Today we tried out the Keller Funnel which is a great tool that allows me to place a silicone gel implant through a very small incision.  Additionally and perhaps more important, the implants is placed directly into the funnel, and then via the funnel is placed directly inside the pocket without ever being touched by the skin, of the breast.  Why is this important?  One of the theories that  we have about capsular contracture is that low grade infections from bacteria on the skin are the initial trigger for the development of contracture.  By using the Keller Funnel, we completely eliminate even the potential for skin contamination using the “no touch” technique.  Friends of mine who use this report a 0% contracture rate.  While my rate of contracture is extraordinarily low already, I am always in search of ways that we can continue to improve on excellence.

I’ve been very pleased with the ease of use and utility of the Keller Funnel in my case today, and I’m planning on using it next week for several more breast implant operations.  I’ll be happy to discuss this with anyone who has questions about this new addition to my technique… just give a call to the office and I’ll let you know what it’s all about!

Now at Montecito Plastic Surgery… Montecito Medical Spa!

Check out the new additions to the web site, including information on our two Clinical Aesthetic Nurse Specialists, Susanne and Wendy.

Also on the site find information about Botox, Dermal Fillers, and Chemical Peels.  Also new- our ZO Skin Care product line with fantastic next generation technology from Dr. Obagi.

Better yet, see our page on ArqueDerma- the “threadlift” procedure that gives amazing rejuvenative results using Juviderm rather than surgery.  Our in office before and after photos are amazing!

And the Best for last- LOTS of information on our non-invasive treatments, CoolSculpting fat reduction and Ultherapy facial tightening.  With Ultherapy we are seeing improvements in facial skin, fine lines, neck redundancy, brow lifting- there are SO many facial applications for this technology we are excited about.  Finally with Ultherapy there is even a treatment for the lines around the mouth so many of you have been asking for!

Call the office today for more information about any of these services 805-969-9004

Check out Dr. Lowenstein’s feature discussion about facial surgery and CoolSculpting in 805 Living Magazine!

I am very pleased to be able to offer a new non-invasive and non-surgical option for patients who may be considering facial rejuvenation- Ultherapy.  Ultherapy is a non-surgical face treatment that uses ultrasound to actually lift and tone loose or sagging skin without any surgery or downtime.  Ultherapy is the only non-invasive treatment that can specifically target the deep foundation tissue below the skin that is typically addressed in a face lift, without surgery.

Patients who are starting to think about a face lift in Santa Barbara but who might not be quite ready to commit to surgery will love the undeniable improvement we can now provide with Ultherapy.  Improved contours of the jowl and jawline, the cheek and the neck can all be obtained without the down-time associated with a surgical procedure.  While it is important to remember that Ultherapy is unlikely to provide the degree of improvement that we can expect with facial surgery, patients are seeing excellent results with less cost and no down time.

Ultherapy is effectively being used in lifting the brow and therefore secondarily improving excess skin in the upper eyelid.  Additionally, treatment of the face and neck can provide improvement of tissue excess in the neck and/or refining of the jowl and jawline as can be seen in the following examples.  Click on each pair to see full photos of the before to after effect:

Once again, another feature on a woman who went to a non-plastic surgeon for plastic surgery….

Very sad- make sure you research your plastic surgeon!!!!!

http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/182934471.html