The Peer Group Blog

The dress is bought, the location is chosen, the menu selected, the flowers created, the music is done, photographer hired.  Now it’s time for you to treat yourself to pre-bridal pampering - for yourself, your bridal party, mothers and mothers-in-law.  The Peer Group specializes in making you and your bridal party feel and look extra special.

How can The Peer Group help?

SKIN:  Our skin care specialists offer personalized service for everyone in the bridal party. The treatments can give your skin the glow that every bride deserves.  Treat yourself to facial treatments that will improve your skin texture and maximize your radiance. 

LASERS:  We have lasers to treat redness, veins, spots, and even ones to tighten your skin. Hair reduction is also available with lasers for both the bride and the groom.

INJECTIBLES:  Frown line fillers, wrinkle smoothers and plumping up certain areas of your face are all available for brides, grooms and “parents of”. The results are subtle and natural. You’ll love what can be done to enhance the photo ops.

SURGICAL TREATMENTS:  Weddings are the perfect stimulus to correct something that has nagging at you…breast reduction or enlargement and liposuction are a few bridal favorites.  Older brides, grooms or parents may consider facial rejuvenation to look picture perfect. Just make sure you give yourself enough time to seek advice, schedule and recuperate.  Plan ahead.

EYELASHES:  Have the most beautiful natural eyelashes for your wedding and honeymoon. Grow your lashes longer, fuller, and darker with Latisse.  A significant improvement is seen by two months and the full effect is realized at four months. What a great gift for the bridal party as well.

Love is in the air at The Peer Group – let us help you achieve the perfect look you have dreamed of with our pre-bridal services.

The Peer Group for Plastic Surgery and Skincare

124 Columbia Turnpike

Florham Park, NJ  07932

phone: (973) 822-3000

www.peergroupnj.com

The Peer Group Center for Plastic Surgery in Florham Park, NJ has become one of only 40 Doctor’s offices in the United States to dispense the new JUVÉDERM® XC product (which was just approved by the FDA in January 2010).

JUVÉDERM® XC is the first and only smooth-consistency HA dermal filler formulated with the local anesthetic lidocaine to smooth facial wrinkles around the nose and mouth for up to one year (with just one treatment).  With lidocaine in its formulation, JUVÉDERM® XC provides a more comfortable patient injection experience when compared to the non-lidocaine formulation. Now, patients can feel the local anesthetic effect within just three seconds from initial injection, potentially reducing the need for an additional anesthetic.

Allergan has picked The Peer Group Center for Plastic Surgery as one of the first recipients of the JUVÉDERM® XC for their proven leadership in the cosmetic surgery industry.  The skilled surgeons at The Peer Group for Plastic Surgery have been recognized throughout their careers as pioneers in the cosmetic surgery industry. 

With winter weather in full swing, now is the perfect time to get a facial to rid yourself of dull, dry skin and reveal and brighter, healthier complexion.  Before handing over hundreds of dollars in expensive spa facial services, know your options.  Medial spa skin care treatment options can be more beneficial to you, and here’s why:

1.       Types of facials performed?

We do not do facials. We do Skin Care Treatments. Physician- Exclusive Peels that consist of Micropeels,  Micropeel Plus, and Microdermabrasion.

2.       What does each of these treatments treat?

Our treatments address fine lines, brown spots, age spots, acne, skin imperfections, photo aged skin and stimulate cellular renewal. They assist with the correction of skin concerns but also help to preserve healthy skin and aid the prevention of future skin damage and aging. An evaluation of which peel is correct for patient is done at every skin care appointment.

Micropeel- Treats all skin types and color (acne, aging, pigmentation, sensitive skin). This peel may be acid free, lactic acid or glycolic acid. It is a unique treatment with physical and chemical exfoliation for effective correction. There is no downtime.

Micropeel Plus- Treats all skin types and colors (acne, aging, pigmentation, sensitive skin).  This peel consists of salicylic and glycolic acid.  A unique treatment of chemical exfoliation designed to help refine skin texture, smooth fine lines and even skin discoloration while reducing the appearance of acne scars and environmental damage to the skin. One week following the treatment the skin will undergo its renewal process and light to moderate peeling may occur.

