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Sweaty Armpits, Sweaty Feet, Sweaty Palms – Hyperhydrosis: Is Botox Right for You?

Sacramento,California. With the hot weather and thin clothing worn in Sacramento, we tend to notice body sweat a little easier, especially this time of year. Sweat is a useful lubricant in the arms and does help increase the tactile friction for fine grip in the hands and feet, and excessive sweating may help with thermoregulation however it may be socially embarrassing. For many antiperspirant reduces the embarrassment of body order and excessive sweating, however for some this isn’t enough. In fact in larger studies 1 out of 100 people sweat excessively. Excessive sweating of the axilla, hands or soles of the feet often referred to as Hyperhidrosis. Excessive sweating is socially embarrassing and psychologically disturbing especially for successful active people. (PRS: 110:222; 20002) (Primary hyperhidrosis has an unknown etiology while secondary hyperhdrosis can be due to antidepressants, hyperthyroidism, menopause, pheochromocytomas, and chronic infection and should be ruled out prior to treatment.)

If this is you or someone you know you may want to consider Botox or Dysport. It is amazing to see the difference after Botox treatment of hyperhidrosis. Plastic surgeons and cosmetic surgeons have been using Botox to treat crow’s feet and glabellar lines for years. Recently we have discovered that the chemodenervation of muscles of facial expression also reduces the sweat production as well. Selectively placed in certain areas of the body it can work wonders. No more sweaty palms and hand – shakes in the gym or the board room, no longer will you have to keep your arms to your sides. Botox as well as Dysport work well at decreasing the excessive sweat production found for affected individuals in the palms of the hands, armpits or axilla as well as the forehead or soles of the feet. You may be asking what are the downsides, well it does cost, and it requires a few needle pokes which can be painful in the ands and feet but seem to well tolerated in the axilla however the effects can last up to eight months in some studies. (Naumann, M., Flachenecker, P., Brocker, E. B., et al. Botulinum toxin for palmar hyperhidrosis. Lancet 349: 252, 1997.) For some their insurance may even covers the cost of the chemodenervation of the sweat glands. It is exciting to have such an easy fix to such an embarrassing problem. Previously treatment options included anticholinergic medicines that had many side effects such as dry mouth dizziness and constipation or chest/ thoracic surgery for thoracic sympathectomy and surgically removing the nerves to the armpits through liposuction. The best treatment for you should be decided between you and your physician or plastic surgeon. We look at best treatments as safe effective and inexpensive. Botox for hyperhydrosis seems to be an easy choice for the majority of people. For some Vaser liposuction done superficially may also be desirable. Have a great summer.

Sacramento Plastic Surgon Dr Charles Perry Finds that Botox Cosmetic May Provide More than a Pretty Appearance.

Treating people from Roseville, Folsom, Sacramento and across California, Dr Charles Perry MD FACS a plastic surgeon and medical director of Chrysalis Cosmetics has noticed an increasing popularity of chemoneuromodulators such as Botox in his cosmetic surgery practice. It seems that most people like Botox Cosmetic or Dysport, both chemoneuromodulators used to relax muscles of facial expression. Many would argue that their popularity is due to how they make you look. One of the most interesting facets of chemoneuromodulation (relaxing the muscles of facial expression) is the way it changes facial expression and enhances the way you feel and express non-verbal communication. Realizing facial expression reveals our inner emotions to the outside world, it is critical that you are able to find a plastic surgeon to modulate these 43 muscles of expression in a precise way as they can betray our sometimes better kept private emotional state. These 43 muscles are the only muscles that are attached to the skin and as such are the most reliable way for us to read each others true feelings and are more important in communication than the words spoken. 70-85% of meaning in communication comes from non-verbal cues and while 50% of non verbal communication comes from facial expression, it is the similarity across cultures and ethnicity of these expressions that is truly amazing. In fact even the blind have similar facial expressions for their emotional state. The six core emotions occurring ubiquitous across cultures and in the blind include: happiness, anger disgust fear sadness and surprise. Marketers, poker players as well as the government officials have been using these facial expressions to read our true emotional state. Political campaigns and CIA officials use these signs as well.

Botox administered by a board certified plastic surgeon other well trained surgon allows us to present the emotional state we want and removes the unwanted or provoking expressions. In Sacramento it seems most people want to look relaxed or happy. Most prefer not to have an expression of disgust, fear or sadness, even preferring surprise to anger. Chemoneuromodulation of the brows and eyes as well as the lips and allows trained plastic surgeons such to create a natural look and expression of your choosing. What an awesome tool to have access to.

Have you ever noticed that when you smile people smile back? Try it! You could also try frowning, anger or disgust and you will most likely say that non-verbal expression mirrored in those around you. For many Botox allows them to create the environment they choose and feelings they like. Plastic surgery allows you so much freedom. Invest in yourself. Try Botox today! It’s more than just an injectible chemoneuromodulator it’s a mood changer!

