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Library hosts discussion on plastic surgery Skin damage, how to choose a surgeon, corrective procedures among topics
INSIDE The chamber held the first in what is planned to be a monthly series of networking luncheons PAGE 2
Teachers and students from the area had their day as several local businesses got together for a Salute to Education PAGE 5
The county won’t be raising local water rates — but it won’t lower them either PAGE 7
A local environmental group wants to help people and businesses get rid of old gadgets
JULY 2010
By Lillian Cox ENCINITAS — With sunny weather most of the year, it’s not unusual for Encinitans to wear summer clothes well into October. This presents the challenge of being vulnerable to the damaging effects of the sun. It also provides motivation to look and feel your best. As a world-class healthcare destination, Encinitas offers a wide selection of board-certified dermatologists and plastic surgeons to help you do so. To address these issues, the first Encinitas Dermatology and Plastic Surgery Panel will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 29 at the Encinitas Library. The event is sponsored by the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce, and will be moderated by Deputy Mayor Maggie Houlihan. Food and drinks will be served. The evening will begin with a presentation by Dr. Susan Shimomaye, M.D., of the Dermatologist Medical Group of North County. The DR. SUSAN doctor will talk about SHIMOMAYE preventing cancer
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COSMETIC SURGERY We have it all. and skin damage from the sun. She’ll also be available to answer questions about advances in dermatologic surgery, including Mohs micrographic surgery, which is considered to be the most effective procedure for treating skin cancer today. Dr. Steve Laverson, M.D., FACS, of Feel Good Plastic Surgery, will follow with a discusDR. STEVE sion of the risks of LAVERSON plastic surgery and why some people are better candidates than others. He’ll also provide an overview of
the benefits of plastic surgery. Laverson reports that the most popular procedures in his practice are breast augmentations, breast lifts and “Mommy Makeovers.” “Pregnancy results in big tummies, bulging tummies and sagging breasts,” he said. “Women want to achieve what diet and exercise can’t do. They want to return to their prepregnancy condition.” The doctor will also discuss how plastic surgery is used to correct problems such as breast abnormalities and symmetry, and sagging arms, which become an issue for women as they get older. Dr. Mario Yco, M.D., FACS, will
be the third presenter. Before becoming a plastic surgeon, Dr. Yco was an otolaryngologist who performed corrective procedures such as rhinoplasty (comDR. MARIO monly referred to as YCO a “nose job”) and various cancer surgeries effecting the ear, nose and throat. Consequently, his practice is divided between head and neck surgeries, and cosmetic surgery. “Women come in to my office most often today for their jowls and necks,” he said. “About 10 to 15 percent of my clients are men. They are working into their 60s and 70s and want to look younger in the workplace.” Dr. Yco will discuss the differences between a full facelift, the noninvasive mini-lift and the newer midi-facelift, which deals with the triangle between the eyes and the upper lip. He’ll explain the difference between photo facials, microdermabrasians, full laser peels and mild DR. BRIAN chemical peels. REAGAN The panel will conclude with a presentation by Dr. Brian Reagan, M.D., FACS, who will provide advice on consumer protection and truth in ❚
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Oktoberfest celebration set for 2010
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Bob Gattinella and Alfredo Gonzalez carry a desk for the chamber’s new location on Encinitas Boulevard. Courtesy photo
New digs for the Encinitas Chamber ENCINITAS — The chamber wants to extend thanks to its staff and members for helping with the recent move from the Second Street location to the new office on
Encinitas Boulevard. Marilyn Phenow kept the Visitors Center running smoothly during the week as she packed up boxes. Rose Santos and Katie Ehlers volunteered
their time and helped with the move throughout the week. Bonnie Woelfel, a new chamber member, helped over the weekend as well. Board members Angel
Haag, Genevieve Wing, Suzanne Perez Swanson, Bob Gattinella, Alfredo Gonzales and Vanessa Keller all made several ❚
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ENCINITAS — The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce’s annual Oktoberfest celebration is set for Sept. 26. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at El Camino Real and Mountain Vista Drive in Encinitas. There will be more than 200 quality crafts, commercial vendors and community business booths, a German Oktoberfest band and dancers, authentic German food and beer, family attractions, games and more. An estimated 30,000 plus festival-goers are expected this year. For information about vendor booth rentals, e-mail Oktoberfest @gmail.com or call the chamber office at (760) 753-6041.