Wanting long, voluminous hair is not an uncommon desire among women. Often times, after a bad haircut or wearing a short hairstyle for an extended period of time women will want a change. That is exactly what happened with Me Day Spa’s most recent Miami Beach hair extension client.

All of us have all been there before; either because of some miscommunication with a stylist or a blatant mistake, we’ve all had that horrible haircut. I’m talking about the haircut that makes you run from mirrors and hide under hats.

The client featured on Me Day Spa’s Facebook fan page has a specific type of hair, as we all do, and when she visited a stylist that wasn’t familiar with her hair, she left with a horrible haircut. The haircut technique that affected this client was a hair-cutting razor, you know, the small comb-looking scissors that stylists use to shape your hair? Well, this client’s hair did not take well to the razor. Her hair instantly broke and became damaged. This haircutting technique affected the entire left side of her hair and the stylists at Me Day Spa predicted it would take over a year for her damaged hair to replenish.

Sooo – what is the next best step? She decided to try Me Day Spa’s Miami Beach hair extensions!

The hair extensions at Me Day Spa in Miami Beach are 100 percent natural human hair. Me Day Spa uses several different methods to apply the hair extensions including, seamless, fusion (keratin tip), sew-in, and clip-in day, which are the most popular methods.

Me Day Spa also offers hair extension bonding, integration, micro-link, and removable wigs. The duration of these hair extensions will vary with each technique. The client can have clip-in extensions that last one day, up to fusion extensions, which can last for six months.

The specific method used for the client in this blog post was the seamless method, which will last for two to three months if the hair is taken care of properly. In this case, Me Day Spa’s hair extension specialist recommends coming in for extension refills and touch ups every six months to a year.

To see the step-by-step transformation from our Miami Beach hair extensions visit our Facebook fan page for detailed photos and while you’re there, if you like what you see, become our fan. And, as always, if you’re interested in Miami Beach hair extensions give us at call at: 305.5346363

Check out the article about Dr. Wigoda that appeared in the South Florida Business Journal last week.

Tweeting doctors boost exposure and uncover their market
South Florida Business Journal – by Jeff Zbar

Paul Wigoda tweets a few times a week. It may be about breast augmentation, statistics on pectoral implants or the difference between “smart” and traditional liposuction.

To date, some 122 Twitter users are “following” the doctor. He hopes he’s reaching a new audience with every tweet.

“This is just one more way to speak to patients and potential patients,” said Wigoda, who practices plastic surgery in Fort Lauderdale. “It’s a quick way to interact with them.”

As a physician whose practice is 10 years old, Wigoda isn’t alone – or even a pioneer – in using Twitter to promote his business. In February, surgeons in Detroit tweeted live from the operating room during a cancer procedure. Across the social media landscape, more physicians – and other professionals, like attorneys and accountants – are using Twitter to reach their target market and establish their expertise.

The “Twitter-verse” is the new social and commerce marketplace, even for professional service providers like physicians, said Marvin Dejean, CEO of Markcom Industries, a Coral Springs interactive marketing agency. While some physicians, attorneys or accountants historically have shied from marketing and advertising, social media outreach for many no longer can be ignored, he said.

“This universe is becoming larger and larger. It’s becoming the marketplace touching every commerce and consumer point you can think of,” he said. “Online is the next marketplace, and social media plays a tremendous role in that.”

Wigoda works with a local interactive marketing firm to write three or four tweets each week, which the firm then posts to his site. Tweeting a few months now, Wigoda often will write a blog post – maybe on a procedure or a special offer – then tweet about it, he said. Whether Twitter is driving new business or new leads are coming from his Web site or blog, Wigoda cannot say. But, he believes he cannot ignore that marketplace.

To read the full article visit the South Florida Business Journal.

One of the first questions many women ask when considering breast augmentation is: Where will the incision go and how will the scar look?

It’s understandable that women want to look good, and in most cases, breast augmentation is for cosmetic purposes, so the concern about breast implant scarring is normal.