Microdermabrasion-Treats sun damaged skin, age spots, minor to moderate early aging fine lines, acne scarring, and assists in hyper pigmentation reduction.  This resurfacing technique removes the topmost layer of dead skin cells leaving a smoother texture and promotes a healthy growth of new skin cells. This treatment may be done acid free or with a lactic acid or glycolic acid following (at the aesthetician’s discretion). There is no downtime to this treatment.   

3.       Why go to a medical spa over a day spa?

Our treatments are physician exclusive treatments that are performed under a physician’s supervision.  Our treatments/products are prescription strength therefore you will be achieving the results that are needed. A day spa is more for the person who is looking for a relaxing, pampering facial rather that a correction treatment.

4.       What is our most popular treatment?

We do not have one popular treatment over the other. All our treatments are individually based on the patients need at time of visit.

5.       What is the price difference of different treatments?

Our treatments can range from $100-$150. Packages of three may also be purchased at a package price ranging from $330 -$385.

We know it’s 25 degrees outside, but it’s never too early to start thinking about bathing suit season!  The winter months are the perfect time to start that intensive exercise program to put you in shape for summer.  But what happens when you can’t get rid of stubborn fatty areas on tummy, thighs and buttocks?  That’s where The Peer Group comes in.  We call those stubborn areas “figure faults” and big or small they bother us all and are extremely hard to get rid of.  A consultation with one of our physicians can put you on track to correct these problem areas.  Our dedicated teams of Doctors will discuss with you, the cause of these fat deposits and how you can treat the areas so you can be bikini-ready by summertime!  What are you waiting for- schedule a consultation today!

Before anyone starts on a new project, they need to ask themselves five questions:  Who, what, when, why & where.  It's no different with plastic surgery.  In fact, when it comes to medical procedures, it is critically important to know whose hands you are entrusting your care to; understanding the procedures you are undergoing; the timing for recovery; that your decisions are based on reliable, honest evaluations with reasonable expectation and the facility is first-rate.  here is The Peer Group primer for the five "W's":

The Peer Group for Plastic Surgery consists of four exceptionally well-trained plastic surgeons, all board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.  That means they have been scrutinized and tested and they all know their stuff.  No flying by the seat of their pants here. They have all been extensively trained, keep up with additional courses and stay abreast of the latest and best technologies.  I can vouch that they are all kind, caring physicians with the patient's interest always the number one priority. Now that's important!

Our consultations are thorough and complete.  We want you to feel comfortable, confident and at ease.  We prepare you to be fully aware of what to expect before, during and after surgery. The consult is all about you and we stay focused on you throughout all of your pre-operative and post-operative visits to our office.

Timing is important for recovery without stress. It is human nature that when you discover something that will enhance you, whether it’s a new suit, a new car or a plastic surgery procedure – you want it now. However, planning what you are going to do run equally important as to when you are going to do it. So plan carefully. Give yourself adequate recovery time so you can recover in peace. Our patient coordinators at the Peer Group, have seen it all. (The four patient coordinators have been with the Peer Group for a total of more than EIGHTY-SIX (86) YEARS….I’d say they have seen it all!)

They give honest, straightforward answers to your questions concerning the surgical process. Don’t hesitate a moment to chat with them about all those “little concerns” that bother you. You will have the opportunity to discuss, at length, the procedures you are interested in and you and your physician can select the extent of correction you wish to undergo.  So many options, so many choices.  But you will be able to make an informed decision, because we give you the information you need to do that.  You pick and choose - we don’t push procedures and choose for you. However, we are always prepared to tell you what we think works best for you – to give you the best results. 

The Peer Group operating room and recovery suite is certified by The American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc., and is truly first class.  Our anesthesiologists are on staff at St. Barnabas Medical Center. Our nurses and technicians are of the highest caliber and have been selected because of their exceptional nursing skills and people skills.  We include a post-operative survey in our post-operative care bag that we send you home with - and our operating room comments are always glowing!  You will see why.

