New statistics released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) indicate plastic surgery is indeed on the rise, with more than 14.6 million cosmetic plastic surgery procedures performed in the United States in 2012. This marks an increase of 5 percent since 2011.

According to the ASPS, Breast surgeries continue to be among the most popular procedures, with male breast reduction (gynecomastia) experiencing a 5 percent surge over 2011. Approximately 21,000 men underwent the popular procedure last year. Additionally, more facelift procedures were performed in 2012, up by 6 percent with a total of 126,320.

“We continue to increase production and fine-tune designs to reflect the latest trends in plastic surgery,” notes Dawn Cover, president of compression wear manufacturer Nouvelle Inc. “Our men’s line in particular has been expanded in light of the higher numbers for male breast reduction, and we recently introduced a new facelift product designed to help reduce healing time.”

To date, sales of Nouvelle’s newly released spring garments mirror the nation’s top 10 cosmetic surgical procedures:

1. Breast Augmentation

2. Breast Implant Removals

3. Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

4. Breast Reduction(Aesthetic Patients Only)

5. Breast Reduction in Men (Gynecomastia)

6. Buttock Implants

7. Buttock Lift

8. Calf Augmentation

9. Cheek Implant (Malar Augmentation)

10. Chin Augmentation (Mentoplasty)

Nouvelle Inc., continues to see increases in bulk sales to distributors and physician practices throughout the world. “We find that our clients are primarily interested in providing quality products with a focus on safe, comfortable, and rapid healing results. It has been a pleasure working with like-minded health professionals who believe superior results can only be achieved by demanding quality at every turn. Recovery garments are vital to successful surgical results,” said Cover.

About Nouvelle:

Nouvelle designs and manufactures post-surgical compression wear, body shaping garments, and scar care products for men and women. Based in Virginia Beach, VA, the company offers its products for distribution throughout the U.S.A. and abroad. With a strict adherence to time-honored sewing traditions not typically available in today’s mass-production-focused market, Nouvelle’s creations are only available through private medical practices, select surgical supply vendors, and its Virginia Beach store. Distinguishing characteristics of the compression wear line include:

~Careful attention to every conceivable way fabric touches sensitive skin post surgery.

~Flat, durable, consistent stitching, so as not to aggravate incisions.

~Zippers and hook and eye closures that are carefully placed so they are never in danger of contacting healing skin.

~Not a single design uses wires or stays.

~Fabric that is soft, yet durable enough for long-term use and multiple washes.

~Safe fabrics made in the U.S.A. and free of formaldehyde and latex.

For more information about international distribution and sales, please contact Dawn Cover.

It’s no secret men and women undergoing liposuction, breast reduction or implant procedures want to be healed and ready for the beach by summer. Additionally, the timing of cosmetic surgeries can play a big part in a successful outcome. “That’s why the end of the winter season is perhaps the best time to schedule cosmetic procedures,” notes Dawn Cover, surgical recovery product specialist and president of Nouvelle Inc., a leading provider of post-surgical compression wear. According to Cover, February and March have consistently remained popular months for scheduling cosmetic procedures and mommy makeovers. Here’s why:

1. Temperature 
A certain amount of time is needed before swelling subsides following most cosmetic procedures. Hot and humid weather can lengthen the time it takes to reduce post-surgical swelling. February and March mark the time of year when temperatures and humidity levels are the lowest, resulting in quicker recovery.

2. Humidity 
Between the extra clothing worn to hide surgical sites and compression garments that must be worn day and night, it can get pretty hot. Higher humidity levels can make recovery almost unbearable. Scheduling surgery during a time when humidity is low and temperatures are cool make it easier to comfortably and discreetly recover from procedures while wearing winter clothing layers and scarves.

3. Timing prior to summer 
Planning a February/March procedure gives patients plenty of time to recover before the more active spring and summer seasons.

4. No conflict with family and holiday schedules 
Lots of folks do not like to have surgery during the hectic holiday season, making a mid-winter procedure difficult to work in. You will need lots of help and support from family and friends and scheduling a surgery when time is in short order can be frustrating and stressful for everyone. Planning surgery when the holiday rush has subsided in February and March is a great way to minimize stress.

5. You’ve fallen short of New Year resolution goals 
Unfortunately, many people who planned to make positive body changes in the New Year find that by February they have either given up, or their efforts did not get them where they wanted to be in time for summer. Planning a cosmetic procedure can be a perfect way to bolster confidence and meet healthy goals established earlier in the season.

