Bougainvillea Clinique Blog

SAVE THE DATE!

2008-11-17T10:48:00.005-05:00

Join us for "The Next Generation in Cosmetic Surgery" presented by Dr. Jeffrey M. Hartog
Thursday, December 4th 6pm
Dr. Hartog will discuss the latest technology in liposuction and skin tightening using SMARTLIPO MPX, high definition VASER and THERMAGE body contouring.
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE AT SEMINAR.
Refreshments will be served.
Bring a friend and receive a special gift!
Spaces are limited - please RSVP to rtaylor@bougclin.com before Tuesday, December 2nd.

Skin Care

2008-11-10T12:53:00.004-05:00

Hello! As one the newest additions to the Bougainvillea Clinique staff, I would like to introduce myself. I am Leslee Stafford, a Winter Park native and a graduate of the University of Central Florida and the Florida College of Natural Health. After earning my B.A. in French from UCF, I returned to school at FCNH a few years later to pursue my goal of becoming an aesthetician. Now I am privileged to be a part of the Bougainvillea skin care team. I look forward to meeting you as it is my passion to answer your questions and help you reach your skin care goals. Please e-mail me at lstafford@bougclin.com with any questions.

CareCredit is here!

2008-11-08T12:58:00.005-05:00

We are very happy to announce we are now offering CareCredit as a part of our financing options. If you have any questions regarding CareCredit and the application process, please give me a call.

Breast health before & after surgery

2008-11-07T13:14:00.010-05:00

Mammograms are a critically important means of screening for breast cancer - both prior to your breast augmentation surgery and afterwards. A screening mammogram is recommended every one to two years after age 40, dependent upon on your risk factors.

Get Routine Mammograms
Breast implants can inhibit the degree to which mammograms identify breast cancer, more or less depending upon how your implants are placed. Even so, research does show that mammograms are an effective way to screen for breast cancer - even in women who have had their breasts augmented.

Locate an Experienced Facility
Once your implants are in place, locate a breast screening facility that performs a large number of mammograms annually - and includes a significant number of women with breast implants. For these women, the mammogram procedure is a little different, and the results are trickier to interpret. You need an experienced radiologist that knows what to look for. With silicone implants, you should have an additional imaging exam (MRI) every three years after implant placement and every two years thereafter to exam the implants for rupture sites.

If you live in the Orlando, Florida area and are thinking about breast augmentation, please call 407-678-3116 to reach the Bougainvillea Clinique and schedule an appointment with Dr. Jeffery Hartog today.

Got Points?

2008-11-04T10:44:00.011-05:00

If you have ever referred anyone to The Bougainvillea Clinique and have participated in our Patient Referral Program, be sure to claim your referral points.

We have over 65,000 points in "The Referral Points Bank". Do any belong to you? If so, call our office to set up an appointment to use them! You can also contact me to verify your balance or to find out more about the services we offer.

Get Your Glow Back at our Peel Party on Thursday, November 6th!

2008-10-29T21:41:00.003-04:00

Hi! My name is Renee and I have been providing advanced skin care treatments at Dr. Hartog's office for several years. I am so excited to let our patients know about two new facial peels we are now offering that provide amazing results - SkinMedica's Vitalize Peel and Illuminize Peel!

The Vitalize Peel is a great peel for patients who've done glycolic or Jessner's or perhaps are looking for a peel that gives great results. This peel uses a unique blend of safe but effective acids to cause chemical exfolation of the outer layer of skin. Skin regeneration after this peel results in a fresh, radiant complexion with visible improvement in pigment.

The Illuminize Peel is great for first-time peel patients as it uses mild alpha hydroxy acids that will maximize skin rejuvenating effects with low irritation. It will help to increase skin glow and radiance, tighten the skin and restore a more youthful appearance, improve clarity, color and skin texture with little or no downtime.

Please email me at rtaylor@bougclin.com for more information or to reserve your spot!!!
Our Peel Party will be on Thursday, November 6th from noon - 6 pm.

Breast Augmentation and Pregnancy

2008-10-23T16:15:00.003-04:00

A pregnant woman goes through numerous changes during nine months of pregnancy. Even after the baby is born, her body continues to change. For most new mothers, weight loss is a prime concern, prompting new mothers to seek breast augmentation as a solution to regaining their pre-pregnancy attractiveness.

Most women who choose to receive breast implants before pregnancy see little change in breast shape or size after pregnancy. Some problems that may occur include:

Mild tissue volume loss
Some sagging, particularly if stretch marks are present before augmentation

A breast lift might be a good option to counteract post-pregnancy sagging.

For new moms who are planning to breastfeed, it may be wise to wait until after breastfeeding has ceased before undergoing breast augmentation. Mainly, although the breast's milk-producing glands are not harmed in any way or disturbed by a breast augmentation, some women experience breast sagging when milk production stops. So while augmentation doesn't prevent breast feeding, it's best to wait a bit after baby is born before undergoing the procedure.

In summary, keep these 5 tips in mind when considering breast augmentation before or after pregnancy:

Breast implants generally do not interfere with pregnancy
Pregnancy generally will not interfere with your breast implants
Most women are able to breastfeed their child after breast augmentation
Breasts enhanced with implants may avoid the typical loss of volume and shape that can occur with pregnancy and breastfeeding
Always choose a qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon with the training and experience necessary to ensure the best results for you.

Dr. Jeffrey Hartog of Orlando, Florida's Bougainvillea Clinique welcomes your questions and concerns about breast augmentation and pregnancy. Please contact us if you would like to schedule a personal consultation.

Breast Implants and Breast Cancer Screenings

2008-10-20T16:00:00.002-04:00

Breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer after lung cancer, and the most common female cancer. Screening, along with early detection and treatment, is crucial to defending yourself against this insidious killer. Physical examination, mammography and at-home breast self examination are the keys to early detection.

How might breast implants interfere with cancer screening? In 2007, 399,440 breast implants surgeries were performed, according to The American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Studies show that breast implants do not interfere with treatment for breast cancer.

Today's advanced cosmetic surgeons use the latest saline and silicone gel breast implants, prompting the creation of customized X-ray techniques like the Eklund view to ensure breast implants do not interfere with mammography readings. However, this specialized testing may still provide false negative results.

Between the ages of 20 and 40, a mammography is suggested every three years. After 40, a mammography should be performed every year. Mammography is a special X-ray of the breast from a variety of angles. Public education on the importance of mammography has decreased the incidence of deaths from breast cancer by 25%.

Monthly breast self examination is also invaluable, helping to detect lumps in breast tissue and alerting women to the need for consulting with their physician immediately.

If you have concerns about whether breast implants may interfere with your breast cancer screenings, please contact Dr. Jeffrey Hartog in Orlando, Florida for more information.

Incision Options for Breast Augmentation

2008-10-17T15:55:00.003-04:00

Breast augmentation is a popular procedure for women dissatisfied with the size, shape or volume of their breasts. While the debate about silicone vs. saline implants continues, there are other important decisions to make, including choosing the type of incision that will provide optimum results.

Four different types of incisions are available:

Inframammary (in the breast crease)
Transaxillary (in the armpit)
Periareolar (around the areola)
TUBA (inside the navel)

The incision type chosen by Dr. Jeffrey Hartog depends on:

Dr. Hartog's preferences for your specific procedure
The results you hope to achieve
Your body type
Your chosen type of implant
Whether you have scar tissue from a previous breast augmentation or mastectomy

TUBA
The TUBA method (Transumbilical Breast Augmentation) uses a small incision inside the navel, creating tiny tunnels through which the implants are placed.

The advantages of this procedure are:

Scar hidden inside the navel
Faster recovery time
Decreased risk of nipple or breast nerve damage
Reduced tissue trauma
Shorter operation time

To find out more about the breast augmentation option that is right for you, please contact Dr. Jeffrey Hartog today to schedule your consultation at the Bougainvillea Clinique in Orlando, Florida.

