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1. Juvederm Voluma XC – Mid face
2. Sculptra – Lower face
3. Ultherapy – Jawline and Neck
Restylane lyft is a great alternative to Voluma.
Juvederm Voluma XC, the latest treatment from Allergan, targets lack of volume and sagging skin to offer a subtle lift to the face. Juvederm Voluma XC is the first and only FDA-approved filler for adding volume to the cheek area. The injectable gel formula uses hyaluronic acid, a substance that occurs naturally in the skin, and requires little to no downtime.
- Juvéderm Voluma XC was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in December as the first injectable filler to instantly add volume to the cheek area.
- Juvederm Voluma lasts longer. Clinical studies are showing that Juvederm Voluma lasts about two years as opposed to the 12-18 months of Radiesse.
- The XC in Juvederm XC indicates that the filler contains lidocaine in the syringe, which makes it much more comfortable for you, the patient.
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A well-performed facelift actually repositions the cheek fat that sags as a result of gravity over time. Just to be clear, Juvederm Voluma can’t reposition cheek fat. Just to be clear, Juvederm Voluma can’t reposition cheek fat, but its thicker cross-linked formula adds volume in a way that restores a more-youthful contour to the midface (or a more pleasing Ogee curve if you speak medicalese). So if you’re not quite ready for a facelift but have started noticing some changes, Juvederm Voluma could be just what you’re looking for.
The subtle lift achieved with Juvederm Voluma XC can make a dramatic difference. Patients surveyed in the clinical trials said they look up to 5 years younger. The best part? Juvederm Voluma XC lasts up to two years.
A side-benefit of restoring volume to the cheek area is that it can also improve wrinkles and lines in other areas of the face, particularly the nasolabial folds and around the eyes. This varies from patient to patient depending on the depth and location of the wrinkles.
» Eat a good meal – there is no need to skip meals, please eat accordingly.
» Please do not have any caffeine on the day of your treatment. This can contribute to swelling and bruising.
» Please wear comfortable, loose or baggy clothing.
» You may wish to bring water, a light snack and entertainment materials i.e. book, ipod, laptop (wifi available), etc. Patients often read, listen to music or take a nap.
» Please refrain from taking fish oil – 5 days prior to treatment.
Treatment takes 30 minutes.
For energy after one session as reported by many patients. For skin lightening may take up to 3 or 6 session.
Yes, one treatment weekly for a series of 10 and you can repeat the course as needed.
No, these are water soluble and the body eliminate excess.
Always wear sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher, avoid direct sun exposure, and wear a wide-brimmed hat when in the sun—especially for at least 3 months after your last treatment.
No preparation whatsoever is required before your Ultherapy procedure, although your practitioner may recommend that comfort measures such as over-the-counter or prescribed medication be taken prior to treatment.
After cleansing the skin and identifying the specific areas to be treated, an ultrasound gel is applied and the smooth handpiece is placed upon your skin. The focused ultrasound energy bypasses the surface of your skin and is delivered to pre-planned depths within the tissue below to stimulate collagen growth.
Comfort levels vary from patient to patient and can depend on the area treated as well. Your practitioner will discuss options for making the experience as pleasant as possible. The sensation you experience is associated with the focused ultrasound energy as it is deposited below the surface of the skin. It is noticeable just while the energy is being delivered and patients typically leave comfortable and excited about the benefits to come.
You are able to return to your normal activities right away, and there are no special measures you need to take. Your skin may appear flushed immediately after the ultrasound treatment, but any redness should disappear within a few hours. It is not uncommon to experience slight swelling, or tingling/tenderness to the touch following the procedure, but these are mild and temporary in nature. There is the possibility for other less common post-procedural effects, such as temporary small areas of bruising or numbness, and other rare effects which your physician will review with you.
• Remove all makeup and skin care products prior to beginning of treatment. Hair should be pulled back and away from face for best application.
• Remove contact lenses if having Thermage done on the face.
• Remove all jewelry prior to arriving for your appointment for Thermage.
• Take prescribed pain medication and/or relaxants 1 hour before arriving for your appointment.
• Notify your technician of any tattooed area or permanent makeup on the face prior to treatment start.
Topical Care:
• Please wear a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or greater for at least 1 week post treatment.
• Do not irritate treated area chemically (such as with acne or anti-aging products) or mechanically (such as with sonic cleansing systems) for 1-2 days after treatment.