“We’ve carefully planned our production schedule to accommodate plastic surgeons and distributors over the next couple of months,” said Cover. “One of our most popular products for the season is the compression set, which accommodates healing of single or multiple cosmetic procedures such as tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), liposuction, liposculpture and more.” Each set includes:

1st Healing Stage Garment: Worn immediately post-op and up to six weeks following surgery. Generally, garments used during this period are designed for ultimate ease-of-use with maximum compression levels, convenient zippers and safe closures.

2nd Healing Stage Garment: Phased in at four to six weeks after surgery. Garments worn at this stage use slightly less-constrictive fabric and no zippers. Each pull-on design is lightweight, easy to wear, and designed to enhance the smooth lines of your newly transformed physique.

About Nouvelle 
Nouvelle designs and manufactures post-surgical compression wear, body shaping garments, and scar care products for men and women. Custom garments are designed to speed healing following breast augmentation, breast implant removals, breast lift, breast reduction, and buttock implants. Based in Virginia Beach, VA, the company offers its products for distribution throughout the U.S.A. and abroad. With a strict adherence to time-honored sewing traditions not typically available in today’s mass-production-focused market, Nouvelle’s creations are only available through private medical practices, select surgical supply vendors, and its Virginia Beach store. Distinguishing characteristics of the compression wear line include:

*Careful attention is paid to every conceivable way fabric touches sensitive skin post surgery.
*Flat, durable, consistent stitching does not aggravate incisions.
*Zippers and hook and eye closures are carefully placed so they never come in contact with healing skin.
*Not a single design uses wires or stays.
*Fabric is soft, yet durable enough for long-term use and multiple washes.
*Safe fabrics are made in the U.S.A. and free of formaldehyde and latex.

For more information about international distribution and sales, please contact Dawn Cover.

February and March are typically among the busiest times of the year for plastic surgeries, and Nouvelle Inc. is working with a number of distributors and physician practices to ensure patients have appropriate compression wear for all stages of recovery.

Abdominal Compression Set

“Compression wear sets are the ideal choice for 1st and 2nd stage recovery,” notes Dawn Cover, president of Nouvelle Inc. “Healing time has to be fast, and patients are very meticulous about having the appropriate garments they will need post surgery. Our sets are designed to speed recovery so patients are well on their way to healing before swimsuit season hits.”

Nouvelle’s compression sets are the newest addition to its product line, which has been fine-tuned to accommodate healing of single or multiple cosmetic procedures such as tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), liposuction, liposculpture and more. Each set includes:

Capri Length Compression Set

1st Healing Stage Garment: 
Worn immediately post-op and up to six weeks following surgery. Generally, garments used during this period are designed for ultimate ease-of-use with maximum compression levels, convenient zippers and safe closures.

2nd Healing Stage Garment: 
Phased in at four to six weeks after surgery. Garments worn at this stage use slightly less-constrictive fabric and no zippers. Each pull-on design is lightweight, easy to wear, and designed to enhance the smooth lines of your newly transformed physique.

About Nouvelle 
Nouvelle designs and manufactures post-surgical compression wear, body shaping garments, and scar care products for men and women. Custom garments are designed to speed healing following breast augmentation, breast implant removals, breast lift, breast reduction, and buttock implants. Based in Virginia Beach, VA, the company offers its products for distribution throughout the U.S.A. and abroad. With a strict adherence to time-honored sewing traditions not typically available in today’s mass-production-focused market, Nouvelle’s creations are only available through private medical practices, select surgical supply vendors, and its Virginia Beach store. Distinguishing characteristics of the compression wear line include:

*Careful attention to every conceivable way fabric touches sensitive skin post surgery.
*Flat, durable, consistent stitching, so as not to aggravate incisions.
*Zippers and hook and eye closures that are carefully placed so they are never in danger of contacting healing skin.
*Not a single design uses wires or stays.
*Fabric that is soft, yet durable enough for long-term use and multiple washes.
*Safe fabrics made in the U.S.A. and free of formaldehyde and latex.

For more information about international distribution and sales, please contact Dawn Cover.

In a study released by the American Burn Association, each year more than 450,000 people need care following burn injuries resulting from motor vehicle/aircraft crashes and contact with electricity, chemicals or hot liquid substances.

Compression garments and scar therapy are just two tools used by medical professionals in the care and treatment of serious burn injuries, and Nouvelle Inc. is proud to serve physicians and patients with top quality products to assist in healing.

