At Murphy Plastic Surgery we are constantly promoting the use of sunscreen to all of our patients so we love reading articles that help the public better understand the importance and must knows about sunscreen like the one in Men’s Journal for September 2010.  The article titled “The False Security of Sunscreen” brings up some startling facts, fantastic reminders and helpful sun protection products.

One of the most startling facts in the report states that while most sunscreens protect against UVB rays 92% of them fail to block the suns UVA rays which penetrate deeper and are the cause of skin cancer.  Another interesting fact for those of us living in the mile high city is that UV rays increase by 4% for every 1000 foot jump in elevation, so above 12,000 feet we double our UV exposure.  The reflection of the sun off of water increases the intensity of UV rays by 50% and off snow increases the intensity of  by 80%!  While Dr. Murphy has always recommended that patients reapply sunscreen every hour while out enjoy our beautiful Colorado outdoors, it might be necessary to reapply every 30-40 minutes while in the water or on the slopes.

One of the rules we tell patients to follow when looking for a sunscreen is to make sure it contains the ingredients zinc and titanium dioxide.  The Men’s Journal article also recommends looking for the ingredient avobensone ormeroxyl sx.  These ingredients are key to blocking both UVA and UVB rays.  The article also recommends picking sunscreens without vitamin A and oxybenzone which have been linked to increased risk of tumors and DNA damage.  You should also avoid sprays and powders, use an spf of 30 or higher and still get a healthy dose of vitamin D from the sun (15 minutes a day is about all you need!).

If you need an excuse to go shopping there are some fantasticly fun and protective products on the market now.  Plain t-shirts can block 86% of the suns rays but brands like Columbia make shirts that can keep out 98% of the suns rays.  Hats and sun glasses are always a must for outdoor play.  Which is a perfect excuse to go out and buy the Oakley’s you’ve always wanted which can block 99% ov UVB and 95% of UVA rays.  And check out www.uvsunsense.com for their sunsense wrist band.  Apply lotion to the wrist band and as the band fades from orange to lavender you know it’s time to reapply.  As always you can pick up the best in sunscreens from Murphy Plastic Surgery.  Stop by our office in Englewood anytime, no appointment necessary or call to have your favorite sunscreen shipped.

Murphy Plastic Surgery has been singing the praises of Skin Medica medical skin care products for years.  Their new TNS Essential Serum has turned out to be the most amazing product from this company so far.  TNS Essential Serum combines growth factors, peptides, antioxidants and more to regenerate your skin.  This product improves fine lines, wrinkles and tone and texture of the skin.  It is an all in one product which means this is the only product you will need besides a sunscreen.  What takes four, five or more products in most lines is accomplished with one product!

TNS Essential Serum has been flying off the shelves at our Englewood, Colorado location this summer.  It is such an easy to use, amazing results product that it is the only product that Dr. Murphy uses for himself!

Right now we are continuing our June special of 20% off all skin care products and treatments.Normally the TNS Essentail Serum runs $250 but with this special it will cost $200.  Remember this is the one and only skin care product besides sunscreen that you will need, so come in and get ready for younger, smoother, more refreshed skin.

Did you know that May is skin cancer awareness month?

Along with regular skin care treatments such as Microlaser peels, facial peels, microdermabrasion or BBL (broad band  light) you should also be using effective skin care products at home to maximize your skin’s youthful appearance.  With summer approaching we like to reinforce the use of a good sunscreen.  Your make-up may contain an adequate SPF (at least 30 SPF), which protects against UVB, but it is important to protect against UVA also.  We recommend a sunscreen with the ingredients Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide or Octinoxate which protect against both UVA & UVB rays and provides defense against pre-mature aging.  And remember to reapply your sunscreen every two hours when you are out in the sun.

Murphy Plastic Surgery is offering 20% off any skin care products and treatments during the month of May.  This is a great time to stock up on your supply.

Please call 303-788-8400 to schedule your complimentary skin care consultation.

Murphy Plastic Surgery has been carrying Skin Medica, medical skin care products, in our Englewood, Colorado office for the last 6 years and these amazing products are really starting to catch on.  The TNS serum, the original product made by Skin Medica was recently evaluated on the hit show “The Doctors”.  Below is an excerpt from the New Ways to Erase Your Age show.

Anti-Aging Cream
Tissue Nutrient Solution Serum (TNS) created by SkinMedica, is a facial cream derived from foreskin cells and boosts the body’s own anti-aging properties and stimulates new skin growth and collagen formation. The cream does not contain actual bits of foreskin.

“This is serious science,” board-certified dermatologist Dr. Hema Sundaram says. “Eighteen years ago, scientists realized they could take a few cells from [the foreskin] — these are young, healthy, living skin cells — and they could grow them. By growing them, they could get [the cells] to produce this amazing mixture called TNS, which has over 100 growth factors in it.

“I think of it as chicken soup for the skin, because it heals aging,” Dr. Sundaram adds. “The only thing shocking about this product is how well it works.”

You can pick up this amazing product from our office anytime or call to have us ship it directly to you, 303-788-8400!

Resurface and Restore your skin.

Microlaser peels are one of the best skin care treatments to help stimulate collagen growth and produce new skin cells.  The results are more youthful, vibrant, healthier feeling skin.  For the best results the procedure is repeated 4 times, spaced 6-8 weeks apart.  Healing takes 3-4 days.  The procedure can be performed on a Thursday or Friday, so you can return to work on Monday.  Symptoms immediately following the procedure resemble a sunburn with minor peeling on the second day.  Redness will begin to fade by the third day, and be easily covered by makeup on the fourth day.

