http://southernsurgicalarts.com/index.cfm/PageID/2646

We look forward to serving you and enhancing your natural beauty.

At Southern Surgical Arts, the question of scarring is common. When you decide that you want cosmetic surgery to enhance your natural beauty, your goal should be to avoid as many scars as possible. Although with most surgical procedures, incision points are inevitable, but experienced surgeons who trained in the latest cosmetic surgery techniques know how to both meet your aesthetic goals but also minimize your scars.

Dr. Deal and Dr. Nease specialize in naturally youthful results, minimal, well-hidden scars and quick recovery. Dr. Nease pioneered the Laser Face Lift and for qualified candidates, the patient will have no incisions and very little scarring! "The Laser Face Lift was designed for the patient who is not ready for a traditional Face Lift but desires a more youthful and rejuvenated look." said Dr. Nease.''

One of our patients recently recorded a testimonial and said that she felt Dr. Nease understood her goals. Having a low tummy tuck scar was very important to her. She even said that he brought it up before she did, which proved to her that the end result is just as important to him as it was to her.



Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal recently had a patient who had a breast reduction and lift from another Plastic Surgeon. She presented herself to Southern Surgical Arts because she primarily hated her scar from the lift. The scar reached around under her armpit. She had to buy swimsuits that covered this very large and ugly scar. This technique for breast reduction and lifting is antiquated and does not meet the goals patients who, in this day and age have higher expectations. Additionally, she wanted a Tummy Tuck but was worried about the scars. "In most cases, our Tummy Tuck scars are very low and do not reach around the hips. We most often can keep the scar between the hip bones," said Dr. Deal. Scarring should be an important topic in your consultation with your Cosmetic Surgeon. Ask the doctor for pictures of the technique he plans on using for your procedure. The doctor should be able to show you his before and after picture gallery of the procedure you want to give you reassurance that he is an experienced surgeon with the latest training in cosmetic surgery. We invite you to review our extensive and diverse before and after gallery. Our surgeons are experienced and have your goals in mind, including minimal scarring.

Call to schedule your complimentary consultation at one of our locations serving both Chattanooga, Tennessee and the North Georgia area.

Chattanooga, Tennessee office, opening July 2011: 423-266-3331
Calhoun or Dalton, Georgia offices, 706-629-8622

We look forward to your visit!

Dr. Carey Nease, a Double Board Certified Cosmetic Surgeon congratulates Dr. Chad Deal in passing the 2011 American Board of Cosmetic Surgery certifying exam! Dr. Deal is now Board Certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery and The American Board of Surgery.

The mission of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS) is to serve the public by promoting the safe and ethical practice of the specialty of cosmetic surgery. Diplomates of the ABCS shall demonstrate the highest standards of training, knowledge, and expertise, as determined by a process of peer review and standardized examination and certification.

The following is a list goals for The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery:
To establish training standards
To achieve and maintain the highest professional standards in cosmetic surgery
To establish a method for the qualification of specialists in cosmetic
surgery and a certification system
To carry out such goals and objectives in full compliance with all laws and regulations relating to equivalent surgical specialists
To establish training standards for Cosmetic Surgery

Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal of Southern Surgical Arts are now the ONLY fellowship trained, Double Board Certified Cosmetic Surgeons in North Georgia and the Chattanooga areas. Board Certified Cosmetic Surgeons are the only doctors trained specifically in Cosmetic Surgery . No other board focuses on cosmetic surgery only. Dr. Deal and Dr. Nease performed over 700 cosmetic procedures in their fellowships alone. This does not include over 3500 procedures performed in their careers! They are committed to providing the very best in cosmetic surgery with the latest technology and in the most comfortable spa-like surroundings.

Dr. Deal and Dr. Nease come together with a shared passion for impacting lives by artfully enriching and renewing natural beauty by being 100% committed and focused on cosmetic surgery and laser technology.

Question: Can chemical peels help my acne?

Answer:
1. The Jessner Peel can help remove acne scars, small wrinkles and pigmentation embedded within the skin’s surface, and leaves skin looking smooth and clear within a few days. One of the biggest benefits of the Jessner Peel is a rapid increase in collagen production; the peel is powerful enough to stimulate healthy skin cell production, and will help get rid of acne scars for the long-term.

2. BHA peels are ideal for light scarring and blemishes from acne, since they can buff away dead skin cells and brighten up the complexion. If you have acne-prone skin that is still breaking out occasionally, a Betahydroxy Acid peel may be the best choice for you.