Rhinoplasty

2008-10-14T15:54:00.001-04:00

Each year, more than two hundred thousand Americans choose Rhinoplasty, commonly called a 'nose job', to alter, enhance or decrease the shape or size of their noses.

The nose is a focal point on the face. For some individuals, it is not complementary to the rest of the face's size or shape, or it may be crooked or have an unattractive hump. Altering the size or shape of one's nose can have a dramatic effect on facial appearance.

The rhinoplasty procedure is not usually approved for individuals under the age of 15 or 16, because our noses are supported by delicate bones and moveable cartilage that are not fully developed until that point.

Rhinoplasty can help alter the size or shape of the nose in several ways:

Increasing or decreasing overall size of the nose
Changing the shape of the bridge or tip
Correcting birth defects
Restoring tissue damaged or destroyed by trauma
Correcting breathing difficulties caused by nasal obstruction

The rhinoplasty procedure is performed under general anesthesia, usually lasting two to three hours. From the very first day after surgery, you'll see improvement, and that improvement will continue to become more evident over the year following surgery.

To learn more about how Rhinoplasty can improve your appearance, please contact Dr. Jeffrey Hartog in Orlando, Florida.

New 'Gummy Bear' Breast Implants on the horizon

2008-10-09T16:54:00.002-04:00

Having completed fairly extensive studies in Europe and the US, both Mentor and Allergan are hoping for FDA approval of their more cohesive 'gummy-bear' implants. These implants appear to have significant advantages particularly in terms of wrinkling, over saline implants and presently available round gel implants. For very slim individuals, with very little soft tissue in the breast area, particularly on the side, this will be a significant improvement. These new implants are also textured and shaped to provide a natural anatomic shape to the breast. One slight disadvantage is that they may not move quite as naturally as the softer smooth round gel implants that are presently the most popular gel implants in the United States. Because these implants wrinkle less, it is also likely that they last longer than implants that wrinkle more.

Though ideal for some patients, these implants are not ideal for everyone. They will be most suitable for those who are looking for the most natural, and a modest increase in breast size. Those who are seeking larger augmentations will not be suitable candidates for these implants. Presently about 30% of implants used in Europe are the shaped 'gummy-bear' gels. Check back regularly on this site, and if you wish to be notified when they are released in the United States, email Bronwyn, our Cosmetic Surgery Consultant, at bkohn@bougclin.com to be placed on the list.

Facelift

2008-10-09T15:42:00.002-04:00

Are the effects of gravity, sun exposure, and an active lifestyle causing creases and wrinkles on your face? Do you look older than you feel, or have a tired look? Then a facelift may be a good option to help you look and feel better.

The facelift is a common and popular cosmetic surgical procedure designed to remove excess fat, tighten facial muscles, and reposition the facial skin for a restored and refreshed appearance. It can give you a whole new outlook on life.

The best candidates for facelifts have some skin elasticity. Patients in the 40-60 year age group fit this requirement, but older patients can also achieve excellent results. A facelift can correct wrinkling caused by loose and sagging skin, jowls in the lower cheek area and skin folds in the neck. They are often performed in conjunction with other cosmetic procedures, such as a blepharoplasty (eyelift) and facial liposuction.

Thermage, laser resurfacing, Botox and collagen are also excellent treatment additions to the facelift procedure.

For individuals with signs of early facial aging, the Aptos Threadlift may be the perfect solution to a refreshed, more youthful appearance. Sometimes called the 'lunchtime lift', the Aptos Threads procedure offers far less downtime than the traditional facelift, with no incisions and using only local anesthetic. Aptos Threads can be combined with other surgical or non-surgical techniques, including facial and neck liposuction, eyelid surgery, chemical peels or laser procedures.

