Friday, October 2, 2009

Eyelid cosmetic blepharoplasty in Greenville, South Carolina


Eyelid tuck (blepharoplasty) is the most common facial cosmetic surgery both nationally and in our practice in Greenville, Upstate South Carolina.

People notice our eyes as the most expressive part of our face. The skin is thinner there and years of expressions & possibly sun damage cause wrinkles, deeper lines, thinning of the lower rim, protruding fat bags, draping loose skin. Gravity pushing the forehead and eyebrows down adds to the tired or sad impression that the eyes can give.

Surgery can be the answer for some of those problems. Blepharoplasty can removes skin folds, tighten skin, remove protruding fat pads, and add support to loose lids. Browlift can reduce forehead lines, raise overly low eyebrows, and decrease fullness of the upper, outer eye socket area. Laser peel can greatly improve skin texture, crinkling, wrinkling, crepiness. Some skin tightening is possible too. Lighter laser treatments are available that have shorter recovery times and don't need anesthesia.

Comprehensive treatment means more than surgery, and we have staff and experience with many other methods. Obagi Professional Skin Care is very helpful, particularly for pigmentation and surface texture concerns. Botox and Dysport are important to reduce excessive muscle motion in the squint & frown areas. Restylane and Juvaderm injectable fillers solve under-eye hollows and thin lower rims. We offer Latisse, the only FDA approved product to grow thicker, longer, darker lashes. We also offer lash and brow tinting or more permanent tattoo eyeliner or brow tint. Patients enjoy visits with out Skin Care Specialists and Nurse Practitioner. They enhance your results and enjoyment.

If you're interested in eyelid or other facial rejuvenation contact us by e-mail at info@expertplasticsurgeon.com or call 864-676-1707.

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Office seminar last night: cosmetic surgery education by Dr. Sutton Graham

Last night, Tuesday, we hosted an in-office patient education seminar. It attracted a wonderful group of people who were treated to refreshments, an office tour, presentation by Dr. Graham including new developments & trends, and a variety of before and after photos.

The audience included our patients who were interested in new information about procedures, and many new faces we welcomed for the first time. We covered Breast & Body Contouring procedures: breast implants, breast lift (mastopexy), breast reduction (both cosmetic & to treat symptoms), breast augmentation, correction of uneven breast size, male breast reduction, gynecomastia, Mommy Makeover, tummy tuck abdominoplasty, flank and hip liposuction, suction lipectomy of the thighs or arms.

We answered a wide range of questions about these procedures and about other areas of the body (facial pigmentation problems, eyelid bags, necklift, nonsurgical skin tightening, SkinTyte, laser procedures, etc.)

We hope the information was valuable to all. We encourage patient education in many ways. If you are interested in learning more, contact us by phone 864-676-1707 or e-mail info@expertplasticsurgeon.com.

Our next Seminar is on Facial Rejuvenation and takes place Tuesday, October 6th at 6:30pm. Register now.

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Male Breast Reduction in South Carolina: Gynecomastia Treatment

Although most of Dr. Sutton Graham's breast surgery patients are women, a significant number are men with excessively enlarged breasts. The photograph shows correction of a small to moderate degree of male breast enlargement; a condition known as gynecomastia. We provide correction for patients with this condition.
Men with breast enlargement experience embarrassment about their appearance, often being unwilling to participate in sports, especially swimming, or other outdoor activities where they would normally have their shirts off. It can be more noticeable at the gym. We want them to be able to enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle.
The consultation is the first step. We will evaluate the degree of the problem (excess skin, fat and fibrous or glandular tissue), check for lumps, evaluate your over-all health, and check for any rarer causes such as drug side effects, hormone diseases or tumors. The average patient experienced enlargement early in their teens and it continues into adulthood. Details of the procedure are discussed thoroughly. In most cases, surgery is the recommended treatment, and can be only liposuction of localized fat or excision of fibrous and glandular tissue through a tiny concealed incision part of the way around the areola / nipple. Occasionally there is so much loose skin that a larger incision is used to tighten skin and remove abnormal gland. The patient can return to work and most activities in several days.
During the same procedure, some men choose additional liposuction body contouring: abdomen, flanks, "spare tire," or under chin / neck areas are most common. This limits recovery and down-time and improves other potential problem areas. Liposuction is best for treatment of localized fat deposits that don't respond to diet and exercise.
Check our website or call 864-676-1707
Dr. Graham and his staff welcome male patients with breast enlargement to our office in Greenville, upstate South Carolina. Most come from the area including Asheville, Spartanburg, Columbia, Greenwood, Anderson, Clemson, and Greenville. We also offer men abdominoplasty, eyelid belpharoplasty, browlift, facelift, necklift, and otoplasty correction of prominent ears.

Monday, September 28, 2009

Our Skin Care Specialists and Obagi Prescription Products

Our experienced Skin Care Specialists have the knowledge and understanding that are important to help you get the best looking skin.

