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Thigh Lift Surgery Provides Exceptional Results for Post Bariatric and Skin Aging Patients
For bariatric surgery patients, the original weight- loss surgery is often only half the battle. Patients who have successfully endured bariatric surgery and have been able to lose weight and keep it off, are regularly left with debilitating amounts of sagging, excess skin on their lower trunk and legs which inhibits them from fully taking advantage of their reclaimed lives. Excess skin and fat is equally frustrating to those individuals who are life-long exercisers who are simply unable to rid their bodies of fat deposits on their thighs. For both of these groups, the thigh lift (thighplasty) is a cosmetic body contouring procedure that may help them capture the silhouettes they have long chased.
The thigh lift, unlike liposuction which targets underlying fat specifically, also works to remove excess tissue on various portions of a patient’s thighs in addition to removing lean layers of fatty tissue. Dr. Whiteman uses several versions of the thigh lift procedure including: inner thigh lift, bilateral thigh lift, medial thigh lift to most effectively target the areas of the leg in need of re-contouring and skin tightening.
Results from a thigh lift are dramatic and often offer a renewed sense of “freedom” for patients. While there are limited scars associated with all types of the thigh lift procedure, certified plastic and cosmetic surgeons like Dr. David Whiteman are especially adept at hiding the necessary incisions in the body’s natural folds; easily concealed by clothing and active wear.
An added advantage of thigh lift procedure is that is can easily be performed in conjunction with other “lift” procedures like tummy tucks (abdominoplasty), breast lift (mastopexy), breast reduction, arm lift (brachioplasty), and body lift to redefine the contours of post-bariatric patients. For patients who are approaching the procedure to reverse the effects of skin aging, the thigh lift is also easily performed with facial rejuvenation procedures.
To learn more about the cosmetic procedures Dr. Whiteman offers at Southern Plastic Surgery contact his office, visit his website, or subscribe to his blog.
Posted on August 30, 2010 5:15PM
Take Advantage of Our September Specials on Latisse, Botox, and Juvederm XC
Enjoy special discounts and give-aways on facial rejuvenation products now through September 30th, 2010 at Southern Plastic Surgery. Allergan, the makers of the wrinkle-filling injectable Juvederm®XC, the eye lash growth enhancing Latisse®, and crow’s feet eliminating Botox® is offering special discounts exclusively to Dr. Whiteman’s patients. Read below for details.
• Purchase a Juvederm® XC dermal filler treatment and receive a free Vivite® Lip Plumper (a $45 value.) (Offer expires September 30th, 2010.)
• Purchase a Botox Cosmetic® treatment and receive a $50 mail in rebate (Offer good while supplies last or until September 30th, 2010.)
• Purchase a Latisse® eye lash treatment kit and receive a free Vivite® Vibrance therapy facial system ($119 value.) (Offer expires October 1st, 2010.)
Contact our office to schedule an appointment for any of the above cosmetic treatments. You can also subscribe to our blog or “like” us on Facebook.
Posted on August 25, 2010 4:10PM
Custom Surgery- The Adaptability of Mommy Makeover Surgery
As a fresh school year begins, all parents hope that their children will have teachers who can commit to paying an adequate amount of time and attention to their child’s individual educational and developmental needs. As a plastic surgeon, Dr. David Whiteman of Southern Plastic Surgery recognizes this same need in parents (and patients): the need for individual care and a customizable treatment plan.
This is why, with every surgery; Dr. Whiteman emphasizes the variable nature of combination cosmetic procedures like mommy makeover surgery. As described in a previous blog post, Dr. Whiteman performs mommy makeover surgery to remedy the effects of pregnancy and child birth on a woman’s body.
Every woman’s body responds differently to pregnancy: some women experience significant weight gain, some are more reactive to the hormone fluctuation and experience more breast changes, and some have very limited physical changes from pregnancy. Every woman also has a different opinion about her desired aesthetic result. The best cosmetic surgery is one that is performed by a board certified plastic surgeon who is able to clearly understand your surgical expectations and work with you individually to formulate a plan for surgery and after-care to optimize your results.
