The events In Japan (earthquake & tsunami) remind us how transient our happiness, security, and even health may actually be. Special efforts will be necessary to help those effected. However, Dr. Graham and the staff at Aesthetic Center regularly assist children and families in our region, impacted by cleft lip and palate congenital deformities.
Dr. Graham is one of the few plastic surgeons in our community that participate in the Facial Anomalies and Cleft Evaluation Team (FACET). This clinic offers a national-standard multi-disciplinary team approach. It includes pediatricians, geneticists, speech therapists, audiologists, social workers, orthodontists, and oral surgeons. It provides translators for non-English speakers. FACET cares for hundreds of children from Greenwood, Oconee, Pickens, Laurens, and Greenville Counties. Many families have health insurance, but Medicaid is available for those that qualify.
For indigent patients, we provide our plastic surgical services free of charge.
Showing posts with label plastic surgery. Show all posts
Showing posts with label plastic surgery. Show all posts
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Plastic Surgery Top Ten: 2000 decade's biggest trends
2010's start gives us the perspective to look back over the decade of 2000 and decide what the most important trends were in plastic surgery. The publication Plastic Surgery News did this in their Jan/Feb issue and here is their list:
10) MEDICAL TOURISM increases and raises the concern about sacrificing quality for cost.
9) Increased OFFICE-BASED COSMETIC SURGERY -- now chosen by the majority of patients over a hospital or out-patient multi-use facility.
8) Increase in MAJOR WEIGHT LOSS patients, following gastric bypass or other bariatric surgery.
7) POLITICAL ADVOCACY for plastic surgery, including stopping the national cosmetic procedure 5% tax from Washington and various state bills.
6) Stressing HIGH STANDARDS. After high profile deaths including Kanye West's mother Donda, and the author of First Wives Club Olivia Goldsmith, the media and the public became more interested in the message of quality & safety repeated by the American Society of Plastic Surgery.
5) Hyaluronic acid SOFT TISSUE FILLERS (Restylane, Juvederm, etc.) and others became available, offering patients new options for facial aesthetic enhancement. The injectable products influenced many non-plastic surgeons to become cosmetic physicians (outside their primary specialty).
4) BOTOX became FDA approved for cosmetic use in 2002 and launched a major trend in non-surgical cosmetic medicine. Dysport continued the trend and PurTox and Xeomin await FDA approval in 2010.
3) "REALITY TV" found millions of viewers eager for plastic surgery entertainment, and spawned several copycat series. Plastic surgeons saw a new openness and interest among patients.
2) SILICONE GEL implants were allowed back by an FDA decision in 2006. Long-term studies of newer models are underway.
AND FINALLY...
1) FACE TRANSPLANTATION becomes a reality. Two such procedures have been performed in the US, and several others overseas. Victims of our recent wars may be the next major area for this marvelous reconstructive work.
We can only hope that the next decade will bring as many wonderful and exciting advances to plastic surgery, so that we have even more to offer our patients.
10) MEDICAL TOURISM increases and raises the concern about sacrificing quality for cost.
9) Increased OFFICE-BASED COSMETIC SURGERY -- now chosen by the majority of patients over a hospital or out-patient multi-use facility.
8) Increase in MAJOR WEIGHT LOSS patients, following gastric bypass or other bariatric surgery.
7) POLITICAL ADVOCACY for plastic surgery, including stopping the national cosmetic procedure 5% tax from Washington and various state bills.
6) Stressing HIGH STANDARDS. After high profile deaths including Kanye West's mother Donda, and the author of First Wives Club Olivia Goldsmith, the media and the public became more interested in the message of quality & safety repeated by the American Society of Plastic Surgery.
5) Hyaluronic acid SOFT TISSUE FILLERS (Restylane, Juvederm, etc.) and others became available, offering patients new options for facial aesthetic enhancement. The injectable products influenced many non-plastic surgeons to become cosmetic physicians (outside their primary specialty).
4) BOTOX became FDA approved for cosmetic use in 2002 and launched a major trend in non-surgical cosmetic medicine. Dysport continued the trend and PurTox and Xeomin await FDA approval in 2010.
3) "REALITY TV" found millions of viewers eager for plastic surgery entertainment, and spawned several copycat series. Plastic surgeons saw a new openness and interest among patients.
2) SILICONE GEL implants were allowed back by an FDA decision in 2006. Long-term studies of newer models are underway.
AND FINALLY...
1) FACE TRANSPLANTATION becomes a reality. Two such procedures have been performed in the US, and several others overseas. Victims of our recent wars may be the next major area for this marvelous reconstructive work.
We can only hope that the next decade will bring as many wonderful and exciting advances to plastic surgery, so that we have even more to offer our patients.
Monday, July 20, 2009
Finding A Good Plastic Surgeon: Article in LA Times
See a recent article in the Los Angeles Times http://www.latimes.com/features/lifestyle/la-ig-plasticsurgerybox19-2009jul19,0,1952565.story
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Diprivan (Propofol) in Plastic Surgery: Safe usage vs. Michael Jackson in the news
Safety in surgery and anesthesia are extremely important to us at the Aesthetic Center. We have a nationally accredited in-office surgery facility with all anesthesia provided by our board-certified physician (MD) anesthesiologist. This facility and its staff is unique in the Carolina upstate. http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/html/about.html#nationally-accredited-facilities
The news about the death of performer Michael Jackson has included mention of Propofol (diprivan) a potent sedative normally used in anesthesia, being used for insomnia treatment by a home care physician. We do not want adverse news or mis-information about this medication to cause concern among our patients or the public. For those that want more information, we suggest a website rxlist.com. http://www.rxlist.com/diprivan-drug.htm
It's FDA approved uses are induction and maintenance of general anesthesia or monitored anesthesia care, and sedation of intensive care unit patients on breathing machines. The usage in our facility is according to FDA approved guidelines and accepted standards of anesthesia professional care.
