Ezine 163 August 2016

SKIN CARE TIP

Benefits of Facials!

Ideally people should get a facial at least once a month. Besides the benefit of it making you feel pampered and relaxed, there are many more benefits of getting a regular facial. One is that it helps stimulate blood flow under the skin allowing the skin to facilitate the renewal of skin cells. Good facials can help smooth fine lines and promote collagen production. A facial will also deep cleanse your pores and a medical aesthetician can also perform extractions which can help maintain clear skin, stop acne formation, and reduce the size of pores.

Facials provide outstanding exfoliation and improve skin hydration. They can help with dryness, oiliness, and redness. For the most part facials are very customizable and a certified aesthetician can then help to create a beneficial skin regimen to fit each patient’s needs.

Anti-Aging Tip

Benefits of Laughing!

“Doctor, doctor I feel like a sheep!”
“That’s baaaaaaaaaaaad.”

There are many benefits to laughing! It’s good for you! Just a few include decreases in stress and boosts your energy. The reason laughing can do some of these amazing things is because laughing stimulates many organs such as your heart, lungs and muscles. It helps release increase endorphins in your brain. It improves circulation and aids in muscle relaxation. Some long term benefits is that it can help you live longer, reduces depression, maintains relationships over time, improves breathing and helps lower blood pressure.In conclusion, laugh, laugh, laugh, and don’t forget to laugh.

Plastic Surgery Tip

Benefits of Scar Revision Surgery

Scars are caused from injuries, surgery or chronic wounds. A few factors of how well a scar can heal are the age of patient, skin pigmentation, and how deep or large the wound is. Scar revision surgery is a procedure that helps reduce or improve the appearance of scars. There are a few different types of scar revision surgery. A few are keloid revision, hypertrophic scar repair, and z-plasty. The different ways of revising a scar include removing the scar completely, laser treatment, dermabrasion, skin grafting, tissue expansion, and z-plasty. Some of the personal benefits of scar revision surgery include less pain, better function and mobility. It could help to increase self-confidence. Consult with a plastic surgeon to see what the best option for you.

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During your consult with Dr. Speron, the patient will discuss their desired goals on an individual level. Then they will further discuss the course of treatment and potential complications at the appointment time. Please check out the wealth of information on our site by clicking here.

Make sure you chose a board certified plastic surgeon. A call to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons or ASPS at 1-888-4-PLASTIC (ie. 1-888-475-2784) can tell you which doctors are legitimate plastic surgeons with outstanding qualifications. You can also visit the ASPS web site at www.plasticsurgery.org. The ASPS is the only one of the 24 boards approved by the American Board of Medical Specialties that certifies physicians in plastic surgery of the face and all areas of the body. When considering a cosmetic surgeon, you should also make sure your surgeon is a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS). A call to ASAPS (1-888-272-7711) or visiting the ASAPS website (www.plasticsurgery.org) can help you verify your plastic surgeons membership.

To help you in making your decision, please click here to check out the 7 critical questions to ask any plastic surgeon before letting them touch you!

By far, the most important factor in the success of your procedure is the surgeon you choose. So please choose wisely...

Thanks for a great year.

Warm regards,

Sam Speron, MD, FACS

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon