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Ever wonder what the most common cosmetic procedures are?
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, during 2010 in the United States, the five most frequently performed invasive cosmetic surgery procedure were breast augmentation, then nose reshaping, then eyelid surgery, liposuction and tummy tuck.
The top five minimally invasive procedures nationwide last year were Botulinum Toxin Type A (BOTOX®), followed by soft tissue fillers, then chemical peel, laser hair removal and microdermabrasion.
Spotlight on: Jennifer Garrity RN, BSN, nurse injector (recently married, previously Jennifer Carey)
Services she offers: Injections of Botox for facial rejuvenation and dermal fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane and Sculptra, which replace facial volume that is lost with age. Botox and Dysport relax facial muscles to give a more rested and refreshed look.
Joined Vinings Surgery Center in: 2005
What she loves most about what she does: “I love the relationships that I acquire with my clients. We get to know each other and work together to help them achieve their desired goals.”
What she hopes her clients gain from treatment: “I want my clients to feel like they still look natural. They love when people tell them, ‘I don’t know what your doing, but you look great.’ When I hear this, I know that we are on the right track.”
Favorite things to do for fun: “I love spending time with my friends and family, especially my husband and dogs. We are looking forward to football season in the fall. Go DAWGS! I also enjoy running and yoga.”
Come meet Jennifer in person! For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 770-955-9000 or email vsc@colgrove.com.
Sculptra® Aesthetic is a long-lasting treatment used for the restoration and/or correction of facial fat loss. Sculptra® Aesthetic is 
injected below the skin to plump up areas of fat loss, such as skin indentations, hollow eyes, and sunken cheeks. Sculptra® Aesthetic is used to correct shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds which are treated with the appropriate injection technique.
Sculptra® Aesthetic is suitable for:
Q: What is Sculptra® Aesthetic ?
A: Sculptra® Aesthetic , or injectable poly-L-lactic acid, is different from traditional fillers. It replaces lost collagen by treating the underlying causes of the signs of facial aging. It can give you noticeable results that emerge subtly and can provide a more youthful-looking appearance that can last up to 2 years. Of course, individual results may vary. Sculptra® Aesthetic provides structure that lets your new look emerge more discreetly. And because it works gradually, you can get noticeable yet natural-looking results.
Q: How does Sculptra® Aesthetic work?
A: Facial collagen loss is a key factor in an aging appearance. Collagen acts as a support structure for your skin. As time goes on, collagen isn’t replaced as readily as it once was. Sculptra® Aesthetic begins to work within the deep dermis, where your skin’s structure is reinforced as it helps to replace lost collagen. This reinforced collagen structure provides a foundation that gradually restores the look of fullness of facial wrinkles and folds that have depleted over time.
Q: The TV commercial/print ad mentioned natural, gradual results. Can you tell me more?
A: Sculptra® Aesthetic takes time to gradually replace lost collagen and can give you a more refined, natural-looking, youthful appearance. Sculptra® Aesthetic is designed to give you noticeable results that emerge subtly. The gradual results won’t give you away. If you want a look that’s not obvious and doesn’t look like you’ve had work done, then Sculptra® Aesthetic may be a good option for you. Unlike other injectable treatments, Sculptra® Aesthetic gradually replaces lost collagen. The gradual results are natural looking and can last up to 2 years. Of course, individual results may vary. We can arrange for our Aesthetic Nurse to determine if Sculptra® Aesthetic may be right for you. We will want to determine if you are allergic to any of the Sculptra® Aesthetic ingredients or if you are prone to scarring or keloid formation, which is the overgrowth of collagen at the site of an injury.
Q: What can I expect after treatment?
A: After your first treatment, it may appear that Sculptra® Aesthetic worked immediately because of the swelling from the injections and water used to dilute the product. In a few days, after your body absorbs the water and the swelling goes down, you may look as you did before the treatment. Be patient, Sculptra® Aesthetic takes time to work without looking like you’ve had work done.
