The Surgical Artist's Blog

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. The results are youthful looking skin with even tone and texture and down-time of only one day.

Southern Surgical Arts, Chattanooga's leading cosmetic surgery center, is pleased to announce their recent alignment with the Breast Oasis and Allergan Brilliant Distinction charities. Through their philanthropic efforts, Southern Surgical Arts will give back to women in the local community.

Both charity outreach programs have a common thread -- they target women who have undergone a cosmetic surgery procedure.

Through Breast Oasis, women who have had breast augmentations and no longer fit in their pre-surgery bras are encouraged to donate the slightly used under garments. Once collected by participating retailers and cosmetic surgery centers, like Southern Surgical Arts, these bras are then sorted, washed, gift-wrapped and delivered to women in need. Recipients, many of which are in homeless or crisis centers, are even provided with messages of encouragement from the donators through an online bra-identification number messaging system.

To date, Breast Oasis has collected and donated over 100,000 bras to women across the country and has plans to expand internationally, including in disaster zones. With the recent launch of Southern Surgical Arts' bra collection initiatives they hope to take in 400 bras for the Breast Oasis charity this year.

"It is truly a grass-roots movement to bring the community together," said Dr. Chad Deal, a fellowship-trained and Board Certified Cosmetic Surgeon at the surgery center. "Champion Cleaners' Hickory Valley Road location will be laundering the bras we collect, and donate them to Chattanooga Room in the Inn, a temporary home for women and children in need."

Southern Surgical Arts cosmetic surgery practice is also working with the Allergan Brilliant Distinctions program. Allergan Brilliant Distinctions gives credit to patients each time they receive a BOTOX® Cosmetic or JUVÉDERM® XC treatment from a participating physician. These credits can be redeemed at a later time for discounts on additional procedures or donated as cash contributions to Dress for Success, the Make a Wish Foundation or other charities. The points can now be donated to Southern Surgical Arts' charity.

"Bring the Breast Oasis and Allergan Brilliant Distinctions programs to the Chattanooga area couldn't be more exciting," says Dr. Carey Nease, a triple-board certified cosmetic surgeon at Southern Surgical Arts. "We truly believe that through these amazing charities we can make a positive impact in the lives of women."

To drop off bras for Breast Oasis, visit either of Southern Surgical Arts' locations located at One North Shore, 200 Manufacturers Rd - Suite 105, Chattanooga, TN or 120 Cornerstone Way, Calhoun GA. For more information on donating credits earned in the Allergan Brilliant Distinctions program, call Southern Surgical Arts at 423-266-3331.

Champion Cleaners is run by Tim & Kathy Miller and is located at 2301 Hickory Valley Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421.

More information on Chattanooga Room in the Inn can be found at http://www.chattanoogaroomintheinn.com.

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

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."

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the number of chin implants grew 71% last year to 20,680. The largest increase was in patients 40 and older and included both men and women. "I've performed more chin augmentations in the past two years than ever before," said Dr. Carey Nease, a triple board-certified cosmetic and facial plastic surgeon from Chattanooga.

"A well defined chin helps give balance to the face," said Nease. At Southern Surgical Arts we perform chin augmentation, using implants to enhance one's profile. Research also suggest that strong jawlines help move up the corporate ladder.

A New York plastic surgeon, Darrick Antell, who presented highly anecdotal evidence in 2007 to World Congress on Liposuction Surgery and Advances in Cosmetic Surgery in Dubai. Antell drew a line from the nose tip to the chin on photos of 42 CEOs from 2005's top 50 Fortune 500 companies. Some 90% showed nonreceding-to-prominent chins, vs. 40% of the U.S. population. People equate such jawlines with confidence and character, says Antell. When it's time to pick a top manager, the one with the Superman jaw gets the job.

Call our office today if you are interested in a chin augmentation. Our practice serves the Chattanooga, North Georgia and North Alabama areas.

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

In February of this year, a series of articles was published on current Rhinoplasty techniques. The article Septoplasty in Conjunction with Cosmetic Rhinoplasty, written by Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal, was published in the Clinics in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Southern Surgical Arts, serving Chattanooga, North Georgia and North Alabama, offers both the Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty procedure. 242,272 rhinoplasties were performed in 2011 according to the American Society of Plastic Surgery and the number is expected to increase with more and more Americans having cosmetic surgery.

Southern Surgical Arts' surgeons are committed to staying up-to-date on current techniques in the field of cosmetic surgery. In addition, Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal are committed to educating other surgeons as part of their commitment to teaching on behalf of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.