• Makeup may be applied immediately after treatment.
Bathing:
• Wash treated area gently with mild soap and water. If treated area is irritated, the area should not be rubbed with a face cloth or towel but rather patted dry.
Avoiding the use of NSAIDs and steroids:
• Aspirin, aspirin-containing products and ibuprofen should be avoided for at least 2 weeks post treatment. You may use Tylenol for discomfort if necessary. Prednisone and other steroids should be avoided completely for a month, since they affect results.
Activities:
• PLEASE NOTE: If sedation medication was taken prior to treatment, do not drive or operate machinery for four hours after your treatment.
• Provided that there is no persistent redness, blistering, or crusting present in the treatment area, you may resume all normal activities.
If you are pregnant or nursing
If you have experienced any sporadic itching and/or swelling of your tattoo in the past before laser treatments. This indicates an allergic reaction to the ink in your tattoo. Treatment cannot be performed as this is a life threatening issue.
Sun tanned or self tanner/spray tanned skin due to increased complications. You must wait 2 to 3 weeks until tan coloring fades.
State of the art lasers to direct energy at the ink in your tattoo for a fraction of a second. The laser energy passes harmlessly through the outer layer of your skin to target the tattoo ink directly. The laser fragments the ink into smaller components, which allows your body to absorb the ink and process it naturally.
We can remove most colors completely. While some colors require more treatments than other colors, even the most challenging colors will usually fade to a point where they’re nearly impossible to see.
Most tattoos require multiple treatments for full removal. We will scale to give you an accurate understanding of how many treatments it will take to remove your tattoo to the fullest extent.
Because each person and every tattoo is unique, everyone responds to laser tattoo removal treatments differently. Some people notice a distinct visual change with every single treatment, while others people may not see any change for a few treatments. When you follow our clinical staff’s advice, you ensure yourself the best results as soon as possible.
By gently heating the upper dermis well below your skin’s surface, Laser Genesis stimulates collagen regrowth to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Additional heat is generated in dilated capillaries to reduce redness.
On average, getting a professional facial once a month is ideal for someone who wants to take good care of their skin. That’s because the skin is a living organ, and it takes about 30 days for the cells to move up from the dermis to the surface, or epidermis, where they flatten out, die and slough off.
It is highly recommended that you don’t. But if you insist on applying makeup after these treatments, please be sure you products are clean and new. You do not want to introduce bacteria to your newly-polished skin.
Yes! Some patients have this procedure done during their lunch break. You can show off your new youthful look immediately after a treatment!
Laser Hair Removal can save you time and money that you currently spend on shaving and waxing. It also yields a clean look that you can’t achieve with just shaving.
IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light. It is a big bright light that flashes on the surface of the skin. It’s mainly used for the removal of brown spots, acne and rosacea.
Yes. IPL is a Flash Lamp Device and when the Light Flashes and hits the hair and damages the root follicle which prevents and reduces hair growth.
The main purpose of IPL is to Remove Brown Spots and in some cases it can help with the treatment of Rosacea and reducing of pores.
Facial Rejuventation can be done with IPL, once a month. The IPL Light can stimulate the pores and also promotes collagen growth. IPL can Rejuvenate and brighten the skin.
In order to remove your brown spots you need anywhere from 1-3 treatments. You need the right intensity of heat from the light in order for the brown spot to be removed.
It depends on your goals. If you want facial skin rejuvenation, then once a month is good. If you want to remove brown spots then 1-3 treatments should be sufficient.
The difference between IPL and PhotoFacial is essentially the same thing. When you hear the word “PhotoFacial” being used, it simply means that an IPL is used for Facial Rejuvenation which makes the skin look brighter and clearer. IPL is more for brown spots and reducing red and improving acne.
Yes. IPL is based on the Wavelength of light being used. Some IPL Treatments are better for the Treatment of Rosacea and Red Spots. Other IPL wavelengths are better the treatment of Brown Spots.
There are only two reasons why IPL isn’t effective in removing brown spots.
1. The heat wasn’t enough to remove your brown spots
2. The brown spots are too light in color
You can use IPL on the face, the arms, the back of the hands, and the chest area.
IPL takes anywhere between 10-20 minutes. For spot IPL treatments, it can take about 5-10 minutes.
If you’ve had a successful IPL Treatment, you will see the brown spots get a little darker. You may also see some stripping where there were a lot of brown spots. About a week later, it looks like little flakes and they fall off.
