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Archive for October, 2009
Crowtox is the new Botox® for Scarecrows in Atlanta
Mention this blog and save $100 on Botox® or Dysport® injection if you make an appointment before Halloween!
*Special not valid with any other offer.
In the spirit of fall, one Alpharetta, Georgia business has displayed a humorous scarecrow version of a patient and plastic surgeon administering “Crowtox” – a play on the popular injectable Botox®. The scarecrow display is one of the many you can find along the streets of Historic Roswell and Alpharetta, as part of an annual community competition. (Click here to read more about this year’s winners).
While we do not offer Crowtox at Southern Plastic Surgery, we do offer popular injectables like Botox® and Dysport® to help with wrinkle correction. Contact our office to schedule a consultation and to learn more about facial rejuvenation by Dr. David Whiteman.
Posted on October 26, 2009 11:38AM
Dr. David Whiteman – Jezebel Magazine Doctors of Distinction
Dr. David Whiteman was recently featured in Jezebel Magazine’s 2009 Doctors of Distinction.
Posted on October 26, 2009 11:17AM
Should price be a determining factor in choosing a cosmetic surgeon?
Especially in these hard economic times, people are looking for bargains wherever they can find them. Women are content with last season’s bag instead of splurging for the hottest designer purses. Instead of ordering a filet at a fancy steakhouse on a Friday night out, families opt to order pizza in. And while everyone loves a good deal, when it comes to your health, you should not be cutting corners.
The decision to undergo cosmetic surgery is a big one, affecting the way you look and feel about yourself for the rest of your life – so it makes sense to put that responsibility in the hands of someone who is fully qualified.
In talking about this topic, I like to ask the Wal-Mart question: you may love the tops, pants, and dresses that you find at Wal-Mart and can always find a bargain, but would you buy your wedding dress there? Probably not. And that is because you want your wedding dress to be special and one-of-a-kind.
Cosmetic surgery should also be a one-of-a-kind procedure. Every person is unique and requires a unique technique and treatment plan in order to get the best outcome. “One fit for all” is not feasible for surgery; so do not be fooled by the less-than-qualified physicians (and even non physicians) that try to lure you in with their slash cut pricing.
There is a misconception that in order to get work done by a top physician you have to spend an exorbitant amount of money, but the truth is, many procedures are more affordable than you may think. At Southern Plastic Surgery, we offer a wide array of services at a reasonable cost to the client and even offer a monthly “feature procedure” where patients can receive great deals on our most popular services. Southern Plastic Surgery also offers care credit (with 18 months no interest, minimum monthly payments required) for those patients that cannot afford to pay for their procedure all at once.
It is important that you check with your physician to make sure that he/she is board certified in plastic surgery and thus has the experience and knowledge to give you the look you desire.
Click here to learn more about Dr. Whiteman’s credentials or contact our office to learn about pricing and to schedule a consultation.
Posted on October 19, 2009 4:49PM
Laser Lights October 2009 Specials!
To learn more about Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center and their services, please visit them on the web here.
Posted on October 9, 2009 12:21PM
Congratulations Dr. Whiteman!
Dr. Whiteman recently received the “Outstanding Contribution Award” for his work with for the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in the 2008/2009 Academic Year. Congratulations on the hard work and your continued commitment to higher education!
Posted on October 7, 2009 2:06PM
Is there a Bright Side to Cancer?
A note from Dr. Whiteman:
This blog entry is the start of a series of blog entries from the interns that have been working with me at Southern Plastic Surgery and Gwinnett Hospital. I think it is important to get always take a look at a fresh perspective, and look forward to hearing about the insights and experiences of the interns over the coming weeks. I hope you enjoy them as well!
Is there a Bright Side to Cancer?
Is there a Bright Side to Cancer? According to many of Dr. Whiteman’s patients, visits to his office are just that – a ray of hope. As a third year medical student who just spent four weeks learning from him, his staff, and his patients, I agree wholeheartedly. Surgical removal of cancer leaves a permanent reminder and can oftentimes disrupt quality of life. Luckily, the breast cancer journey doesn’t have to end there for these patients.
Breast cancer is a particularly special field because it is not only anatomy, but a source of femininity and life. Recent data trends demonstrate that the incidence of breast cancer has increased. Investigators suggest that this increase may be due to older age at initial pregnancy, increased use of oral contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy, and changes in average ages of menarche (first menstrual period) and menopause.
Because of his expertise and reputation, Dr. Whiteman is referred many breast cancer patients at all stages of their journey, but especially for breast reconstruction. “I always enjoyed coming to see Dr. Whiteman because it marked the positive part of this road,” stated a breast cancer patient of his.
Through his office’s breast cancer support system, many have found lifelong friendships and support from other survivors. This “buddy system” has allowed patients talk to other women not only about the disease but about their reconstructive surgery and what to expect. These women share a unique bond; because no one can completely understand how difficult this is unless they have gone through it.
Just as not all breast cancers are the same, not all of the reconstructive surgeries for these women are alike. There are different procedures according to the needs of the patient. Treatment of cancer can consist of a lumpectomy, radiation, chemotherapy, partial, or radical mastectomy. All of these change the breast in different ways. The important factors in determining the type of reconstruction that is best include the type of treatment received, the patient’s body type, and the patient’s preference.
There are many procedure types and they can range from creating new breasts from the patient’s own tissue to using an implant. Reconstruction can take two or more surgeries in which recreation of the nipple and tattooing of the areolar area is the final touch. The entire process can last months to over a year depending on the patient.
One of the patients that I spoke in detail with decided on the TRAM (Transverse Rectus Abdominus Myocutaneous) Flap operation. In this procedure a tissue flap including skin, fat, and muscle taken from the abdomen is used to make a new breast mound. This surgery may require hospitalization for 3-4 days. Recovery will take 3-6 weeks. Another option is to place tissue expanders in the chest area where the breasts were. These expanders are slowly filled with saline to create room for an implant at a later date. This procedure is better for some who may want only one surgical area or who do not have ideal tissue to create a new breast. This surgery is often done as an outpatient procedure and recovery will take a couple of weeks.
It is also important in some cases to reconstruct the opposite breast to match. As one patient put it, “I had a breast that looked like it was 20 years old and one that looked 50!” Many women opt to have the opposite breast lifted in these situations. After going through the disease many women make the best of the reconstruction and decide on the size and shape they had always wanted. There are several options and continuous advances made for women with breast cancer at any stage. Whether women begin reconstruction in the operating room immediately after their mastectomy or wait until months after chemotherapy or radiation; the reconstruction is vital in their recovery. Dr. Whiteman is known for working hand in hand with the oncologists and other surgeons to determine what is best for his patients. After what these survivors have gone through, the reconstruction is a positive step forward.
My previous rotation was working with an oncologist, therefore, my exposure to breast cancer has come full circle. What a wonderful experience to see these women at this part of their journey with a new lease on life. They are some of the most open and touching patients I have come in contact with. After speaking with many of these ladies, it is easy to understand that they chose Dr. Whiteman to be a part of their journey because of how “comfortable” they felt with him and his office staff. As one woman declared, “It was hard to realize how much of me would be lost, I will never be the same…but Dr. Whiteman made me whole again.”
-Beverly Davis, Student Medical Intern
Posted on October 5, 2009 2:39PM
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David M. Whiteman, M.D., F.R.C.S.(c)
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