Q: How many treatments are required and how much will it cost?
A: Sculptra® Aesthetic treatment cost varies according to individual patient needs. The total cost will depend in part on the number of visits needed and the amount of Sculptra® Aesthetic required. During your consultation, our Nurse will give you a facial assessment and we can provide you with an estimate. The length of time required to complete treatment, and the amount of Sculptra® Aesthetic needed differs for each person. Our nurse will create a regimen that works to meet the unique needs of your face. On average, 3 treatments are given over a period of a few months. An average patient in our practice receives 2 vials, for 3-4 treatments. Each treatment is usually approximately 6 weeks apart. When considering cost, it’s also useful to consider how long specific treatments will last. With Sculptra® Aesthetic , the results can last up to 2 years. Of course, results and treatment sessions vary per patient. But, while considering your options, the length of time you’ll enjoy the results can be weighed along with the cost of treatment.
Q: What are the possible side effects of Sculptra® Aesthetic ?
A: Important Safety Information for Sculptra® Aesthetic :
You should not use Sculptra® Aesthetic if you are allergic to any ingredient of the product or have a history of keloid formation or hypertrophic scarring. It should not be injected while you have an active skin infection or inflammation in the treatment area and should not be injected into the red area of the lip. Use in the skin near the eyes is not recommended. Side effects may include injection site discomfort, redness, bruising, bleeding, itching and swelling. Other side effects may include small lumps under the skin that are sometimes noticeable when pressing on the treated area. Larger lumps, some with delayed onset with or without inflammation or skin discoloration, have also been reported. In the clinical studies the numbers of small and larger lumps were low and most resolved without treatment.
Learn more about Sculptra® Aesthetic at Vinings Surgery Center here.
Come see us at Vinings Surgery Center and take advantage of our current special on Restylane® and Perlane®. For a limited time, when you buy two syringes you’ll get one free! Restrictions apply.
Want to learn more about how these two products work? Here’s more from the Restylane® website:
“Restylane adds volume and fullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth (nasolabial folds). Restylane works immediately by adding volume to smooth away wrinkles. A clear gel formulation of hyaluronic acid, Restylane is specifically formulated to act like your body’s own hyaluronic acid. So, you can use Restylane to visibly reduce moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds for a younger-looking you. Biocompatible with the human body, Restylane is eventually broken down naturally.
Just like Restylane, Perlane adds volume and fullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth (nasolabial folds). Like Restylane, Perlane is a clear gel formulation of hyaluronic acid that is specifically formulated to add fullness like your body’s own hyaluronic acid. What makes Perlane different is the average size of the particles and the depth of injection. On average, the gel particles in Perlane are larger than those in Restylane, which makes Perlane a good choice for wrinkles that benefit from a deeper injection into the skin. In three clinical studies of 150 patients each, on average 70% of patients maintained improvement for six months after just one Perlane treatment.”
Welcome to the blog of plastic surgeon Robert A Colgrove, Jr., M.D. Located in Atlanta, Dr. Colgrove’s Vinings Surgery Center is an AAAASF Accredited Surgery Facility where plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery, and reconstructive surgery is performed on an outpatient basis. We offer an environment uniquely qualified to provide a comfortable, yet professional atmosphere while you receive the highest quality medical care. Every member of our medical and support team has been chosen for their caring attitudes as well as their professional credentials.
We feel an informed patient goes into surgery with more confidence and realistic expectations. From breast implants to tummy tucks, information is conveyed by viewing educational videos, reading descriptive pamphlets, reviewing before and after photographs of patients who have had a similar surgery, and having a detailed consultation which usually includes computer video imaging. Our goal is to ensure that your experience is optimally pleasant and beneficial to your health and well being.
Please take a minute to explore our website to learn more about us and the services we can offer you. Whether your interest is in Facelift Surgery, or a Facial Filler, hopefully this site will answer some basic questions for you, but we encourage you to contact us today and schedule your free initial consultation. This will allow us to use our expertise to give you the attention you deserve.
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