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Take Advantage of Special Offers at Southern Plastic Surgery through June 30, 2012
From breast surgery to cosmetic injectables, there are plenty of opportunities to save this summer at Southern Plastic Surgery. In fact, it’s the perfect time to schedule breast augmentation surgery. If you receive breast augmentation surgery before May 31st, 2012, you can receive a FREE mini breast lift. Also, breast enhancement patients who choose Natrelle® Gel Implants before June 30th, 2012 are eligible to receive FREE Botox® Cosmetic injections -or- FREE Latisse® from Allergan. Schedule a consultation to learn more about your breast implant options.
The manufacturers of the Restylane® family of injectables are offering rebates May 1st through June 30th, 2012. You can save $40 per milliliter of Restylane® and Restylane-L® and $50 per milliliter of Perlane® and Perlane-L® (stipulations apply, see note*). Perfect for filling in lines and wrinkles while plumping lost volume, you can save on your favorite Restylane® family product with or without lidocaine. All you have to do is receive treatment between 5/1/12 and 6/30/12, send in a completed redemption form with your itemized receipt (credit card receipts not accepted) and product box end flaps (must show hologram) postmarked prior to July 31, 2012. However, if you prefer to re-plump areas of lost volume and wrinkles with dermal filling Radiesse®, be sure to take advantage of buy one get one free Radiesse® injections.
If you’re looking for a way to reduce wrinkles on the forehead and between the eyes, the manufacturers of Dysport® are offering a $50 rebate for patients who receive treatment between May 1st and June 30th, 2012. Additionally, Dr. David Whiteman will match the manufacturer’s rebate for a total of $100 off. To receive the manufacturer’s rebate, sign up to become a member of the Dysport® community online, complete the redemption form, and mail it along with your itemized receipt within 30 days of your treatment.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take advantage of these specials. Be sure to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for specials updates and plastic surgery news.
* In order to receive the rebate, a 2 mL minimum 9 mL maximum of Restylane® (up to 1.5 mL can be used per lip), a 2 mL minimum 6 mL maximum of Restylane-L®, or a 1 mL minimum 6 mL maximum of Perlane® or Perlane-L® must be purchased.
Posted on May 8, 2012 10:35AM
Dr. Whiteman’s Guide to Facial Plastic Surgery: Going Beyond the Facelift
Many people automatically associate facial plastic surgery with the traditional facelift. Although facial plastic surgery does include the well-known facelift, it also includes a variety of other procedures that target very specific concerns. In fact the facelift itself can involve the traditional procedure as well as mini versions of the facelift to treat isolated cosmetic concerns of the eyes, forehead, lower face, etc.
As we age, our skin becomes lax and collagen begins to break down causing fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging facial skin. The traditional or full facelift focuses on problem areas around the cheeks, jowls, and neck. While some patients combine this procedure with other anti-aging facial procedures like the brow lift or eyelid surgery for complete facial rejuvenation, other patients seek surgery before a procedure of that extent is necessary. These patients focus on their problem areas as they notice them. Some signs of aging can be repaired with facial fillers and cosmetic injectables. For more advanced signs of aging, Dr. Whiteman also offers procedures like brow lift to smooth wrinkles on the forehead, mid-facelift to reduce wrinkles and refresh the middle section of the face, or neck lift (lower facelift) to eliminate sagging skin on the jowls.
Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) is used to eliminate signs of aging on the upper and/or lower eyelids. Eyelid surgery can be performed on the upper eyelids to reduce a hooded appearance caused by sagging eyelid skin and/or on the lower eyelids to remove fat and tissue that contributes to bags beneath the eyes. Eyelid surgery can be combined with other plastic surgery procedures or performed alone depending on the patient’s needs. Aside from helping patients look younger and more alert, some surgeons are performing migraine relief surgery in conjunction with blepharoplasty because they have better access to the muscles attributed to causing this condition. Plastic surgery patients have also experienced migraine relief through some brow lift surgery techniques and with Botox® injections.