For more information, or to schedule your consultation, please contact Dr. Jeffrey Hartog on Orlando, Florida.

Front Office Coordinator

2008-10-09T15:03:00.004-04:00

Hello! My name is Patty Utterback and I am the Front Office Coordinator. I have been employed here since June 2006 and love working at the clinique.

As the front office coordinator, my main responsibility is to get you in for an appointment and greet you with a smile. I will always strive to make each of you feel welcome, so your time here is a positive and rewarding experience.

My other duties include answering phones, scheduling appointments, taking payments, and making sure the front office runs smoothly.

I look forward to seeing you in the near future!

Client Service Coordinator

2008-10-09T14:31:00.006-04:00

Hi, my name is Ramona Mehrtens and I am the Client Service Coordinator. I just celebrated my 5th anniversary with The Clinique, and if I have not met you yet, I look forward to meeting you in the future.

As the Client Service Coordinator, I am responsible for internal marketing, which includes our Patient Referral Program.

I am also in charge of the financial aspect for our cosmetic procedures. If you need financing for your procedure, I work with two different companies and I will do my best to help you get the financing that works for you.

If I can be of any assistance to you, please feel free to contact me at 407-678-3116 or Rmehrtens@bougclin.com. I look forward hearing from you!

The Tummy Tuck

2008-10-06T15:36:00.002-04:00

Abdominoplasty, also known as a "tummy tuck," is a major cosmetic surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen, tightening the muscles of the abdominal wall.

The best candidates for Abdominoplasty are men or women who are in good physical and emotional health, who lead active lifestyles but are bothered by abdominal fat that does not respond well to diet and exercise.

Two types of Abdominoplasty

1. Mini- Abdominoplasty
The best candidates for the mini-abdominoplasty have mild to moderate amounts of abdominal skin excess, minimal or no stretch marks, and /or minimal lower abdominal protuberance. The mini-abdominoplasty removes three to four inches of skin and fat from the lower abdomen, tightening the lower abdominal muscles. Liposuction is combined with the mini-abdominoplasty for even greater results. Recovery time is usually significantly shorter than for full Abdominoplasty.

2. Full Abdominoplasty
Full abdominoplasty uses a horizontal "bikini line" incision across the lower abdomen to remove or tighten stretched, damaged skin and excess fatty tissue of the entire abdomen. Liposuction is sometimes combined with the full abdominoplasty for a natural result. Patients wear an abdominal binder for approximately four weeks, and avoid strenuous activity for six weeks, but are often able to return to work after just one week.

At Dr. Jeffrey Hartog's Bougainvillea Clinique in Orlando, Florida, the tummy tuck is a popular procedure for creating a more taut and youthful figure. To find out if abdominoplasty is an option for you, please contact us to schedule your consultation.

Pilates for Pink, Saturday, October 11th at 10:00 AM

2008-10-03T15:23:00.002-04:00

Pilates for Pink
Saturday, October 11, 2008
10:00 AM at Longview Park (in Baldwin Park)

Come and enjoy Pilates class led by Julia
Rhinesmith, Certified Pilates Instructor

Pilates will be complimentary, however, we ask
that you bring a $10 contribution that will be
donated to the Breast Cancer Research Fund

Sponsored by:
The Bougainvillea Clinique Pilates Studio
MatWorkz Pilates Studio
Shape Magazine

Please bring a mat and water

Directions to Longview Park:
From Aloma
Take Aloma to Lakemont and travel South on Lakemont. Continue to Glenridge Way and turn right onto Glenrdige Way. Continue on Glenridge Way and turn left onto Upper Park Road. Continue on Upper Park Road and turn left onto Meeting Place. you are there.

From Corrine
Traveling Eastbound on Corrine, turn Northbound onto General Rees. Continue on Gerneral Rees and turn right onto Lower Park Road. Continue on Lower Park Road and turn left onto Snow Road. Continue on Snow and turn right onto Meeting Place to park. You are there.

