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Dr. Elliott Named as One of Atlanta’s Top Doctors for 2017

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Deciding to undergo plastic surgery is merely the beginning of a patient’s journey towards cosmetic rejuvenation. There is perhaps no more important step in the plastic surgery process than finding the right doctor to perform your procedure. When selecting a plastic surgeon, there is more to it than finding a skilled surgeon with experience performing your respective procedure. The difference between a good plastic surgeon and a great one is not only the ability to provide the patient with the best cosmetic results, but to offer a reassuring and collaborative experience through the entire process.

dr elliott plastic surgeonBut finding the right plastic surgeon can be tricky, even for patients who know what they are looking for. That’s why it helps to have an organization like Castle Connolly around. Castle Connolly is dedicated to helping patients narrow down their search by recommending Top Doctors in cities around the country in a variety of different categories from general care doctors to plastic surgeons and everything in between. We are proud to announce that our own Dr. Franklyn Elliott has been named a Top Doctor in the field of plastic surgery in Castle Connolly’s 2017 list, featured in this July’s issue of Atlanta Magazine.

Being named a Top Doctor takes more than just having a great reputation with your patients. Dr. Elliott was nominated by his peers and fellow physicians. After the nomination process, Castle Connolly uses their own doctor-led panel to study the qualifications of each nominee, including their board certifications, education and medical training history, contributions to the medical field, professional achievements, and more to determine which doctors deserve the designation of Top Doctor.

Dr. Elliott is extremely honored to be named a Top Doctor once again. Being able to help patients regain their self-esteem and a more positive body image is certainly its own reward, but it really does mean a lot to receive such a prestigious honor from your colleagues in the field. For patients who seek aesthetic improvements, ranging from cosmetic breast surgery, facial procedures, liposuction, and so much more, Dr. Elliott and our entire staff are able to provide excellent care and the first-hand knowledge that only comes with over 35 years as a double board-certified plastic surgeon.

Regardless of what type of procedure you are considering, the first step in the process is to schedule your plastic surgery consultation. During a consultation, Dr. Elliott speaks at length with all his patients about what they hope to achieve through cosmetic surgery and how their respective procedure can help them achieve their desired aesthetic goals. For more information or to schedule a consultation today, please contact Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow Dr. Elliott on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for plastic surgery tips, updates, and more.

The Many Benefits of a Short Scar Facelift

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Scarring is a common concern for patients considering cosmetic surgery. I can say from my over 35 years as a board-certified plastic surgeon that this concern is only intensified for patients contemplating procedures to more visible areas of the body like their face. This is why I worked hard to develop a technique for my short scar facelift, a less invasive option for patients more on edge about potential scarring.

A short scar facelift differentiates itself from other facelift procedures by utilizing small incisions that begin in the temporal hair and extend downward in front of the earlobe. The facial skin and soft tissue is then repositioned to lift the cheeks and jowls, while reducing the prominence of the lower eyelids and softening the nasolabial folds, to provide a natural lifting effect. This way, patients can achieve a terrific result with only minimal scarring. Another added perk of the short scar facelift, is that since it is a minimally-invasive procedure that uses local anesthetic and Quill™ knotless sutures, very little downtime is generally required (though this can vary from patient to patient). In the video below, I detail my short scar facelift and which patients may most benefit from this specific procedure:

Keep in mind that every patient is different and a short scar facelift may not be right for everyone. For instance, patients who need a larger amount of skin removed and more tissue repositioned during their procedure would likely benefit more from a conventional facelift. This is one of the things that we will address during your facelift consultation to confirm which procedure type will prove most helpful for you and your unique aesthetic goals. If you are interested in a short scar facelift and would like to discuss this in more detail, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott, to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today. You can also follow along with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for more plastic surgery tips and information.

What Will My Liposuction Scars Look Like?

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Scarring is a natural and unavoidable part of any plastic surgery procedure. That said, certain procedures are associated with far less visible scarring than others. The scar size from a liposuction procedure is determined by the size of the cannula used to make the incision. Since I personally perform liposuction with a small micro-cannula that allows for smaller incisions (typically about a quarter of an inch), the scarring is minimal. In my experience, patients are generally delighted by their results and find the pro of their aesthetic improvement to be well worth con of whatever liposuction scarring may occur.

As a double board-certified plastic surgeon, I do believe it is my responsibility to discuss potential scarring with all of my patients during their pre-surgery consultations. Patients who are trying to determine which plastic surgery procedure is the right choice for them should choose based on their true aesthetic needs, not on the scar it may leave. Despite the marginal scarring that occurs after a liposuction procedure, scarring is still an issue that should be thoroughly considered. That’s why I have taken some time in the video below to detail what kind of scarring patients can typically expect following their liposuction procedure.

Regardless of what plastic surgery procedure you undergo, closely following your surgeon’s aftercare instructions during your recovery is the first step towards keeping your scarring to a minimum. Liposuction scars can disappear over time, but the smoothness and discreetness of your scar can depend on how well your body heals following your procedure. You can aid the healing process by taking your post-surgical care instructions to heart. If you are interested in liposuction surgery and would like to discuss this in more detail, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott, to schedule a consultation today. You can also follow along with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for more plastic surgery tips and information.

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