Virginia Center for Plastic Surgery

It's December again, which means not only Christmas shopping, but Christmas parties. Christmas parties are when everyone puts away their office casual and shows their coworkers that they can clean up good. For men this usually means little more than putting on their suit and tie, but for women it often means putting on a new or infrequently-worn formal gown. This year, the fashion in formal wear is strapless, which means baring shoulders unseen in public since swimsuit season.

If the thought of exposing your shoulders causes you anxiety because of freckles or age spots on your shoulders, now is the time to consider a Vitalize peel, which can dramatically reduce the appearance of sun damage on your shoulders, making your skin look noticeably fresher and younger. It takes only 30 minutes and can be one step in a comprehensive program of skin care for the new year.

If you are meeting your husband's coworkers for the first time and want to look years younger, it's time to consider treatment with BOTOX cosmetic or injectable fillers. These can erase lines and wrinkles, making you more confident as you meet all those associates you've "heard so much about." Either of these procedures can be done in a mere 15-30 minutes and will give excellent results, making you look even better than those pictures on his desk.

To find out more about how you can look better for the formal galas this season, please call or email us today.

December is here, which means a whole new year is on the horizon. Unfortunately, this can often lead to depression, as we realize we are not as young as we once were. We look in the mirror and see the evidence of our vanished youth, and think that as the next year goes by, we will only look older and older. Or will we? This year, as the new year approaches, don't let it get you down. Instead, make a resolution to look better by this time next year.

Now is the time to start thinking facial rejuvenation. Since many cosmetic surgery procedures that revitalize the skin and make you look younger, such as Vitalize Peel, work better if you stay out of the sun, it's best to get started now, while you're likely to be indoors or wearing heavy clothing.

It is also the time to start thinking about breast augmentation. If you've always wanted to get it done, but have never found the courage, make a resolution to start your research in the New Year. That will give you time to find a doctor that you trust and get the procedure done so you will be completely healed and ready to hit the beach in early summer.

And why not get a head start by getting fuller, sexier, more kissable lips for New Year's Eve? With Restylane Lip Enhancement, you can be the one everyone wants to kiss at the stroke of midnight.

As we get ready to enter a new year, there's no need to be depressed. Realize that you are in control of your body, and make a resolution to take control. We can help you be the you you've always wanted to be.

We are holding an open house on Tuesday December 11th from 6-8pm to discuss Juvederm, a hyaluronic acid filler that lasts about a year. Juvederm is a crystal-clear biodegradable gel based on a natural substance, called hyaluronic acid. The gel is injected into the skin in tiny amounts using a very fine needle. The results can be seen immediately. Juvederm creates a long-lasting, natural look that is gentle and safe on your skin.

Also, don't miss our December specials listed on the left. The holidays are a busy time, but don't forget to take time for yourself!

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