Looking Your Best through Facial Cosmetic Plastic Surgery and Laser Skin Rejuvenation

For people living in and around Sacramento California, ultraviolet radiation from the sun is a daily occurrence. As a plastic surgeon specializing in facial rejuvenation procedures we know that age and sun exposure as well smoking change the appearance of our skin. We see the relaxation of the skin or even sagging around specific areas of the face such as the jowls, marionette lines, parenthesis under eyes, and neck as well as the brow. We notice the change of skin color and the roughening of its texture. At first fine lines develop and then come the creases and the waddle. Other changes include the loss of underlying soft tissue volume and the bone support followed by the relaxation of the supporting facial muscles. Now before giving up hope there is much we can do to reverse the aging appearance. As a plastic surgeon in Sacramento with a practice devoted to serving the cosmetic needs of the people in the Roseville, Granite Bay, Folsom, Elk Grove, Davis, Stockton, Woodland, and Modesto region, Dr Charles Perry understands the unique aspects of facial aging and will develop a specific plan to comprehensively improve your appearance with you.

We have found that laser skin rejuvenation, soft tissue fillers, muscle enhancement and lifting allow the look of beauty to return in a dramatic yet natural way. Dr Perry uses the latest in skin care technology (Vivite, Clinque, Obagi, iS Clinical), lasers (Venus, Gemini, Fraxel), and chemical peels (TCA, Glycolic) to refresh the skin and bring out the luster and softness that give the look and feel of youthful skin. Once the skin is beautified the wrinkles and reduced, the underlying soft tissues can be adjusted to enhance the contour and proportions. Using Vaser liposelection, Structural Fat transfers, Restylane, Juvederm, Sculptra or other fillers, Dr Perry is able to enhance the facial balance and appearance (Visit our website to try the visualizer tool). As we age the lower half of the face can get heavy while the upper half gets thinner. A little lift and some volume adjustments can make a dramatic improvement. We can also address other specific areas with a rhinoplasty or nose rejuvenation, Blepharoplasty or eye lid lift and the brows with a forehead or brow lift. Developing an individual plan with you is something Dr Perry and Chrysalis Cosmetics are known for and it is one of the many things that distinguish their cosmetic plastic surgery practice. For some a facelift is all that is needed while for others a chin or cheek implant may be required to provide better facial harmony. When your skin looks and feels its best and the shape of the face looks like it’s supposed too people feel better. At Chrysalis Cosmetics we take pride in assisting our community and you look and feel better. We are honored to be assist you with age management and look forward to meeting you.

Facial Beauty Doesn’t always Require a Med Spa. For Dramatic Results a Plastic Surgeon May be Better Suited to Meet Your Needs

This year we are seeing more and more people seeking plastic surgery to enhance their appearance and status at work. In the Sacramento Valley of California we are seeing an increased interest in skin enhancement. Perhaps it is the increasing intensity of the sun or the fact that the skin is the largest organ of the body. Many different options are available to enhance the skin. Certainly starting with a good sun screen and adding antioxidants and retinols as well as moisturizes helps the appearance. However, more dramatic results can be achieved through laser skin rejuvenation, a non-ablative laser technique used by Dr Perry at Chrysalis Cosmetics improves the skin texture and tone as well as color with minimal down time. It is amazing what we can do now with enhancing the face through skin changes, volume changes as well as skin tightening procedures.

What makes a trip to your plastic surgeon for assessment of your face so valuable is the comprehensive training they complete such as Dr Perry and the fact that they can offer the full line of treatment and tailor the treatment to your needs not just a limited skill set of a nurse or family medical doctor. Plastic Surgeons can operate as well as provide fillers and use lasers for skin care on a routine basis. Plastic Surgeons such as Dr Perry specializing in Cosmetic results based upon a training in general surgery and a specialization focus on the aesthetic to create natural harmonious results.
We are seeing more people interested in laser skin therapy combined with fillers such as Juvederm, Sculptra and Restylane to enhance the facial volume and tighten the skin at the same time. It is amazing what can be done without surgery. Laser skin resurfacing and chemical peels are also popular as many of our patients are taking advantage of their down time to enhance the skin’s texture and rejuvenate the appearance. We have added a skin care specialist Carmen Sumner who can also perform facials and color matching as well as chemical peels and waxing for the unwanted hair.
While some people like the minimal downtime the non-surgical procedures offer we are also seeing a dramatic rise in those seeking permanent changes through surgery and more permanent facial fillers such as cheek implants, chin implants and structural fat grafting. They want something that provides a more permanent change a more dramatic effect for their changing life and circumstances. However once a patient has experienced the facial enhancement that a little volume or laser skin tighten offers they start desiring longer duration. We have also seen an increase in patients seeking a second facelift, rhinoplasty or blepharoplasty.
The face seems to be the focus of many or our patients these days as looking and feeling younger seems to help the confidence which can help during stressful economic times. We look forward to helping you enhance your appearance. With so many new options available let us help you achieve the look you desire.