If you’re a mom who is ready to let yourself look as good as your kids do going back to school this year, contact Dr. Whiteman’s office to schedule a consultation for mommy makeover surgery or review his website and blog for additional information.
Posted on August 20, 2010 3:35PM
Weight Watchers 2 Point Gumbo
Things You Will Need:
- 1lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts(cubed)
- 8 cups water
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 large green bell pepper, diced
- 8 celery stalks, diced
- 1 bunch scallions, diced
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- ¼ cup flour
- 4 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 tbsp oil
- ½ tbsp oregano
- ½ tbsp thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp salt
Instructions:
Boil chicken in water until done. Set meat & broth aside. Toast flour in a large dry skillet, stirring constantly, until deep brown(about the color of a penny). Heat oil in a 4-qt. saucepan & sauté vegetables & garlic until soft. Add toasted flour & mix well. Add broth slowly, mixing well. Add cubed chicken & spices. Cover & simmer on low for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add rice & simmer another 30 minutes.
Makes 8 servings (about 1 ½ cup per serving).
Weight Watchers Points: 2 per serving
You may also add 1 can diced tomatoes & 1/4tsp red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
May substitute white rice for brown rice, if desired.
Posted on August 20, 2010 8:00AM
Weight Watchers 1 Point Hearty Chili
Things You Will Need:
- 10 oz. extra-lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 (28oz.) cans diced tomatoes
- 2 ea. Zucchini & yellow squash, diced
- 1 (15oz.) can black beans, rinsed & drained
- 2 (15oz.) cans fat free reduced sodium beef broth
- 4 celery stalks, diced
- 2 green bell peppers, diced
- 1 (1.25oz.) pkg. dry chili or taco seasoning
Instructions:
Brown turkey & onions. Add remaining ingredients & bring to simmer until veggies are tender(about 20 minutes).
Makes 20 servings, Weight Watchers Points: 1 per serving
Posted on August 20, 2010 7:47AM
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Things You Need:
- 1 Cup onion, chopped
- 2 Cloves garlic, chopped
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2(12oz) cans diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low fat chicken broth
- 1/3 cups salsa
- ½ red pepper, chopped
- ½ green pepper, chopped
- 3-4 celery stalks, chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½tsp chili powder
- fat free sour cream
- flour(to thicken)
Instructions:
Simmer onions, garlic, & green onions in pan until tender. Combine all ingredients in pot & simmer until all veggies are tender.
Makes 9 servings
Weight Watcher Points: 0 per serving
Special notes: If you add chicken, divide the points by 9 servings.
Posted on August 19, 2010 8:25AM
Cowboy Caviar
Another one of our wonderful Facebook fans shared this delicious “healthy recipe” that will make a perfect hors d’oeuvres (served with tortilla chips), topping on salad, tacos, etc.
Things Needed:
- 2 table spoons red wine vinegar
- 1 ½ to 2 teaspoons of hot red pepper sauce
- 1 ½ teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/8 teaspoon of ground pepper
- 1 firm avocado cubed
- 1 (15 oz) can black eyed peas or black beans rinsed/drained
- 1 can corn (rinsed/drained)
- 2/3 cup thinly sliced green onion
- 2/3 cup chopped cilantro
- ½ lb roma tomatoes, chopped.
In large bowl, combine vinegar, hot sauce, oil, garlic & pepper. Stir to mix well. Add avocado. Rinse and drain peas/beans & corn. Stir into mixture along with green onion, cilantro & tomatoes. Mix well. Salt & pepper to taste.
Posted on August 18, 2010 5:54PM
Veggie Lasagna
One of our Facebook fans submitted a “Healthy Recipe” for Veggie Lasagna we wanted to share:
Things needed:
- 1 eggplant
- Lasagna pasta
- Eggs
- Cornflour
- Squash
- Zucchini
- Carrots
- Parsley
- Small onion
- Mozzarella cheese
- Ricotta cheese
- Tomato sauce
- Tomato paste
Blend onion, carrots & ¼ stalk parsley
Cut egg plant into thin slices and fry in pan with corn flour and oil (dipped in egg)
Grade Zucchini & squash
Mix tomato sauce & tomato paste.
