A Harris Interactive poll released on December 22, 2009 shed some interesting light on cosmetic procedures. The overall finding? Americans are surprisingly open to a number of cosmetic makeovers if cost wasn’t an issue.
Which procedure came in first? Click the “More” tab (or just keep reading) to find out. And then take a quick poll to tell us what you would consider.
In the same way high-definition TV provides a definite step up from traditional television, a new technology in lens manufacturing offers the same potential for those who wear glasses. Imagine it—better clarity, sharper images, and a major improvement. It begs an obvious question: What if you could see everything like this?
Our guest blogger, Tricia, provides a word-for-word account of the Weight Management Program. And to answer your immediate questions, yes that’s a fake name, and yes, she’s absolutely a real person.
Tricia: Welcome to my weight loss adventure. It began before the launch of Refresh You, so that’s why the entries in my journal start back in November. Eventually the entries will catch up with real time.
The Refresh You staff said they’d protect my identity if I promised a complete first-hand account of the Dean Comprehensive Weight Management program. OK, that’s a deal. I’ll tell the whole story, too — I promise.
So let’s start here, with the exact thought that first went through my head about starting a real weight management program:
It’s now or never.
By The Refresh You Staff Category: Face & Body
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Maybe the word surgery invokes images of hospitals, waiting rooms with 80′s decors, and environments that put your comfort last on the list. Not here. Here’s a shot of the comfortable and welcoming lobby at the Dean Clinic – Aesthetic Surgery Center.

Ready to take the next step? Need more information? Find out about procedures, providers, meetings, hours, locations and more. Check out the Dean Clinic – Aesthetic Surgery Center.
There’s just something about the way you feel when you look your best. A special outfit or a great haircut can improve your mood for the whole day. But what if you could make more permanent changes that could transform your attitude, change the way you carry yourself, improve your self-image, and give you the confidence to approach your career and relationships with a fresh perspective?
JoDeen Hettenbach is the manager of Dean’s Comprehensive Weight Management program, but her real title might just be Total Inspiration Provider.
Almost every magazine we open seems to have another quick fix for how to lose weight: A new diet, a new piece of exercise equipment, a wacky approach involving way too much grapefruit, or how much you need to sweat at the gym. With this constant barrage of information (and misinformation), there are many myths out there about what works.
Front and center is exercise and its role in weight loss. Take this quick true/false quiz to see if you have been harboring any of these misconceptions. You may be surprised! Ready to start?
For many years, I’ve had an on-again/off-again battle with mild rosacea. I tried several different products, changed makeup, and even looked into a few home remedies. Nothing really worked, and I certainly wasn’t getting much help at the drugstore makeup counter. Or the department store makeup counter either.
So now what?
…you’ll find some pretty cool offers. Have a look: Dean Essentials Skin Care Offers.
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Name: Sue G.
Location: Essentials Skin Care – Baraboo
Sue is a licensed aesthetician who performs skin care services at Dean Essentials Skin Care – Baraboo, located inside Baraboo Medical Associates. She works with Daniel Trotter, MD, providing such services as chemical peels, microdermabrasion, airbrush spray tanning, facials and hair reduction procedures. Sue received her aesthetician licensure from Martins Cosmetology College in Madison in 2007. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 608-355-7252.
Don’t miss these great offers available at Dean Essentials Skin Care.
Ready to take the next step? It’s easy. Just go to Dean Essentials Skin Care to get information about hours, locations, procedures and providers.
If you’re thinking about other cosmetic procedures (things like tummy tucks, facelifts, breast enhancements/reductions, lipo and other surgical stuff), have a look at the Face & Body section of Refresh You, or visit the Dean Clinic – Aesthetic Surgery Center.

By The Refresh You Staff Category: Gallery
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There’s nothing like the tried-and-true before-and-after photos to show how effective our Comprehensive Weight Management program can be.
So without further ado (and without any Photoshoppery), y’all ready for this?
Here’s Amy (r.) before…

… and Amy (r.) after losing 155 pounds! Read more about Amy’s weight loss story.

Are YOU ready to take the next step? Need more information? Find out about programs, procedures, providers, meetings, hours, locations and more. Check out the Comprehensive Weight Management Program at Dean Clinic.