Plastic Surgery: Incision – less Otoplasty

Otoplasty or surgery of the ear is something that can have a dramatic effect upon a person’s life. Having malformed or very large ears creates much unwanted attention for the owner. What we see after fixing the ears or pinning the ears is truly amazing. To witness the expression one has after having their ears fixed is phenomenal. Large ears affect not only one’s hairstyle but can affect confidence as well, especially if they are subjected to teasing. Plastic surgeons have special training in helping people with unique characteristics make changes that allow them to appear like they wish. (Notice the left ear before incision-less otoplasty surgery and after below)

At Chrysalis Cosmetics we have started performing the incision-less otoplasty for some patients. Incision-less otoplasty has actually been around since the 1960’s however was done from the front of the ear. Dr Charles Perry places sutures to form the antihelical fold that is often missing in children and adults with large ears. By combining several well placed sutures and anterior scoring of the antihelical fold cartilage a fold can be created. We are finding this procedure is well tolerated and creates a natural looking ear with less recovery time. The plastic surgical procedure takes about an hour. Of course if the conchal bowl (or cup of the ear) is too large a set back or resection of the excess cartilage may be required and does require an incision and slightly more time. Of course a thorough examination is required prior to any decision as to what technique can be used to reduce the prominence of the ears and a discussion with your plastic surgeon as well. As a plastic surgeon in Sacramento Dr Charles Perry of Chrysalis Cosmetics has found that otoplasty or surgery of the ear is one of the most rewarding procedures he offers and looks forward to answering your questions.

Plastic Surgery at Chrysalis Cosmetics: The Halo Effect of Plastic Surgery

Plastic Surgery gives more than an improved looks, it gives hope and opportunity to those brave enough to share their personal desires to look their best. The opportunity exists for people to enhance their personal presentation to the outside world and in return brighten their day and those around them. We call this the halo effect of plastic surgery. When you look great you give off a golden halo of charm. The halo effect that beauty and confidence create is seen by all and can be felt by others when you enter a room. It is one of the most exciting aspects of plastic surgery and cosmetic enhancements that we experience at Chrysalis Cosmetics and the effect we want for you. Sharing joy and excitement though in an environment that is supportive and nurturing allows you to transform and revealing the very best.
This is our hope for you and over the years it has been so exciting to see the people whom are willing to share with others their hope of living life looking and feeling their best. Being allowed to share our knowledge and skills with you is one of the best rewards we experience every day. At Chrysalis Cosmetics we look forward to meeting you.

Chrysalis Cosmetics; Sacramento Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery Focused on Your Personal Beauty

Plastic Surgery is based upon transformations. As a fully trained, board certified plastic surgeon, Dr Charles Perry created Chrysalis Cosmetics in order to provide an environment for beautiful transformations to occur. Chrysalis refers to the transformation that occurs when the pupa transforms into a butterfly. This word symbolizes our practice and our belief that life should be beautiful (Our goals). Through gentle techniques, excellent service, and a comprehensive approach, Chrysalis Cosmetics specializes in creating beauty. Specifially, we offer facial procedures including (our serivces); rhinoplasty, facelifts, brow and eye lifts, neck lifts, and laser surgical procedure as well as Botox, Juvederm, Restylane, Obagi, Vivite, iS Clinical and Skin Care. In the area of body contouring we specialize in; breast enhancement and breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tucks and thigh and buttock lifts as well as breast lifts and mommy makeovers that allow for physical transformations.

Having trained for over seven years in the art and science of plastic surgery Dr Perry decided to focus his artistic eye and surgical skills upon the field of Cosmetic Plastic Surgery in order to provide a unique environment for you and his staff. Transformations occur in the mind, body, and spirit for most and this requires a dedicated staff with specific training and a focused approach to our needs. As the medical profession becomes more focused on mass production, speed, and larger practice groups, insurance billing and lawyers, Chrysalis Cosmetics focuses upon the individual and the specific need you have. We look forward to helping you reveal your inner beauty and are excited to be apart of your transformation.

Sacramento Plastic Surgery

Plastikos – to mold or shape – is the root of what we at Chrysalis Cosmetics (located in Sacramento California) specialize in performing every day. What makes Chrysalis Cosmetics unique is our team approach. Our goal is to provide patients an opportunity to look and feel their very best – enhancing their quality of life. When people look their best they act accordingly and others often see them in a better light. Utilizing the latest technologies in a fully accredited plastic surgery office and a systematic approach, we provide effective luxury aesthetic plastic surgery services in a safe, relaxed environment that supports our local community and healthy ways of living. We look forward to speaking with you.