This month our medspa is offering 20% off a laser treatment package of your choice. Call today to set up your complimentary consultation! During your consultation please ask about our VIP and referral programs which offer great rewards to you. All Cosmetic procedures must be completed by August 31, 2012.
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Body Jet Liposuction Procedure in Minneapolis
Many people struggle to improve their body shape through diet and exercise; however, diet and exercise alone may not be enough to eliminate fatty areas in certain parts of the body. Some of the most common areas that contain stubborn fat include the hips, buttocks, thighs, and abdomen. Liposuction is a common procedure in Minneapolis that removes the stubborn fat cells that diet and exercise cannot.
Some traditional liposuction techniques can leave patients feeling sore and swollen for days or weeks after the procedure. An innovative technique called H20-Lipo uses a water-based removal method called the Body Jet liposuction system to remove fat cells effectively leaving the body looking leaner. The Body Jet liposuction system gently removes fat by isolating the fatty deposits from the tissue to prevent any potential damage to the nearby muscles or nerves.
Traditional methods of liposuction use a tube to remove the fatty cells by aggressively suctioning it out. This method often causes a significant amount of swelling and bruising leaving patients feeling sore and tired afterwards. The Body Jet liposuction system permanently reduces the amount of fat cells that is stored using a safer, gentler approach. In addition, it encourages the skin to tighten up and become firmer while permanently eliminating fat cells to leave the body smoother and more solid after the procedure.
The liposuction procedure that utilizes the Body-Jet system allows patients to undergo liposuction in Minneapolis quickly and with little medical risk. There is no anesthesia or sedation used and patients can return to their regular daily activities immediately following the procedure. Treatment on each area of the body can take 30 to 45 minutes.
Good candidates for the Body Jet liposuction system in Minneapolis include those with firm, flexible skin who experience stubborn pockets of fat that do not go away with regular diet and exercise. Candidates for liposuction should also be in good health and at an average weight for their body type. It is not intended to replace diet and exercise and should not be used as a weight loss method.
July Liposuction and Breast Procedure Specials | Minneapolis
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The month of July is filled with celebrations, vacations and just enjoying the
summer weather. It’s also a great month to take advantage of summer
savings on liposuction and breast procedures. Liposuction with any of our
state-of-the-art technology: Laser, Vaser or Body-jet is only $1000 per
zone. Breast implants start at $3600. All other breast surgeries are
reduced 10%. This month our medspa is offering 20% off a laser
treatment package of your choice. Call today to set up your complimentary
consultation! During your consultation please ask about our VIP and referral
programs which offer great rewards to you. All Cosmetic procedures must be
completed by August 31, 2012.
For your convenience, Shu Cosmetic Surgery now offers free WiFi and Keurig coffee
and tea.
Dr. Shu, the First Doctor in Minnesota to Perform IDEAL breast lift™ and IDEAL Breast Lift with Augmentation™
Dr. Shu recently trained under board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Ted Eisenberg, to perform the newest techniques for mastopexy (breast lift) and breast lift with augmentation. He is the first cosmetic surgeon in Minnesota performing these advanced techniques.
Edina MN (June 2012) – IDEAL breast lift™ and IDEAL breast lift with augmentation™ are new procedure techniques that maximizes the lift and minimizes the scar. Both surgeries are performed as an outpatient procedure and are done under the IV sedation with local anesthetic.
A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a cosmetic surgery procedure that raises and reshapes breasts that have sagged from pregnancy, from significant weight changes, or from the natural process of aging. The breast lift restores the breast to a more youthful look by repositioning the nipple at a higher position and removing excess skin which creates a natural sling or new bra to support the breasts. During the lift, Dr. Shu will sew the nipple and central portion of areola higher, and bring the tissues together. The nipple is not removed and breast tissue is not touched; only the skin is removed.
So who is the best candidate for the IDEAL breast lift™? “It is for any women with sagging breasts that don’t like the feeling of their breasts pulling forward and laying heavily on their stomachs and even the best bras do not give them the support they need”, stated Dr. Steven Shu. Another way to determine if an individual is a candidate for a breast lift would be to look in the mirror and see if the position of the nipple (not the areola, the darkened circular area around the nipple) is above, at, or below the crease beneath your breast. If the nipple is below the crease, a lift will definitely restore the breast to a more youthful shape. If the nipple sits at the crease, it is a borderline situation and Dr. Shu’s expertise will determine whether a breast lift, a breast augmentation, or both are needed.
“If you are satisfied with the size of your breasts when they are lifted by your bra, then a breast lift alone may be the right procedure for you. If you want more breast volume, then you are probably a candidate for the combination procedure of a breast lift with augmentation”, explain Dr. Steven Shu. A Breast lift with augmentation is a common procedure for women, because breast implants alone will not lift the breasts. During surgery, the breast augmentation will be done first followed by the breast lift and removal of excess skin, so the end product will be lifted, firmer, and larger size breasts.
Some things to consider before deciding to have a breast lift are there may be a scar from the incision that goes around the nipple, extends from the nipple down to the breast fold then across the breast fold itself. For some women the incision will heal to a thin line; for others it may be thicker. Sometimes the breast assumes a boxy shape below the nipple where the skin was tightened. Lastly, mastopexy or a breast lift may not be permanent if your skin tone is poor before the surgery. The breasts might sag again to some extent, but not nearly to the point at which they were before surgery. A second operation might be required to retighten the skin of the breast in the future.
After either the IDEAL breast lift™ or breast lift with augmentation™ surgeries, patients have had minimal discomfort. Stitches are dissolvable and don’t need to be removed. More than 90% of breast surgery patients are back to work on the fifth day, if they work in an office setting. Patients can generally return to aerobics in two to three weeks and upper body weightlifting in six weeks.
Dr. Steven Shu, MD, MBA, is a board certified laser surgeon and a pioneer of office cosmetic surgeries in the United States. He has adopted countless revolutionary techniques to achieve ideal results with more efficiency and safety. For more information on Shu Cosmetic Surgery Institute, please visit the center’s website at http://www.shucosmeticsurgery.com.
Contact: Steven Shu, MD, MBA
Katie McClellan, PA-C
E-mail: info@shuMD.com
Phone #: 952-922-9999
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New Year, New Beginnings
The staff at Shu Cosmetic Surgery is excited to announce that we will have a new home in 2012. We will be in the same building but in early January we will be moving two floors down to suite 290. Our new location is a state of the art cosmetic surgery center, med spa and clinic. We are going to be in 5000 square feet which is a big change from the 1400 square feet that was our home for two years. We are excited to share our new space with you and will be announcing our open house soon.
