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Skin Tightening with Ultherapy

You know about cosmetic surgery – to remove facial wrinkles by lifting the brow, face or neck. You also know about the benefits of BOTOX® and fillers, which temporarily smooth out facial lines and wrinkles for a rejuvenated appearance. But you probably don’t know about Ultherapy® – and you should.

This new treatment, recently FDA approved for facial rejuvenation, is now available at The Bressler Center. It is a great, non-invasive alternative to peels, microdermabrasion and laser skin resurfacing for treating the face and neck. Ultherapy isn’t a replacement for the dramatic effects of surgery, but if does offer a natural, ‘no downtime’ approach to noticeably improving lax skin.

The Ulthera® System uses ultrasound, rather than laser technology, to lift, tighten, and tone loose skin, thereby counteracting the effects of time and gravity. Ultherapy will lift the brow, which in turn reduces the excess skin on the lids, opens up the eyes and gives a more refreshed appearance.

Ultherapy is a 30 to 60 minute procedure that uses the body’s own subtle healing response to gently, gradually and reliably restore memory to the skin and its underlying tissue. Ultherapy requires no special recuperation or preparation and typically only takes one treatment to get a meaningful response. Patients enjoy some initial effect immediately following the procedure, but the ultimate lifting will take two to three months, as old collagen is rejuvenated and supplemented with new, stronger collagen.

New Products and Procedures

ZYTAZE®: New Medical Supplement

ZYTAZE®, a series of 10 capsules that provides nutritional support. Taken prior to treatment, this supplement can enhance and prolong the effects of botulinum toxin injections such as BOTOX® and Dysport. Click ZYTAZE® to learn more.

Latisse™: New Medication for Longer Lashes

Latisse® is a new medication from the makers of BOTOX®. It was discovered after its use in glaucoma patients resulted in significantly longer, thicker, and darker lashes in patients. Now it is available for cosmetic use. Click Latisse to learn more about this new medication.

Clarisonic: First Oral Care, Now Your Skin

Clarisonic, from the creators of Sonicare®, is the latest innovation in advanced skin care. It’s more effective than traditional superficial cleansing, yet gentle on your skin. It not only cleanses the skin, but also helps reduce dry patches, blemishes, and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

New Aquecool™ Rapid Recovery System and Masks

We are excited to introduce Aquecool™, a new tool for recovery after facial rejuvenation surgery. Aquecool masks significantly reduce postoperative pain and allow for substantially decreased bruising and swelling. The mask attaches to a cooling device to provide 24 hours of continuous cooling, compression, and soothing for those first few postoperative days. Patients will no longer need to use messy, wet, cool compresses. And, Aquecool will take a burden off the family member or friend assisting at home with postoperative care and allow for continuous therapy. The Aquecool system is rented by the patient for seven days and the mask is purchased. This mask can be kept for future use after laser resurfacing or filler treatment. Patients at The Bressler Center have been enthusiastic about Aquecool, and the surgeons and staff believe the masks can make a considerable difference in the healing process.

Richie’s Specialty Pharmacy: Nasal/Sinus Irrigation Formula

Many patients in Houston suffer from sinusitis. Dr. Bressler has found that using Richie’s formula of nasal/sinus irrigations can treat patients effectively and sometimes avoid a surgery. Click the logo link to learn more.

Honors, Awards and Recent Publications

Dr. Bressler Receives Special Recognition

In 2011, Dr. Bressler was once again recognized as one of the Best Doctors in America. This honor is given to only the top two percent of physicians and awarded based on peer review from other physicians. It is another testament to the unique, respected, and excellent work that Dr. Bressler provides for all his patients.

Dr. Bressler Honored with Multiple Awards

Dr. Fred J. Bressler was recently bestowed the title of Fellow to the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS). This has elevated Dr. Bressler’s status from Member and denotes his long experience and devotion to the AAFPRS.

He was also presented the award for Outstanding Clinical Faculty by the Baylor College of Medicine Plastic Surgery Department. Dr. Bressler, who holds dual teaching appointments at Baylor College of Medicine, serving in both the Department of Surgery, Plastic Surgery division and in the Department of Otolaryngology, was honored with the award by residents and members of the Baylor faculty.

In 2011, for the seventh year in a row, Dr. Fred J. Bressler received the SuperDoc award from Texas Monthly magazine. This honor is given to only the top two percent of physicians and awarded based on peer review from other physicians. It is important to note that The Bressler Center has no financial interest in Texas Monthly and the award was based solely on Dr. Bressler’s merit and the opinions of referring physicians. Additionally, Dr. Bressler was again named a “Top Doc” by H Texas magazine. He has also received this award for the last several years.

At The Bressler Center, we feel that this consistent recognition is symbolic of the patient care and high-quality work performed by Dr. Bressler and the rest of the staff at The Bressler Center.