Smartlipo is a laser procedure that uses wavelengths to offer optimal fat disruption and melting for effective body contouring.  It uses a laser to melt away fat cells while simultaneously heating and tightening the skin in the treated area. A small fiber optic cannula is inserted into the top layers of the skin through a small incision.  The laser causes the membranes of the fat cells to rupture.  The melted fat is aspirated through the same incision. The treatment offers a smooth result.

Smartlipo is a smart choice.  It is performed under local anesthesia, is less invasive and has less risk than traditional liposuction procedures.  It may also result in less bruising, swelling and bleeding.  Recovery time is reduced due to fewer traumas to the skin.

Because Smartlipo is less invasive and causes less trauma, it is extremely effective for contouring delicate areas such as face, chin, neck and arm.  While it also offers skin tightening which is effective for larger areas of fat removal.

As with any liposuction procedure, an ideal candidate is one that doesn’t plan on additional pregnancy, is at a healthy weight and is in good general health.  Liposuction is not for weight loss.

Don’t be fooled by anyone offering liposuction procedures.  Smartlipo is a technique that requires extensive training and should be performed by board certified plastic surgeons.

Dr. Heck is a board certified plastic surgeon based in Columbus, Ohio with over 10 years of experience in various forms of cosmetic surgery. He and his staff are committed to making the experience and results personal to you.  His attention to detail and artistic touch is what sets him apart from his competitors. He wants you to not only feel your best, but also look your best. Let us exceed your expectations. Join us for a consultation to start your plan!

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Sculptra Aesthetic, also known as the liquid facelift, rejuvenates and revolumizes your skin to a youthful appearance.  It is an anti-aging treatment designed for long-lasting results.  The first injectable wrinkle treatment that can help replace lost collagen.  A full treatment of Sculptra Aesthetic, an average of three injection sessions over a few months, can last up to two years.

Sculptra Aesthetic is a new type of facial injectable that is made from poly-L-lactic acid, which helps your skin replace lost collagen.  It helps to correct shallow to deep facial wrinkles and folds that appear with aging.  Of course, individual results and treatment lengths vary.

For gradual, subtle, long lasting results, learn more and see if Sculptra Aesthetic is right for you.  CAPS is looking forward to you joining us during this informational session.  Space is limited.  Please RSVP by September 20^th by calling us at 614.246.6900.

We look forward to joining you on your path to a more youthful appearance!

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The staff at Dr. Heck’s office had the good fortune of meeting a group of women from a recent plastic surgery conference that put together an amazing guide to breast augmentation.  This group of women work in the office of one of our ASPS board certified plastic surgery associates and have first-hand experience with making this important decision.

We are happy to share their tips for getting stated on breast augmentation and look forward to our initial consultation to determine if breast augmentation is right for you.

Tips for getting starting on the process of breast augmentation:

• Find an ASPS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
• Determine why breast augmentation is for you
• Research before and after pictures and be sure you are comparing your body type and breast type with those that are similar to you
• Do not focus on a cup size.  Focus on your ideal size and shape of the breast and the proportion of your body.
• Try them on for size!  Spend a great deal of time trying on various sizes of implants with different outfits.  Once you have narrowed down your implant size, try it on again.  You might be surprised to find out that one breast is bigger than the other and each may require a different size implant.  It is very common.
• How important is cleavage to you?  Cleavage is not determined by cup size, but rather the position of the breasts.
• Will you need a breast lift, or mastopexy, along with the breast augmentation?
• What are the costs of the surgery?  How will you pay for the surgery?  There are many options for you to consider.
• Find out a little about the brand of implant that your surgeon uses and whether the best fit for you is silicone or saline implants.
• Work with your surgeon to determine if your implants will be placed submuscular (beneath the muscle) or subglandular (on top of the muscle, beneath the existing breast tissue).
• A couple of other implant things to consider are shape and texture of the implant.
• Determine your recovery plan and put things in place to ensure a quick, healthy recovery.

Dr. Robert Heck is a board certified plastic surgeon based in Columbus, Ohio with over 10 years of experience in various forms of cosmetic surgery. It is his attention to detail and artistic touch that sets him apart from his competitors. He is dedicated to taking a personalized approach to customizing your cosmetic surgery. He wants you to not only feel your best, but also look your best. Let us exceed your expectations one patient at a time.

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The first step in the process is finding a surgeon that is a good fit for you.  Once you feel comfortable and confident with the surgeon, many of the common stumbling blocks can be worked through with your surgeon and the office staff.

Below, are some of the common stumbling blocks associated with surgery.  It is important to identify them, make a list and meet with you surgeon to address them.

