2017

What: Body Shaping Event

When: Tuesday, January 23rd at 6PM

Where: Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, PC
7 Wells Street, Third Floor, Suite 303
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

What You’ll Get: Learn about the “Gold Standard” LipoPerfection^® Liposuction*, and non-invasive fat reduction with truSculpt^® 3D. Join our Medical Spa Staff to learn about your options to shape up for the New Year and beyond. Plus, receive a mini consult and learn about financing options for body contouring treatments.

*Dr. Yarinsky is among only 13 plastic surgeons in the United States offering LipoPerfection^® Liposuction.

Please Note: Body Contouring is designed to contour and shape areas of diet and exercise resistant fat and is not a weight loss technique. Are you no more than 20% above your ideal body weight for your height and have fullness in your abdomen, hips, waistline, thighs, arms, “bra bumps” or a double chin? Do you work out but still have unwanted fat deposits? Want to better fit your clothing and bathing suit? You may be a great candidate for Liposuction or non-invasive, no down-time fat reduction treatments.

R.S.V.P necessary: Limited Seating, you must call us to reserve your spot before Saturday, January 20th.

Call Us Today to R.S.V.P. at (518) 583-4019

Our team at Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, PC is pleased to announce we have added two new options to our trusted menu of medi spa offerings: the ZO^® Skin Health product line and the Livra™ microchanneling – the latest updated type of microneedling. These new skin care options have proven to significantly improve the health and appearance of your skin, and we now offer patients enhanced facial rejuvenation potential with these innovative treatments.

ZO^® Skin Health is a professional-grade skin care line designed to renew the skin and correct a wide range of skin conditions. Founded by Dr. Zein Obagi—who also created Obagi^® Medical—ZO^® Skin Health uses the latest in skin care technology and is the best available medical-grade skin care line. The products are intended for daily routine use to rejuvenate, revitalize, and maintain the health of your skin. ZO^® Skin Health system can benefit patients of every age, skin type, and ethnicity.

The Livra™ system utilizes an innovative microneedling/microchanneling process. This advanced technique can be employed to address a variety of skin concerns—from acne and scars to wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. The process involves creating superficial microperforations in the skin’s surface to stimulate the body’s natural healing with increased collagen production. However, unlike old microneedling techniques that create deeper skin surface damage that prolongs the healing process, Livra™ treats with superficial needling that has been found to produce the same end results with little or no down time! Healthy new skin cells and collagen are produced that reduce the appearance of pores and fine lines, and also reduce or eliminate hyperpigmentation (age spots disappear).

For more information about these great new skin care options, please contact us to schedule your appointment.

Saline implants are one option patients have when planning their breast augmentation. Saline breast implants are FDA-approved for patients 18 years of age or older.

Saline breast implants have been a popular choice among women for decades. They are available in a variety of shapes and sizes, and many of our Saratoga Springs and Albany/Capital District Region patients opt for these types of implants. Saline breast implants made by Mentor^® and Allergan^® are filled with sterile water directly from an IV bag to prevent contamination. This means that, if an implant were to leak or rupture, the saltwater solution would be absorbed by the body. If the saline implant were to deflate, it’s an obvious “flat tire” and the patient can get help quickly. Saline implants come in both “smooth” and “textured” varieties. One of the benefits of saline implants is the fact that, when compared to silicone implants, a smaller incision is typically necessary since the implant is placed in the pocket partially filled, and then completely inflated when in position beneath the muscle; therefore, scarring is generally minimal. However, one of the potential drawbacks of saline breast implants is the possibility that a “rippling” appearance may occur and show through the skin. So saline implants are often a better choice for women who have some degree of their own breast tissue and wish to be larger—like those with a B or C natural cup size who want to upsize. Women with completely flat chests with no breast volume should consider a “gummy bear” gel implant, instead of saline, to get a more natural feeling and looking result.

The IDEAL IMPLANT^® is another popular choice amongst our patients. These implants are created with two capsules of saline (sterile salt water)—one inside the other—and a system of internal baffle shells located between them to provide additional structure. This inner structure can create a more natural fit and feel. The IDEAL IMPLANT^® is currently available only in a smooth version, which can create a very soft feeling. But because of their more involved manufacturing process, these implants cost twice as much as regular saline, which makes having a breast augmentation with “IDEAL” more expensive.

At Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, we offer Natrelle^®, Mentor^®, and the IDEAL IMPLANT^® saline implant options. Dr. Koumanis also offers a full range of Gel filled implants such as Sientra’s “Gummy Bear”. To discover which can best achieve your desired appearance, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Koumanis today. You can also contact our office to ask any questions you might have about breast implants.

Selecting a silicone implant for your breast augmentation may feel overwhelming with the number of options available on the market. With help from our board-certified plastic surgeon, this process can be much more manageable. Dr. Dimitri Koumanis can create a beautiful and natural-looking breast enhancement that meets your aesthetic goals. He is here to help guide you through the selection process in a private consultation. He now uses state-of-the-art Crisalix 3-D imaging so you can preview how great you might look with your choice of brand, shape, and size of implant!