Many facial contouring procedures provide a youthful appearance in addition to balancing facial aesthetics, though anti-aging was not their original purpose. Patients often seek otoplasty (ear surgery) to help pin back ears that are too prominent or to reduce the size of ears that are too large. Rhinoplasty (nose surgery) is used to enhance the shape and size of a patient’s nose. In fact, nose surgery can also be used to alleviate breathing problems caused by injury or birth defects, so Dr. Whiteman works to repair function first (if necessary) and then to enhance aesthetics.
In addition to balance-focused procedures like otoplasty and rhinoplasty, chin surgery (genioplasty) and the insertions of chin implants are becoming more popular. In fact according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons 2011 statistics report, the number of patients to receive chin implant surgery increased 71% in comparison to the 2010 statistics. Chin implants are used to give the chin a more prominent position and help balance other facial features like the nose. Dr. Whiteman also employs techniques like facial liposuction, or liposuction of the double chin to add definition to a patient’s jaw line.
Dr. Whiteman performs a variety of plastic surgery procedures for the breasts and body in addition to the facial procedures he offers. To learn more about the procedures available at Southern Plastic Surgery by Dr. David Whiteman, visit his website. You can also connect with him on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for news and updates about plastic surgery and health and wellness.
Posted on April 26, 2012 10:52AM
Avoid Plastic Surgery Complications with Qualified Providers
Although the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery predicted more patients would do their research when pursuing plastic surgery to avoid substandard plastic surgery results in 2012, recent news shows many patients are still searching for good deals rather than qualified surgeons. These recent stories about buttock enhancement with tire sealant, breast augmentation performed in hair salons, and illegal “pumping parties” are scary and can cause life-threatening side effects. They are also easy to avoid. Dr. David Whiteman uses his blog and social media outlets to educate patients seeking cosmetic surgery.
According to CBS News, a woman was arrested in Texas for performing illegal breast augmentation with an unidentified substance in her hair salon after one of her “patients” went into critical condition. In Philadelphia, another woman was arrested for illegal “pumping parties” after a patient who received injections for buttock augmentation was hospitalized when the injected substance traveled into her bloodstream and lungs, according to an article from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. The Philadelphia woman was found with needles, Super Glue, cotton balls, paper towels, and a 20-ounce water bottle filled with an unidentified substance that was most likely used for injections. CBS News also reported that the Florida woman who was arrested last November for injecting toxic substances like glue and fix-a-flat to perform buttock enhancement is now facing charges after turning herself into the police in March. She will face charges for practicing medicine without a license and for seriously injuring patients due to unlicensed medical practice.
These stories are scary, but avoidable. The victims in these cases were more concerned with the price of plastic surgery than finding a qualified board certified plastic surgeon. Many factors determine the cost of plastic surgery, including the price of the particular procedure, hospital fees, anesthesiologist fees, etc. If the price for plastic surgery seems too deeply discounted, it probably is. Many plastic surgeons offer financing options like CareCredit® to help patients afford plastic surgery and avoid treatment by someone who is inexperienced and unlicensed.
Not only it is important for patients to choose an experienced board certified plastic surgeon, but it is also important for them to feel comfortable and be able to trust their plastic surgeon. Your plastic surgeon should listen to your needs and help you choose a procedure that will allow you to best meet those needs while keeping your desired results in mind. If you ever feel uncomfortable during a consultation, know you can walk away.
Last but not least, never let someone, even if they can prove they’re a board certified plastic surgeon, inject you with an unknown substance. Even if you are being injected with well-known substances like Botox® or Restylane®, make sure your provider is really using these FDA approved products properly. For example, Botox® and Dysport® are used to relax muscles on the forehead and between the eyes that cause wrinkles although there are many popular off-label uses. Do your research before your consultation.
Dr. Whiteman encourages plastic surgery patients to do their research before surgery and makes the research process easier through all of the information provided on his website. Visit his website to learn more about a particular procedure or schedule a consultation at Southern Plastic Surgery for even more information specific to your needs. If you haven’t already, connect with Dr. Whiteman on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for plastic surgery news and updates.
