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FEELING a LITTLEBALANCE?Dr. Tamika L. Sea discussesPolycystic Ovarian Syndrome.

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Would you like to add more volume "behind the scenes" to create a more femi-nine and curvy contour to your back side?

Some women feel they got duped by their DNA... but (no pun intended, okay, maybe a little) there is a possible antidote to your discontentment.

Buttock augmentation surgery has become more and more popular over the last few years due to a woman's desire for a more curvy

figure which includes a rounder and fuller buttocks.

The procedure is very appealing to patients for more rea-sons than just the added volume to their back side. A but-

tock augmentation (or otherwise known as fat transfer) is done by taking fat from more corpulent areas like the

stomach and flanks, (love handles) hips, lower back or thighs.

The fat is removed with a very gentle liposuction device that uses a thin cannula (the suction tube) to protect live fat cells. The fat particles are then purified and injected back into the muscle lay-ers of the buttocks through one very small in-cision.

Basically, you are taking your own fat cells from unwanted area(s) and transferring them to add more volume and curve to your buttocks. The results can look very natural and, because fat is your own body substance, there is little chance for rejec-tion.

Fat has some interesting properties. If it is injected into muscles or bones, it feels like muscles or bones once it’s under the skin. Likewise, if fat is injected into a more corpu-lent area it feels like, well, fat. The down side of transferring fat to the buttocks, face, lips or any other place in the body, is that some of it will be reabsorbed by the body. And often, surgeons can’t really predict how much will be reabsorbed. What we can say is: what you have

remaining after three months will be yours per-manently.

If you are interested in this procedure come in for a complimentary consultation with Dr. Schil-ling to find out if you are a candidate!

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Weight loss has left your but- tocks loose, sagging or flat

The shape or size of your buttocks makes you feel self-conscious

These are actual before and after photos of cosmetic surgery performed by John P. Schilling, MD

To see more BEFORE & AFTER photosvisit our website: SchillingMedicalSpa.com

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K NBEST ACCESSORYDo you give your skin the tender loving care and at-tention it deserves? Our skin is under near constant assault from the outside world through harmful el-ements like extreme temperatures, damaging sun-light, and harmful chemicals. Skin not only protects us but it is put on public view every day. Equally, we should reciprocate with vigilant attention and pres-ervation.

When we are born, our skin is supple and soft. But as we age, the skin, particularly around the face, begins to wrinkle as it loses its ability to re-tain moisture and the dermis loses its elasticity. Environmental factors, such as exposure to the sun and tox-ins in cigarette smoke, accelerate skin cell aging.

By middle age the skin becomes thinner, dri-er, and less elastic. It begins to sag and fold over on itself, forming wrinkles. By age 40, crow's feet may appear around the eyes, nose, and mouth.

It is ideal to start a skin care regimen in early adult-hood to benefit fully from natural and environmen-tal aging effects. But, it is never too late to begin and no matter your budget, we can give you great

suggestions from daily skin care routine to more ag-gressive age-reversing treatments.

A faded complexion is one of the first signs of pre-maturely aging skin. Luckily, topical ingredients like buffered glycolic acid and retinol can rapidly improve the look and texture of skin by removing

buildup of dry skin, smoothing out fine lines, improving discoloration and also helping

to trigger collagen production. This is a good starting point if your skin has been neglected, we have the best medical-grade skin care products and treatments that can brighten your skin and shed your neglect in no time.

If you are already on a good skin care regimen and need to focus on wrinkles,

loss of facial fat and elasticity, or skin tex-ture —we can also help with various treat-

ments. The right mixture of injectables, such as Botox and different fillers, can lift years off your ap-pearance. Laser tightening can make a remarkable difference, the results are subtle but keep improving as your collagen rebuilds.

Give your best accessory the attention it deserves! Come in for a complimentary consultation!

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Did we have you at first glance? Eyes can definitely get a point across without a single word uttered. We've all had those looks from mom! But, we also know we can use them to make an impression, maybe even get out of a traffic ticket with a little extra fluttering of our lashes?!

For less than a traffic ticket (which also raises your insurance rates) you can grow longer, thicker, and darker lashes with Latisse! Latisse gradually encourages growth of longer, thicker and darker eyelashes. For full results, you must use the medication daily for at least two months. Eyelash improvements remain as long as you continue to use the medication. When you stop using Latisse, your eyelashes will eventually return to their original appearance.

If you're concerned about the appearance of your eyelashes or would like to try Latisse, talk to Dr. Schilling. He can help you weigh the pros and cons of using an eyelash-growing medication.

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Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal problem that causes women to have a variety of

symptoms. Most women with the condition have a num-ber of small cysts in the ovaries. However, women may have cysts in the ovaries for a number of reasons, and it is the characteristic of symptoms, rather than the presence of the cysts themselves, that is important in establishing the probability of PCOS.

PCOS affects about 5-10% of the population, and is identified by having three key abnormalities:

1. Insulin resistance: Leading to excess weight gain, es-pecially central (or abdominal) weight gain.

2. Increased testosterone levels: Leading to increased hair growth (hirsutism) and excessive acne, especially of the face and upper body.

3. Polycystic ovaries: Leading to excessive estrogen in the body, causing irregular (and sometimes heavy) bleeding with periods, which can also be the cause for infertility.

At least 2 of these abnormalities should be identified in order to be diagnosed with PCOS.

Dr. Sea answers some of the common questions of patients with PCOS:

Q I’m having trouble getting pregnant, and I have been diagnosed with PCOS. What are my options?• Controlling the insulin resistance with weight loss

and medications like Metformin can help with getting pregnant.

• Occasionally, patients with PCOS do not ovulate.

Adding a medication like Clomid, can help increase chances for ovulation.

Q My periods are very irregular and heavy and I have PCOS. What should I do?• Using a combination oral contraceptive can help with

regulating periods.

Q I have a lot of excess hair growth and acne caused by my PCOS. What can I use to help?• Using medications to decrease androgen levels (tes-

tosterone and DHEA's) can help with this. • Spironolactone, a diuretic, can decrease androgen

levels to decrease excess hair and acne. • Retinoids can also be used for acne. • Other treatments like waxing, plucking, shaving,

and laser treatments may also help with excess hair growth.

• Lastly, combination oral contraceptives (birth control pills) decrease testosterone levels that circulate in your body, and can help with these problems.

There's no specific test to definitively diagnose PCOS. The diagnosis is one of exclusion, which means we will consider all of your signs and symptoms and also rule out other possible disorders by taking your medical history, doing a physical exam, blood tests, and a pelvic ultra-sound.

If you are suffering with any female issues, make an appointment with Dr. Sea or Dr. Schilling to discuss a solution and improve your quality of life.

DR. TAMIKA SEA DISCUSSES POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME

Other signs & symptoms:

ObesityElevated insulin levels & insulin resistance

Oily skinDandruff

Skin discolorationsHigh cholesterol levels

Elevated blood pressureMultiple small cysts in the ovary