Learn About Safe, Effective Liposuction in Minneapolis

Posted on October 20, 2012 by admin

The many misconceptions about liposuction mean that deserving individuals are missing out on a procedure that could transform the way they look. New technologies make the treatment safer than it used to be and more affordable. Anyone can benefit from liposuction in Minneapolis with Shu Cosmetic Surgery.

Liposuction is not the terrifying ordeal it used to be. Lying on an operating table, undergoing an invasive surgery and recovering in the hospital hardly seems worth the trouble or cost. However, new technology means that Minneapolis liposuction offers all the rewards with less risks.

There are multiple types of liposuction because one size fits all never works. Clients will meet with Dr. Shu to determine the type that will be most beneficial for them. A free consultation offers a chance to get to know the doctor and ask questions.

Anyone who is looking for a big change can quickly find the answer with Vaser LipoSelection. Energy dissolves fat cells and can target large areas like the stomach. This benefits women who want to shed many pounds or those who want natural enhancements. The fat removed with this procedure can be used for breast augmentation or a butt lift.

Those who are afraid of liposuction are probably not familiar with Body Jet Liposuction. This uses water jets to dislodge fat and is the most gentle form of liposuction. Young people and those who have good skin use this procedure for weight loss and tightened skin, and they experience less swelling and bruising.

A new procedure gives clients a gym body without ever needing to pick up weights. Hi-Def Liposcultupre removes the fat near muscles to create an athletic figure. Dr. Shu is one of the few experts qualified enough to perform this procedure.

There is no need to fear a lengthy recovery process. The down time after each process will vary, but one can return home after the treatment. Most people return to work within a week and may need to be careful with sore areas. However, the safety and convenience of these procedures make them popular choices.

Do not let rumors scare you aware from the body you desire. Liposuction in Minneapolis is safe and affordable when using Shu Cosmetic Surgery.

Shu Cosmetic: Leading Provider of Laser Liposuction Minneapolis

Posted on August 23, 2012 by admin

Minneapolis Laser Lipo is offered here in our comfortable office at Shu Cosmetic Surgery. This unique and innovative technology allows Dr. Shu to melt away fat and tighten the skin of a patient. Laser Lipo is ideal for small parts of a patient’s body. It’s great for taking away fat and tightening the skin on the chin and underneath the arms.

Unlike other forms of liposuction, the fat cannot be transferred to other parts of the body. The laser actually melts away the fat beneath the skin. As with all medical procedures, laser lipo is not without some risks. Although the risks are minimal, there is a small chance of burning.

Dr. Shu has performed many laser lipo procedures and patients are in good hands at Shu Cosmetic Surgery. When searching for a provider of Laser Liposuction Minneapolis, Shu Cosmetic Surgery is the ideal place to have this procedure performed. Dr. Shu can help you achieve the look you are wanting. Beyond just melting fat, the laser lipo procedure can help to contour, tone and tighten. This procedure is minimally invasive and allows that patient to get back to work and other daily activities quickly.

Dr. Shu can discuss your treatment options with you during a consult. In some cases, combining laser lipo with other procedures such as Body-jet liposuction, allows the patient to achieve skin tightening and other desired results. Laser lipo may also be referred to as laser lipolysis and can allow a patient to achieve the desired results of melted body fat within our office in a very short amount of time. If you are experiencing stubborn felt that simply does not go away no matter how much you seem to workout or change your diet, laser lipo may give you the desired results that you are seeking.

Shu Cosmetic Surgery of Minneapolis Offers Complimentary VISIA Skin Complexion Analysis

Posted on August 14, 2012 by admin

Starting this month, Shu Cosmetic Surgery, the premiere Cosmetic Surgeon for Laser Liposuction of Minneapolis, will be offering complimentary VISIA complexion analyses for facial rejuvenation and skin care.

Edina, MN (August 2012) – True to its commitment to providing state-of-the-art cosmetic treatments, Shu Cosmetic Surgery Institute who is know for Liposuction procedures in Minneapolis, became the first cosmetic clinic to offer skin complexion analysis with the newest (6th) generation VISIA, a method of facial rejuvenation planning tailored to a patient’s complexion proﬁle. Starting this month, patients will receive an initial VISIA analysis report as their baseline and additional complimentary reports throughout their treatment programs.

VISIA imaging and analysis provides you and your skin care professional with the comprehensive data needed for a solid rejuvenation plan to tackle your complexion requirements or problems. An invaluable aid in monitoring your complexion’s vitality, VISIA checks the overall eﬀectiveness of your skin care regimen over time and helps create and execute goals for your skin.

“This analysis should be the first step in achieving optimal skin renewal and is truly the individualized care needed to maintain your complexion’s most radiant health,” said clinic esthetician Sonya Stelmachuk.

VISIA analysis works by using a multi-spectral imaging and analysis to capture key visual information on eight areas aﬀecting complexion health and appearance: spots, wrinkles, color variation in the skin tone, pores, sun damage, subsurface pigmentation, vascular conditions, and porphyrins (evidence of bacteria in pores). Your characteristics are then compared to others of your same age and skin type.

