O.K., everyone knows that Dr. Graham and his staff offer a number of ways to treat facial wrinkles (professional skin care, Botox & Dysport, HA fillers, laser peels and facelifts).
But did you knoe there is a "pillowette" marketed to avoid the squeezing and compression of you facial skin while you sleep? It's called the "Save My Face! pillow. It is designed to cradle your face while sleeping on your back or sides in a way that reduces the pressure pushing your skin forward and down towards your mouth area.
Erin, one of our Skin Care Specailists, found this product and we're offering them to our clients and patients. Come by and see the "Save My Face!" pillow.
Learn more at www.SaveMyFace.com
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Major Media Comments on Our Recent ASAPS Statistics
See the preceeding blog post. Since the ASASP statistics were released recently, several news organizations have commented on the effects of the economy on cosmetic surgical procedures (in 2009):
http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2010/03/bad_economy_hurts_plastic_surg.html
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704869304575109752588876426.html?KEYWORDS=cosmetic+surgery+statistics
http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2010/03/bad_economy_hurts_plastic_surg.html
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704869304575109752588876426.html?KEYWORDS=cosmetic+surgery+statistics
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
New Top Ten: Plastic Surgery Statistics From 2009
The word is out. The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery just published it's annual statistics for cosmetic surgery.
TOP FIVE FOR WOMEN (90%)
1. Breast Augmentation
2. Liposuction
3. Eyelid Surgery
4. Tummy Tuck
5. Breast Reduction
TOP FIVE FOR MEN
1. Liposuction
2. Rhinoplasty
3. Eyelid Surgery
4. Breast Reduction
5. Hair Transplantation
Our own experience with women is similar, although Facelift is also very common. For men in our practice the procedures differ from national trends. We do more facelifts and necklifts along with eyelid surgery. We do liposuction, male breast reduction (gynecomastia treatment), but not rhinoplasty or hair transplants (but we do plenty of laser hair removal).
In the non-surgical realm, wrinkle treatment with botulinum toxin (Botox or Dysport) remains the most common procedure.
TOP FIVE NON-SURGICAL TREATMENTS:
1. Botox (Dysport)
2. Filler (Hyaluronic, Restylane, Juvederm)
3. Laser Hair Removal
4. Microdermabrasion
5. Chemical Peel
In our practice, the trends are similar. Botulinum toxin & injectable fillers are most common. Laser & intense pulsed light treatments for hair, pigment, blood vessels, skin texture, etc. are common as well. We offer a wider range of options than just hair removal. We also offer more advanced non-surgical treatments than microdermabrasion.
Further details are available from ASAPS at: www.surgery.org/media/statistics
TOP FIVE FOR WOMEN (90%)
1. Breast Augmentation
2. Liposuction
3. Eyelid Surgery
4. Tummy Tuck
5. Breast Reduction
TOP FIVE FOR MEN
1. Liposuction
2. Rhinoplasty
3. Eyelid Surgery
4. Breast Reduction
5. Hair Transplantation
Our own experience with women is similar, although Facelift is also very common. For men in our practice the procedures differ from national trends. We do more facelifts and necklifts along with eyelid surgery. We do liposuction, male breast reduction (gynecomastia treatment), but not rhinoplasty or hair transplants (but we do plenty of laser hair removal).
In the non-surgical realm, wrinkle treatment with botulinum toxin (Botox or Dysport) remains the most common procedure.
TOP FIVE NON-SURGICAL TREATMENTS:
1. Botox (Dysport)
2. Filler (Hyaluronic, Restylane, Juvederm)
3. Laser Hair Removal
4. Microdermabrasion
5. Chemical Peel
In our practice, the trends are similar. Botulinum toxin & injectable fillers are most common. Laser & intense pulsed light treatments for hair, pigment, blood vessels, skin texture, etc. are common as well. We offer a wider range of options than just hair removal. We also offer more advanced non-surgical treatments than microdermabrasion.
Further details are available from ASAPS at: www.surgery.org/media/statistics
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Dr. Graham has updated our photo gallery
We know patients and potential patients like to review a surgeon's sample results, so we regularly update the gallery of photographs. Again, we express our gratitude for the patients who graciously grant permission for use of their before & after pictures.
When you open the gallery link (click on the title line above), you will find a drop-down field in the upper left that will allow you to select the category from among several hundred images.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Increasing Interest in Breast Augmentation
Breast Augmentation in one of the most commonly requested plastic surgery procedures, nationally and in our experience at the Aesthetic Center for Breast & Cosmetic Surgery. (We are also known for facial & body cosmetic surgery)
We are noticing an increased level of interest among our new and established patients. More phone calls. More e-mails. More questions in person. We are happy to answer the full variety of questions; from price to discomfort, from size to recovery.
Almost everybody has something planned this Spring. Something they're looking forward to. To looking their best in Spring & Summer attire. We find these patients enjoyable, positive & very happy with their breast enhancement results. Call or e-mail us if we can help.
info@expertplasticsurgeon.com
864-676-1707
Dr. Graham is one of the areas most experienced breast enhancement surgeons. He has a strong reputation for his interested & caring manner, his emphasis on safety & comfort, and finally beautiful & natural-looking results for his patients.
We are noticing an increased level of interest among our new and established patients. More phone calls. More e-mails. More questions in person. We are happy to answer the full variety of questions; from price to discomfort, from size to recovery.
