The Surgical Artist's Blog

The most popular cosmetic surgery procedure in 2011 is...drum roll, please... liposuction! According the statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgery, liposuction accounted for 325,332 cosmetic surgical procedures in 2011. That is more than the other top procedures: breast augmentations, breast lifts, eyelid surgeries and tummy tucks.

Dr. Deal and Dr. Nease are experts in the field of cosmetic surgery. Just last week, they presented to other surgeons from around the country on their liposuction techniques at the AACS conference in Beaver Creek, CO for Advanced Techniques in Liposuction Surgery & Body Contouring. Dr. Deal presented the Brazilian Butt Lift, which is a coined term for large volume fat transfer to the buttock. Liposuction is a large part of the procedure in which fat is taken and harvested. Dr. Nease presented on his technique for arm lifts, which usually require liposuction before removing the excess skin. Dr. Nease is also a frequent speaker and instructor for Cynosure, the company that makes the SmartLipo machine.

In June of 2012, Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal will again teach other surgeons on liposuction techniques at the AACS's New and Established Techniques in Breast and Body Contouring: A Hands-On Cadaver Workshop in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Nease will discuss the different types of liposuction and how they are different and Dr. Deal will discuss the popular topic, the Brazilian Butt Lift.

Dr. Deal and Dr. Nease are committed to staying up-to-date with the newest technology available for liposuction. There are many different techniques in the marketplace and ensuring we bring the safest and latest technology to our patients is our commitment to you.

For your complimentary consultation, contact one of our convenient locations serving Chattanooga, North Georgia, and North Alabama:

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

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.

Dr. Chad Deal received the Patients' Choice Award from vitals.com for 2011. The Patients' Choice honor is given to you as a reflection of Dr. Deal's patients' continued appreciation and praise for the quality of care and service he provides. Over the course of 2011, hundreds of thousands of patient reviews were written and shared. Only a select few consistently receive rave reviews. Dr. Deal has a near perfect score on vitals.com and his patients voted him for this honor.

Thanks to Southern Surgical Arts' and Dr. Deal's loyal patients who voted him for this honor.

Dr. Deal is a fellowship trained, board-certified cosmetic surgeon. With two offices, Dr. Deal serves the Chattanooga, North Georgia and North Alabama regions with cosmetic surgery offerings including Face & Neck Lifts, Laser Assisted Face Lifts, Eye & Brow Lifts, Breast Augmentation, Breast Lifts & Reductions, SmartLipo, Liposculpture & Laser Body Sculpting, Tummy Tucks, Brazilian Butt Lifts and Mommy Makeovers.

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.

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.

For years, economists have said that the baby boomer discretionary income has fueled the Face Lift market for cosmetic surgery practices. Pair that with cosmetic surgery becoming more widely accepted, and advancing laser technology and science, it's a recipe for any baby boomer to become overwhelmed with their options. Cosmetic surgery includes many elective procedures for the face and body, but studies show that baby boomers are ready to have their facial appearance reflect how they feel on the inside.

"I've done more than 2,000 face lifts and facial rejuvenation procedures, and we are seeing more patients who want a more natural look," said Dr. Nease, a Triple-Board Certified Cosmetic and Facial Plastic Surgeon at Southern Surgical Arts. Seniors in good physical health can be considered for most cosmetic surgeries. Advancing age is rarely a disqualifying factor. Those with any significant medical problems may be discouraged from any invasive surgery or anesthesia and may be steered toward less invasive procedures that may still be beneficial.

Last year there were 84,685 surgical procedures among patients age 65 and older, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. They included 26,635 facelifts; 24,783 cosmetic eyelid operations; 6,469 liposuctions; 5,874 breast reductions; 3,875 forehead lifts; 3,339 breast lifts; and 2,414 breast augmentations.

Except for a brief turndown during the recession, those numbers have been rising for years now, and experts say the trend seems likely to accelerate as baby boomers begin to pass age 65.

The Cosmetic Face Lift is a face lifting technique offered by our fellowship trained and Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeons. Because Dr. Deal and Dr. Nease are trained in the latest techniques, the Cosmetic Facelift provides a more natural, refreshed, rejuvenated look that the traditional plastic surgery facelift. The ideal candidate is usually more than 50 years of age. Less invasive options such as Botox and the Laser Facelift are also available.

Southern Surgical Arts offers complimentary consultations to all cosmetic surgery patients. For more information on facial rejuvenation procedures and face lifting techniques, please call for an appointment or visit our website at www.southernsurgicalarts.com.

Chattanooga, Tennessee
One North Shore
423-266-3331

Calhoun, Georgia
706-629-8622

Recap of statistics:
84,685 surgical procedures in 2010 among patients 65 and older, a 21 percent rise from 2009

Cosmetic surgeries done for people older than 65 in 2010 include:
26,635 facelifts
24,783 cosmetic eyelid surgeries
6,469 liposuctions
5,874 breast reductions
3,875 forehead lifts
3,339 breast lifts
2,414 breast augmentations
Source: American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Fat has gotten a bad rap. But fat in the right place is a good thing! Just imagine excess fat where you don't want it, in the abdomen area for example, going into places where you do! Using a fat transfer procedure, fat can be transferred in small or large volumes. Choosing a surgeon who is not only skilled, but has experience is important when making this surgical decision.

We all know that J-Lo and Kim Kardashian have made a full buttock a pop culture icon this side of the century. Dr. Deal and Dr. Nease at Southern Surgical Arts have the experience, education and expertise to help you achieve a full buttock with large volume transfer to the buttock. The procedure is called the Brazilian Butt Lift. We invite you to view our before and after photo gallery for typical results patients have experienced.

A Brazilian Butt Lift is a two part procedure: first, unwanted fat is removed through liposuction which is then processed. In the second part of the procedure, the prepared fat is injected into the buttock to create a fuller buttock and/or more lifted buttock. After the procedure patients have immediate results with final results on average at 6 months.

Click here for more Brazilian Butt Lift Results. Call one of our offices to make your consultation today with our surgeons who are board-certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery:

Chattanooga: 423-266-3331
Calhoun: 706-629-8622



29 year old patient, 130 lbs

Southern Surgical Arts, the cosmetic surgery practice of Carey Nease, MD, and Chad Deal, MD, received positive testimonials from patients for their cosmetic procedures and skin treatments. The practice provides a variety of cosmetic surgery procedures with expertise in minimal scarring using the latest laser technology in Chattanooga, Tennessee and Northwest Georgia. Patients have been happy to express their gratitude and appreciation to Dr. Nease and Dr. Deal along with their friendly staff. One patient of Dr. Deal's, Danielle Webb of Chattanooga, TN  says,