The Brown Spots that are best for IPL photofacial, are freckle like brown spots. This is where the background of the spots are light and the actual brown spots are really dark.
After your IPL Treatment, you want to avoid anything abrasive. You want to avoid doing microdermabrasion, chemical peels, Retin-A, and by either avoiding or protecting your skin from the Sun light by using SPF 30 or higher.
The stripping or brown streaks that you might sometimes see after an IPL treatment is damaged melanin. It will remove after a few days.
IPL can range from $150 to $400.
When looking for an IPL facility, you want to choose one that has the right equipment, the doctors and nurses have a lot of experience in doing IPL, and they have a lot of success in treating brown spots.
When doing IPL, we like to focus on lighter skin types. For darker skin types, you may want to consult with your medical practitioner to make sure that you are suitable for IPL.
1. If possible, please do not wear makeup to your treatment.
2. Avoid any irritants to your skin, such as any products containing Retin-A, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents or Vitamin C for one week before your treatment.
3. Do not wax or use a depilatory on treatment areas for one week prior to your treatment.
4. Before each treatment, please inform us if you are taking any new antibiotics or medications as they may make your skin photosensitive and therefore we may not be able to treat you for one to two weeks after completion of the medication.
1. Avoid sun exposure and tanning beds to treated areas after treatment (we recommend this indefinitely). Daily sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 is vital to maintain your improved skin.
2. Avoid any irritants to your skin, such as any products containing Retin-A, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic & salicylic acids, astringents or Vitamin C for one week after your treatment.
3. Do not wax, tweeze or use a depilatory to the treated areas for 1 week after your treatment.
4. Treated lentigines usually darken after treatment and crusting begins to form within a few days. This crusting usually resolves in 1 to 3 weeks. It should be allowed to naturally flake off.
5. If significant crusting occurs beyond the normal flaking of the treated lesions, an antibiotic ointment such as Polysporin or Bacitracin may be recommended.
6. Localized redness may be present and typically resolves within 24 to 48 hours.
7. If you do not need makeup for the evening or treatment, wait until the next morning.
The treatment results are often subtle. On average, you may require four to six treatments in order to achieve optimal results. Every patient’s condition and needs vary. For more information about your expected results or the number of treatments necessary, consult your healthcare professional.
Although most patients report few if any side effects, the most common is a slight redness that disappears within a few hours of treatment. Consult your healthcare professional for complete information about the benefits and risks of treatment.
Our fully licensed, fully certified female laser nurses all work under the supervision of a team of M.D. and P.A.s. Our staff is very experienced. They are trained to treat all kinds of skin, from light to very dark (African American) skins.
Most patients are able to immediately resume daily activities following a Laser Genesis treatment. Aftercare instructions include a regimen of using sunscreen, monitoring appropriate water consumption and wearing protective clothing.
1. Avoid use of Accutane for 6-9 months prior to treatment.
2. Avoid tanning area (tanning beds, spray tan, sun) for a minimum of six weeks prior to treatment.
3. Stop use of exfoliants on treated area one week prior to treatment.
4. Skin should be clean, free of lotion, make-up, perfume, and sunscreen before treatment.
5.You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding to receive treatment.
1. You may have redness, swelling, itching and burning for a few minutes up to 48 hours. You may apply aloe vera or a cold compress.
2. Avoid direct sunlight and use sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher.
3. Do not apply make-up until redness has subsided.
4. Avoid hot showers for 24 hours. Use cool water and gentle cleansers for 48 hours.
5. Follow up treatments should be scheduled every 3-4 weeks.
Yes, in fact, we recommend you shave the day of the treatment. However, please do not wax, bleach, or pluck hairs in the area you want to have treated for three weeks before your treatment date.
The number of treatments that you will require varies upon your hair and skin color, as well as other genetic factors. Please make an appointment to get an estimate of how many treatments it will take for your personal hair removal.
There will be redness on the treated areas for couple of hours. Stay away from warm environments such as sauna, sun tan places and hot baths for at least 12 hours to avoid side effects such as blistering and hyperpigmentation. Also we do not laser over tattooed areas.
After 4-6 treatments (spaced out every 4-5 weeks for the face or every 6-8 weeks for the arms/body/legs), most patients will see a 50-80% reduction in hair. Hair that remains should be thinner, lighter in color, softer, and grows more slowly.
