Last year at this time, Dr. Peterson announced his membership in the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons. According to the year over year statistics, body contouring after massive weight loss surgery has increased an average of 6% from 2009 to 2010 based on total procedures. We have recently added a new section to our website dedicated to body contouring after weight loss.
What are the procedures?
Breast lift up 7%
Lower body lift (buttock lift) up 12%
thigh lift up 7%
tummy tuck up 9%
arm lift up 6%
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
A grandma (not mommy) makeover?
Based on 2010 statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgery, patients in the 55 and over crowd are fighting back! We are seeing the same trend here in Topeka, Kansas!
Breast Lifts are up 9%
Arm Lifts are up 4%
Botox is up 12%
Fillers for facial wrinkles (Radiesse) are up 10%
Facelifts are up 9%
Breast Lifts are up 9%
Arm Lifts are up 4%
Botox is up 12%
Fillers for facial wrinkles (Radiesse) are up 10%
Facelifts are up 9%
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Can a psychiatrist offer Botox?
The answer is yes. A psychiatrist can offer Botox, an oral surgeon can do breast reductions, an ear nose and throat doctor can do breast augmentations and an ER doctor can do liposuction. Any medical doctor in the United States can call themselves a "cosmetic surgeon" and offer cosmetic procedures services, regardless of training or experience.
How do you know who is qualified? Be an informed consumer and ask these questions. Share this list with your friends.
Are you board certified in plastic surgery?
Is the board certification one of the 24 boards recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties?
Were you trained to perform this procedure during your residency/fellowship?
Can I see photos and talk to past patients?
Will the Dr. be performing the procedure him/herself?
Dr. Peterson is board certified in plastic surgery and ENT, did a fellowship for cleft lip/palate surgery, is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons and is a silver level provider of Botox Cosmetic. He performs his own Botox injections
How do you know who is qualified? Be an informed consumer and ask these questions. Share this list with your friends.
Are you board certified in plastic surgery?
Is the board certification one of the 24 boards recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties?
Were you trained to perform this procedure during your residency/fellowship?
Can I see photos and talk to past patients?
Will the Dr. be performing the procedure him/herself?
Dr. Peterson is board certified in plastic surgery and ENT, did a fellowship for cleft lip/palate surgery, is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons and is a silver level provider of Botox Cosmetic. He performs his own Botox injections
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Sunscreen 101- are you using the right product and the right amount?
Adequate sun protection is at the core of every skincare regimen. Here are a few things you need to know about sunscreen from you favorite Topeka Plastic Surgeon:
The effectiveness of a sunscreen is dose dependent. It is important to apply an adequate amount of suncreen in order to reap its benefits. The dose of sunscreen recommended by the FDA of an SPF 15 for your face is 10ml (or two teaspoons).
Sunscreens are divided into two classes, chemical and physical. Chemical suncreens ( products like benzophenone or homosalate) work by coverting UVB radiation into heat. These comprise most of the sunscreens you will find at the local drugstore. Physical suncreens ( products like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide) reflect and absorb solar radiation . Physical sunscreen like Total block are generally recommended by this office as they have much high SPF and have minimal risk of skin sensitivity and breakouts.
Given that UV radiation is the primary cause of free radical formation, we also recommend a daily topical antioxidant like Vivite serum . This antioxidant will block free radicals and decrease cell damage in an attempt to prevent photodamage and improve the signs of aging like wrinkles and brown spots.
Who doesn't want to do that!
The effectiveness of a sunscreen is dose dependent. It is important to apply an adequate amount of suncreen in order to reap its benefits. The dose of sunscreen recommended by the FDA of an SPF 15 for your face is 10ml (or two teaspoons).
Sunscreens are divided into two classes, chemical and physical. Chemical suncreens ( products like benzophenone or homosalate) work by coverting UVB radiation into heat. These comprise most of the sunscreens you will find at the local drugstore. Physical suncreens ( products like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide) reflect and absorb solar radiation . Physical sunscreen like Total block are generally recommended by this office as they have much high SPF and have minimal risk of skin sensitivity and breakouts.
Given that UV radiation is the primary cause of free radical formation, we also recommend a daily topical antioxidant like Vivite serum . This antioxidant will block free radicals and decrease cell damage in an attempt to prevent photodamage and improve the signs of aging like wrinkles and brown spots.
Who doesn't want to do that!
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
The top 5 non-invasive cosmetic procedures
Based on statistics from the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Botox wins the top spot with a whopping 5.4 million procedures- up 12% from the prior year.
What's next in line?
Soft tissue fillers like Radiesse and Juvederm - 1.8 million up 3%
Chemical Peels - 1.1 million no change
Laser Hair Removal - 938,000 up 5%
Microdermabrasion - 825,000 down 9%
Dr. Peterson offers all of these procedures here in Topeka in our office. Don't miss out!
What's next in line?
Soft tissue fillers like Radiesse and Juvederm - 1.8 million up 3%
Chemical Peels - 1.1 million no change
Laser Hair Removal - 938,000 up 5%
Microdermabrasion - 825,000 down 9%
Dr. Peterson offers all of these procedures here in Topeka in our office. Don't miss out!
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Hit the "refresh" button for your skin in Topeka
Does your skin look dull? Does it feel rough?
A microdermabrasion gently exfoliates your skin while vacuuming the dead skin cells away in a sterile and controlled manner. Removing this outer layer of dead skin cells leaves a smoother texture and promotes the growth of healthy new skin cells. A great pick my up for dull skin or a great pre-treatment to starting the Vivite skin care regimen.
A microdermabrasion gently exfoliates your skin while vacuuming the dead skin cells away in a sterile and controlled manner. Removing this outer layer of dead skin cells leaves a smoother texture and promotes the growth of healthy new skin cells. A great pick my up for dull skin or a great pre-treatment to starting the Vivite skin care regimen.
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
a mommy makeover menu for Topeka Kansas
You've seen it in magazines- statistics reveal that over 60% of mothers would consider a mommy makeover if cost was not an issue.
So what exactly is a " mommy makeover"? It is simply a marketing description to package several cosmetic procedures intended to restore a woman's figure after pregnancy and breast feeding. Stretch marks, loose skin, body fat accumulation, deflated and saggy breasts-there is only so much diet and exercise can do...!
The most frequent combination is a tummy tuck and breast lift surgery (with or without implants) and liposuction. There is no one operation that defines a mommy makeover- it is customized to you!
So what exactly is a " mommy makeover"? It is simply a marketing description to package several cosmetic procedures intended to restore a woman's figure after pregnancy and breast feeding. Stretch marks, loose skin, body fat accumulation, deflated and saggy breasts-there is only so much diet and exercise can do...!
The most frequent combination is a tummy tuck and breast lift surgery (with or without implants) and liposuction. There is no one operation that defines a mommy makeover- it is customized to you!
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