driving your car can make you look older

Driving your car can make you look older if you are not careful, says Dr. Jack Peterson.

Many Americans notice extra sun damage on their left side face and arms. In Britain it is the right side. Why? It is the "drivers side" effect. Sun damage is caused when patients have long term exposure to UVA rays from the sun which can penetrate glass. UVA rays cause wrinkles and sun damage, UVB rays cause sunburns.

Whenever you are outdoors,  even when covered from the sun directly or on a cloudy day, you  should be aware that you are not safe from the reflected rays of the sun and should wear sunscreen. If you want toa age as best you can, sun protection is a daily regimen, no matter what you are doing. Put sunblock on before you leave your house.

Until August 31, get 20% off our sunblock product line, including our most popular product Tizo 3 which is a waterproof product that offers an SPF of 30 and a tint that acts as a concealer. 

Study shows breast augmentation improves quality of life measures by over 80%

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, breast augmentation is the most common cosmetic surgical procedure performed in the United States. Over 289,000 women elected to pursue cosmetic breast augmentation last year alone, a 300 percent increase from just over a decade ago.

 The primary reasons women seek breast augmentation include dissatisfaction with breast size and/or shape  low self-perception of physical attractiveness, and attachment anxieties associated with sexuality. These can lead to patients camouflaging the appearance of their breasts with special brassieres or clothing and/or avoiding being seen undressed by others.

In a study just completed called Breast Q, patients reported significant improvements in satisfaction with breasts - 83%, psychosocial well-being- 88% and sexual functioning - 81%.

Visit our website to read more about breast augmentation with Dr. Jack Peterson.

The hand tells all says Dr. Jack Peterson

Look at your hands and you can estimate someones age quite accurately. Thinner skin and prominent veins are a give away to aging.

Radiesse injectable product can be injected into the back of your hands to fill out the volume and improve the plumpness. A microdermabrasion can improve the brown spots and texture.

Beauty and the Breast with Jack Peterson M.D.

When making a decision on breast augmentation and/or breast lift, most patients have gone online and "researched" photos and techniques. Often, this just leads to more confusion. During a consultation with Dr. Peterson, we sit down face to face with our patients and answer all your questions.

We will explain the differences between a saline implant and a silicone gel implant.  Things like cost, warranty and placement options. We have sample implants for you to view.

We will explain how to choose the right implant for your desired look. Round or natural look or how many cup size increase. We have implants for you to try on.

We will explain how it is determined if you need a breast lift after Dr. Peterson measures the amount of excess skin.

Male Breast Reduction in Topeka Kansas

I was asked this question a few days ago.
I am embarrassed to take my shirt off. When I'm at the lake, working out in the gym or playing basketball. Is there something I can do?

This is a condition called gynecomastia. It can be a combination of excess fat or tissue development in one or both breasts. It can happen at any age. In some cases, it is a heredity condition. In other men, it may be hormonal changes, weight loss or gain or the use of certain medications.

Breast reduction for men by Jack Peterson in Topeka uses a surgical approach to remove glandular tissue and excess skin along with  liposuction of excess fatty tissue.  The procedure is relatively simple with little downtime. Male patients tell us they are less self conscious in their fitted shirts and are not embarrassed to go shirtless.

Take charge and take off your swimsuit coverup!

Swimsuit season, sundress season, tanktop season.....Breast augmentation is up 4% nationally from 2010 to 2011.  Don't be left at the edge of the pool in your coverup! Come in for a consultation with Dr. Jack Peterson.

Remember that until June 30, 2012 if you have gel implants you receive free Botox or Latisse for you and a friend.

study reports liposuction and tummy tuck improve quality of life

Liposuction and Tummy tuck improve Quality of life, according to a study reported in Plastic and Reconstructive surgery, the official journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). In a study of 360 patients, 86% reported an improved sense of self-esteem and 70% reported an improved quality of life. The average age was 42 years and was 85% female, 15% male.

98% of patints undergoing liposuction plus abdominoplasty said they would undergo the procedure again and 99% said that they would recommend it to others. Our abdominoplasty procedure with Dr. Jack Peterson includes liposuction of the abdomen as a part of the cosmetic package.