SmartLipo MPX

2008-09-30T13:29:00.000-04:00

SmartLipo MPX is the newest advancement in laser assisted liposculpture. SmartLipo MPX is an FDA-approved, two-laser system that liquefies stubborn fat, tightening skin for beautiful, natural results.

Not all cosmetic surgeons are properly trained to perform SmartLipo. Dr. Jeffrey Hartog at the Bougainvillea Clinique in Orlando, Florida has this highly specific training, and has been helping male and female patients to remove stubborn fat deposits more uniformly. As compared with traditional liposuction, SmartLipo MPX offers fewer skin irregularities and less bleeding and bruising.

Best of all, SmartLipo MPX targets larger surface areas, such as thighs, abdomen, hips and arms, for more dramatic fat reduction and skin tightening. It reduces treatment time, and is less invasive, safer and more effective than traditional liposuction. No general anesthesia is needed. During both the procedure and the recovery, you will feel little to no discomfort.

Following our Body Contouring Protocol, Dr. Hartog can combine SmartLipo MPX with VASER Liposelection for incredible results, including highly effective skin tightening and contouring.

If stubborn fat is getting in the way of your otherwise healthy diet and exercise routine, consider SmartLipo MPX. Please contact Dr. Jeffrey Hartog in Orlando, Florida to schedule your consultation.

Am I A Good Candidate for Liposuction?

2008-09-29T13:27:00.002-04:00

Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures, according to The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Advancements in technique and types of liposuction continue to be refined, dramatically reducing invasiveness, decreasing recovery time and enhancing results.

Despite its popularity, however, liposuction is not right for everyone. The best candidates for liposuction:

Are in good physical and mental health
Eat a healthy diet
Exercise regularly
Maintain normal weight (within 25 lbs.)
Do not smoke

Other issues that may preclude an individual from choosing liposuction include diabetes, heart disease, seizures, and other chronic conditions that may make it too risky for the individual to choose this elective surgery.

At The Bougainvillea Clinique in Orlando, Florida, Dr. Jeffrey Hartog regularly consults with men and women seeking information about traditional liposuction or one of the more advanced methods, such as SmartLipo. Alone or combined with other cosmetic procedures, such as breast augmentation, Botox or the facelift, patients are experiencing dramatic results and enjoying a more youthful appearance.

Are you interested in finding out more about what traditional liposuction and SmartLipo can do to transform your appearance? Please contact Dr. Hartog in Orlando, Florida to schedule your private consultation.

Liposuction

2008-09-28T13:25:00.002-04:00

Liposuction is a cosmetic surgery technique using a small stainless steel tube called a cannula, connected to a suction pump. Dr. Hartog inserts it into the fat through very tiny incisions. The cannula creates minute tunnels through the fatty layers, removing the fat with suction for an improved body shape.

Each of us has a certain number of fat cells, the approximate number being determined during early life. They serve good purposes such as padding and insulation, but when we become overweight, they become larger beneath the skin where we don't want them. Common areas for excess fat are the abdomen, hips, thighs and upper arms. The number of fat cells you have does not change, regardless of weight gain or loss. What changes is the amount of fat within each cell. That's why, after you've lost weight, you may still have some stubborn areas of fat you can't get rid of.

Liposuction can remove stubborn fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise or lingering after pregnancy. In addition to traditional liposuction, a new method is now available called SmartLipo. SmartLipo offers greater safety and effectiveness for individuals who want liposuction but don't want the invasiveness, down time and side effects of traditional liposuction. SmartLipo is quickly becoming the liposuction method of choice for many men and women interested in losing stubborn fat.

In Orlando, Florida, Dr. Jeffrey Hartog offers liposuction and other cosmetic procedures at The Bougainvillea Clinique. If you've been thinking about making a few changes to enhance your appearance and your self-esteem, please contact Dr. Hartog to schedule a free consultation.