Posted on April 14, 2012 1:04PM
Facial Rejuvenation Savings Ignite March Madness at Southern Plastic Surgery
If you’ve been putting off facial rejuvenation, you may have trouble finding a good excuse not to receive your favorite cosmetic injectables this month at Southern Plastic Surgery. Offering savings and rebates on Dysport®, Botox®, Restylane®, Perlane®, and Juvéderm®, you can save big on a complete facial rejuvenation with your favorite injectables. Read below to learn more about the specific discount details.
Dysport®: Now through March 31st, 2012, Southern Plastic Surgery patients can save $50 on Dysport® injections. All you have to do is sign up online at www.dysportusa.com to become a member, complete the rebate redemption form (online or provided by Dr. David Whiteman), and mail in the itemized receipt and rebate redemption form within 30 days of your Dysport® treatment. Similar to Botox®, Dysport® works to relax wrinkle-causing muscles on the forehead and between the eyes.
Botox®: Patients can save up to $200 on Botox® treatments this year. First, you must sign up for the Brilliant Distinctions® Program and receive your initial Botox® treatment before April 30th, 2012. You will receive a $50 rebate via email after the first treatment and 200 Brilliant Distinction® member points (or $25 off the next treatment). Then, participating patients will receive another $50 email rebate in three months, bringing the total to $75 off the second Botox® treatment. If you use this rebate within three months of receiving it, you will receive yet another 200 Brilliant Distinctions® points and another $50 email rebate to save $75 on your third Botox® treatment.
Restylane® and Perlane®: On top of the manufacturer’s rebates available this month, Dr. Whiteman’s patients can save an extra $100 on a syringe of Restylane® or Perlane®. You can still save $40 per milliliter on Restylane® (2 mL minimum, 9 mL maximum) or Restylane-L® (2 mL minimum, 6 mL maximum limit) through March 31st, 2012. For those deeper wrinkles be sure to take advantage of saving $50 per mL of Perlane® or Perlane-L® (1 mL minimum and 6 mL maximum limit). All you have to do to receive this mail-in rebate is schedule your treatment before March 31st and send in the Restylane® redemption form (must be postmarked prior to April 30th, 2012). You must also include the product box (with hologram) and your itemized receipt (they do not accept credit card receipts).
Juvéderm®: Through March 31st, 2012, our patients can buy one syringe of Juvéderm® XC and receive half off their second syringe. Perfect for filling in deep wrinkles and areas of lost volume, Juvéderm® results can last up to a year. To top off this deal, Brilliant Distinctions® members will earn 400 points through this purchase that can be used for $50 off their next Botox®, Juvéderm® or Latisse® purchase.
It doesn’t matter which type of cosmetic injectable you prefer—this March you can take your pick and still take advantage of savings. You can choose to relax wrinkle-causing muscles on the forehead or between the eyes with Botox® or Dysport® or to fill in deep wrinkles and areas of lost volume with facial fillers like Restylane®, Perlane®, and Juvéderm®. Remember, you can also pair muscle-relaxing injectables with facial fillers for overall facial rejuvenation. If you’re not already a member of Brilliant Distinctions®, be sure to register online for this free loyalty program to receive added savings by gaining points for using Botox®, Latisse®, and Juvéderm®.
If you’re interested in learning more about the plastic surgery procedures Dr. Whiteman performs, browse our website or contact our office to schedule a consultation. Be sure to find Dr. Whiteman on Facebook and Twitter for plastic surgery news and updates.
Posted on March 5, 2012 1:19PM
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon Urges Patients to Research Traditional Tummy Tuck Surgery When Exploring Fat Reduction Options
Plastic Surgeon in Atlanta on Surgical Options for Body Contouring
Atlanta tummy tuck surgeon Dr. David Whiteman compares results of traditional plastic surgery procedures with new, non-invasive fat reduction technology.