After only 15 months in the Chattanooga, North Georgia and North Alabama area, Dr. Deal, a double-board certified cosmetic surgeon, has received the award for one of America's Most Compassionate Doctors by vitals.com. The award is based on reviews written by hundreds and thousands of patients. While physicians generally receive positive feedback from their patients, only a select few receive praise about the compassion that accompanied their care. In fact, of the nation's 720,000 active physicians, less than 3% were accorded this honor by their patients in 2011.

Thank you to all the patients who continually provide positive feedback to both Dr. Deal and Dr. Nease at Southern Surgical Arts. We are truly honored each and every time.

Cosmetic Surgery increased by 5% in 2011 according the the American Society of Plastic Surgery. This includes a total of 13.8 million cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures combined.

Cynosure announced its Cellulaze Workstation for treatment of cellulite. Cellulaze promises to deliver long-lasting results after only one short treatment. This is based on clinical research that shows that the results lasted two years. The best results are for women who are not significantly overweight but have mild to moderate cellulite -- particularly on their thighs.

Cellulite has been an ongoing battle for many women. "Most women are hesitant to have any cellulite reduction procedure because of failed promises in the past," said Dr. Carey Nease. "If Cellulaze can truly deliver the long-lasting results, then patients and physicians alike will be happy!" Southern Surgical Arts currently has the Triactive laser that treats cellulite, which was the latest and greatest technology a few years ago. Patients have to come in for 6-8 treatments to see a result as compared to Cellulaze, the one treatment option.

When Southern Surgical Arts ask their Facebook fans what they thought about Cellulaze, the response was positive. "We will wait and see how patients on a national level respond the the new technology," said Dr. Chad Deal. "Although we provide the latest laser technology, we also want to make sure it will deliver results for our patients."

If you are interested in cellulite reduction, visit us on Facebook and let us know. We'd love to hear your feedback.

Using Facebook and other update-to-date technologies, Southern Surgical Arts delivers cosmetic surgery information in real-time.

The leading Chattanooga-area cosmetic surgeons at Southern Surgical Arts are staying on the forefront of modern technology and catering to their patients' communication needs with the use of social networking and specialty platforms TouchMD.com and SolutionReach.com. Known for their artistic cosmetic surgeries and natural enhancements, Southern Surgical Arts is adding to their first-class customer services with these online platforms.

In a recent poll taken from the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery's (AAFPRS), it was found that last year 42% of plastic surgery patients received information on their selected procedures through social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. Jerris Prater recently told Southern Surgical Arts, "I'm so glad that you have an active Facebook page! It has been so easy for me to find all of the information that I was looking for about new procedures and monthly promotions. The before and after photos are amazing!" This shift to social based learning has allowed the cosmetic surgeons at Southern Surgical Arts to connect with consumers interested in their products and services on a level that caters to each patient's communication style.

Southern Surgical Arts welcomes all forms of open communications. They value the ability to educate the public on cosmetic surgery procedures and keep those interested informed of the latest industry happenings, which is apparent by fact that in one year, their Facebook following grew from 528 to 1602 Likes.

"We see Facebook as a way to keep our patients informed of upcoming events and specials and form a more personal relationship. It also allows patients to give us feedback about our practice, which in turn allows us to provide better service," said Jennifer Deal, Director of Marketing at Southern Surgical Arts. "Facebook has really given us a way to reach out to patients in their own time, and we check our Facebook page daily to ensure timely response to received questions."



In addition to Facebook, Southern Surgical Arts has engaged TouchMD.com and SolutionReach.com to add to their high-tech communication style. In the office, TouchMD provides an interactive experience while educating patients on their selected cosmetic procedure. It records valuable information at the consultation and allows patients to revisit their personal profile from home over the Internet. SolutionReach is a patient engagement platform that is helping to retain, reactive and acquire patients through social marketing initiatives and web-based technologies. The SolutionReach platform sends appointment reminders, feedback requests, surveys, specials and promotions, one on one communications and much more to Southern Surgical Arts patients for increased service.

By using new styles of patient outreach cosmetic surgeons Carey Nease, MD and Chad Deal, MD aim to better cater to the needs of their current and future patients. Those interested in connecting with Southern Surgical Arts or with questions regarding cosmetic surgery are encouraged to “Like” the cosmetic surgery center on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/SouthernSurgicalArts.