Liposuction With Emphasis on SmartLipo

2008-09-27T13:22:00.002-04:00

You're probably familiar with the popular cosmetic procedure called liposuction, but have you heard yet about SmartLipo? SmartLipo is a revolutionary advancement in fat removal often called laser liposuction, or laser-assisted liposuction. SmartLipo uses laser energy to liquefy stubborn fat deposits, making them easy to remove, and creating a more precise body contour than traditional liposuction.

SmartLipo offers a number of welcome advantages:

A quicker and less invasive procedure
Greater safety than traditional liposuction
A shorter recovery time
A more sculpted result
Less swelling and bruising
Greater skin tightening

Dr. Jeffrey Hartog of The Bougainvillea Clinique in Orlando, Florida uses SmartLipo to target larger surface areas of the abdomen, face and neck, arms and thighs. As indicated, Dr. Hartog sometimes combines this procedure with endermologie to improve the appearance of cellulite and enhance skin tone for a dramatically enhanced appearance.

Wondering which type of liposuction is best for you? The best way to find out is to schedule a no-cost consultation with Dr. Hartog in Orlando, Florida, where you'll receive a friendly welcome from his dedicated staff and a thorough explanation of all your liposuction options. Please contact Dr. Hartog today.

Is Breast Augmentation Right for Me?

2008-09-26T13:10:00.001-04:00

If you are unhappy with the size, shape and appearance of your breasts, you may be a good candidate for breast augmentation. Reasons for seeking breast augmentation are varied and include:

Loss of breast firmness over time
Changes to breast size or shape due to weight loss, pregnancy or aging
Asymmetrical breasts
Sagging, drooping breasts
A desire to more closely match today's idea of a sexy, beautiful woman
A desire to fit better into today's fashions

Breasts are comprised largely of fatty tissue, with no muscle tone, so changes to the breasts can occur fairly easily over time. No exercises currently exist to 'fix' breast tissue once youthful firmness is lost. That makes breast augmentation an excellent option for many women.

Breast Enlargement can provide you with larger, rounder, fuller breasts. For women with full breasts that are beginning to sag from gravity, a breast Lift can make them tighter and more attractive. For breasts that are too large, breast reduction offers aesthetic and health benefits, and the procedure may be covered by insurance.

What is your first step? Choose a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Jeffrey Hartog of The Bougainvillea Clinique in Orlando, Florida. Simply contact Dr. Hartog to schedule your free consultation, and engage in a frank discussion of your needs, goals and expectations to determine the breast augmentation option that is best for you.

"Gummy Bear" Breast Implants

2008-09-25T13:08:00.001-04:00

If you've been dreaming about a shapelier figure, 'gummy bear' silicone breast implants may be the solution.

What are gummy bear implants? The filling inside this new implant option is soft, pliable and durable. It can be pushed, pulled and cut, and still never lose shape. That's how the gummy bear implant got its name, because it resembles the popular gummy bear candies.

How can you know if gummy bear implants are the best solution for you? Schedule a private consultation with Dr. Jeffrey Hartog at The Bougainvillea Clinique in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Hartog will help you make an informed decision about whether this breast augmentation option is the right one for you. Dr. Hartog is a board-certified plastic surgeon who routinely offers his patients the very best options in breast augmentation and other cosmetic procedures.

If you're just beginning to learn about how gummy bear implants and other cosmetic procedures can offer you enhanced self-esteem and a more beautiful body, Dr. Hartog and his staff are happy to answer all your questions. Please contact our Orlando, Florida office to schedule a convenient and no-cost consultation.

Breast Implant Choices

2008-09-24T13:03:00.002-04:00

Breast augmentation is a common solution for women discouraged by the shape or size of their breasts. It offers shapelier, fuller breasts and the opportunity for increased self-esteem. Many women, however, are confused about the differences between silicone gel and saline filled implants.

