Treatments

Wrinkle Correction Therapies

Persistent facial lines and wrinkles make the face look older and often convey negative emotions such as worry, anger, anxiety or sadness. Safe and effective therapies now exist that can reduce or eliminate these problems by injection of either Botox@ to reduce muscle contraction or fillers such as Restylane@ to correct volume deficiencies.

A. WRINKLE RELAXER – BOTOX COSMETIC

Many wrinkles are actually creases that have been worn into the skin by making the same expression thousands of times. Botox@ injections smooth wrinkles by safely and selectively blocking the muscles from contracting. As a result, the muscles relax and the wrinkles gradually soften and often disappear. There is no downtime.

Botox@ is a sterile, purified protein that has been used in the medical field for more than 20 years. When employed for cosmetic purposes, it is used in minute quantities that cannot harm your body.

In addition to the millions of treatments given each year for cosmetic purposes, Botox has even provided long lasting results in treating abnormal sweating conditions of the underarms and hands.

Results: Reduction or elimination of
- Frown lines between the eyes or top of nose
- Crow's feet around the eyes
- Lines across the forehead
- Lines around the mouth and lips
- Muscle bands of the neck
- Muscles that depress the comers of the mouth.

Recommended Number of Treatments: Most patients benefit from consistent treatments as long as undesirable muscle contraction returns.

There are many instances in which patients have been able to taper or reduce the number of treatments after a period of time.

Treatment Interval: Every 3 to 4 months is usual, though some patients may see a longer lasting effect.

Treatment Time: Varies with the number of areas being treated, but is often 5 to 15 minutes.

B. WRINKLE FILLERS – RESTYLANE, JUVEDERM, RADIESSE, PERLANE, SCULPTRA

Facial wrinkles and creases begin to appear as the underlying collagen and elastin fibers break down and wear out. Fillers are injected into or under the skin to restore volume and reduce wrinkles and folds. They are also used to create fuller, more youthful lips. Most of the products selected for use are developed to be virtually identical to components found naturally in your body or skin structure - this reduces the risk of allergic reaction to the point that pre-treatment skin testing is not needed.

Results: Filling and smoothing the folds of the smile lines of the cheek, frown lines, marionette lines, lip wrinkles and other areas of the face. Also. lip enhancement for fuller lips. The results can often be enhanced when used along with Botox@ therapy.

Recommended Number of Treatments: Most patients benefit from consistent treatments that are scheduled according to the areas treated and the filler used.

Treatment Time: 30 to 60 minutes

Laser Resurfacing

Active/Deep Fx are fractional CO2 laser skin resurfacing treatments that correct brown age spots, fine lines, deep wrinkles, texture irregularities skin laxity and scarring. The fractional CO2 laser microbeams precisely target the skin's surface and the deep dermal layers of the skin. Most effects of the treatment become visible right away, whereas others, such as new collagen formation, build up gradually and results in continued smoothing overtime. This new technology produces dramatic results with minimal downtime.

Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy is one of most prevalent and effective treatments for spider veins, which can develop due to genetics, pregnancy, hormonal changes, weight gain or prolonged standing. During the treatment, a sclerosing agent is injected into the veins through a tiny needle. Two or more sessions are usually required to achieve results, although as many as six sessions may be needed. Depending on the number of veins treated in any given session, treatments can last anywhere from 15 to 45 minutes.

Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)

Photodynamic therapy, also know as PDT, is a safe and effective alternative to treating acne, sun-damaged skin, precancerous spots, blotchy pigmentation, and rough skin patches. This treatment has the unique ability to minimize pores and reduce oil gland production which has helped men, women, and teenagers improve their skin's appearance significantly. PDT is preformed by applying a topical photosensitizing agent called Levulan, which is then activated with a specific Wave length of light. For maximum improvement, a series of three or more treatments are performed two to four weeks apart.

Foto Facial

Often referred to as "Foto Facial", this highly popular light technique is designed to treat a wide variety of skin conditions. Pulses of light are passed into the dermis of the skin and are selectively absorbed by brown and red pigments, resulting in a wide range of benefits including diminishing age/liver spots, fine lines, redness, broken capillaries, freckles minor sun damage, port wine stains and spider veins on the face.

Results: Diminish or eliminate a variety of skin problems. General correction of uneven skin color and Rosacea. Will enhance texture and reduce pore size.

Recommended Number of Treatments: 5 treatments comprise the recommended program Necessary to achieve the best results.

Treatment lnterval: 2-3 weeks.
Treatment Time: Varies with the areas treated (30 minutes).

Laser Hair Removal

Unwanted facial or body hair is easily removed through treatment with laser light that stops growth at the hair follicle. The ability to permanently reduce hair through a series of treatments can be both convenient and cost effective when compared to repeated shaving or waxing. Our laser technology allows rapid hair removal without the need for topical anesthesia for the majority of patients( though it is available).

Results: Permanent reduction of hair is achieved in most cases. Virtually all skin types can now be safely treated.

Recommended Number of Treatments: 5 to 8 treatments are advised since lasers are only Effective on the hair follicles that are in the active growth phase when the treatment is given. Treatment Interval: 4 to 12 weeks.

Treatment Time: Varies with the area being treated, but is often 15 to 60 minutes.

Recovery Time: There is no downtime

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