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Celebrating 20 Years of Artistry, Beauty and Experience
This year marks a milestone for The Adams-Seckel Center. As always,
I am committed to providing people with straightforward and honest information
about how to look better and feel better. You need to know the facts about
the options that are available, especially procedures affecting your face,
breasts and body. This newsletter is dedicated to providing you with current
information and the opportunity to learn more about different aspects
of improving your appearance. I believe, however, that it is important
to consider your overall health. That is why you'll see references to
lifestyle choices, diet, and exercise as vital components to maximizing
the effectiveness of any treatments you receive at The Adams-Seckel Center. I
hope you enjoy this newsletter, and we welcome your comments and suggestions.
This Issue:
The Adams-Seckel Center Launches Appreciation
Program
Reverse the Appearance of Aging Skin Without Surgery
Methods for Treating Fat
Questions and Answers
Save the Date
Come and hear from Dr. Adams about a variety of procedures for treating
fat — from liposuction to massage.
Thursday, May 20
Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Boston, MA
Space is limited, so register today by calling 617.262.2208
The Adams-Seckel Center Launches
Appreciation Program
Starting immediately, patients who refer prospective patients to The Adams-Seckel
Center will receive a collection of our beauty products with our compliments,
and appreciation! Simply ask them to mention your name, and we will send
you your free gift.
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Reverse the Appearance of Aging
Skin Without Surgery
There is now a very effective method of restoring healthier and younger-looking
skin regardless of age, color or skin type without electing a surgical
procedure. If you are bothered by blemish-prone skin, wrinkles, sun damage
or pigmentation problems, then you may be interested in learning more
about this process.
In addition to treating fine lines and wrinkles on your face, the Obagi
BLUE PEEL can also be used on your neck, chest, hands, back, arms and
legs for a variety of problems including laxity and pigmentation problems.
Many of our patients experience positive results from the Obagi BLUE PEEL.
It is a medical procedure that lightly peels the skin in a controlled
manner. In some cases, it can produce the same or better result as deeper
chemical peels or laser treatments.
Let us know if you would like to schedule
a consultation or attend our next information session to learn more about
this process.
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Methods for Treating Fat
There are three main methods for treating fat. The first is Ultrasonic
Liposuction (UAL). This is when fat is actually sucked out of the body.
The second is to surgically resculpt the area. And the third method is
to treat the top layer, or what is commonly referred to as the "cellulite
problem" using Subdermal Therapy.
Ultrasonic Liposuction
Unlike regular suctioning, where the surgeon has to physically go
back and forth to break up and suction out the fat, UAL breaks up the
fat with sound waves. Ultrasonic Liposuction allows the surgeon to reestablish
the fat that is left behind. This is important because the real issue
is not how much fat has been taken out, but the resulting contour of the
skin. One of the main benefits of UAL is that it allows the surgeon to
redrape the remaining fat and skin over the bone structure in an aesthetically
pleasing manner.
UAL also allows more precise control. And it reduces physical stress--both
on the patient and doctor. Another advantage to this method is that it
leaves no shearing and tearing, so almost any area of the body can be
treated. In addition, larger volumes of fat can be removed because the
amount of blood loss with this method is much less.
After the fat is removed, there are procedures that are performed to help
reconstruct and raconteur the body. Some of them are: face/necklifts,
breast lifts, tummy tucks, thigh, buttock and upper arm lifts. All of
these procedures involve reconteuring the skin and redraping the fat.
Subdermal Therapy
Originally developed in France for physical therapy, doctors found
that it also decreased the appearance of cellulite.
The Subdermal Therapy machine gently moves over the skin creating a suction
which gently lifts the dermal layer from the herniated fat and gently
massages it. This increases circulation and stimulates the deep layers
of fat. When this happens some fat cells get destroyed and the rest are
absorbed back into the system. Treatments work best when a body suit specifically
designed for this treatment is worn. The suit allows the machine to pass
smoothly over the skin and provides optimal privacy and hygiene for the
patient.
The frequency of treatments and maintenance schedule will depend on your
individual needs. This type of regime does require a long-term commitment
to obtain optimum results. Most patients require Subdermal Therapy twice
a week for 6 to 8 weeks and then monthly for 6 to 12 months. After that,
you can expect to come in periodically every 2 to 3 months.
The Facts About Fat
As we all know, the issue of weight loss can be very frustrating.
If you are one of those people that exercise, diet, and still can't lose
weight, then chances are that your fat distribution is genetic. So the
question is, what can you do about it? We all want something simple to
help us improve our appearance. If you have a true fat problem, then you
have to treat all the affected areas. This includes the underlying fat,
the skeletal structure and the skin. Sometimes when just the fat is removed,
you may be left with sagging skin. And in some cases, it is best to surgically
reconstruct and re-contour the body in addition to removing the fat. You
are more likely to achieve a result you will be pleased with if you take
a holistic approach for treating the affected area(s).
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Questions and Answers:
Q: What is cellulite?
A: Cellulite is a disturbance of the fatty tissue that lies just beneath
the skin. That fat herniates up into the skin and produces a dimpling
effect. It often appears in fatty areas of the body like the buttocks
and outer thighs.
Q: Why are more women affected than men?
A: Women tend to have more cellulite than men because they have long
fibrous bands of tissue fibers with fat coming up into it, causing uneven
support of the skin. This is what makes the skin dimple and sometimes
even bulge. Men tend to have a more supportive criss-cross structure of
tissue fiber beneath the skin and fat. This supportive structure is one
of the reasons men don't get cellulite as often.
Q: How can I optimize the results of aesthetic
treatments and procedures?
A: I'm not going to tell you anything you haven't heard before. Some
of the best ways to enhance your appearance include drinking at least
6 to 8 glasses of water a day, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, exercise
regularly, and eat a well balanced diet low in fat. There are also many
dietary supplements that can assist the body to cleanse itself. You just
need to be careful, and learn the facts about any supplements that you
consider. You also need to take care of your skin with beauty products
that are appropriate for your condition.
If you have a question that you would like answered you
can contact us via our Web site or
write to:
The Adams-Seckel Center for Aesthetic Surgery, P. C.
18 Newbury Street, 4th floor
Boston, MA 02116
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