Dr. Paul Wigoda, a Fort Lauderdale breast augmentation plastic surgeon gives his insight to the types of breast implant incisions and the pros/cons of each.

Breast Augmentation Incisions and Scars
There are three different breast implant incisions that are offered for breast augmentation, including:

1. Inframammary: Below the breast in the fold
2. Periareolar: Around the lower half of the areola (nipple)
3. Transaxillary: In the armpit

According to Dr. Wigoda, some patients may be better candidates for using one incision over the other but most patients are good candidates for at least two if not all three types of breast augmentation incision. In most cases, placement of incision is up to the patient and where they would prefer to have their scar. The good news is, that in the vast majority of Fort Lauderdale breast augmentation cases the scars heal well and eventually are minimally noticeable.

Read on for the pros and cons of the three different types of breast augmentation incisions and scaring.

Breast Implant Incision: Below the breast in the fold (Inframammary)
Pro: This is the most common incision used by plastic surgeons. The scar from this incision is not visible when sitting up or standing. Also, in the future, if a woman’s breast implants need to be removed, most surgeons will do so through this incision. If the woman’s original implants were placed through a different incision, they will now have scars in two locations.
Con: The incision can be seen when the patent is laying down but in most cases the scar is unnoticeable after six months.

Breast Implant Incision: Around the lower half of the areola (Periareolar)
Pro: If placed correctly, the periareolar scar heals very nicely and is often difficult to find even by a trained eye.
Con: In order to use this incision the areola has to be larger than 3.4 to 4.0 centimeters across.

Breast Implant Incision: In the armpit (Transaxillary)
Pro: With the introduction of endoscopic surgery, breast augmentation through the armpit has become more common.
Con: For the first six months after breast augmentation the scar will be noticeable when a woman raises her arms and is wearing a sleeveless shirt. Women considering Fort Lauderdale breast augmentation and live in sunny South Florida may want to take this con into consideration.

For more information about breast augmentation, the types of incisions, and breast implant scars contact Dr. Wigoda at 954.463.7088 or visit www.drwigoda.com.

If you live in South Florida and have considered liposuction, chances are you’ve heard about the surgery centers that offer Smart Lipo as an alternative.  Dr. Paul Wigoda, a Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeon, shares his insights on Smart Lipo and discusses the similarities and differences of the procedures.  Check out the video and information below and get smart about liposuction.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, minimally invasive cosmetic procedures increased by five percent over the past year while traditional cosmetic procedures decreased by nine percent. Partially due to the economy and less spending, many patients interested in Fort Lauderdale liposuction seek out Smart Lipo believing it is either less invasive or less expensive than other types of liposuction. Dr. Wigoda, a Fort Lauderdale, board certified plastic surgeon, shares in his Smart Lipo vs. Liposuction video that Fort Lauderdale ultrasonic liposuction is usually the smarter way to go as Smart lipo is equally invasive and typically, equally priced as traditional liposuction. However, it is often not as effective.

“In South Florida, many Smart Lipo doctors advertise the procedure as safe and effective although they are not board certified plastic surgeons,” said Dr. Paul Wigoda. “These doctors open up an office or spa, declare themselves Smart Lipo experts, and perform Smart Lipo without any formal plastic surgery training other than maybe a one or two-day Smart Lipo course.”

As one of the most common Fort Lauderdale plastic surgery procedures, it is inevitable that enhancements or tweaks will be made to the liposuction process, however, when comparing the procedure of Smart Lipo vs. ultrasonic liposuction, the results are usually not similar.

