The Surgical Artist's Blog

A recent article  in Plastic Surgery Practice titled Physicians Alarmed Over Labiaplasty Demand caught our attention. The article discusses a trend in younger women having Labiaplasty, a procedure that Dr. Deal performs at Southern Surgical Arts. At our practice, we see a different age group of patients who desire the procedure. "The patients we see that desire this procedure are primarily women who have had children and desire, just like any other cosmetic procedure, to look the way they did when they were younger," Dr. Deal said. "This is often a procedure women are embarrassed to discuss -- much like Breast Augmentation was decades ago," he said.

Vaginal Rejuvenation as a whole is gaining popularity in the United States. Many women are adding it to the "Mommy Makeover" for optimal restoration of their bodies. The Vaginal Rejuvenation procedures includes vaginal tightening and labiaplasty to the minora and majora to improve function and appearance.  "When I trained in Las Vegas, it was common for women to have vaginal procedures. In the South, we are more private about these concerns but it is still gaining momentum because they see the benefits," Dr. Deal said.

Watch Dr. Deal discuss Vaginal Rejuvenation.

Dr. Nease is a Double-Board Certified Cosmetic Surgeon. What does that mean? That means that his practice is 100% commited, focused, dedicated to cosmetic surgery. He does nothing else but Face & Neck Lifts, Cosmetic Breast Surgery, Tummy Tucks, Liposuction and SmartLipo, Mommy Makeovers and a few other cosmetic surgeries that can enhance your body and your life.

During Dr. Nease's cosmetic surgery fellowship four years ago, he performed more than 700 cosmetic surgeries in his training year alone. Since then, Dr. Nease has focused his practice at Southern Surgical Arts around the latest laser technology to bring the patients of North Georgia and Chattanooga a cosmetic surgery practice dedicated to experience and excellence. After more than 3,500 cosmetic surgery cases, 2 Best of the Best Awards, 2 Reader's Choice Awards and many happy patients in the Before and After Gallery, we invite you to call for a complimentary consultation.

Over the last two years, Dr. Nease and Southern Surgical Arts have been dedicated to our community. In 2009 and 2010, we have donated to various worthy charities totaling more than $25,000 each year! We believe that there are some things in life that are worth standing for: Healthcare, Education, Community, Children, Animals and Character. Let us know if you would like to partner with us in advancing great causes in our communities. We'll stand with you.

Last week I had a great experience operating at Grandview Medical Center in Jasper, TN, about 20 minutes West of Chattanooga. I did an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) with Smartlipo (laser lipo) of the flanks and thighs. The OR staff was excellent and the patient had a great experience as well. She was able to stay overnight for observation and went home the next day. She commented that her care was as good as she could hope for, and she felt comfortable with the entire experience. I'm happy to be able to partner with a quality, private hospital in the greater Chattanooga area and provide a safe and comfortable experience for my cosmetic surgery patients. I'll be working at Grandview on most Fridays going forward and will be available to see consults there in the Medical Arts office building next to the hospital. ~ Dr. Nease

It seems like this new procedure, the Mommy Makeover, has really become popular in the North Georgia and Chattanooga area. I have been asked numerous times to describe the procedure and have been doing it for about 2 years now with extremely good results and happy patients. Basically this procedure takes a woman from her current post-baby condition with stretch marks, drooping breasts and areas of stubborn, unwanted fat deposits, and takes her back to those confident pre-pregnancy days.

The most common combination of procedures is a tummy tuck with breast augmentation, breast lift and Smartlipo laser body sculpting of the abdomen and flanks (love handles). The breast procedure is done with either saline or silicone implants, and the type of lift done is specific to each individual patient. Sometimes no lift is necessary, which minimizes scarring. I typically perform a lollipop type of lift, which gives a significant lift and "perky" appearance while keeping scars very small. The tummy tuck is nearly always necessary, but my technique again minimizes scarring, keeping it low and as short as possible while getting a very tight and flat stomach.

Down-time is usually only about 10 days. My goal is simply to give you the confidence to wear a Bikini type bathing suit this summer or on your next vacation to the beach. Give us a call to set up your complimentary consultation!