Grease dish, lay pasta in greased pan.
Put zucchini and squash as a layer, then another layer of pasta.
Then lay fried eggplant on top, then carrot and onions. Add ricotta cheese. Tomato sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese.
Bake at 375 until cheese melted.
Posted on August 18, 2010 5:38PM
Discovery of Plant-based Collagen Source May Increase Cosmetic Procedure’s Popularity
Exemplified by our previous blog posts and specials on the subject of dermal fillers and cosmetic injectables, Dr. David Whiteman has seen recent, exponential growth in facial rejuvenation patients. Injections of the hyaluronic acid based Restylane®, Juvederm®, or Perlane® products work to revitalize the body’s collagen production abilities and fill facial depressions, like wrinkles and scars, to make you look younger. These fillers were developed as an alternative to collagen injections, (derived from human and animal sources) which fell out of favor because of their high cost, allergic reactions and, to some, ethically questionable sources.
Earlier this month, scientists and researchers out of Hebrew University in Jerusalem replicated human collagen from standard tobacco plants which could signal the beginning of resurgence in collagen’s popularity. As described above, collagen is a complex protein found naturally in the human body’s connective tissues that gives skins a plumped, youthful appearance. Just as with the skin’s moisture and skin elasticity, the amount of collagen in one’s skin decreases with age.
Now that collagen can be produced from such an abundant, noncontroversial source, cosmetic surgeons all over the world have begun to realize its potential including the plant-based material’s ability to reduce wrinkles and patch up scars . The technology is already being marketed in Japan, Europe, and Israel. American-based cosmetic treatment manufacturers project that this discovery, along with the price decrease the plant-collagen’s ease of production is likely to bring, will only boost the treatments frequency.
Dr. Whiteman is hopeful about this news, and at Southern Plastic Surgery, we look forward to a rise in collagen injection procedures. Southern Plastic Surgery offers a wide array of facial rejuvenation procedures and will expand our menu as this technology continues to advance.
To learn more about the facial rejuvenation packages and non-surgical skin care packages available through Southern Plastic Surgery contact our office, visit our website, or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Posted on August 11, 2010 1:30PM
Cinderella Procedures: Botox Now Used to Stamp Out Excess Foot Sweating
Southern Plastic Surgery’s Dr. David Whiteman was recognized by Allergan, the makers of the increasingly popular dermal injectable Botox®, as a Platinum Injector in the fall of 2009. Whiteman’s extensive experience administering the product garnered him the accolade and has also allowed him to further explore the added benefits of the product, beside wrinkle-reducing muscle relaxation, like migraine headache relief, and now, reducing foot sweating.
According to a recently published article in The NewYork Daily Post citing an interview from The Wall Street Journal in which an aesthetic foot surgeon details injecting Botox® into patients’ feet to minimize the amount of sweating and subsequent growth of bacteria contributing to many patients’ foot faux pas. The injections are a new procedure added to the recently coined, and aptly named, niche of cosmetic foot surgeries dubbed “Cinderella procedures.”
Botox® and similar competitor Dysport® work to temporarily (results typically lasting 4-6 months) block the nerve signals from the muscle into which they are injected. Originally, Botox® and Dysport® were developed as a way for patients to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles around the eyes (periocular) and mouth (frown lines) contributing to an aged appearance. According to the published interviews, the injectables work similarly to temporarily block the nerve signals that cause patients’ underarms and feet to sweat when injected into the respective regions.
Dr. Whiteman carefully reminds patients that injectables are only a temporary fix for these issues and that ,because they are not the specifically intended use of the products, they should be approached with due caution. Additionally, patients should ensure that their prospective physician is properly trained to perform the injections (consulting only a board certified plastic surgeon is usually a good way to make sure of this.)
If you’re interested in learning more about the uses of cosmetic injectables or the other cosmetic surgery procedures Dr. Whiteman performs contact his office, visit his website, or subscribe to his blog.
Posted on August 2, 2010 12:40PM
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