Erin and Stacy are both licensed estheticians who carefully evaluate your skin history, medical history and prior products. They suggest the most appropriate treatment program for your concerns; whether it is blotchy pigmentation, diffuse hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, fine lines, crinkly texture, etc. They see you periodically to evaluate the progress and adjust the program so you'll get the best results.

Obagi Nu-Derm works in and below the dermis of the skin, something department store non-prescription products can't do. It increases epidermal cell turn-over, allowing new cells to reach the surface quickly giving the skin a smooth, even texture. It distributes melanin evenly to reduce brown spots, and increases collagen and elastin in the dermis for firmer, more supple skin. Finally it increases blood flow for a healthy glow. Therefore you get firmer skin with fewer fine lines and wrinkles, fewer brown spots, and less acne.

Sunday, September 27, 2009

Breast Lift / Mastopexy in Greenville, South Carolina, by Dr. Sutton Graham

One of the most common concerns women bring to our practice is sagging or drooping of their breasts. Often they report starting with nice breasts, but time, pregnancies and breast feeding have caused their breasts to loose their once-perky contour. Sometimes, this has been associated with loosing volume in their breasts too.

Down-ward pointing nipples, flattening of the upper contour, loss of upper fullness, hanging skin, etc. We hear about not being able to find attractive bathing suits (needing more support), not being able to wear sundresses or other tops that lack support, looking saggy or older, etc.

Breast lift surgery can be a solution. You achieve more youthful contour, better projection, more upper fullness, and less breast hanging onto your upper ribcage. And the nipples can point forward again. If you have lost volume or want more fullness, a moderate sized breast implant can be added as well. (Known as mastopexy with augmentation)

The procedure is done as an out-patient, with return to work in 4-7 days for most patients. You can resume work-outs in about 3 weeks. Healing takes place over time and scars fade over several months (you can see this in the photo above).


For more information follow the links to our website or our photo gallery.
http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/photogallery/breast-lift-mastopexy-4796
http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/html/breast-lift-reduction.html

The Aesthetic Center for Breast & Cosmetic Surgery has an excellent reputation for attractive breast lifts, breast augmentation, breast implants, breast reduction, correction of uneven breasts, and major weight loss (bariatric surgery) breast restoration. We assist patients from South and North Carolina, Georgia, and the surrounding areas. Major cities include Greenville, Asheville, Anderson, Spartanburg, Columbia, and Greenwood.

Saturday, September 26, 2009

Breast Augmentation; our website photos are updated


Breast aesthetic surgery is one of our most popular areas of specialization. Dr. Graham has a strong reputation among patients, the community, nurses and physicians for achieving superior breast enhancement.

We regularly update our website information and images to provide you valuable information. We want patients to know as much as possible about techniques, results, healing, recovery, outcomes, appearance, implants, manufacturers, and new improvements. The more you know, the more you can participate in planning and recovery!

We sincerely appreciate the patients who allow the anonymous use of their photographs to encourage others to understand more about breast augmentation, breast lift (mastopexy), breast reduction, correction of uneven breasts, correction of problems with old implants, etc. The title link about will take you to our photo gallery, and the section on breast implant / augmentation. This is just a sample of the hundreds of patients who have trusted Dr. Graham to perform their breast augmentation. Please check our web photos!

Email or call if you have questions 864-676-1707 or info@expertplasticsurgeon.com

We welcome patients from Asheville, Biltmore, Henderson, Sylva, Tryon, Saluda, Brevard, Pisgah, Flat Rock, Cashiers, Sapphire, Highlands, Franklin, Spartanburg, Greer, Landrum, Campobello, Greenville, Taylors, Smipsonville, Mauldin, Greenwood, Belton, Columbia, Anderson, Piedmont, Powdersville, Clemson, Easley, Seneca, Sunset, Cliffs Communities, Reserve, Keowee, Hartwell, Toccoa, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

Friday, September 25, 2009

Join us this Tuesday (next week); Learn about cosmetic breast surgery and body contouring

Sign-up is almost complete for our Fall Seminar featuring breast enhancement and body contouring. We'll have refreshments, a presentation that included many before & after examples, and there will be plenty of opportunity for questions. Dr. Graham and his staff always want to give you up-to-date information on procedures and plastic surgery in the news.

Tuesday's Seminar will be at our office suite on Halton Road in Greenville, starting at 6:30. If you are coming, please register so we know to expect you. You're welcome to bring a friend!

Call now (864-676-1707) or send an e-mail through our website http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/.

Dr. Graham has a strong reputation among both patients and professional colleagues (doctors and nurses) for attractive breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction, correction of asymmetric breasts, correction of prior implant problems, tummy tucks, abdominoplasty, short-scar and mini-abdominoplasty, mommy make-over's, treatment of "love handles" & "saddlebags," liposuction, body contouring, arm and thigh lifts, etc.