Record Number of Patients Seek Laser Surgery to Take Years Off

New trends reveal that laser technology is steering the future of the cosmetic surgery industry. The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS), a leader in the cosmetic surgery industry, conducted its annual Procedural Survey and the most notable finding is the shift towards non-invasive laser treatments.

Over the past three years, cosmetic surgeons have seen a significant increase in both males (456%) and females (215%) electing to have laser resurfacing. Laser resurfacing is performed with a "super-pulsed" carbon dioxide (CO2) laser to minimize wrinkles and lines on the face. In addition, laser hair removal has jumped to the overall number two most performed non-invasive cosmetic procedure.

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Introducing Obagi

The Clevens Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery is pleased to announce the addition of Obagi Skin Care to the skin care lines we offer. Obagi is one of the most recognized names globally in skin health care and the preferred choice of Physicians around the world for prescription-strength product lines that transform skin.  The Obagi Nu-Derm System, a physician-prescribed skin care system, accelerates the cellular turnover. This System penetrates deep to improve damage in layers of the skin. It boosts functions of the skin at the cellular level to improve skin's cellular function to help it look and act younger and healthier.

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Choosing a Plastic Surgeon

Three words summarize the most important characteristics to look for when choosing a cosmetic or plastic surgeon: qualifications, experience and comfort.

1. Qualifications count - Medical professionals in the United States have well-defined, stringent requirements for their professional training in every specialty. Any licensed physician can call himself or herself a cosmetic surgeon, so the importance of finding a properly trained and certified provider is critical. Plastic surgeons are accredited by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (www.abplsurg.org) and Facial Plastic Surgeons are accredited by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (www.abfprs.org). These Boards are dedicated exclusively to the board certification of qualified individuals.   If you're considering breast or body surgery, check www.abplsurg.org  to make sure the surgeon you are considering is board-certified. If considering facial surgery, you'll want to check www.abfprs.org to make certain the surgeon you are considering is a board certified specialist in facial surgery.

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