Freshen Your Skin With Our Fall Newsletter Specials

Fall is approaching bringing cooler temperatures, school activities and football season.  It is a very busy time of year and an opportunity to erase the signs of summer. Most laser and light therapies cannot be utilized on skin that is tan, so fall is the perfect time of year to treat photo-damaged skin and hyperpigmentation. Check out our fall newsletter that is filled with advice you can trust in today's world of beauty. Take a look and you will find:

• Skin Care Company Spotlight – Avène Skin Care 
• CPRS News and Updates
• Fall specials including savings on Avène D-Pigment, Revision Skincare Nectifirm, GlyMed Plus AHA Accelerator and microdermabrasion.

So be sure to check out our newsletter chocked full of news, information and helpful tips!

Call our office to order products or schedule your next appointment at 734-712-2323

Summer Vacation Travel Essentials for the Skin

When heading out on summer vacation, whether to the beach house or for a simple day outdoors it is easy to remember your bottled water, swimsuit, sunblock and a good book, but what about the other "must-have's" for optimal summer fun and safety when on summer vacation? Cosmetically-speaking, a beach vacation requires more than a bottle of sunblock in your bag. Take a look at the summer travel essentials from two of the skin care specialists at CPRS, they are perfect to keep on hand so that you look good basking in the sun, sand and surf throughout the year!

“When I travel I’m very conscience about sun exposure, especially during the summer months. I always bring my Intellishade SPF 45 from Revision Skincare for sun protection, moisture, antioxidants and sheer foundation in one easy step. I also pack my Avene Moisturizing Self Tanner so I can have the bronzed look of sun-kissed skin while keeping my skin hydrated. It allows me to avoid the damage of the sun, but still look tan in a swimsuit. Since I have 2 small children, entertaining the kids is a priority. I always have an ipod touch for each of them filled with games and of course, kid friendly snacks are essential to keep them happy."

~ Myken Swaithes, Medical Skin Care Specialist

 “I always try to avoid checking a bag when traveling by air, which is a always a challenge. Not because of excess shoes and clothing, but because of the liquid and gel regulations. I save all of my sample jars, refill them with my staples and stuff as many as possible into a 1-quart Ziplock baggie. I will sometimes risk the surprise of hotel shampoos and body lotions if I run out of room, but I will NOT substitute my skin care. In the summer I always travel with my Stem Cell Serum Plus to brighten and lightly hydrate dry skin as well as provide extra protection from environmental damage. I also pack my Chocolate Masque from GlyMed Plus to provide relief from excess heat or sun exposure and revive tired skin. I carry my beach bag on the plane instead of a purse, pack one pair of great sunglasses, and bring my iPad loaded with music, movies and a couple of good books.” 

~ Gina Thompson, Medical Skin Care Specialist

So this summer, when heading out for summer vacation, include a trip into CPRS for refills on any of these and the many other great skin-care essentials. Your skin will thank you for it. 

Aesthetic Services Expand to Satellite Locations

Since our Aesthetic department is growing, the expansion of Aesthetic offerings to some of our satellite locations seemed logical, especially since our physicians are already seeing patients in these locations. Therefore it is our pleasure to announce expanded offerings of services:

• Brighton location - For convenience, patients can now get Botox, Dysport and dermal filler treatments with Lynda Chase on the 1st and 3rd Monday afternoon's each month. 
• Chelsea location - Massage therapy is now available with Sue Cochrane on Wednesday mornings.

As we continue to grow, it is likely we will expand further, keep reading for more great news in the future.

Summer 2013 Newsletter

Read the summer issue of True Beauty today.

Summer is finally here and so is our newsletter packed with advice you can trust in today's world of beauty. In this issue you'll find: 



• Skin Care Company Spotlight – Revision Skincare 
• Summer skin care accessories 
• Summer specials including savings on Revision Intellishade SPF 45, GlyMed Plus Chocolate Masque, Avene Self-Tanning Lotion and the DermaSound Elite Illuminating Facial. 

Be sure to read our entire True Beauty newsletter today, you won't be disappointed.

Botox Days are Back at CPRS

Happy Mother’s Day!