Performing the tummy tuck procedure since 1993, double board certified Atlanta plastic surgeon Dr. David Whiteman analyzes and incorporates the latest, most beneficial plastic surgery trends to ensure that his patients receive the best possible cosmetic results while minimizing the risk of surgical complications. Therefore, Dr. Whiteman urges his patients to carefully research their candidacy for a prospective fat reduction procedure.
Whiteman shares, “Non-surgical fat reduction is the most talked about plastic surgery trend so far in 2012; however, many patients who ask about the procedures are actually better suited for excess skin removal and muscle tightening involved with a traditional tummy tuck surgery.”
A common component of a mommy makeover, along with breast surgery and body sculpting, the tummy tuck removes excess abdominal fat while also excising extra skin often stretched by pregnancy or extreme weight loss. Dr. Whiteman continues, “the tummy tuck is also an effective way to narrow a patient’s waist and reattach muscle that can become lax with a baby’s growth or dramatic weight fluctuation; whereas, non-surgical fat reduction is really only suitable for eliminating very small, very isolated areas of excess fat.”
Technology like CoolSculpting® fat reduction uses external application of extreme temperatures to break down fat cells, which the body then gradually eliminates. Similarly, Dr. Whiteman uses the melting power of laser liposuction to facilitate fat removal during liposuction along with post-surgical, topical skin tightening and cellulite reduction treatments like Viora Reaction™ or Endermologie® to maximize patients’ results. He urges patients to thoroughly research plastic surgery technology through credible outlets when contemplating a body contouring or liposuction procedure.
The flexibility of tummy tuck surgery is evidenced by its diverse patient base. In addition to mommy makeover patients, Dr. Whiteman also uses the body contouring procedure to remove excess skin and fat after massive weight loss, known as post-bariatric surgery. Additionally, Whiteman updates his Atlanta plastic surgery practice’s blog regularly with articles to educate patients of the newest procedures available.
About Southern Plastic Surgery – David M. Whiteman, M.D., F.R.C.S.(c)
Southern Plastic Surgery was founded in 1993 by Dr. David Whiteman, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon double board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. With a special interest in assisting women suffering from breast cancer, Dr. Whiteman also serves on the board of directors for The Sport of Giving, a women’s cancer care and prevention non-profit organization.
Patients considering a tummy tuck, procedures of the breasts, facial plastic surgery, or other aesthetic body contouring options can find more information by contacting Southern Plastic Surgery at (770) 622-9100, scheduling a consultation at his office, which is located at 3855 Pleasant Hill Rd., Ste. #370, Duluth, GA 30096, or visiting his online community at southernplasticsurgery.com and facebook.com/southernplasticsurgery.
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Posted on February 9, 2012 12:01AM
Save on Restylane and Dysport at Southern Plastic Surgery!
With age, more lines and wrinkles start appearing on your face. Don’t worry because we’ve got great deals to help smooth those furrows. February 1st through March 31st, 2012, you can take advantage of Dysport® and Restylane® rebates for a non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatment.
In order to save $50 on your Dysport® treatment, all you have to do is sign up online to become a member (www.dysportusa.com), complete the rebate redemption form (online or provided by Dr. David Whiteman), and mail in the completed form along with your itemized receipt within 30 days of receiving treatment. An alternative to Botox®, Dysport® is injected between the eyes and along the forehead to relax muscles that cause wrinkles.
If you are also concerned with hollowed cheeks and wrinkles around the mouth, you can also save on the Restylane® family of injectables February 1st through March 31st, as well. Save $40 per milliliter on Restylane® or Restylane-L® with a 2 mL minimum, 9 mL maximum limit for Restylane® and a 2 mL minimum, 6 mL maximum limit for Restylane-L®. Newly approved by the FDA for lip enhancement in those ages 21 and over, these savings include up to 1.5 mL per lip. For those deeper wrinkles be sure to take advantage of saving $50 per mL of Perlane® or Perlane-L® with a minimum 1 mL and maximum 6 mL purchase. All you have to do to receive this mail-in rebate is schedule your treatment between February 1st and March 31st and send in the Restylane® redemption form (must be postmarked prior to April 30th, 2012). You must also include the product box (with hologram) and your itemized receipt (they do not accept credit card receipts).
