Facelift in South Carolina: Natural, beautiful results

There are plenty of jokes about poorly done, overly tight, unnatural appearing facelift patients. The reality is that well done facelifts are so natural that most people never know you had it done, they only see how great you look. Our photo gallery can be viewed at http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/photogallery/facelift-necklift-4805/case-6-07394-16775

Dr. Sutton Graham has an excellent reputation for achieving beautiful, natural-looking results with face lift cosmetic surgery. A variety of techniques are classified under the simple title “face lift”, and the procedure can be adapted to suit each individual patient’s desires and problem areas. Standard procedures combine correction of looseness and sagging involving your cheeks, jowls, jawline, chin and neck. If the forehead and brow area is a problem, then minimal-incision browlift can be done. If eyelid area loose skin, hooding, bags, etc. are a problem, then eyelid blepharoplasty is the solution. Short-scar (limited-incision) facelift is appropriate for those with looseness limited to the cheeks and jawline areas - without much neck looseness. This latter procedure is known by a variety of names; mini-lift, lite-lift, lifestyle-lift, MACS lift, S-lift. These alternatives are considered for all patients. Additional information is on our website http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/html/facelift.html

Sometimes we simply hear our patients say, “I’m just looking so old and tired,” or “I look so much older than I feel.” A facelift at our Greenville practice can address these concerns, helping to restore youthful-looking beauty for both our male and female patients.

Dr. Graham is board certified in plastic surgery, respected in the community, has almost 20 years experience, cares for thousands of cosmetic patients, is a member of several regional and national professional societies, including the American College of Surgeons. We serve Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, Columbia, Greenwood, Seneca, Clemson, Easley, Greer, Simpsonville, Mauldin, Taylors, Sunset, Lake communities of Hartwell, Keowee, Jocassee, Reserve, Cliffs, Landrum & Tryon, Hendersonville, Brevard, Asheville, Waynesville, Franklin, Highlands, Cashiers, Clayton, Hartsville, etc.

Public education success in Upstate South Carolina

We were very pleased with the response to our public education efforts last night.

Dr. Graham, our patient coordinator Betty Babb, and our nurse practitioner Janice Sasser hosted a well attended presentation at a beautiful restaurant meeting room in Seneca, South Carolina (Rudy's on Ram Cat). They had some great appetizers and refreshments for our guests.

We presented information on cosmetic surgery, cosmetic medical procedures, and professional skin care. We covered breast & body, and facial procedures in two, back-to-back sessions. We offered Dr. Graham's presentation, interesting statistics, before & after photographs, periods for audience questions, and time for individual questions. We were pleased with the numbers of people in attendance and their interesting questions. Thanks to all of you that came and shared the evening with us. We hope you'll want to do it again sometime.

Breast Augmentation in South Carolina by Sutton Graham MD, FACS

Breast augmentation remains the most popular cosmetic surgery procedure in our practice and across the nation. Dr. Sutton Graham is one of the area's most experienced breast and cosmetic surgeons. He concentrates on providing natural, beautiful results that compliment a woman's figure and lifestyle.

Our website gives more information on our philosophy about cosmetic surgery and the procedures we provide on a regular basis. There are details about breast augmentation - evaluation, preparation, procedure, recovery and results.

There are numerous Before & After photographs of patients results. (The title above links you to our online web gallery.) Even more are available when you come for your consultation with Dr. Graham and our helpful, understanding staff.

If you reside in Northeastern Georgia, Western North Carolina or South Carolina, you should meet and talk with Dr. Graham before making your final decision about breast augmentation surgery. We think you'll be glad you did.

Website: http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/html/augmentation.html

Photos: http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/photogallery/breast-augmentation-4793

Call us now at 864-676-1707 or

Email us through our website or info@expertplasticsurgeon.com

Health Reform: List prices on everything. New websites may help this happen

My view on health reform is very different from current media and congressional measures. I would like to see financially empowered individuals drive the system, rather than ever expanding government bureaucracies and insurance and pharmaceutical industries. Published prices would help individuals. All patients are shocked and amazed when they see their hospital, physician and laboratory charges (not the amounts actually paid, just what they charge before insurance contractual discounts). I would like to see all list prices widely available, in advance. (Our fees are easily available to callers, and given in writing during a consultation.)

A recent Wall Street Journal article was titled, "Lifting the Veil on Pricing for Health Care." (Wed, Oct. 28, 2009) This shows some early attempts to use the web to let people know and compare prices. It is not the same as each company giving us their prices in advance, or publishing them for all to see. That would be better, but these websites are an attempt.

Article: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704222704574499623333862720.html

Independent websites: www.outofpocket.com www.newchoicehealth.com www.changehealthcare.com and www.healthcarebluebook.com (some estimates may be unreliable and non-specific)

The government programs have set fees for Medicare (federal, elderly & disabled)(www.cms.hhs.gov) and Medicaid (state/federal, low income). Their websites may show their allowed amounts. Most hospitals and physicians cannot remain in business on the low amounts these government programs provide, without other sources of income. They certainly cannot provide the care that many of us are accustomed to today.

Even patients with "good" insurance would benefit from the influence that comparison has in a marketplace. I think we call that transparency.

Cosmetic Surgery Education in Easley, South Carolina

WE'RE COMING TO YOU!

Tonight is the next in our series of community education events. Dr. Graham and our patient coordinator, Ms. Betty Babb will host a 2 1/2 hour presentation in Easley, SC. We'll be at Dunburk's Conference Center 110 South Pendleton Street.

We have many guests registered, but will accommodate you if you call our office today at 864-676-1707.

Our blog last week explains more about the content and times. http://expertplasticsurgeon.blogspot.com/2009/10/easley-seneca-south-carolina-were.html

Large, Heavy Breast Solution - Breast Reduction by Dr. Sutton Graham

Since we see many women about concerns they have with their breasts, large & heavy breasts is a common complaint. Breast reduction surgery is very common for Dr. Graham, and provides relief of back, neck and shoulder pain for hundreds of women.

Breast reduction provides a way to relieve these symptoms, as well as slumped posture, clothing fit problems, bra strap pain & grooving of the shoulders, headache, rashes, even occasionally arm tingling. The care begins with evaluation during a consultation with us. Referral from your primary care doctor is not required by us, but rarely required by your insurance company. If your doctor has recorded symptoms and treatments for them in the past, we may request those records. Dr. Graham will carefully assess you and your health, and the possible value of surgery, explain procedure details, risks and recovery. We'll prepare any necessary paperwork for the insurance company and await their response. Most patients are approved and scheduled within weeks.

If you do not have insurance coverage or they decline reimbursement, then there is the option of self-pay procedure in our facility at a much lower charge than hospital rates.

We monitor your recovery and very frequently hear how very happy patients are. Many of their testimonials are printed, along with before & after photos, in our photo gallery http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/photogallery/breast-reduction-4799

Additional information is available on our website http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/html/breast-lift-reduction.html

Dr. Graham is pleased to serve patients throughout North & South Carolina and Northern Georgia.

Breast Augmentation: Find the best surgeon

You're not simply buying a product (the implant). You're picking a professional service. Choose carefully. Our patients understand this, but we want everyone to consider their choice carefully.

You may begin your search with the internet, but I would not suggest that as your only source of information. The internet provides an opportunity for professionals like Dr. Graham to let many people learn about his training, background, experience and results. However the internet, with excellent marketing, like yellow pages advertising, can even make non-surgeons look like good choices.