Botox days are back by popular demand and they are bigger than ever!  This is our lowest price of the year and it is for 3 DAYS ONLY.  Take advantage of $75 off* your next Botox treatment.  In addition, we are offering $75 off* Juvederm and a 20% savings** on most of our professional skin care products. Our special event in honor of Mother’s Day is on Wednesday 5/8, Thursday 5/9 and Friday 5/10.  Call today to schedule your appointment with Lynda, Jenny or Nancy at 734-712-2323.

Please stop by our Aesthetic Suite 5008 between 10 am and 4 pm during this 3-day event to celebrate with us. Party favors include:

• 20% off** Professional skin care products plus save on Latisse when you buy 2 for $200 (save $40)
• RAFFLE ITEMS*** Professional Skin care products ($100 value) and a DermaSound illuminating skin care treatment ($125 value)
• Advice from our Aesthetic representatives
• Skin Care samples and light refreshments
• The latest New Beauty magazine
• Plus, sign up for our NEW Aesthetics Loyalty Program and earn DOUBLE points for all skin care products purchased.

Don't miss out! Limited appointment times are available and fill up quickly. Please call today to schedule your appointment or pre-order your products at 734-712-2323.  Skin care products can be picked up at Suite 5008 or they can be shipped out to you the week of May 8th. Treat yourself or the special mom in your life with these special savings!

*Offer good only on 5/8, 5/9 and 5/10.  The Botox discount is good for $75 off per area (maximum 2 areas).  The Juvederm discount is good for $75 off per syringe (maximum 2 syringes).  Due to the time constraints of the event and our goal to treat as many loyal clients as possible, the amount of time allowed for each appointment will be limited. The discounts are not applicable towards previous treatments.  Not valid with other discounts or offers.

**Not valid with other discounts or offers.  Some restrictions apply.  Discounts good on 5/8, 5/9 and 5/10.  Certain products are excluded from this offer.

***You must come by during the event to be eligible for the raffle items.

Revision Skincare at CPRS: New Product Line

Revision Skincare has been providing clinically proven, high-performing skincare products to physicians for over 25 years. Using only the purest, most efficacious ingredients, the Revision Skincare collection was formulated to provide targeted solutions for enhancing the skin’s appearance and reducing the signs of aging. CPRS is excited to incorporate a few innovative products from Revision Skincare to complement our existing supply of high-quality, physician-grade skin care products.

“I recommend Intellishade to my clients because of its superior protection against environmental exposure and additional corrective benefits. I personally use this product every day. I love the healthy glow from the soft tint and believe that its combination of high quality ingredients makes it one of the best beauty balms on the market today.” Myken Swaithes, Medical Skin Care Specialist

Intellishade SPF 45 Retail Price: $48.00

This anti-aging tinted moisturizer with sunscreen gives skin a touch of sheer, healthy color. It brightens the skin with Vitamin C, provides the skin with broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection and reduces the appearance of fine lines and pore size.

Teamine Eye Complex Retail Price: $68.00

Teamine Eye Complex was formulated to effectively address dark circles in multiple ways with a variety of ingredients including Vitamin K and grape seed oil. It also helps smooth the look of fine lines, brightens the eye area and improves puffiness. This multi-tasking eye cream is a top seller at Revision Skincare and is perfect for most skin types. If you are new to this product, use it only once a day to start with and then step up to twice a day. This product is very active and effective. You need only a very small amount!

Lumiquin Hand Treatment Retail Price: $48.00

Create younger-looking hands while you sleep with Lumiquin Hand Treatment. This advanced formula contains ingredients including; licorice root extract, Vitamin C, shea butter and CoQ10 to lighten dark spots, brighten the skin, add volume to the surface of the hands and provide rich hydration. Keep Lumiquin on your nightstand and apply to the back of your hands every night before bed. It works best if it has at least a few hours to settle in without washing it off.

