Plastic Surgery, Skin Care and the Science of Rejuvenation Photos by Carolyn Wright
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hen it comes to beauty, the products and procedures claiming to deliver miracles are endless. A respected, trained and experienced plastic surgeon who takes the time to educate you on your options, what to expect, and what’s right for you will make a bigger difference than all the products and procedures money can buy.
a member of both the America Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Santa Fe Plastic Surgery Center offers a full suite of plastic surgery and skin care services, as well as a private, on-site operating room, which boasts the highest possible level of accreditation from the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities.
Santa Fe Plastic Surgery Center’s founder, Dr. James Green, has been practicing plastic surgery in New Mexico for the past 25 years. He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and
“Our philosophy is comprehensive; it is based on science and compassion. I think it is important that patients not only understand their options, but also the results that are to be expected
based on their individual situation,” Dr. Green explains. “There are so many products and services on the market. It’s overwhelming to figure out what is right for you. This is medicine, not fashion.” There are three general areas for which patients come to Santa Fe Plastic Surgery Center: skin care, injectables and plastic surgery. Skin care is first, and it’s important. Regular skin care treatments maintain and improve the health of your skin and deliver a younger, more radiant appearance. The second area is injectables, which includes relaxers and fillers. “Muscles cause expressions, and
expressions cause lines,” describes Dr. Green. “In addition, as we age, we lose facial volume. Injectables allow us to mitigate both of these effects.” The third area is surgery. “When we talk about rejuvenation procedures, plastic surgery is considered the gold standard because it provides the largest and longest lasting improvements. The best way to look as good as possible for as long as possible is to take advantage of all areas of rejuvenation—skin care, injectables, and plastic surgery,” Dr. Green sums up. A comprehensive list of services offered at the Santa Fe Plastic Surgery Center
includes: facelifts, liposuction, breast augmentation and reductions, tummy tucks, nose jobs, Botox and fillers, and a long menu of skin care treatments. Santa Fe Plastic Surgery Center emphasizes patient privacy and quality of care. The beautiful facility allows patients to relax while receiving individualized care of the highest professional and ethical standards. “It’s about compassion,” says Dr. Green. Positive patient testimonials abound. “I had two plastic surgery procedures (a midface lift and lid lift), and I was
thoroughly pleased with the results. The entire procedure of undergoing and recovering from the surgery was easier than I expected. I’d recommend Dr. Green to anyone considering plastic surgery. He’s ethical and honest, and pricing is reasonable,” says one woman. “I like caring for people,” Dr. Green reflects. “The best part of our job is the personal interactions. Our best result is our patient’s best result.” Santa Fe Plastic Surgery 1631 Hospital Drive 505.988.2215 santafeplasticsurgerycenter.com