When we were very young and saw ourselves in the mirror for the first time,  we stared and tried to put the mirror in our mouth.  Then we watched our first teeth wiggle and finally fall out.  We giggled and stuck our tongues out - mirrors were fun!  As teenagers, we stole a sideways glance to catch our maturing images; and as young adults, we looked straight on to take stock of what we had, and didn't have.  Good, bad or otherwise.  The mirror was our constant companion:  You tried new hair styles, make-up, you plucked, picked and poked,  checked your teeth, your lipstick and checked what was going on behind you, and always sneaked a peek.  Sometimes you were satisfied with what you saw; sometimes not. Our mirrors caught the reflections of a bright and shiny world around us, filled with expectations and youth!

And then the day comes when we see our own reflections and for a split second, wonder "who is that person?"  In our own mirror.  If this has never happened to you - read no further.  But if it has, welcome to the new relationship.  Some would say it is here to stay.  I say maybe not.  I say plastic surgery. You say, "I couldn't do anything"..."I'd be afraid; I'd feel too guilty to spend the money; my family wouldn't want me to; my husband will kill me; it will hurt; I won't look like myself; I'll look like Joan Rivers; I just don't have the nerve".

It is a fact that some people just do not care enough about their facial aging to ever do anything.  And that is fine for them.  They grow into their skin gracefully. Period.  But for those of us who do think about maintaining a more youthful appearance, we would like to offer you a chance to find out what can be done...(do mention the blog.)  Go back to the mirror and pull up that neck, pull back those cheeks and raise up that forehead.  See the potential.  Call us to discuss the potential.  "Mirror, mirror on the wall, it is The Peer Group, I will call."  I promise you a learning experience and a chance to embrace the mirror again - even kiss it.

We assume ladies mostly read our blog....

So wives, girlfriends, significant others, mothers and daughters too, we have (literally) hair raising news for you:  The Peer Group is now scheduling appointments for HAIR RESTORATION.  Therefore, check out the husband, boyfriend, significant other, father or sons - are they missing a little growth?  Not quite up to George Clooney run-your-fingers-through-his-hair amounts?  We can help fill that gap(s).  Hair restoration does for men what make-up and lipstick do for women.  Let your men in on the latest, greatest, state-of-the-art techniques that restores his hair, his confidence and his good looks.  Naturally, we make people look good....that's our thing.

 Twice a year our clients get lucky......WE REWARD THEIR LOYALTY...with CLIENT APPRECIATION DAY.  A single day of special discounts on skin care products, skin care treatments and injectibles.  It's so easy.  JUST CALL US.

The 4th of July is behind us and now we have a new reason to celebrate - The 7-Year Celebration for Botox Cosmetic. The parent company of Botox, Allergan, is throwing a party and you get the gift!  Rebates are here now and keep checking back, because more are coming!  Call us to schedule an appointment to take advantage of this limited time offer. 

Work is, well, work. 

We do it because we want/need the money; we do it because we need to have a day-to-day purpose, keep busy, stay out of trouble, engage with people, etc., etc. Rewards come in the form of paychecks, relationships formed in the workplace, meeting new people, etc., etc. At the Peer Group benefits come in many forms but the most gratifying is when a patient returns after surgery and cannot contain the sheer delight they are feeling as the results of their procedure. I had one of those moments last week, when a young couple came in together. Not married, but fabulously in love, you could tell. She had children from a previous marriage, post-partum deflated breasts and all she wanted was to get back her “B’s, maybe small C’s”. We did that and she was so thrilled. Like goose-bump thrilled. He was too! She came in for a post-op visit in a tee, sleeveless, lower-cut and proud. She could not thank us enough. Now that’s what I call a real benefit of working here. How often do you get goose-bumps at your job – and I am not referring to the air conditioning.

The ladies who work at The Peer Group, were very busy admiring each others longer eyelashes.  The challenge went out as to whose lashes had grown the longest.  With ruler in hand, we each had our lash length measured.  It was quite a sight. The winner was Lynn with lashes measuring 3/4 of an inch!  Terri, Joyce H., Joyce S,, Sharon and Judy were just an itsy bit behind. 

We love to tell you about what we love!