We also carry the new Skin Medica Post Ablative Kit that you can purchase in our office for only $120.00.  Your skin deserves extra attention after a Microlaser peel. The kit includes the top grade pharmaceutical skin care products TNS Ceramide Treatment cream, Environmental Defense Sunscreen SPF 30 +, Sensitive Daily Skin Cleanser and Rejuvenitive Moisturizer.

March Madness Microlaser peel packages:

Buy 2 Microlaser peels and receive $50 off your total package or buy Microlaser peels and get the 5th one FREE! (Normal price is $195.00 each treatment).

You are Lucky Surgery Special!

$1,000.00 off all  new Breast Augmentation procedures has been extended through the month of March.  Space is limited and only can be held on a first come first serve basis with your 10% deposit.

Latisse Rewards!

Call today to learn how you can receive up to of $45 off your next purchase of Latisse.  Don’t pass up this perfect opportunity to try out longer, thicker, darker lashes.

Have you heard of Zeno, the skin blemish treatment system?  Zeno is an FDA approved device that minimizes or totally alleviates individual pimples in 90% of patients in just 24 hours.  It works by applying a controlled level of heat directly to a pimple that destroys the bacteria that actually causes the pimple.  It takes only two to three treatments of two and a half minutes over 24 hours to work.  The Zeno puts you in control of your skin, you will never have to attend an important event with blemished skin again.

Dr. Terrence Murphy is offering three refill cartridges (90 treatments in each cartridge) for free with the purchase of a Zeno for only $119.  This offer is only available while supplies last!

Dr. Murphy and his staff at Murphy Plastic Surgery, in Englewood Colorado, want to wish everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving.  We are thankful for all the wonderful patients who support our practice and return to us for skin care treatments, Botox & Juvederm, and multiple surgeries!

Thank you and Happy Holidays!

Lip Enhancement

One of the more complex challenges in plastic and cosmetic surgery is the perioral region.  Injectables such as Juvederm , Prevelle Silk or Collagen are temporary, lasting anywhere from 3-9 months.  Although these dermal fillers are excellent products patients have to return to have these treatments performed periodically to meet their personal desires and expectations.

Dr. Murphy is excited to introduce a new facial implant to our office.  Perma-Lip facial implant is made of a soft silicone elastomer using an injection molding process to produce a naturally contoured & smooth surface that cannot rupture or deflate.  This is a FDA approved device and has undergone extensive clinical testing to ensure it’s safety and efficacy.  Based upon studies and patient satisfaction levels the Perma-Lip implant is an excellent solution for permanent lip augmentation.  During an exam by Dr. Murphy the proper size would be determined and discussed with the patient.  This procedure can be performed in our office under a local anesthesia.  The procedure takes approximately one hour and normal activity may be resumed the following day.

Pricing for this procedure is roughly $3,000.00.

Radiesse Special !!

During the month of  November purchase a 0.8 cc or 1.5 cc syringe and get a 0.8cc syringe free! ($500 value)

Treating Melasma and Dark Spot

No topical treatment has been proven more effective for treating melasma and skin pigmentary irregularities than Tri-Luma cream.  Tri-Luma is the first and only triple action cream for temporary treatment for hyperpigmentation and melasma (dark pigmentation) of the face.  It contains three prescription grade medications, fluocinoloneacetonide .01%, hydroquinone 4% and tretinoin .05%.  Some patients will see improvement in as little as 4 weeks and see significant lightening after 8 weeks. Set up a complimentary skin care consultation to see if Tri Luma or any other of our medically based skin care lines is right for you.

Last night was Murphy Plastic Surgery’s semi-annual informational seminar, hosted at our office in Englewood, Colorado.  We had lots of fun and hopefully imparted some great information to our attendees.  Our live demonstrations on skin care treatments included a Microlaser Peel by Dr. Murphy and our latest favorite, the Vi-Peel, performed by Elizabeth Murphy.  Both procedures are great ways to freshen the skin, especially after being out in the summer sun.  They can help eliminate fine lines, sun spots and improve overall tone and texture.  We have seen consistently great results with the Vi-Peel, more so than any peel we have carried in the past and the Microlaser is beneficial because the depth of the peel can be determined and changed by the patient and provider.  Our new glo-Professional rep, Juliana Ferrall, was also here to answer questions about Cellex-C skin care and how to maintain beautiful skin after one of these skin treatments.

Our nurses, MaryBeth and Amber, performed Juvederm and Botox Cosmetic treatments on several patients.  For the first time at one of our events we had two male models for Botox Cosmetic.  This treatment to relax forehead and crows feet wrinkles is becoming more and more popular among all genders and ages!  The demonstrations of Juvederm included filling the nasolabial folds (lines that run from your nose to mouth) on one patient, smoothing out the contour and resulting in a softer, younger appearance, and plumping the limps of another patient, an always popular treatment.

We hope everyone had as much fun as we did and if you have any questions about any of the treatments mentioned above please call us anytime!

Murphy Plastic Surgery will be hosting our live demonstration fall seminar on Wednesday, September 23rd from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.  The seminar will be held at our office in Englewood, Colorado.  As always we will have samples, door prizes and discounts on products and services.  Mark this date on your calendar and please RSVP to 303-788-8400 as space is limited.

Thanks,

The Team at Murphy Plastic Surgery