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The calendar and thermometer may say otherwise but the warm and sunny days of summer are really just right around the corner.  The time to start planning is now to get into shape for summer at the Jersey Shore.  If you are considering breast augmentation or a body contouring procedure such as liposuction or a tummy tuck please check back soon and visit our blog for more information about these get-ready-for-summer procedures.

In the meantime, we invite you to take advantage of a very special offer and get a jump start on the upcoming spring and summer seasons.  Now through March 30, 2012 cosmetic consultations with Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Rudy Thompson will be complimentary for these popular procedures:

Breast Augmentation

Tummy Tuck

Liposuction

Smartlipo

Call 732-410-4789 to book your appointment now!

Dr. Rudy Thompson

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Thompson Center for Plastic Surgery

5 Professional Circle, Suite 107

Colts Neck, NJ 07722

732-410-4789

It may seem as though you (or your child) is the only one who suffers from acne but it is more common than you might think.  We see teens, young adults and even adults in their thirties, forties and fifties who are suffering from ongoing or recurring trouble with acne.

Earlier this year, we introduced the  HydraFacial MD™ at the Thompson Center for Plastic Surgery.  Since that time, many of our patients have enjoyed the benefits of clearer, smoother, hydrated and, most importantly, healthy skin.  The HydraFacial MD™ is a comfortable non-surgical, non-laser skin resurfacing treatment.  We have been thrilled to have received such a postive response from so many teens, women and men who have learned how easy it can be to get and keep their skin looking great.  Many patients have made the switch from microdermabrasion altogether because the HydraFacial MD™ is comfortable and effective at the same time! Recently, we have made some enhancements to our treatment room to offer a more spa-like setting (we take patient feedback very seriously and we listen!) though the HydraFacial MD™ is serious skin care and not a “frou-frou spa treatment.”

The HydraFacial MD™ is a relaxing and enjoyable treatment that is ideal for acne sufferers as well as for those who simply want healthy skin.  It starts by deeply cleansing and exfoliating your skin.  The technology of the HydraFacial MD™ offers painless extractions which deeply cleans pores and removes the build up that causes blackheads and blemishes. Yes, we did say painless extractions!  The HydraFacial MD™ finishes with an antioxidant serum packed with vitamins and moisturizing Hyaluronic Acid.  The addition of the blue LED (light emitting diode) therapy targets the bacteria that causes acne.  This is ideal for you if you do not respond well or are allergic to antibiotics.

If you have acne or skin health concerns give us a call at 732-410-4789.  If you, or your teen, suffer from acne or if you simply want to improve the condition and health of your skin we invite you to experience HydraFacial MD™.  An effective (and enjoyable) treatment.

Let’s face it (no pun intended), here at the Jersey Shore evidence of a great summer gone by is everywhere…often seen in the form of summer sun damage to otherwise beautiful skin.  If you were lucky to have some time to enjoy the sun this summer whether at the beach, the pool, the park or in your own backyard, chances are you’ve got sun damage.

At the Thompson Center for Plastic Surgery, Dr. Rudy Thompson, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, treats women and men who are simply tired of seeing sun spots, age spots and freckles when they look in the mirror.  We invite you to discover a beautifully effective, non-invasive, comfortable laser treatment that not only removes sun damage but also minimizes the appearance of fine lines.  Downtime is minimal and you may resume normal activities immediately following treatment.

You will notice a difference with each treatment, however, most patients enjoy optimal results with a series of five, each spaced about three weeks apart.  Treatment time for the face is approximately twenty minutes plus about an additional thirty minutes for pre-treatment topical numbing which maximizes your comfort during the procedure.  Additional areas that may be treated include decolletage (upper chest area), hands, arms and legs.

Please contact Erika or Sharon at the Thompson Center for Plastic Surgery at 732-410-4789 for more information or to book an appointment.

Thompson Center for Plastic Surgery, 5 Professional Circle, Suite 107, Colts Neck, NJ 07722

It’s time to undo the damage

If you’ve got sun damage we’ve got your solution:

 Photofacial: Phototherapy/BBL

Our laser approach to phototherapy treats age spots and sun spots as well as small facial veins and other skin conditions.  All laser treatments are performed by Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Rudy Thompson.

$350 per treatment for a limited time

(regularly $500)

now through September 30th*

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Prefer a non-laser alternative?