Smart Lipo vs. Liposuction

• Smart Lipo claims to tighten the skin during the procedure; however, neither the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the companies that sell the device, nor anyone else has proven that statement. Similarly, traditional liposuction also does little to tighten the skin.
• A doctor does not have to be a board certified plastic surgeon to perform Smart Lipo. Dr. Wigoda advises clients to always choose a plastic surgeon that is a board certified in plastic surgery and has completed plastic surgery training.
• Smart Lipo was introduced to the market as a ‘lunchtime’ procedure with little pain and minimal downtime, usually to treat very small areas of excess fat. These claims were true when Smart Lipo machines emitted low wattage but as clients complained about minimal results, Smart Lipo increased the machine wattage, which also increased the pain, making the use of general anesthesia more common.
• The results from the highest wattage Smart Lipo machine yield the same recovery time as traditional liposuction yet the results are often not as impressive.
• Ultrasonic liposuction is much more powerful than Smart Lipo and is more successful at removing larger amounts of fat.
• Smart Lipo, traditional liposuction, and ultrasonic liposuction can all be done under local anesthesia, but most plastic surgeons recommend general anesthesia for comfort, especially if many areas are to be treated or large amounts of fat are to be removed. Non-plastic surgeons often cannot offer general anesthesia in their offices, so they tout the use of local anesthesia, when in fact, it is more uncomfortable for the patient.

“The bottom line is that the advantages of Smart Lipo don’t really exist,” said Dr. Wigoda. “If a patient is looking for long term, effective Fort Lauderdale liposuction results they need to look into all of the available options and most importantly, trust the doctor they choose.”

For more information on liposuction in Fort Lauderdale call 954.463.7088.

Become a fan of
Me Day Spa on Facebook so you can find out about special offers
and discounts just like this…

Bring out your inner princess….
with the $30 Mani/Pedi special…..
at Me Day Spa…..

Click here to become a fan of Me Day Spa on Facebook.

Me Day Spa, Dr. Paul Wigoda’s spa in Miami Beach, was featured on Miami.com en Espanol.  Check out the article below and for English translation, looks like you will just have to come to the Miami Beach spa and see for yourself!

Spas: Me Day Spa

Por Aurora Rodriguez – Miami.com

¿Qué ofrece? Este local instantáneamente nos recuerda porqué el mundo adora el ambiente tropical en Miami Beach. El mismo ofrece una experiencia personalizada con gente amistosa y lista para ayudarte con cualquier deseo.

El lugar ofrece diversos servicios especiales y se encuentra bajo el cuidado experto de un doctor, Paul Wigoda, MD. Cuenta con tres salones de tratamientos sin adornos, un área de manicure/pedicure y un salón de belleza todo servicio. El local ofrece la completa selección de Eminence, línea de productos orgánicos, objeto de culto entre sus seguidores. Hay algo para todos los gustos y los productos son todos de alta calidad.

El vecindario: Ubicado entre Lime Mexican Grill y la boutique Mia Jewels, los clientes tienen que caminar hacia la parte de atrás de la terraza del restaurante para encontrar la entrada al spa. Estacionen en la calle para evitar multas y en la parte trasera del spa/salón de belleza. Tremendo escondite para los que buscan un oasis en el medio de Alton Road.

El ambiente: Tranquilo y perfecto para calmarse.

Precios/Ofertas: Prueben el facial especializado (30 minutos, $60 y 60 minutos, $100) hecho con productos naturales y de frutas Eminence, que te deja un brillo especial. Un recorte y blower (desde $65) te deja lista para la noche de rumba. El salón/spa ofrece precios económicos para South Beach, la cual sera de agrado para todos los que buscan belleza de calidad y sin tener que gastar tanto dinero.

Me Day Spa, 1439 Alton Rd., Miami Beach; 305-534-6363; MeDaySpa.com

Read on for the full Miami Beach spa article.

Finding it difficult to look great during price conscious times? With Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeon Dr. Wigoda, it’s as easy as 1-2-3!

1. If you are in the market for a face lift in Fort Lauderdale, Dr. Wigoda suggests Botox or dermal filler treatments as a temporary option until you are comfortable moving forward with the permanent procedure.
2. All plastic surgery procedures offered by Dr. Wigoda can be financed with little or no interest!
3. Dr. Wigoda maintains his commitment to patients through the quality of his work.  He advises clients not to shop for price but for surgeon quality and reputation.

Despite the cost of plastic surgery, Dr. Wigoda emphasizes that many people are lured by the ‘too good to be true’ South Florida radio advertisements that promise inexpensive procedures that may be risky.  These advertisements are misleading and quote serious procedures like breast augmentation with a price that only accounts for local anesthesia. For the procedure to be done properly, general anesthesia must be used at an extra cost of $1500. This unadvertised charge will bring your price to more than $5000, a total higher than what Dr. Wigoda charges.