“We use this comprehensive information to plan the most optimal treatments and regimens for you, and you will receive a summary report providing a clear overview of your facial skin condition with our recommendations,” said Katie McClellan, PA-C.

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://https://www.shucosmeticsurgery.com/.

Contact: Steven Shu, MD, MBA

Katie McClellan, PA-C

E-mail: info@shuMD.com

Phone #: 952-922-9999

August Specials and Promotions- 20% off Laser Treatment Package of Your Choice

Posted on August 1, 2012 by admin

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.

Body Jet Liposuction Procedure in Minneapolis

Posted on July 19, 2012 by admin

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.

Dr. Shu, the First Doctor in Minnesota to Perform IDEAL breast lift™ and IDEAL Breast Lift with Augmentation™

Posted on June 19, 2012 by admin

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.

Contact: Steven Shu, MD, MBA

Katie McClellan, PA-C

E-mail: info@shuMD.com

Phone #: 952-922-9999

Specials and Promotions | June

Posted on June 1, 2012 by admin

It is the perfect time to get in shape for summer! Be sure to take advantage of this spectacular June offer.

-Buy two treatment zones of Skin Tightening and get one zone FREE or get 20% off of a package for one treatment zone.

This treatment is used to tighten the neck, face, abdomen and arms. Gently stimulates collagen which creates tighter, healthier skin.

Shu Cosmetic Surgery Medspa Announces a Non-surgical Lifetime Facelift

Posted on May 21, 2012 by admin

Shu Cosmetic Surgery Medspa has established an affordable non-surgical laser package for those wanting a tighter and lifted face and or neck,without the surgery downtime. This is a preventative treatment to help those who are starting to see sagging skin or for those whom surgery is not an option.

Edina, MN (May 2012) – Broad Band Light (BBL) offers the most advanced IPL (intense pulsed light) technology. BBL SkinTyte™ is a module using infrared light energy to deeply heat dermal collagen leading to a renewed collagen foundation for skin firming. Over the next few months, those receiving the treatment will see a tighter and uplifted appearance along with a younger fresher look to the skin from the stimulation of collagen.

Shu Cosmetic Surgery Institute Medpsa offers the ‘Lifetime Facelift’ in two types of laser packages; one package being a short term program consisting of 5 treatments every 4 weeks apart and the other being a lifetime (or yearly) program having a treatment every month. Both programs are can be executed in conjunction with chemical peels, microdermabrasion, additional laser treatments, and at home medical grade skincare products to achieve more dramatic and long-term results.

“One special advantage of the BBL SkinTyte™ laser treatments are that the treatments are done using non-ablative laser, so there is no peeling of the top layer of skin and has a lower risk of pigmentation changes. Since this procedure is non-invasive (no cutting) there is no need to take time off work,” said Katie, PA-C and medspa director.

For most patients there is no downtime at all and pain management is hardly an issue. It is possible a few people may have excessive swelling and or redness immediately following the treatment. More serious complications could include bumps, skin burn, blistering, permanent pigmentation changes, or skin depressions, although these are very rare.

Another advantage to the ‘Lifetime Facelift’ is the cost is considerably less than a surgical facelift, which is especially nice for younger patients who may not need a surgical facelift yet, or for those that want to prevent or prolong a surgical facelift in the future. It also works great for those who don’t want to consider a surgical facelift at all. Best candidates for skin-tightening laser procedures are for those who don’t quite need a surgical facelift yet or if the skin is just mildly sagging.

It is important to have realistic expectation when considering the ‘Lifetime Facelift’ in that this procedure is not meant to deliver the same results as a surgical face lift because there is no cutting of excess skin, but instead, it is firming the skin already there. It is not possible to erase 10-15 years with a non-invasive laser for tissue tightening. Results can vary from patient to patient due to differences in skin thickness, texture, healing response, and lifestyle variables. Dermal collagen remodeling takes place over time, so the final tightening and lifting result will be seen six months following your final session; however patients may be able to see some immediate results, with improvements continuing for up to six months following the procedure!

Contact: Steven Shu, MD, MBA
Katie McClellan, PA-C
E-mail: info@shuMD.com
Phone #: 952-922-9999

May Specials and Promotions- Smooth Shapes Cellulite treatments

Posted on May 1, 2012 by admin

Is your body ready for summer? Swimsuit season is around the corner but there is still time to get rid of cellulite and tighten up! This treatment helps to smooth out the thighs, abdomen, back and buttocks. It is a very relaxing and has long lasting results. Look great for swimsuit weather! Don’t miss out on our May Special!

Buy two treatment zones of Smooth Shapes Cellulite treatments and get one treatment zone FREE

Get 20% off of a package for one treatment zone.

April’s Monthly Special- 20% Off Photofacial Treatment Packages

Posted on April 1, 2012 by admin

Would you like to get rid of those unsightly brown spots and age spots and minimize wrinkles? Photofacials can give your skin a creamy, even skin tone and brigten your complexion. Photofacials help stimulate collagen to reduce fine lines and wrinkles caused by age, environmental stresses and sun damage. What are you waiting for? Treat your skin today! Get 20% off of a package of photofacial treatments in April.