Hurry and schedule your appointment today to take care of those wrinkles before Valentine’s Day! Remember Dysport® can be combined with the facial fillers Restylane® and Perlane® for an overall facial rejuvenation. Stay connected with what’s happening at Southern Plastic Surgery by reading our blog and engaging with us on Facebook and Twitter.
Posted on February 2, 2012 10:49AM
Join Dr. Whiteman and The Sport of Giving at the 5th Annual Pink in the Rink Weekend!
With such a large part of his practice focused on breast reconstruction surgery for women after breast cancer surgery, Dr. David Whiteman (Spokesman and Medical Advisor of The Sport of Giving) invites you to the 5th annual Pink in the Rink Weekend with the Gwinnett Gladiators. March 2nd-4th, 2012 come out to watch the Gladiators play on pink ice to raise money and awareness for women’s cancer research and prevention. Five dollars out of every $15 ticket purchase goes straight to The Sport of Giving. So come out and support your team while you support cancer research and prevention. We look forward to seeing you there!
Posted on January 27, 2012 1:09PM
The Great Debate: To Breastfeed or Not to Breastfeed after Breast Augmentation?
Many women cite the studied health benefits and reported emotional bond they feel it creates between mother and child as the reason they chose to breastfeed. Others opt for formula because they feel breastfeeding will change the appearance of their breasts. Earlier this month the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reported that women with breast implants are increasingly concerned that their augmented breasts would change shape after breastfeeding.
A study surveyed 160 mothers who had breast implants. Eighty-six percent of the mothers chose not to breastfeed because they didn’t want their breasts to look bad, and 13% of the mothers in the study who did breastfeed their babies were concerned their breast shape would change because of breastfeeding. Although more research is necessary, doctors say breastfeeding should not be blamed for breast sagging in women with (or without) breast implants after pregnancy. Instead, they say breast sagging is more evident after each pregnancy whether or not the mother breastfeeds.
Therefore, whether you’ve had a breast augmentation, breast-fed or bottle-fed, you may notice increased sagging with each pregnancy. However, something can be done to correct the appearance of deflated, sagging breasts. If you’ve already had a breast enhancement and decide you’d like further refinement after the birth of a child, breast revision surgery is an option.
During breast revision surgery, Dr. David Whiteman removes the original breast implants, and depending on the patient’s desires, he can excise tissue and lift the breast to a more natural location or insert new breast implants for added volume. Mothers who do not have breast implants, but are bothered by sagging breasts after pregnancy can benefit from a breast lift procedure. Breast lift surgery can be performed with or without a breast implant to produce fuller breasts depending on the patient’s wishes.
Unfortunately less perky breasts are not the only complaint many women have about their bodies following pregnancy. It’s not always easy to get back to that pre-baby appearance, but mommy makeover surgery can help. Usually comprised of a breast procedure (breast augmentation, breast lift, or breast reduction), along with tummy tuck surgery and liposuction, a mommy makeover procedure is custom-tailored to the mother’s specific needs. Aside from mommy makeover surgery, Dr. Whiteman maintains a focus on Health and Wellness at his Duluth plastic surgery practice and offers helpful exercise tips and healthy recipes to promote the long-term health of his patients (and their children)!
Posted on January 12, 2012 12:22PM
Begin the Year with Savings from Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center
Now through January 31st, Southern Plastic Surgery’s medical spa, Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, will be offering fabulous deals on some of the newest and most popular cosmetic services. With great deals on laser hair removal, Viora Reaction™ skin tightening and cellulite reduction, CO2 Fractionated laser treatment, and relaxing massage therapy. Click the flyer below for more details and contact the Laser Lights office to schedule your appointment.
Posted on January 5, 2012 10:51PM
Did You See Dr. Whiteman in This Month’s Best Self Magazine?
Dr. David Whiteman was featured in Best Self Atlanta magazine’s “Expert Connect” section this December answering your questions about body contouring with liposuction. Check out the article below for more details:
Posted on December 13, 2011 8:34AM
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