1. Please shave the entire area you desire treated the day before your planned treatment. Razors will no longer be available to clients.
2. If you have a history of perioral herpes (cold sores), and you are having your face treated, prophylactic antiviral therapy must be started before treatment and continued one week after treatment.
3. It is best that you refrain from tweezing or waxing immediately, shaving and trimming are better.
4. Wearing light undergarments is advised, if we will be treating an area that is not visible. Laser energy is attracted to pigment.
5. Use a broad spectrum SPF 30 (or greater) sunblock before AND after your treatments. No natural or artificial tanning (which includes tanning beds and spray tans) any time within 2-3 weeks before your session.
6. A cream to avoid potential pigmentation may be given for certain skin types.
7. Avoid exfoliating agents like Retin-A, alpha or beta hydroxy acids, toners or any irritating creams for one week prior.
8. Do not apply any perfumes, deodorant or make-up to the desired area the day of your treatment.
1. No deodorant for 24 to 48 hours if underarm was treated.
2. Immediately after your treatment there likely will be some slight redness, swelling around the hair follicles and mild discomfort similar to a sunburn. You may use Skin Medica’s Ceratopic to help soothe any redness or swelling. Cool packs may be applied.
3. You may also notice during and immediately after your session the smell of burned hairs. This is normal.
4. Do not rub, or pick the treated area. Do not use any loofahs or abrasive scrubs for at least 5 days.
5. Avoid strenuous sports activities or hot water/ saunas/ jacuzzi for 3 days.
6. If a crust develops, apply Skin Medica’s Restorative Ointment twice daily, to keep the area moist until healed.
7. Contact our office if the area shows signs of infection or blistering.
8. Continue to use sunblock for the duration of your treatments.
There are a few conditions for which you should consider Spectra Toning. It can be a very effective tool for reducing the appearance of melasma, or areas of brown skin pigmentation usually brought on by hormonal shifts, such as pregnancy. Spectra Toning can also help reduce the appearance of other dark spots and lesions, as well as pores and fine wrinkles.
There is no patient downtime associated with the Spectra Toning treatment. Most patients can return to their normal daily activities immediately after treatment. Take care to use a high SPF sunscreen on all treated areas and avoid direct sun exposure before and after treatment. Prolonged sun exposure can cause and exacerbate existing melasma, and sun exposure directly after laser treatment can increase the risk of hyper-pigmentation.
This is a non-ablative laser procedure, which means the laser works without heating the surface of the skin. This translates to virtually no pain or downtime for the patient.
The Spectra Toning treatment is a gradual process. Most patients will need to undergo 6-8 sessions before they begin to see results. Avoiding sun exposure before and after treatment can help to maximize and prolong results.
The treatment is painless and it only takes about 10-15 minutes.
1.Before treatment, is highly recommended that patients use a chemical exfoliant (Glycolic acid, Retin- for at least two weeks.
2. Do not wax 1 week prior to treatment or shave the day of treatment.
3. Patients with a history of cold sores/herpes simplex must be pre-treated with a prophylactic antiviral medication prior to treatment.
4. Avoid sunbeds or sun exposure prior to treatment. Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide 5% or more should be used as least 2 weeks prior to treatment.
5. Makeup should be avoided on the area to be treated for 4 hours prior to treatment if possible.
6. All medications must be checked for photosenstivity.
Following treatment, avoid sun exposure and apply a sunscreen containing at least 5% zinc one hour before going outdoors for at least two weeks. Pure aloe vera gel and cold compresses may be used for comfort and swelling. After 4 hours the skin may be cleansed with a gentle cleanser that is non-abrasive with out artificial fragrance, detergents, color or oils. Moisturize daily with a non-comodogenic moisturizer. Avoid the use of glycolic, retinols and toners for 5-7 days.
When dermal or epidermal lesions have been treated, patients are advised to avoid peeling off or damaging any scabbing that may occur and to let the scab fall off naturally. An antibiotic cream can be applied to the lesion until the crust falls off.
After treatment you can resume most or your usual activities as long as the treated area is not scratched or rubbed. Practice strict sun avoidance (by covering the treated area when you’re in the sun) until your skin has healed. Be sure to follow your treating clinician’s instructions, keeping in mind that these instructions may vary from one treatment to another.
Of course! Our lasers are extremely accurate. Quite often we remove just part of a tattoo so that you can have it redone correctly and have it look the way it should have to begin with.