“Our alliance with the medical community is a strong one, involving consistent research, consultation, and input regarding the latest surgical advances. We are pleased to offer a product line that continuously evolves and meets the changing needs of patients and plastic surgeons,” said Dawn Cover, president of Nouvelle Inc.

In addition to products designed to assist patients recovering from traumatic burn injuries, Nouvelle offers the full range of post-surgical products for virtually any type of plastic, cosmetic, or reconstructive surgery, including, but not limited to:

*Breast Augmentation
*Breast Implant Removals
*Breast Lift
*Breast Reduction in Men and Women
*Buttock Implants
*Cervicoplasty
*Facelift
*Platysmaplasty
*Submental Liposuction
*Otoplasty
*Liposuction
*Tummy Tuck
*Brachioplasty
*Gastric Bypass
*Hernia

Nouvelle manufactures and distributes post-surgical compression wear, body shaping garments, and scar care products worldwide from its facility in Virginia Beach, Va. Each garment is handcrafted with care, and customized for optimal healing of single or multiple cosmetic procedures. For more information about international distribution and sales, please contact Dawn Cover via email or telephone.

Moving forward after cosmetic surgery can be particularly daunting, especially given the time and patience required for successful recovery. Nouvelle Inc. is pleased to offer quality post-surgical products designed to help speed the process and deliver optimal results following the five most frequent surgeries according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

Four of the top five procedures involve the breasts. “Our bra line offers a comprehensive selection designed to protect and stabilize the breasts following surgery, noted Dawn Cover, president of Nouvelle Inc. “Our design team has carefully crafted each bra to be worn 24 hours a day, seven days a week to ensure surgical sites, stitches, drains, etc. are comfortably protected and secure.”

Top Five Cosmetic Procedures

1. Breast Augmentation: Often referred to as augmentation mammoplasty, this popular procedure is performed to increase or restore breast volume after weight reduction or pregnancy. Specially designed bras aid in breast augmentation support and recovery.

Style 35 Cotton Bra

2. Breast Implant Removals: (Augmentation Patients Only): According to the Food and Drug Administration, as many as 20 percent of women who receive implants for augmentation have had to have their implants removed within eight to 10 years. Bras to help speed recovery are designed to protect and stabilize implants for maximum healing.

3. Breast Lift: A breast lift or mastopexy helps raise and firm the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening surrounding tissue. Post-surgical bras assist patients in various stages of the healing process.

4. Breast Reduction in Men: Breast reduction is a common surgical treatment for gynecomastia, or enlargement of the male breasts. Recovery involves use of compression shirts, tanks or vests in order to control swelling, flush out harmful fluids and accelerate healing.

5. Buttock Implants: Also referred to as buttocks augmentation, gluteal implants enhance the appearance, size and definition of gluteal muscles by placement of solid silicone forms. Gaining in popularity is the Brazilian Butt Lift, in which fat is grafted or transferred from the hips or lower back and injected into the peaks of the buttocks to improve curve and shape.

Nouvelle manufactures and distributes post-surgical compression wear, body shaping garments, and scar care products worldwide from its facility in Virginia Beach, Va. Each garment is handcrafted with care, and customized for optimal healing of single or multiple cosmetic procedures. For more information about international distribution and sales, please contact Dawn Cover via email or telephone.

According to a report in the December issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), a new reverse liposuction procedure enables surgeons to remove and replace implants used for breast augmentation with the patient’s own fat cells. The technique, called simultaneous implant exchange with fat (SIEF) offers women a new alternative when having implants from a breast augmentation removed.

“We are excited about the new options for women undergoing breast implant removal,” said Dawn Cover, president of Nouvelle Inc. “We’ve tailored our bra line to help women as they heal from this latest technique, as well as procedures such as breast augmentation with implants, breast reduction, mastectomy, and mastopexy.”

Nouvelle offers the full range of surgical bras designed to protect and stabilize breasts following surgical procedures such as SIEF, breast reduction (reduction mammaplasty), breast lift (mastopexy), breast implants (augmentation mammaplasty), mastectomy, and breast reconstruction following mastectomy. Each bra is crafted to be worn 24 hours a day, seven days a week to ensure surgical sites, stitches, drains, etc. are comfortably protected and secure:

Bra Bands

Breast lift and augmentation patients appreciate the versatility of Nouvelle’s bra bands. These durable, flexible cotton bands provide superior comfort, support and stability following breast surgery. May be worn in addition to regular bras without wires.