Experience Hydrafacial MD

$149 per treatment

plus, for a limited time**, get a complimentary “add-on”

(a $50 value) LED Light Therapy of your choice:

Red: to improve skin texture & firmness, reduce signs of aging & sun damage

Blue: to improve oily or acne prone skin

Hydrafacial is an ideal treatment if you’d like to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, acne, hyperpigmentation, congested pores and uneven skin tone without surgery, injections, discomfort or downtime

Read more about Hydrafacial MD:  http://hydrafacial.com/

Money saving Hydrafacial packages available:

“6-pack”

(six treatments for the price of five)

“12-pack”

(twelve treatments for the price of nine)

Give the gift of beautiful skin ♦ Gift cards available ♦ 732-410-4789

 *Photofacial offer cannot be combined with other offers; valid through 9/30/11; not valid for purchase with gift certificates; limit 5 treatments per person; ** Offer valid for treatments scheduled through 9/30/11

Learn more about Mentor’s

offer and save $250

If changing from saline to Mentor Memory Gel Breast Implants is the right decision for you, now is the time.

Call us at 732-410-4789 to learn more.

Dr. Rudolf Thompson

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

5 Professional Circle, Suite 107

Colts Neck, NJ 07722

Conveniently located in Central Monmouth County New Jersey

The holidays are here!

A special time of year to celebrate good times with friends and family…. but sometimes, the holidays can be rather stressful.  Here are some tips to help you get through times of stress this season.

1. Eat healthy!  Don’t leave home without a healthy snack with you!  Grab a protein bar, granola bar and maybe an apple or banana.  They’re great choices to have on hand when you find yourself hungry with no time to eat!
2. Exercise as often as you can.  Make a commitment to do so several times a week.  Need some motivation?  Recruit a “buddy” to exercise with you.  You might find yourself more inclined to exercise if you have company.
3. Prioritize!  Tackle your most important issues first.
4. Break down tasks into smaller portions… they’ll seem less daunting.
5. Keep things in perspective.  Don’t sweat the small stuff and focus on what’s really important.
6. Enjoy time with friends, family… anyone whose company you truly enjoy.
7. Take some time out for yourself to do something you love.  Maybe you love shopping (in person or online!), reading a good book or magazine, watching a favorite movie or getting a massage or facial.  Whatever you love to do, find a little time and invest in yourself.

Do you have some tips to help others reduce stress this holiday season?  Please feel free to comment here or Email us at thompsoncenter@live.com. 

Wishing you a very happy and stress-free holiday season!

A “Must Read” for Women Considering Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation still ranks as the most popular surgical cosmetic procedure for women today.  As recently published by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, over 300,000 breast augmentation procedures were performed in the United States in 2009.

There are still many myths and unanswered, or improperly answered, questions that patients have regarding breast augmentation.  Patients often have questions regarding the safety of silicone gel breast implants, questions about recovery time and concerns about their desire to look natural and still be happy with their breast size.  The most important part of a patient’s breast augmentation experience is a thorough and educational consultation with her surgeon.  During this visit, many important factors are discussed.  These include the quality of the patient’s skin envelope (loose, tight or moderate/normal), the degree of skin laxity as a result of pregnancy or changes in weight, and the base diameter (width of the breast mound).  Implant choice, with regard to size, is then the result of carefully planned measurements and perception of the patient’s chest wall characteristics.  In addition, size asymmetries (differences in size between the two breasts), shape differences, and nipple-areolar position differences should be accounted for and discussed pre-operatively.

Silicone gel implants and saline implants each have advantages and disadvantages.  Generally speaking, silicone gel implants are sought after by many patients because of their softness in appearance and feel and offer a natural look.  In November, 2006, the FDA lifted the moratorium on silicone gel breast implants for all women over the age of 22.  Silicone gel breast implants are widely used today because they are safe and there is no statistically significant data to show otherwise.  Saline implants are often selected by women who desire the benefit of a smaller incision for placement.  During consultations, I thoroughly educate my patients about all the advantages and disadvantages of both types of implants and offer my recommendation based on the patient’s body type, age, and soft tissue characteristics.

A breast augmentation procedure should not be a painful procedure with excessive downtime.  By spending the appropriate time pre-operatively planning the procedure and choosing an implant that fits the patient’s soft tissue envelope and breast diameter, there are fewer decisions for the surgeon to make in the operating room.  This leads to a faster procedure with significantly less recovery time.  Some patients even feel well enough to go out to dinner, or to an event, the night after their surgery!  In addition, most patients feel well enough to be back to work in one to two days.  Careful pre-operative planning leads to short recovery time and a natural-looking result.  This is the real art and expertise of breast augmentation.

What can Smartlipo, in the hands of an experienced Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, do for you?