• Cost of the surgery – Because it is an elective surgery, you may find it hard to justify spending the money on the procedure.  Good new is that in working with your surgeon, you may find that all or part of your procedure could be covered under your insurance.  Many surgeons offer financing plans that will allow you to fit reasonable payments into your budget.
• Feelings of fear and guilt – Any surgical procedure is scary.  You will go into it not being 100% certain of the outcome.  Because you are electing to have this procedure, you are sure to have feelings of guilt.  What sort of burden will you be putting on those that will help with your recovery?  Recovery time varies depending on the individual and the type of surgery, so talk with your surgeon during your consultation on what you can expect during the recovery process. Thus, you and your family will be prepared to handle the initial challenges and make your healing and recovery a smooth and comfortable process.
• Fear of anesthesia – You may not have had a surgical procedure in the past and are terrified about going under anesthesia.  The anesthesiologist will be present during the entire anesthetic and surgical procedure. Their goal is to make it possible for you to undergo your procedure, but also, and just as importantly, they are present to monitor and care for you as though you were in an intensive care unit with your private physician at bedside the entire time. They are trained to control and eliminate pain and anxiety. As a group, they are considered by most standards to be the safest of all the medical-surgical specialties
• Down time – As with any surgical procedure, there is some recovery time necessary to heal and allow your body to conform to the changes that were made.  Often with such advancements in surgical procedures, your down time will be little more than a long weekend with some longer restriction regarding exercise. Make sure to sit down with your physician and their staff and review your post-operative recovery restrictions so you can be prepared with healthy expectations.
• Pain – Not a fan of pain or have a very low pain threshold?  Localized anesthesia and oral pain management allow you to stay comfortable throughout the procedure and during your recovery time.  Many of the new surgical techniques offer non-invasive procedures that minimize pain and recovery.

Often the fear of the unknown is worse than the actual facts.  Dr. Robert Heck M.D. and his staff offer a tremendous amount of support and guidance throughout your process.  From your first consultation to your post surgery evaluations, Dr. Heck can assure you a smooth, comfortable, satisfying result.

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Building on years of experience, our highly trained surgeons and medical staff pride themselves on mastering the latest non-invasive treatment options.  “Our patients love the immediate results they receive from the treatments.  It is a non-invasive way to vanish the aging lines and to look younger and more vibrant,” says Dr. Robert Heck.

Allergan is a global leader in multi-specialty health care focused on discovering, developing and commercializing innovative pharmaceuticals, biologics, medical devices and over-the-counter consumer products that enable people to live life to its greatest potential.

At Columbus Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery our goal is to make your cosmetic goals a reality and we work to make that happen for each and every one of our patients. Columbus Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery consists of four Ohio based board-certified plastic surgeons: Dr. Timothy Treece, Dr. Susan Vasko, Dr. Robert Heck and Dr. John Wakelin, as well as three full service Medical Spa locations. We are dedicated to creating an enjoyable, stress-free and thoroughly rewarding experience for you from your initial consultation to your last post-operative visit. Our job is to help you realize your aesthetic goals and to help enhance the confident, beautiful person you already are.

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Dr. Robert Heck M.D. and his associates are always searching for ways to make any procedure more comfortable for their patients, from start to finish.  The office is thrilled when a product or service can enhance any procedure and are pleased to bring it to their patients.

Dr. Heck and his associates have begun encouraging patients to try a product called SinEcch to reduce the bruising and swelling resulting from cosmetic surgery procedures. SinEcch is made from the herb Arnica Montana and is clinically proven to reduce bruising and swelling after surgery.

SinEcch has been successfully used over the past 10 years for hundreds of plastic surgery procedures and has become increasingly common.  Patients have found that using SinEcch helps to speed the post-operative recovery process and reduce uncomfortable swelling and bruising.

Although this product is not available in the office of Dr. Heck, it can be found at Whole Foods Markets and GNC stores.  The staff at the office of Dr. Heck would be happy to answer any questions or further discuss the contributions this supplement is making in post-surgery recovery.

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Plastic surgery is not just for getting thinner or smoother. It can be life changing for many people who are frustrated with their appearance and want to fight the signs of aging.  Plastic surgery can also be for some of the less glamorous reasons like correcting a birth defect or revising a scar.

There is a good chance that a board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Heck is just around the corner. Take an opportunity to research your physician and the procedure you are interested in.  We want our patients to feel confident and secure with their decision and prepared for the post-operative period. If you are happy with the procedure, you will be a satisfied customer.

Once you have found a board certified plastic surgeon, schedule a consultation with the office.  During your consultation, the staff will review your procedure, answer any and all questions, show you before and after pictures, and discuss cost and scheduling.

Don’t discount the possibility of a healthy, happy you.  It may be just a consultation away!

Dr. Robert Heck is a board certified plastic surgeon based in Columbus, Ohio with over 10 years of experience in various forms of cosmetic surgery. It is his attention to detail and artistic touch that sets him apart from his competitors. He is dedicated to taking a personalized approach to customizing your cosmetic surgery. He wants you to not only feel your best, but also look your best. Let us exceed your expectations one patient at a time.