Pain is a personal thing that is different for each individual. Tattoo removal treatments are uncomfortable, but easily tolerable. They are also completed very quickly. Numbing cream is available.
1. Shave all hair around the area to be treated. A half hour before treatment apply topical anesthetic. Do not take Aspirin, Aleve, Motrin (or other ibuprofen products).
2. Keep treated area out of the sun for at least 2 weeks prior to treatment. A minimum SPF30 or greater (UVA/UVB) should be used for any sun exposure during your treatments prior to going outside. Sunblock is preferred to sunscreen. KEEP IT COVERED if in the sun! Our clinic carries recommended sunblock – please talk to your technician.
3. Treatment can be scheduled no sooner than 6 weeks apart
4. To minimize any discomfort, we recommend that you take a Tylenol 30 minutes prior to the procedure.
5. Pain medications such as Motrin, Aspirin and Aleve thin blood and promote bruising and therefore should be avoided 3 to 7 days before treatment.
6. No Retin-A, Retinols, AHA’s or other topical acid products on skin.
7. Do not have your laser tattoo removal treatment done under the influence of alcohol or drugs. This can cause thinning of the blood, which can lead to increased bleeding and other more serious problems.
After 24 hours (and until you are healed):
1. Apply Aloe cream twice a day to moisturize the area.
2. You can resume all of your normal activities except swimming (unless fully healed).
3. DO NOT POP BLISTERS or pick scabs. You risk infection and scarring if you do this.
4. Avoid the sun and tanning beds while you heal.
5. Wait between treatments as advised by your treating clinician.
Unlike many procedures requiring two or more sessions, most Thermage patients benefit from a single treatment. The treating doctor will determine the course of treatment that is right for each patient, based on the patient’s needs and goals.
The Thermage CPT procedure is designed especially for the face and the body; and is the first and only procedure cleared by the FDA for eyelids. Thermage can help contour skin safely on most body parts, including the face, eyes, tummy, arms, hands, knees, thighs and buttocks
With its latest new treatment parameters to treat the face with the Total Tip 3.0, practices and patients are reporting visible contouring and toning results off-the-table; and this immediate result continues to improve over time. Measurable smoothing and contouring improvements are seen over a two to six month time period following a single treatment session.
Thermage is great to smooth, tighten and deep contour skin for an overall younger looking appearance without surgery or injections for the right person with little skin laxity.
Pros of Thermage: It is a single treatment, improvement is immediately visible and continues to improve for six months. No downtime; after the treatment, you can get back to normal routine. Thermage is color blind. Unlike lasers, Thermage procedures work on all skin types and colors. After Thermage, you don’t have to avoid the sun.
Cons of Thermage: May or may not see results right away, especially if you need more than usual tightening. Results are not always predictable. It is not a very pleasant procedure, as you may feel discomfort in the form of deep heat sensation.
Ultherapy is the only non-invasive treatment approved by the FDA for lifting the skin on the
neck, chin and brow. Ultherapy uses focused ultrasound to lift and tighten loose skin over
time, without any downtime.
Ultherapy is the only non-surgical cosmetic procedure that uses focused ultrasound to stimulate the growth of new collagen deep within the skin. The production of new collagen occurs over time, so results can become more apparent over three to six months. The procedure takes only about an hour for most patients, and there is no downtime. It also is the only procedure to use ultrasound imaging, which allows us to actually see the layers of tissue we target during the treatment and ensure the energy is deposited precisely to where it will be most effective.
A recent software upgrade called “Ultherapy Amplify” now affords a more comfortable procedure. While comfort thresholds vary from patient to patient, most patients now report that the procedure is quite tolerable. If and when any discomfort does occur, it happens while the ultrasound energy is being delivered. This sensation is temporary and is a positive signal that the collagen-building process has been initiated.
Patients treated with Ultherapy still have fresh young collagen after a year’s time following the procedure, but skin continues to age. Future touch-up treatments can help keep pace with the aging process, which varies by individual.
There may be slight redness for up to an hour or so following the treatment, and a small percentage of patients may have slight swelling, tingling or tenderness to touch, but these are mild and temporary in nature.
The procedure has been cleared by the FDA after demonstrating safety in clinical studies, and over 100,000 treatments have been performed safely worldwide. In addition, ultrasound energy has a proven track record, with use in the field of medicine for more than 50 years.