Silicone Gel Implants

Consist of a silicone shell filled with a silicone gel. Silicone is made from silicon (spelled with no "e" at the end), which is the second most common element on Earth after oxygen. It is found in a myriad household products such as dish detergents, hand lotion, and hairspray. Our bodies have been well-exposed to it for many decades.
Preferred by many plastic surgeons because they look and feel more like natural breast tissue.
Regarded cautiously by some women who fear a hard-to-detect rupture may cause silicone to leak into the body.
Researched for 14 years under the FDA after a false media panic caused the FDA to restrict their use to reconstructive procedures rather than cosmetic procedures.
Refined and improved during those 14 years, both in the shell and the gel filler.
Approved in 2006 by the FDA as being entirely safe for all women over 22 years of age. No connection at all was found between silicone gel implants and disease. The two approved brands were developed by manufacturers Allergan and Mentor.

Saline-Filled Implants

Filled with the same saline solution that is commonly used throughout medical procedures. It is matched in salinity (saltiness) to the natural salinity of the human body.
Saline easily absorbed by the body if the shell should ever rupture.
May create a 'rippled' look on the breast surface.
May look less natural in women with small breasts or women seeking reconstruction.

A consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Jeffrey Hartog of the Bougainvillea Clinique in Orlando, Florida is the best way to determine which type of implant is right for you. During your free initial consultation, Dr. Hartog takes the time to thoroughly discuss your options, help you understand the latest information about implants, and assist you in making an informed decision about your breast augmentation surgery with. Please contact us today.

TUBA

2008-09-23T12:58:00.002-04:00

TUBA stands for Transumbilical Breast Augmentation, a name that refers to where the incision is located. Instead of placing incisions in the armpits, around the areola, or underneath the breasts, a TUBA procedure uses a small incision inside the navel.

Dr. Hartog uses an endoscope -- a thin hollow tube with a camera and light at the front end. Being connected to a computer, it sends images to the monitor from wherever it is positioned. This gives large and clear images to Dr. Hartog of the work he is doing.

He inserts the endoscope through the incision and beneath the skin up to where the implant will be placed. A 'sizer' (a temporary implant) is passed through this tunnel, put into place and expanded to create the space for the implant. The sizer is removed and the empty implant is then passed through the tunnel and put into place. It is filled and the incision is closed with dissolvable stitches.

TUBA advantages

Scar hidden inside the navel
Faster recovery time
Decreased nipple/breast nerve damage risk
Reduced tissue trauma
Shorter operation time

If you are considering breast augmentation and have questions about this or any other cosmetic procedures, please contact Dr. Jeffrey Hartog and his dedicated staff at The Bougainvillea Clinique. In Orlando, Florida, he has helped hundreds of women achieve more beautiful, natural looking breasts using TUBA and other new and improved techniques.

September Specials so you can look and feel your best!

2008-09-13T09:54:00.006-04:00

September is.........

Patient Appreciation Month!
Refer a friend or family member and receive double points during the month of September!
For more details, e-mail rmehrtens@bougclin.com

A Great time to try one of our New SkinMedica Peels!
What a great way to treat stressed-out summer skin. Has your skin had enough of the summer sun? Treat your face, decollete or arms with one of these new peels from Skin Medica. A safe and effective treatment that will leave your skin smooth, bright and healthy!
Make a difference with our VITALIZE Peel - $100 (reg. $125)
Get your glow on with our ILLUMINIZE Peel - $70 (reg. $100)
To find out which peel is best for you, e-mail rtaylor@bougclin.com

Time to tone, contour and reduce the appearance of cellulite with the only FDA-approved treatment available. ENDERMOLOGIE!
Try a Series of 14 for $750 (reg. $1100)
To learn more about Endermologie, e-mail dbernardes@bougclin.com

The perfect time to continue to enjoy a safe, Floridian tan with our BODY BRONZING!
With many shades to choose from, we will have you tanned to perfection in minutes.
2 for 1 Special $35

Time to join our Botox VIP Club!
Do you love your Botox Cosmetic? Then we have the club just for you!
e-mail lpain@bougclin.com for more information.