The news about the death of performer Michael Jackson has included mention of Propofol (diprivan) a potent sedative normally used in anesthesia, being used for insomnia treatment by a home care physician. We do not want adverse news or mis-information about this medication to cause concern among our patients or the public. For those that want more information, we suggest a website rxlist.com. http://www.rxlist.com/diprivan-drug.htm
It's FDA approved uses are induction and maintenance of general anesthesia or monitored anesthesia care, and sedation of intensive care unit patients on breathing machines. The usage in our facility is according to FDA approved guidelines and accepted standards of anesthesia professional care.
Saturday, February 28, 2009
"What is the best way to lose weight?"
We are often asked, "what is the best way to lose weight?" Our simple answer is to choose some really significant changes that you can stick with forever.
Really, we have learned the most from our successful patients. We ask them what worked for them. The most common answer is that they made a decision to watch what they eat through counting calories, portion control or joining a organization such as Weight Watchers. The second most common answer is that they changed from an average, sedentary life-style to scheduled, daily activity (such as 30 minutes walking rain-or-shine). Often they are doing both. In the beginning they had to work to stick with their goals. Later, it became second nature. Thanks to our patients for their insight!
A recent study in the respected New England Journal of Medicine shed some light on an on-going controversy. High protein? Low carb? Low fat? In a 2 year study, closely matched groups obtained the same weight loss results. All that mattered was total calorie intake. So you can chose which ever method you are comfortable with so long as you reduce calories. Have fun!
http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/full/360/9/859
http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/html/tummy-tuck.html
http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/html/body.html
Really, we have learned the most from our successful patients. We ask them what worked for them. The most common answer is that they made a decision to watch what they eat through counting calories, portion control or joining a organization such as Weight Watchers. The second most common answer is that they changed from an average, sedentary life-style to scheduled, daily activity (such as 30 minutes walking rain-or-shine). Often they are doing both. In the beginning they had to work to stick with their goals. Later, it became second nature. Thanks to our patients for their insight!
A recent study in the respected New England Journal of Medicine shed some light on an on-going controversy. High protein? Low carb? Low fat? In a 2 year study, closely matched groups obtained the same weight loss results. All that mattered was total calorie intake. So you can chose which ever method you are comfortable with so long as you reduce calories. Have fun!
http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/full/360/9/859
http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/html/tummy-tuck.html
http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/html/body.html
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Winter Specials: News for the New Year 2009: Referral Program
There are rewards for being one of the many established patients and friends of the practice.
We are adding a Referral Program. Through this you get a discount credit each time we consult with someone you referred. It's one way of saying "thank you." You will receive $75 on your account that you may choose to use for our products or services.
We sincerely appreciate each time someone comes to us based on the kind suggestion of a previous patient. We are honored that you would send someone our way.
We are adding a Referral Program. Through this you get a discount credit each time we consult with someone you referred. It's one way of saying "thank you." You will receive $75 on your account that you may choose to use for our products or services.
We sincerely appreciate each time someone comes to us based on the kind suggestion of a previous patient. We are honored that you would send someone our way.
Monday, August 4, 2008
Office-Based Plastic Surgery Safety
Over 1 million (1.1) procedures were reviewed by the AAAASF (American Association for the Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities) between 2001 & 2006. Data reveal mortality rates similar to hospitals (0.002%). You can learn more at: http://www.plasticsurgery.org/media/press_releases/July08-PRS-PatientSafety.cfm.
We are accredited by AAAASF and undergo yearly re-evaluation. Fortunately for our citizens, South Carolina is one of the minority of states that require accreditation. All members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons only perform surgery in accredited facilities.
For your safety, if you are considering a procedure ask your doctor which organization accredits their facility.
We are accredited by AAAASF and undergo yearly re-evaluation. Fortunately for our citizens, South Carolina is one of the minority of states that require accreditation. All members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons only perform surgery in accredited facilities.
For your safety, if you are considering a procedure ask your doctor which organization accredits their facility.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Botox - Patient Awareness
The TV news and popular magazines have mentioned an intrest group's request that the FDA increase scrutiny of botulinum toxin use. The FDA records show several deaths from non-cosmetic uses of Botox. The examples mentioned include reducing muscle spasticity caused by cerebral palsy. There were no initial reports of deaths from cosmetic use.
Safety is very important. Importantly, the public needs to be reminded that they should seek qualified, experienced physicians for their treatments. They should expect adequate review of their medical history, discussion of risks, and a properly equiped medical office setting (no "Botox parties"). Board certification in Plastic Surgery, Dermatology or Ophthalmology are good starting points. Ask more questions.
Safety is very important. Importantly, the public needs to be reminded that they should seek qualified, experienced physicians for their treatments. They should expect adequate review of their medical history, discussion of risks, and a properly equiped medical office setting (no "Botox parties"). Board certification in Plastic Surgery, Dermatology or Ophthalmology are good starting points. Ask more questions.
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