Augmentation Bra with Ice Packs

Bras with Cups

Nouvelle’s exclusive bra collection merges soothing comfort with superior compression for patients recovering from breast surgery. Our beautifully-styled post-surgical bras are recommended for enhanced healing results following most breast procedures, including breast implantation (augmentation mammaplasty), breast lift (mastopexy), and mastectomies. Handcrafted and wire-free, each design ensures proper compression and stabilization to help reduce swelling and shorten recovery time.

Bras without Cups

Nouvelle’s surgical support bra line offers premium levels of compression and protection for patients following breast surgery. Designed with flat fronts without cups, these garments are ideal for use immediately after breast reduction (reduction mammaplasty), breast augmentation (augmentation mammaplasty), breast lift (mastopexy), lumpectomy, and breast reconstruction following mastectomy. Perfect for recovery when strong lateral and vertical support is needed.

Bras with Sleeves

Nouvelle’s bras with sleeves are ideal for velvety soft support and maximum compression during recovery from arm surgery (brachioplasty), breast augmentation, and liposuction. Compression bras with sleeves also help prevent extreme, hypertrophic scarring in the event of severe, skin damaging burns. Excellent relief for symptoms associated with lymphedema, such as fluid retention and tissue swelling.

Cotton Bras

Nouvelle’s signature cotton bra collection was created in an effort to produce a compression product that not only feels good next to delicate surgical areas, but breathes and flexes with the patient’s body thanks to a unique cotton/nylon blend.

Style 35 Cotton Bra

About Nouvelle:

Nouvelle manufactures and distributes post-surgical compression wear, body shaping garments, and scar care products worldwide from its facility in Virginia Beach, Va. For more information about international distribution and sales, please contact Dawn Cover via email or telephone.

Post-surgical compression wear manufacturer Nouvelle Inc. announces its partnership with Medisurge, Inc. of New Delhi, India. Medisurge joins a growing base of international distributors for Nouvelle’s custom-made garments, which are worn as part of the healing process by patients recovering from surgeries such as breast augmentation, liposuction, abdominoplasty and more.

“We are pleased to offer Nouvelle’s distinguished line of compression garments for post-surgical use as these products meet our very stringent quality standards for medical supplies,” said Vinish Mathur, director of Medisurge, Inc.

Nouvelle handcrafts compression wear with strict adherence to time-honored sewing traditions not typically available in today’s fast, mass production-focused market. “We have fine-tuned every detail of our garments,” notes Dawn Cover, president of Nouvelle Inc. “Stitches must be strong and the fabric must be soft, yet durable. Fabric purity is crucial as well and we ensure all garments are free of latex and formaldehyde-a dangerous chemical known to have many adverse health effects. It would be impossible to mass produce anything in our line and maintain such standards.”

Unique product features include:

Durable fabric.  Featuring four-way stretch and memory, each garment can withstand numerous washes, endure extremely long wear times, and miraculously retain original shape and quality. Each design has been through rigorous testing to ensure complete comfort and enhanced efficacy of every angle, seam and compression area.

Craftsmanship. Nouvelle designs offer distinctly soft, silky textures to ensure comfort next to sensitive surgical sites. Each design is constructed using the finest fabric available, and hand-inspected to ensure seams are soundly, solidly constructed prior to shipment.

Variety. Nouvelle’s online offerings are extensive, featuring garments crafted for healing following virtually any type of plastic, reconstructive or cosmetic procedure. Its expert design and manufacturing team also creates garments when needed.

Comfort. Realizing post-operative healing stages can be uncomfortable, particular attention is given to every conceivable way fabric touches skin. Stitches are constructed so they are perfectly flat, so as not to aggravate incisions. Zippers and closures are never in danger of contacting the skin and none of the designs feature metal wires or stays.

Nouvelle manufactures and distributes post-surgical compression wear, body shaping garments, and scar care products worldwide from its facility in Virginia Beach, Va. For more information about international distribution and sales, please contact Dawn Cover via email or telephone.

Nouvelle, Inc., one of the world’s leading manufacturers of USA-made compression garments and post-surgical recovery products, announces the launch of it’s newly-revised website. Enhanced features include this interactive blog, richer product descriptions, and downloadable fact sheets for consumers and distributors.

“We’re continually adding new features and expanding the depth of product information for online customers. Our vision is to offer a completely comprehensive, detailed resource for plastic surgery recovery products,” explained Dawn Cover, president of Nouvelle Inc.

Nouvelle manufactures and distributes post-surgical compression wear, body shaping garments, and scar care products worldwide from its facility in Virginia Beach, Va. Its carefully-honed product line offers an endless assortment of 1^st and 2^nd stage surgical garments for every cosmetic procedure, including abdominal girdles, binders, augmentation bras, and full body suits. All products are latex and formaldehyde-free and proudly manufactured in the USA.