“My clients ask about effective products to treat aging hands all the time. I love this formulation that combines powerful ingredients to take years off your hands. I have used it every night for a couple of weeks and I can already see a difference. It feels wonderful and it really works.” Gina Thompson, Medical Skin Care Specialist

Also, NEW from Revision Skincare:

Nectifirm - Retail Price: $65.00
Firming Night Treatment - Retail Price: $58.00
Vitamin C 15% - Retail Price: $65.00
Vitamin C 20% - Retail Price: $95.00
Black Mask - Retail Price: $32.00

Ask about REVISION SKINCARE at your next visit and earn points with our NEW Aesthetics Loyalty Program for every dollar spent!

Don't forget to take advantage of our spring specials: Take 20% off all Laser Hair Reduction and save on skin care products for complete EYE renewal including Avene Retrinal Eyes for $36 (save $8) and GlyMed Plus Eye Calm for $30 (save $8).

To schedule your next treatment or order products, please call our office at 734-712-2323.

Meet The CPRS Injector Team!

The Aesthetics team at the Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery is growing. We are excited to offer Botox, Dysport and dermal filler treatments 5 days a week to fulfill the increasing demand for facial enhancements. Lynda Chase, Jenny Grybas and Nancy Rohlfs comprise our professional injector team. Collectively this team of registered nurses has over 65 years of experience.

“We are excited to expand our Aesthetics team with three very experienced nurses. Their knowledge of facial anatomy from their days in the operating room combined with each of their natural Aesthetic abilities is creating beautiful results for our patients.”

~CPRS surgeons

All of the Aesthetic services at CPRS are supervised by our board certified plastic surgeons after each provider has completed advanced training to ensure the safety and proficiency of every procedure. The comprehensive training of our injector team included individualized, hands-on education with Aesthetic Advancements, Inc. (AAI). The clinical faculty of this professional organization has over 260 years of experience in the field of medical aesthetics and is a leading resource for quality education to licensed medical professionals nationwide. We are proud to have utilized the best education in the country in order to assure the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Please call our office to schedule an appointment for your next Aesthetic treatment at 734-712-2323.

SPECIAL OFFER: Sign up for our NEW Aesthetics Loyalty Program at your next visit and earn 500 loyalty points (value $25) automatically when you book a Botox, Dysport or dermal filler treatment in the month of April. Learn more about our Aesthetics Loyalty Program.

Announcing the New CPRS Aesthetics Loyalty Program

Earn points for every aesthetic product  & service
purchase  with the Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Aesthetic Loyalty program.

The Center for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is excited to announce a new Aesthetics Loyalty Program! Patients can now earn points for every Aesthetic product and service purchased - the points can be redeemed for credit towards future purchases. There is no cost to join, so be sure to sign up at your next visit.

Once you sign up for the Aesthetics Loyalty Program, you will earn 1 point for every $1 you spend. Once you earn 500 points, you will receive a $25 credit that you can use towards your next Aesthetics purchase. We appreciate your past loyalty to our practice and we want to reward you for your future allegiance.

Our goal is to provide our patients with the most advanced Aesthetic technology and progressive skin care science with highly skilled and experienced technicians. The Aesthetics team is supported by our board certified plastic surgeons and our entire practice is growing to accommodate the increasing demand. We appreciate your business over the years and continued loyalty. Thank you!

For complete details and restrictions of the CPRS Aesthetics Loyalty Program please be sure to visit our website.

Read the CPRS Spring Newsletter: Skin Care, Eye Renewal, Specials

Spring is approaching and warmer temperatures are on the way. It is almost time to store the turtlenecks, heavy coats, and boots! Spring is a time for renewal and Aesthetic products and treatments can help renew your skin as we prepare to wear more skin revealing clothing. Check out our spring newsletter that is filled with advice you can trust in today's world of beauty. Take a look and you will find:

• Skin Care Company Spotlight – SkinCeuticals
• Complete Eye Renewal
• Spring specials including savings on skin care products for the eyes and Laser Hair Reduction.

So be sure to check out our spring newsletter chocked full of news, information and helpful tips!

Call our office to order products or schedule your next appointment at 734-712-2323.