The majority of patients only need one treatment; however, some may benefit from more than one treatment depending on how much laxity they have and their body’s own biological response to the ultrasound and the collagen-building process.
A good candidate for Ultherapy is someone with skin that has some degree of laxity, to the point of looking, and often feeling, less firm. A lowered eyebrow line or sagging skin on the eyelids, for instance, is often the first sign of “maturing” skin. Loose skin under the neck and under the chin signals a patient might be a candidate. Typically, those in their thirties and older who have mild to moderate skin laxity are candidates.
While Ultherapy is not a replacement for a surgical face lift, there are many people who want some lifting but are not ready for surgery, either mentally, physically or financially. There also are younger people who want to “stay ahead of the game” as well as those looking to prolong the effects of cosmetic surgery.
Collagen is a natural protein that gives skin its youthfulness by keeping it firmed and toned. As we age, collagen loses its strength and its ability to stand up to the effects of gravity that pull the skin downward. Ultherapy uses focused ultrasound to generate a thermal affect under the skin. The thermal affect essentially jumpstarts a repair process that strengthens existing collagen and produces fresh, new collagen.
Currently, Ultherapy is a treatment for the face and neck with a specific clinical indication
for lifting the skin on the neck, chin and brow.
Yes! Both women and men globally are receiving Ultherapy.
To initiate CoolSculpting, we will position the device on your body. The device will then draw the bulge up between 2 cooling panels. The sensation is a very firm pull and quite a bit of pressure—enough of a pull to ensure the selected tissue will be cooled most efficiently. The device then slowly lowers the temperature, freezing the fat cells and numbing the area. After about an hour later, you’re done!
First, your skin will be cleansed. Then, about 60 minutes prior to treatment, a topical anesthetic ointment will be applied to the treatment area. The Fraxel procedure takes about 20-25 minutes for a full face.
Smoother, fresher, younger-looking looking skin, improved tone and texture, erasing of unwanted brown spots, reduced fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes, and improved appearance of acne scars and surgical scars.
Wrinkles around the eyes (periorbital wrinkles), acne scars, surgical scars, age spots and sun spots (pigmented lesions), melasma (irregular patches of brown skin on the forehead, cheeks, upper lip and nose), Actinic Keratoses (precancerous lesions), and skin resurfacing.
Chemical peels and lasers (Cosmelon, VI Peels, and Obagi fraxel lasers, CO2 lasers, and other fractionated lasers) are all possible treatments.
However, the melanocyte which is the cell that produces Melasma gets irritated by:
1. Heat
2. Peeling
It is unknown so far, but research has point to hormonal imbalance, stress, excessive heat, pregnancy, genetics, certain medications (such as antidepressants and blood pressure medications), inappropriate and unsupervised use of bleaching creams, and ultimately the damaging effects of sun exposure, which can dramatically increase Melasma.
Two factors to watch for when receiving treatments for Melasma:
1. Heat
2. Peeling
Pixel Q-switch laser is an absolutely safe option for all skin types and colors.
This is very simple, lunch time procedure and the treatment time is 30 minutes only. And one can resume work immediately after the procedure.
Discomfort is minimal to moderate. May use numbing cream, local anesthetic injections, or ice packs to aid with treatment.
This is a problem easily corrected. This is caused by inadequate botox to the side of forehead ( brow elevators). Just add a drop to each side of forehead will solve the problem (Taking care not to over treat or will drop the brow or lids). Again our injectors are well trained in providing the most safe and effective results.
Contrary to popular belief, you can. As long as the area treated is not pressed during sleep, there is no spread to paralyze the muscle that lift your lid (Levator Palpebrae Superioris). If the lid did drop, Apraclonidine eye drop is prescribed. At this center, all injectors are trained to avoid this area to deliver safe and effective result.
(In the hands of best surgeon, across the country there is 3% droopy eyelids occurrence according to Carruthers, in Cosmetic Dermatology: Botulinum Toxin A).
This can be due to technique, migration of Botox to affect lid elevators located right above the mid pupil line (Levator Palpebrae Superioris) muscle. Avoid treating right above mid brow, or prevent icing which presses down and causes spread, this problem can be avoided. Another contributor to heavy eye lids (but not true droopy eye lid) is over treatment of forehead muscles (elevators) in older patients who already have inherent mild droopy eyelids. This can be avoided by using less Botox on forehead and more on furrow or crows (treating furrows and crows will open eye. Treating sides of forehead tends to make eyes a bit smaller. It is strongly suggested to avoid treating forehead alone in older patient with inherent heavy lids and always add furrows treatment (open eyes) at the same time.