The surgeons at some South Florida plastic surgery centers do not work for results either. Instead, they work for speed, a trend that puts patients at greater risk and has actually resulted in death.

If you are considering Fort Lauderdale plastic surgery, Dr. Wigoda will help you make smart decisions about your procedure and offer financing if needed. In certain situations, it may even be possible to find ways to reduce prices in an effort to work with patients.

For more information on what The Aesthetics Institute is doing to help patients in today’s economy, view his video about price conscious plastic surgery or visit www.drwigoda.com.

Are you considering Fort Lauderdale plastic surgery? Dr. Wigoda has put together a list of the Top 10 questions he advises clients to consider before signing on the dotted line.
Even the most experienced Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeons have complications. As a patient, you want to minimize the chance of having poor plastic surgery results by doing ample research and taking your time to choose the right plastic surgeon for you.
During research for Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeons, many patients find bargains online, which lead them to a surgeon who may not treat them with the best care. The following is a list of questions to ask the surgeon when considering Fort Lauderdale plastic surgery.

1. Is the Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeon a fully trained plastic surgeon or does he claim to be a “cosmetic surgeon”?
2. Is the plastic surgeon board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery?
3. Did your Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeon attend a plastic surgery residency program?
4. Is the surgeon a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons?
5. For how long has the Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeon been in practice as a plastic surgeon?
6. How many procedures has the plastic surgeon performed?
7. Where is the surgery being performed? Have there been any serious complications at the surgery center?
8. Who employs the Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeons on staff?
9. Does your Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeon have staff privileges at a local hospital to perform the procedure or is there a transfer agreement?
10. How many cases does the Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeon plan to do on the day of my surgery?

All of the questions above are important to discuss and consider before undergoing surgery.  Plastic surgery is not simple procedure, and many times ‘discount surgeons’ have not been properly trained nor have the time to really sit down with a patient and discuss their needs.

Dr. Wigoda is a Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeon with the credentials, experience, and work ethic that it takes to be a great surgeon.  If you are considering Fort Lauderdale plastic surgery Dr. Wigoda invites you to come in for a free consultation to discuss your wants and needs.

When the name Jackson comes up in the context of plastic surgery, the obvious connection is to the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. However, while Michael Jackson’s plastic surgery is well documented and extremely recognizable, he is not the only member of the family that has had work done.

Last week, Dr. Wigoda reviewed pictures of La Toya Jackson’s plastic surgery, Michael’s older sister, and shared his thoughts on the evolution of her multiple plastic surgeries. View the video and photos below or visit Dr. Wigoda’s plastic surgery YouTube channel for more information.

Here is a glimpse at what Dr. Wigoda suggested about La Toya Jackson’s plastic surgery:

“She has definitely had her nose done many times, probably has a chin implant, breast implants and has probably had multiple liposuctions.  In my opinion, her surgery is completely overdone and does not look natural at all.”

In the case of plastic surgery, more is definitely not better. Generally speaking, if you are interested in a nose job, one is all you should need. With breast implants you will only need one surgery if it is done right and the same applies to liposuction.

If you are considering a procedure or for more information on Fort Lauderdale plastic surgery, visit Dr. Wigoda’s plastic surgery FAQ page or follow him on Twitter @drwigoda.

Check out today’s Miami Herald for the Tip Top Twenty story, showcasing our South Beach spa promotions for the summer.

For 20 bucks, they’ll give you the treatment

BY AURORA RODRIGUEZ

Me Day Spa is offering its ”Tip Top 20” summer deals with a different signature treatment every Thursday and Friday priced at $20. Offers include the Go and Glow Mini Spa Special and Ahhhhhh! Blow Out, which will be offered this week. Call the spa for details on future week’s offerings.

Me Day Spa, 1439B Alton Rd.; Miami Beach; 305-534-6363.

Read the whole story on the South Beach Spa specials.