CPRS Welcomes Medical Aesthetician Myken Swaithes

We are proud to announce that Medical Aesthetician Myken Swaithes has joined the CPRS Aesthetic team. She has nearly 10 years of experience and specializes in the treatment of acne, pigmentation and aging skin. Myken’s extensive formal training and progressive approach makes her a perfect addition to our growing team. Please call our office to schedule an appointment with Myken at 734-712-2323 for any of the following services:

• Chemical Peels and Dermaplaning
• DermaSound Ultrasonic Facials
• Laser Hair Reduction
• Photo Facials and Pixel Resurfacing
• Microdermabrasion
• Skin Care Consultations

"I am thrilled to join the Aesthetic team at the Center for Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, where I will be working collaboratively with skilled cosmetic surgeons to achieve optimal results. I look forward to building trusted relationships with patients to create healthy, beautiful skin."

Myken will be working closely with Gina Thompson, who has provided skin care services for the practice for over 15 years.

Myken will be working Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and Gina’s schedule will remain the same with skin care services provided Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Learn more about Myken.

Please call to schedule your appointment today at 734.712.2323.

Bridalplasty: Plastic Surgery to Prepare for the Big Day

After seeing several articles and new stories about Bridalplasty recently, I thought it might be appropriate to ask our surgeons about their thoughts on the procedure. "Bridalplasy," or plastic surgery requested by brides in anticipation of their wedding day, can include any number of plastic surgery procedures from tummy tucks, to liposuction, nose reshaping, Botox or other filler injections or even microdermabrasion treatments. Many times Bridalplasty includes several procedures at the same time, and some brides even spend more money on bridalplasy plastic surgery than on their entire wedding.

I asked Dr. Daniel Sherick his thoughts on this trend.

"I have certainly had patients who have come in for rhinoplasty, liposuction, or breast augmentation operations in anticipation of their weddings. All of these patients have had long standing concerns about various body features that were present long before they became brides. It is certainly appropriate to address these issues for life long happiness. I want to caution Brides, and patients in general to give themselves enough time to recover from procedures scheduled before such important life events as weddings. Also, make sure that your motivations including a real desire to change some aspect of your appearance for yourself, and not just so that the photos will be perfect in your wedding album."

I like Dr. Sherick's final statement - To have plastic surgery for yourself! For the perfect wedding photo album pictures I suggest the many filters and Photoshop techniques available.

Skincare Products for Your Comfort This Winter

Happy New Year! As we enter 2013, we wanted to share with you some of the additions we have made to our Aesthetic services for your comfort.

Zimmer Chiller – The Zimmer Cryo Chiller was created to optimize patient comfort during Aesthetic treatments. We are excited about the addition of this advanced cold air-cooling system to our practice. Our laser technicians have been using the Zimmer routinely for IPL treatments with rave reviews and have also utilized the system for laser hair reduction.

Artiste – The Artiste Assisted Injection System is an advanced technology that uses air pressure instead of thumb pressure to control the injection process with pin-point precision. Our injectors use Artiste with a variety of dermal fillers to deliver better results with fewer side effects. Optimal precision and accuracy can result in a smoother application of volumizing products with fewer injections and minimal bruising.

Table Warmer – Our massage tables are all equipped with table warmers. Since our clients love them so much, we have added one to our skin care table as well. The warming table cover keeps the chill away and adds to the comfort of your skin care treatment. Enjoy the added relaxing warmth during your next microdermabrasion, facial peel or DermaSound treatment.

For your skin – Don’t forget to comfort your skin with moisturizing products to calm, hydrate and protect against the harsh effects of winter. Try:

• GlyMed Plus Cell Protection Balm is an all-purpose barrier repair balm that soothes extra-dry skin and chapped lips. It can be used anywhere on the face or body including the hands and feet.
• GlyMed Plus Intense Peptide Complex is perfect for all over hydration, redness reduction and softer, more youthful skin. It can be used alone or layered with other treatment products day or night.
• Bella Des Vanilla Coconut Lip Balm is a wonderful staple to carry in your purse for relief of dry, chapped winter lips.

Also, treat yourself to a DermSound Brightening Chocolate Facial for just $75* (save $50). This Ultrasonic facial is a wonderful solution for dehydrated winter skin.

*Offer good now through 2/28/13.