Unique product features include:

Durable fabric.  Featuring four-way stretch and memory, each garment can withstand numerous washes, endure extremely long wear times, and miraculously retain original shape and quality. Each design has been through rigorous testing to ensure complete comfort and enhanced efficacy of every angle, seam and compression area.

Craftsmanship. Nouvelle designs offer distinctly soft, silky textures to ensure comfort next to sensitive surgical sites. Each design is constructed using the finest fabric available, and hand-inspected to ensure seams are soundly, solidly constructed prior to shipment.

Variety. Nouvelle’s online offerings are extensive, featuring garments crafted for healing following virtually any type of plastic, reconstructive or cosmetic procedure. Its expert design and manufacturing team also creates garments when needed.

Comfort. Realizing post-operative healing stages can be uncomfortable, particular attention is given to every conceivable way fabric touches skin. Stitches are constructed so they are perfectly flat, so as not to aggravate incisions. Zippers and closures are never in danger of contacting the skin and none of the designs feature metal wires or stays.

Nouvelle’s internationally-recognized products are available through approved distributors and www.nouvelleinc.com. For more information about purchasing or distributing the company’s products, please contact Dawn Cover via email or telephone.

We are pleased to offer the Nouvelle Compression Wear Guide as a free download for our customers. This comprehensive consumer guide provides specifics regarding proper use of compression wear, fabric content, and surgical procedures for which compression wear provides a healing advantage.

“We address concerns such as how compression garments can help reduce swelling, decrease the risk of blood clots, and help assist the body in flushing out harmful fluids during recovery,” notes Dawn Cover, president of Nouvelle Inc.

Nouvelle manufactures and distributes post-surgical compression wear, body shaping garments, and scar care products worldwide from its facility in Virginia Beach, Va. Its internationally-recognized products are available through approved distributors and online at www.nouvelleinc.com. For more information about purchasing or distributing the company’s products, please contact Dawn Cover via email or telephone.

Nouvelle, Inc. is excited to announce its new 2013 product catalog, featuring several new product offerings: The Advanced Face Wrap, Convertible Compression Arm Sleeves, and Full Body/Abdomen Contour Thong.

“Preliminary sales of our new fall offerings have exceeded expectations, and we look forward to stepping up production to meet the heightened demand for post-surgical compression wear,” said Dawn Cover, president of Nouvelle Inc.

Advanced Face Wrap

This exclusive design provides the best support available for patients recovering from any combination of surgeries involving the neck and face, including cervicoplasty, platysmaplasty, submental liposuction, and otoplasty.

Convertible Compression Arm Sleeves 

Nouvelle’s redesigned arm sleeves provide lightweight, yet powerful healing compression and support for the arms. A key feature of the product is the ease with which patients can adjust the bodice for a precise fit. Key uses of arm sleeves include care following arm lift surgery (brachioplasty) and liposuction; prevention of extreme, hypertrophic scarring from severe, skin-damaging burns; and relief for symptoms associated with lymphedema, such as fluid retention and tissue swelling.

Full Body/Abdomen Contour Thong

Full Body Thong: The full body thong is the ultimate medical-grade garment for women recovering from multiple cosmetic procedures: Brazilian butt lift (buttocks augmentation, butt lift), body lift (belt lipectomy), tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), breast reduction (reduction mammaplasty), breast augmentation (augmentation mammaplasty), breast reconstruction following mastectomy, gastric bypass and a variety of liposuction procedures: stomach liposuction, lipoplasty, suction lipectomy and liposculpture. This compression suit ensures complete coverage of the breast area, abdominals, back, flanks, and abdomen.

Abdomen Contour Thong: The abdomen contour thong provides superior medical-grade compression to support healing tissue where needed, and open, gentle protection of the buttocks to preserve sensitive contours and new curves following the Brazilian butt lift (buttocks augmentation). This exclusive new design is the ultimate compression garment for women recovering from aesthetic procedures such as Brazilian butt lift (buttocks augmentation), tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), hernia operations, and a variety of liposuction procedures.

About Nouvelle

Nouvelle manufactures and distributes post-surgical compression wear, body shaping garments, and scar care products worldwide from its facility in Virginia Beach, Va. Its internationally-recognized products are available through approved distributors and online at www.nouvelleinc.com. For more information about purchasing or distributing the company’s products, please contact Dawn Cover via email or telephone.