Yes, in the hands of experienced injector.
Furrow, crows and forehead are most commonly treated areas with botox. We also treat all other areas.
Yes. Most times you can get up to 80-99% wrinkles reduction.
While BELOTERO BALANCE® Dermal Filler is made of the same material (hyaluronic acid) as some other dermal fillers, BELOTERO BALANCE® Dermal Filler has unique properties that allow it to adapt within the skin for soft and even correction.1 The versatility of the product makes it strong enough to handle deep treatment areas such as nasolabial folds (smile lines around the mouth), yet soft enough to treat more delicate areas such as vertical lip lines (thin lines that appear above the lip line).
Immediately. You may also see some additional swelling due to the injections for the first 2-3 days.
Discomfort is minimal to moderate. May use numbing cream, local anesthetic injections, or ice packs to aid with treatment. Many of the fillers also come mixed with numbing medication (lidocaine) for enhanced patient comfort.
Every 6-12 months.
Discomfort is minimal to moderate. May use numbing cream, local anesthetic injections, or ice packs to aid with treatment. Many of the fillers also come mixed with numbing medication (lidocaine) for enhanced patient comfort.
Restylane can instantly soften your aging lines or improve your looks by enhancing your natural features, such as your cheeks or lips. Restylane restores volume, improves skin elasticity, and smooths niggling lines and imperfections. Long lasting but not permanent, Restylane allows you to stay in control of your looks. You can enhance your natural features such as your cheeks or lips with Restylane. It will restore volume, improve elasticity, and smooth out lines/imperfections. It lasts a long time, but it’s not permanent, and will let you take control of your looks.
Discomfort is minimal to moderate. May use numbing cream, local anesthetic injections, or ice packs to aid with treatment. Many of the fillers also come mixed with numbing medication (lidocaine) for enhanced patient comfort.
Every 6-12 months.
Restylane is a clear gel produced with biotechnology using hyaluronic acid and water. It’s not made from animals, but it still closely resembles the hyaluronic acid that occurs naturally in your body. Restoring this supply of hyaluronic acid revitalizes and plumps up your skin which instantly diminishes the appearance of lines and gives you softer, smoother look.
Discomfort is minimal to moderate. May use numbing cream, local anesthetic injections, or ice packs to aid with treatment. Many of the fillers also come mixed with numbing medication (lidocaine) for enhanced patient comfort.
Juvederm XC is administered by the physicians at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the face. It helps smooth out moderate to severe wrinkles that form around the nose and mouth from aging. Juvederm Voluma XC specifically targets loss of volume in the cheeks to provide a subtle lift and reduce the signs of aging.
Juvéderm Voluma XC results are immediate and very natural looking, so typically you may return to work or social activities immediately. However, sometimes transient side effects occur – in particular bruising – and mild swelling may develop by the next day, so you do need to consider this in your planning. This is especially true if you have never been treated before or if you are taking things which might increase your risk or the severity of bruising like baby aspirin, blood thinners, fish oil, etc. So discuss this with your physician.
It is unknown so far, but research has point to hormonal imbalance, stress, excessive heat, pregnancy, genetics, certain medications (such as antidepressants and blood pressure medications), inappropriate and unsupervised use of bleaching creams, and ultimately the damaging effects of sun exposure, which can dramatically increase Melasma.
Two factors to watch for when receiving treatments for Melasma:
1. Heat
2. Peeling
Chemical Peels and lasers (Cosmelon, VI Peels, and Obagi fraxel lasers, CO 2 lasers, and other fractionated lasers) are all possible treatments. However, the melanocyte which is the cell that produce Melasma gets irritated by:
1. Heat
2. Peeling
You can complete a session during lunch time and return back to work in 15 minutes!
We use Short pulse width which becomes shockwave energy so there is no burning and no heat.
On average, patients require 3-5 sessions to achieve desired results. Treatment sessions are typically spaced 2-4 weeks apart.
There are many imitation fractionated lasers out there. Make sure you are getting the real Fraxel which is safe and effective and minimize severe side effects.
