The Surgical Artist's Blog

We recently attended Formal Affair in Chattanooga, Tennessee and had an influx of soon-to-be brides requesting information on fillers and surgical procedures. Brides are increasingly turning to cosmetic surgery to get ready for their big day! We primarily see brides seeking Breast Augmentation, Smart Liposuction, fillers and other injectables such as Botox®. We also see patients requesting our laser technology, such as laser resurfacing, laser hair removal, treatment for acne and cellulite reduction. A Cosmetic Surgeon from California is seeing the same trend in cosmetic surgery and noted it in an article recently published.

Brides should consider the timing of their procedures. In fact, patients need about six months to see the final result of their surgical procedure. Further, Dr. Chad Deal notes that "patients getting married should remember to give themselves 2-4 weeks before a wedding for injectables and fillers and no less than three months for most surgical procedures."

Patients should always research the surgeon's education, training, experience and proven clinical competence. At Southern Surgical Arts, our surgeons are Fellowship-Trained Cosmetic Surgeons and Dr. Carey Nease is Board-Certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery. We also encourage you to take a look at our Before and After Gallery and find how many women have discovered the art of beauty through cosmetic surgery.

There are many different types of Facelifts available and many promise minimal downtime, if any. The Vampire Facelift is a new type of Facelift that is gaining popularity (probably an effect of the Twilight craze) and the results last approximately two years. There is even a story today in the New York Times about the procedure. It uses your own blood to help provide a rejuvenated look to the face. Dr. Nease of Southern Surgical Arts warns patients to ask about the clinical studies and proven results, "The long-term results of this procedure, as well as other short-term Facelift options have yet to be proven."

At Southern Surgical Arts, we offer the traditional Facelift and the Laser Facelift. The traditional Facelift includes incisions, although at Southern Surgical Arts, Dr. Deal and Dr. Nease have specific expertise in minimizing scars. The Laser Facelift, developed by Dr. Nease, was designed for the patient who desires facial rejuvenation but is not ready for the traditional Facelift. The Laser Facelift combines Smart Liposuction, Laser Resurfacing and Fat Transfer to the face, which makes a person look approximately five years younger. Additionally, the Laser Resurfacing to the skin can be performed several times for optimal results.  The Laser Facelift clinical study was presented at the annual American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery conference in Phoenix, Arizona in January 2011 and the initial results show that over 75% of patients were highly satisfied.

When researching a Facelift that is right for you, make sure you ask:

1. How long the results will last?

2. How many procedures has the surgeon performed?

3. Does the procedure require anesthesia or is it done in an office-based setting?

Over the past few months we have had a few Fabulous Fridays for our Email Club Members (those of you who share your email with us).  And, we love to pass along special discounts just to you on these Fabulous Fridays like 25% off Botox, Restylane, Sculptra and complimentary skin health analysis.  These Fabulous Fridays were truly Fabulous, so we thought we would celebrate the Holidays and Christmas Season by offering all of our patients a special Thank-You Fabulous December.

Fabulous December is a celebration of our patients who make Southern Surgical Arts the cosmetic surgery practice that it is.  Without you, Dr. Nease would not have been selected as Best Cosmetic Surgeon in Chattanooga and Dalton for two years in a row.  So, let the celebrations begin!

• 25% Off Dysport, Restylane, Perlane (may be combined with current rebate offers for even more savings!)

• $100 Off Sculptra

• Free Botox or Restylane with any Affirm CO2 Laser Resurfacing

• 25% Bonus Gift Cards - Buy any value of a Southern Surgical Arts Gift Card, and we'll add 25%!

Call us if you have any recommendations to our specials list.  We love hearing from you.  And, call us if you would like a complimentary consultation.  We are here to help you achieve your cosmetic surgery and aesthetic goals.   ~  Pam

Exciting News! Dr. Oz Recommends SkinCeuticauls Retinol 1.0 which is perfect for problematic and photo-damaged skin.

