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This is an exciting time for cosmetic surgery. The field has undergone a true renaissance in recent years, as technical advances have made cosmetic surgery safer, more effective, and easier to afford than ever before. Many patients are surprised to learn that surgical enhancement of the skin has been practiced since ancient times. The quest for an improved appearance is by no means a modern pursuit. Primitive societies practiced tattooing, and the ancient Egyptians left records reflecting a culture no less interested in beauty than our own. Egyptian physicians used sulfur and resorcinol paste for exfoliation, and the Edwin Smith Papyrus (1700 BC) contains prescriptions for rejuvenating skin, as well as extensive descriptions of cosmetic surgery. The ancient cultures of India, China, and Greece also contributed significantly to early cosmetic surgery. The modern era of cosmetic surgery began in the late 1800’s, with the development of chemical peeling techniques by a German dermatologist. Since those early days, dermatologists have consistently been at the forefront of new advances and techniques in cosmetic surgery. Dermatologic surgeons were the first physicians to perform dermabrasion, hair restoration surgery, laser surgery, medium-depth chemical peeling, collagen injections, leg vein treatment with sclerotherapy, and most recently, Botox injections. Tumescent liposuction was developed in 1986 by a dermatologic surgeon to allow safe and effective fat removal and body contouring under local anesthesia alone. Previously, plastic surgeons had performed "dry" liposuction under general anesthesia - a risky procedure that required frequent hospital admissions and blood transfusions. The superiority of the tumescent technique has led to its adoption by the vast majority of plastic surgeons and dermatologists practicing the technique today. We are proud of these recent advances in the field of cosmetic dermatologic surgery, because they allow us to bring its benefits to more of our patients with less risk and greater effectiveness. We are dedicated to continued improvements and will always strive to provide you with the latest and safest techniques. Our practice has been providing quality dermatologic care in Lexington since 1951. We consider ourselves physicians first and cosmetic surgeons second. You will always be our "patients" - not clients, and we are committed to your health and sensitive to your individual requirements. Thank you for choosing us for all of your skin care needs. The goal of our staff is to make your visit as pleasurable as possible while providing you with the highest quality and most advanced cosmetic surgical care. If this brochure fails to answer any of your questions, or you desire further information, please ask us for assistance. We understand that cosmetic surgery is a very personal, sometimes intimidating, pursuit. We are committed to helping you make your cosmetic decisions in an informed, private, and relaxed setting.
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