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One of the biggest decisions to make in exploring plastic surgery is why you are considering a procedure.  This decision should be made solely based on how you feel about yourself and changing something that will ultimately benefit YOU.  It is not an easy decision and one that takes time.

Once you have made the decision to have cosmetic surgery, finding the right surgeon is the next step.   You need to make sure that you have found an experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who is highly skilled in the procedures your desire. It is also important to feel comfortable with not only him but his staff and that you have all your questions answered.

Do your research!  Find a cosmetic surgeon that will address your area(s) of concern and create a surgical plan specific to you.  During your consultation, there should be a very personal nature to your evaluation.  Once there is an understanding of the desired outcome, a procedure should be designed and discussed in detail.  Also, a thorough check of the cosmetic surgeon’s background and training is very important. Cosmetic surgery is a choice so take the time and make sure you have found the right doctor!

Dr. Robert Heck, MD is board certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. As a world-renowned surgeon, he specializes in various types of cosmetic and reconstructive surgical procedures. Dr. Heck and his staff are committed to excellent patient care and ensuring patient satisfaction and safety.

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Your next step is to call and request a consultation with the surgeon to discuss your procedure and his/her recommendations.  Here are some questions to consider asking during your consultation:

• What is the experience level on the particular procedure?  You will want to know where the surgeon was trained, if he/she is a board certified plastic surgeon, how often he/she performs the procedure and the pre and post surgery plan.
• What are the risks of the procedure?  Is there something you can do pre-surgery to help minimize any risk?
• What is the expected recovery time?  What can you expect recovery to be like? When will you return to normal activity?  What do you need to do to plan for the recovery period?
• What is the surgeon’s policy on surgical revisions?  Things aren’t always 100% the first time.  Through the healing process, the procedure might not provide the intended results.  How will the surgeon plan to correct the results?
• What is the cost of the surgery?

If you enter into the surgical procedure fully aware of what to expect, you will feel content with your decision and have a successful outcome. It is important to schedule a consultation to ensure your have realistic expectations about your surgery, the results, and the recovery. Once your feel comfortable with your surgeon and their staff and feel confident in the physician’s surgical skills, you are ready to schedule your procedure!

Dr. Robert Heck is a board certified plastic surgeon based in Columbus, Ohio with over 10 yearsof experience in various forms of cosmetic surgery. It is his attention to detail and artistic touchthat sets him apart from his competitors. He is dedicated to taking a personalized approach to customizing your cosmetic surgery. He wants you to not only feel your best but look your best. Let us exceed your expectations one patient at a time.

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Our first recommendation is to set up a consultation with one of our aestheticians to discuss skin care. They will guide you in the right direction, discuss your skin concerns, and offer recommendations to correct or improve them.  They are skilled in chemical peels, microdermabrasion, dermaplane, medical grade facials, mineral makeup application and color match, and are Obagi & SkinMedica specialists. Let them work their magic and transform your skin to that youthful, healthy glow.

If you are looking for a minimally invasive approach, Dr. Heck is skilled in Botox & Dysport injectables, and Juvederm and Restylane which are facial fillers. Dr. Heck can turn back time and smooth away the wrinkles on your forehead, between your brows, around the crow’s feet, and above the upper lip. He can also bring back volume to the deep lines that can form around your mouth and nose and even give you a fuller pout. Dr. Heck also performs facial laser treatments which can smooth the skin, remove age spots, melasma, and visible blood vessels. Laser therapy can even tighten skin and improve the fine lines that form on the face.

Dr. Heck also offers performs multiple facial surgeries to correct the signs of aging. A face lift is most likely the most common procedure for facial rejuvenation. There are two types of facelifts, including a mini and a full procedure. This surgery involves tightening sagging skin across the face, which will also eliminate almost all wrinkles, providing an overall more youthful look and tighter, smoother skin. Additionally, a neck lift can be performed to tighten up the sagging skin on the neck and throat area or even liposuction of the neck to remove excess fat under your chin that is difficult to lose.

For the eye area, eyelid surgery can remove the sagging skin and fat deposits that can collect above and below the eyes. A brow lift can tighten the skin across the brow and forehead to remove the wrinkles and lines that make many people appear worried or angry throughout the day.

All of these procedures can be included in a facial rejuvenation, or a person can choose which surgeries would suit them best.  The staff at Columbus Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery is here to assist you in making that choice.  Dr. Robert Heck, MD is board certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. As a world-renowned surgeon, he specializes in various types of cosmetic and reconstructive surgical procedures. Dr. Heck and his staff are committed to excellent patient care and ensuring patient satisfaction and safety.

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