Before deciding that silicone breast implants are right for you, it is important to note that FDA recommends patients must be over 21 years of age for this implant option, unless the implants are being used for reconstruction (such as correcting breast volume asymmetry), or if Dr. Koumanis feels because of your anatomy Gel would be a better choice for providing the results you desire. After you have scheduled a visit with our office, we encourage you to review your silicone implant choices to gain an understanding of their unique benefits. There are two major types of silicone breast implants: traditional silicone implants and gummy bear implants.

The traditional silicone implants that we carry at Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery are made either by Mentor^® or Allergan^® (Natrelle^® and Memory Gel^®). Traditional silicone implants come in both smooth and textured, round and shaped varieties; Dr. Koumanis can speak more about these choices during your consultation. They are comprised of silicone gel that feels much like natural breast tissue. On the rare happenstance that the implant were to leak, the gel should either remain in the shell of the implant or within the breast implant pocket. This occurrence would not necessarily mean that the implant would “collapse.”

Another silicone breast implant option that more patients than ever select is the “gummy bear” implant. These implants are created from a thick, form-stable gel. If the implants were to rupture, their shape should remain intact. Gummy bear implants feel firmer to the touch and are not typically prone to causing a “rippling” appearance. Dr. Koumanis considers the Sientra^® brand “Gummy Bear” gel-filled implant to be the best in the business, due to having the lowest chance of rupture and the best available deflation warranty. Sientra^® implants are available in shaped and round versions, in both textured and smooth surfaces. Speak with Dr. Koumanis about which would be best for your anatomy at your consultation visit.

Knowing the characteristics of each silicone implant type can narrow down the options during the selection process. It’s really too complicated to choose the right implant for you without an in-depth consultation with an expert surgeon like Dr. Koumanis. If you have any questions that we did not address in our blog, please contact us today. We look forward to helping you schedule a consultation with Dr. Koumanis.

What: truSculpt^® Event at Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, PC, featuring new truSculpt^® 3D noninvasive body contouring fat removal
When: Tuesday, October 3rd 5:30 – 7PM
Where: 7 Wells Street, Suite 303, Saratoga Springs, NY
Hosted by: Steven Yarinsky, MD, board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in Cosmetic Medicine and Cosmetic Surgery

At Our Event:

• Learn about liposuction versus truSculpt^® 3D
• Enjoy light refreshments
• Enter a drawing for Nectifirm^® Cream. Bring a friend & receive an extra ticket for event drawing!
• Event only special pricing: Receive Endermologie treatment with purchase of truSculpt^® 3D treatment.

Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, PC is the only medical practice within 75 miles of Albany, NY offering state-of-the-art, non-invasive fat removal body shaping with truSculpt^® 3D.

With truSculpt^® 3D, lose up to 24% of fat in an area with each treatment and no down time! All areas of the body and neckline (double chin) can be treated.

Space is limited. Please RSVP by 10AM on 10/2/2017 by calling (518) 583-4019.

On Tuesday, September 19 at 5:30 PM, join us for our “Enhance Your Natural Beauty” event to look your best now, for the holidays, and beyond! Attendees will enjoy special event pricing, facial rejuvenation demonstrations, and live treatment demonstrations. Plus, enter our drawing for the chance to win a free Ultherapy^® brow lift, lip line treatment, or Xeomin^® wrinkle relaxer treatment! See the image below for details and call (518) 583-4019 to reserve your spot today!

Aesthetic technology company, Cutera^® recently announced the launch of truSculpt^® 3D, an advancement in non-surgical fat removal and body contouring technology designed to enhance the truSculpt^® platform. In an effort to improve the body sculpting results and patient experience associated with truSculpt^®, Cutera^® developed truSculpt^® 3D, which offers the following benefits:

• Up to four areas can be treated within the span of an hour session (15 minutes per treatment area).
• Up to 24 percent fat reduction following a single treatment session
• Optimal temperature regulation delivers uniform treatment
• Treatment is customizable to meet each patient’s unique body contouring needs
• Allows for effective treatment of larger areas than previous technology
• A single truSculpt^® 3D treatment can accomplish the same fat reduction as two or three of the regular truSculpt^® treatments

Our plastic surgeon has had great success with the truSculpt^® treatment and is proud to now offer the advantages of truSculpt^® 3D to his patients.

About truSculpt^® 3D Treatment

This non-surgical, non-invasive body sculpting treatment requires no downtime and can reduce fat and the appearance of cellulite. You can usually resume your regular activities right after your treatment. The RF energy emitted through the truSculpt^® 3D handpiece heats subcutaneous fat (directly below the skin) and destroys fat cells, which are then broken down and eliminated through natural metabolic processes. Common treatment areas can include the abdomen, love handles, back, buttocks, thighs, arms, and chin. For optimal results, we may recommend a series of treatments for maximum fat reduction and a leaner, more sculpted appearance.

If you would like to learn more about truSculpt^® 3D, we encourage you to contact our practice to schedule a consultation.