3. Medium-strength peels are typically made with tricholoractic acid (TCA), an ingredient that provides deep exfoliation and sloughs away dead skin cells.

Answer provided by Licensed Aesthestican, Amy Cheek in North Georgia. Call for your appointment at Southern Surgical Arts: 706-629-8622.

With the economy growing, the demand of cosmetic injectables will also grow. This is part of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery's (ASAPS) 2011 predictions. In just a few minutes, wrinkles and folds can be minimized.

Americans are seeking ways to make their lives easier. This is evident with all the quick and easy dinner recipe books sold each year. At Southern Surgical Arts, this trend rolls over to patients who want fast ways to look rejuvenated and refreshed without traditional surgical techniques. "Non-surgical and quick alternatives to surgery are often preferable to patients who want to look a few years younger and only have a few minutes to give," said Chad Deal, MD.

At Southern Surgical Arts, Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal help patients reduce the appearance of wrinkles daily. Our practice is a leader in the Chattanooga and North Georgia area for ALL injectables and laser treatments and we offer a wide array of injectables, including Botox®, Restylane®, Dysport®, Perlane®, Juvederm® and Radiesse®. Our complimentary consultations offer a way for patients to talk to the surgeon about his/her goals and then allows physician to make recommendations that meets those goals.

Although injectables are growing, so are minimally invasive surgical techniques such as skin resurfacing. Southern Surgical Arts uses the Affirm CO2 and the Sciton Profractional lasers to improve skin texture, stimulate collagen and help eliminate sun damage. Carey Nease, MD pioneered the Laser Face Lift, which combines the Affirm CO2, Smart Liposuction to the neck and jowls and often injectables to give an overall improved results. Dr. Nease said about the Laser Facelift, "It is a quick, one-hour procedure with down time of only 3-5 days and very little pain, both during and after the procedure."

With offices in Chattanooga and Calhoun, Southern Surgical Arts offers the Chattanooga and North Georgia markets two convenient ways to pop in and out of our office with little time needed on the patient's behalf.

Chattanooga office, opening July 2011: 423-266-3331
Calhoun office, 706-629-8622

James Koehler, MD, a Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeon from Tulsa Surgical Arts recently wrote and article for Plastic Surgery Practice on Isolated Neck Rejuvenation and Submentoplasty. Dr. Koehler applies many of the latest facial rejuvenation techniques in his practice just as the surgeons at Southern Surgical Arts do. Carey Nease, MD, a Double Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeon at Southern Surgical Arts uses laser technology to rejuvenate the neck and jowl area.  "Neck and jowl rejuvenation can be accomplished with laser lipolysis by removing the excess fat pads and heating of the undersurface of the skin.  The addition of the laser, when compared to tumescent liposuction, improves the outcome by generating more heat which results in more skin tightening than liposuction alone."  Dr. Nease also said laser liposuction is a quick, one-hour procedure with down time of only 3-5 days and very little pain, both during and after the procedure.  "Results can be dramatic when the right patient is selected (30's-40's).  This does not replace a full face and neck lift surgery when that is what is needed!"

At Southern Surgical Arts, Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal often combine the CO2 resurfacing laser with all face lift and facial rejuvenation procedures for enhanced results.  The CO2 laser improves skin texture, stimulates collagen and helps eliminate sun damage. The neck and jowl techniques combined with the skin resurfacing is called the Laser Face Lift. Dr. Nease is the pioneer of the Laser Face Lift and presented at the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery's 2011 Annual Meeting in Phoenix this past January. If you are in your 30's and 40's and don't feel like you are ready for a traditional face lift, you might be a candidate for this procedure. We invite you to join us at our Chattanooga, Dalton or Calhoun office for a complimentary consultation with any of our surgeons! Call 423-266-3331 or 706-629-8622.

Below is a video testimonial of a patient who had the Lase Face Lift procedure.

Southern Surgical Arts is attending the 2011 Ladies Night Out hosted by the Chattanooga Times Free Press on Signal Mountain this Thursday, May 12 from 4:00 pm  - 9:00 pm! We invite you to attend and talk to one of our trained staff members about our services, products, Dr. Deal and Dr. Nease. Sign in at our booth and enter to win fabulous prizes:

- One area of Botox or Dysport worth $300

- Two areas of Laser Hair Removal worth $150

- One bottle of Latisse®

We look forward to seeing you there!