We had a advanced laser training with Syneron/Candela in our office on Friday, and it exceeded my expectations! The staff at Southern Surgical Arts received hands-on, private training from the experts at Syneron/Candela. We learned advanced techniques on many of the lasers we use everyday for laser hair removal and rejuvenation.  And, we also learned about skin tightening for the face and body (like the knees), vein reduction and stretch mark reduction.  This advanced training helps us to provide our patients the results they are looking for!  We have the laser technology, the training, and the staff at Southern Surgical Arts.   ~  Nicole, RN

For our Obagi and Skinceutical fans, November is a great month for savings at Southern Surgical Arts!  Enjoy 15% off any of our skincare products after a minimum purchase of $100 on any of our other lasers, medspa or surgical services.  Let our expert aestheticians, Tammy and Amy, show you how to have radiant skin this fall. They truly are the experts with skincare, microdermabrasion and laser technology.  Do you have concerns with aging skin, brown spots, rosacea, unwanted hair, broken capillaries, problem skin in general? Obagi, Skinceuticals, Tammy, Amy and the laser technology at Southern Surgical Arts are the answers for you. Let us know how we can help you achieve your aesthetic goals.   ~ Pam

For all of you Dysport fans, we just found out that Dysport is offering a $50 rebate until December 31st. Dysport is the new Botox and was recently FDA-approved for the treatment of facial lines and wrinkles. It works by relaxing the facial muscles that pull on the skin creating crows feet and lines on the brow. In fact, there was a recent study that found Dysport offers a significant efficacy advantage over the well-established Botox Cosmetic for treating crow's feet. Click here to read more information about the study... And, then call our office to take advantage of the $50 Rebate! ~ Pam

Autumn has arrived at Southern Surgical Arts. Purchase an Ultimate Facial and we will treat you with a yummy Pumpkin Mask. Pumpkin is a natural enzyme and is great for all skin types. This treatment will deeply exfoliate, nourish the skin with Vitamin A (which aids in healing), Vitamin C (an anti-oxidant), and Zinc which soothes and moisturizes.

Relax and enjoy the soothing aroma of fresh pumpkin as we pamper you with an Ultimate Facial. You will leave Southern Surgical Arts rejuvenated and with radiant glowing skin.

Call Angie or Alex for an appointment today 706.629.8622. Amy Cheek, LPA

Fall is here, and you can definitely feel it in these gorgeous 67 degree days! The Staff at Southern Surgical Arts would LOVE to show you how much we appreciate you by offering you some GREAT Fall specials. These specials are really all about you. We want to help your skin get ready for the cooler weather by offering you lower prices on microdermabrasion so you can slough off the dead skin from summer. We want to get you started on laser hair removal and laser rejuvenation treatments that you've put off because you were out in the sun. AND, we can help you remove that tattoo that you regret!

There are a few more that we want to share with you. Go look at our Specials page on our website. Did you know that now is a great time to try Latisse? On your next Botox treatment, you can try Latisse for essentially $29 after a Mail-In Rebate of $100, and be on your way to longer, thinker, darker eyelashes. Check out our specials now, and give us a call. We want you to know how much we appreciate you being a loyal patient to Dr. Nease's practice over the years. He was just selected Best Cosmetic Surgeon for the second year in a row in Chattanooga, but that's because he has the Best staff and the Best patients, too. Let us know how we can help you achieve your cosmetic goals. ~ Pam

Deal of the Day will now be announced only on Facebook and Twitter exclusively to our Friends and Fans. You'll want to Stay Connected with Us so that you can't miss these special pricing and discounts on Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peels, Laser Treatments and Skincare Products. Also, find monthly promotions, new product information, and news regarding Southern Surgical Arts & Dr. Nease. Want an example? Here is the Deal of the Day for Today: $50 Laser Hair Removal for the First 5 people who Call!

Keeping our "Face" at the leading edge of the industry, and at the absolute best for you! ~ Amy