Almost everybody has something planned this Spring. Something they're looking forward to. To looking their best in Spring & Summer attire. We find these patients enjoyable, positive & very happy with their breast enhancement results. Call or e-mail us if we can help.
info@expertplasticsurgeon.com
864-676-1707
Dr. Graham is one of the areas most experienced breast enhancement surgeons. He has a strong reputation for his interested & caring manner, his emphasis on safety & comfort, and finally beautiful & natural-looking results for his patients.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Lipo-abdominoplasty: Modification of tummy tuck procedure
A few sophisticated or web savvy patients have heard the term "lipo-abdominoplasty" used and wondered what it meant.
As we discuss on our website or in previous blogs, there are many steps that together make up a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty). These are customized to the needs and benefits of each individual patient. Skin, fat & muscle can be treated separately. Adjacent areas of the torso can be treated. And, going further, the so-called mommy-makeover means that breast enhancement is also done.
Lipo-abdominoplasty means that there is some amount of liposuction done the the anterior abdomen at the time of skin and muscle work. This is in addition to the surgical removal (excision) of lower abdominal subcutaneous fat. Surgeons must use care in combining liposuction, to minimize certain risks. If less undermining is done, then more liposuction can be added to a tummy tuck procedure. Dr. Graham has incorporated these techniques for years, with safety and effectiveness.
Click the headline link above to see our website abdomnioplasty page or the photo gallery link: http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/photogallery/tummy-tuck-abdominoplasty-4814
As we discuss on our website or in previous blogs, there are many steps that together make up a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty). These are customized to the needs and benefits of each individual patient. Skin, fat & muscle can be treated separately. Adjacent areas of the torso can be treated. And, going further, the so-called mommy-makeover means that breast enhancement is also done.
Lipo-abdominoplasty means that there is some amount of liposuction done the the anterior abdomen at the time of skin and muscle work. This is in addition to the surgical removal (excision) of lower abdominal subcutaneous fat. Surgeons must use care in combining liposuction, to minimize certain risks. If less undermining is done, then more liposuction can be added to a tummy tuck procedure. Dr. Graham has incorporated these techniques for years, with safety and effectiveness.
Click the headline link above to see our website abdomnioplasty page or the photo gallery link: http://www.expertplasticsurgeon.com/photogallery/tummy-tuck-abdominoplasty-4814
Monday, February 15, 2010
Continuing Medical Education: Agility in Minimally Invasive Surgery
Dr. Graham recently attended one of his regular annual plastic surgical educational meetings. The meeting subject focus was, "Agility in Minimally Invasive Surgery."
This outstanding course features in-depth discussions of cosmetic surgical techniques by national and international experts and innovators. The most important aspect of this meeting is the numerous live surgical demonstrations performed by those speakers. There is no other meeting like this in the country, and it regularly attracts faclty & audience members from Central & South America, Europe and Asia.
This year's focus areas were breast augmentation and body coutour surgery, although endoscopic brow and facial procedures were also highlighted. Dr. Graham is already experienced in these areas, and the educational updates allow us to maintain our high level of quality of care. We offer the latest in proven surgical techniques and technology. And we avoid unproven hype and bluster.
Dr. Graham is an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Greenville, South Carolina. Our practice includes well-trained and experienced nurses, skin care specialists and administrative staff in order to provide you the best experience in skin care, peels, injectables, minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures and ultimately cosmetic surgery for the face, breast and body. We primarilly serve the areas from NE Georgia, through Central & Upstate South Carolina, to Western North Carolina: Clayton, Toccoa, Hartsville, Elberton, Royston, Abbeville, Greenwood, Newberry, Laurens, Clinton, Union, Gaffney, Boiling Springs, Inman, Landrum, Spartanburg, Greer, Travelers Rest, Taylors, Woodruff, Fountain Inn, Simpsonville, Anderson, Piedmont, Pickens, Clemson, Seneca, Salem, Westminster, Franklin, Highlands, Cashiers, Brevard, Hendersonville, Flat Rock, Tryon, Asheville, Waynseville, Rutherfordton.
This outstanding course features in-depth discussions of cosmetic surgical techniques by national and international experts and innovators. The most important aspect of this meeting is the numerous live surgical demonstrations performed by those speakers. There is no other meeting like this in the country, and it regularly attracts faclty & audience members from Central & South America, Europe and Asia.
This year's focus areas were breast augmentation and body coutour surgery, although endoscopic brow and facial procedures were also highlighted. Dr. Graham is already experienced in these areas, and the educational updates allow us to maintain our high level of quality of care. We offer the latest in proven surgical techniques and technology. And we avoid unproven hype and bluster.
Dr. Graham is an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Greenville, South Carolina. Our practice includes well-trained and experienced nurses, skin care specialists and administrative staff in order to provide you the best experience in skin care, peels, injectables, minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures and ultimately cosmetic surgery for the face, breast and body. We primarilly serve the areas from NE Georgia, through Central & Upstate South Carolina, to Western North Carolina: Clayton, Toccoa, Hartsville, Elberton, Royston, Abbeville, Greenwood, Newberry, Laurens, Clinton, Union, Gaffney, Boiling Springs, Inman, Landrum, Spartanburg, Greer, Travelers Rest, Taylors, Woodruff, Fountain Inn, Simpsonville, Anderson, Piedmont, Pickens, Clemson, Seneca, Salem, Westminster, Franklin, Highlands, Cashiers, Brevard, Hendersonville, Flat Rock, Tryon, Asheville, Waynseville, Rutherfordton.
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