There is the refine which is for superficial peel, then the restored, which is for deeper peel, then the newest one is the Dual which combines both 1550nm for pigmented scars and pitting scars plus a specialized laser energy to vaporize hard to treat pigmentation in just one treatment! At Skin Perfect we use the Dual Fraxel, the newest most effective of all the models.
You’ll probably feel a bit of heat from the laser while undergoing Fraxel treatments, and local anesthesia will likely be used to prevent most of the discomfort.
For a few days after treatment, the treated area may have minor redness and swelling, similar to sunburn. It’s recommended to avoid exposure to direct sunlight, or to use sunscreen (SPF 30 or above) for 3 months following treatment.
• Less discomfort
• Less downtime
• Better results
12 treatment on average but some may need up to 18 treatments.
Our venotherapy procedures at SkinPerfect Medical are generally used to treat spider facial and leg veins. Unfortunately, we cannot treat varicose veins at this time with our current procedures.
There is no downtime associated with our treatment, but it’s recommended that you avoid excessive sun exposure to minimize complication risks.
Because spider veins are often quite varied, we recommend that you come in for consultation to help determine the number of treatments that you will require.
Both light and dark-skinned patients can benefit from laser vein therapy. Patients with heavy suntans and preexisting conditions such as diabetes may not be able to be treated.
It is unknown so far, but research has point to hormonal imbalance, stress, excessive heat, pregnancy, genetics, certain medications ( antidepressants, and Blood pressure medications), inappropriate and unsupervised use of bleaching creams, but nothing compares to the effects of Sun exposure, which can dramatically increase Melasma. Two factors to watch for when receiving treatments for Melasma:
1. Heat
2. Peeling.
Description RN Register Nurse
Skin Perfect Brothers is looking for friendly, energetic, self-motivated, , manage person who is interested in working in the medical spa field.
*This position requires at least 2-3 days per week commitment. Saturdays Preferred.
Skills Required :
No aesthetic skills required, we will train all kinds of laser and all kinds of injection
– Communication skills
– Bilingual (mandarin preferred)
– Computer skills, ability to work autonomously
RN is as follows, but not limited to:
– Recommending specific skin care regiments based upon patients unique skin types/conditions
– Perform laser treatments
– Perform other duties as assigned
– Perform patients consults and follow ups
– Educate patients on various skincare products and services
– Provide quality service and follow outlined standardized procedures while ensuring safety at all times
– Polished and Professional appearance
– Charting all treatments and additional notes as necessary
Qualifications
– RN in the state of California
-Time management, Organizational and follow up skills
Please email your resume to SkinPerfectBrothers@gmail.com (PLEASE REFERENCE Register Nurse in the subject line of your email.)
Description: receptionist/ Administrative Assistant
Skin Perfect Brother is looking or a person to oversea the daily maintenance of the front office operations and phone systems and person general administrative duties
Skin Required
– Communication, customer service skills
– Friendly, Energetic, Active
– computer skills
– Bilingual ( Prefer mandarin )
– Multi-tasking skills
– Team work
Essentials Duties but not limited to:
– Answer multiple phone lines, check voice mall and call back missed calls
– Facilitate the clients check in/ follow up/ schedule appointment / payments
-Maintain front office waiting area/ clean and neat
– Communicate with the RNs and PAs
-Notify client’s arrival to the appropriate PAs
– Arrange shipments if necessary
– Resolve front office issues and complaints
– Coordinate equipment maintained if necessary
-Perform follow up/ reminder appointments for clients
-Educate clients with various skincare products/ services
– Provide support to multiple PAs to assist with service
– Coordinate waiting clients in case of overlap
– Perform opening/ closing statements of payments
– Provide answers to pretreatment and post treatment
– Select appropriate forms based on patient’s treatment
– Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
To qualify an individual must be able to perform each essential duties satisfaction
– High school diploma, some college
– Minimum of 2 years of receptionist / Administrative
– Polished and Professional appearance
– Friendly/ Outgoing Personality
– Organized, able to respond effectively and efficiently
– Highly professional well spoken communicating skills
– Ability to speak other language is consider a plus
– Reasoning ability, ability to apply common sense into the task
Please email your resume to SkinPerfectBrothers@gmail.com
(PLEASE REFERENCE Receptionist/ Administrative Assistant in the subject line of your email.)
Project Manager (Starts with part time 18 -24 hours per week)
Location: Walnut, CA with the flexibility of working from home 50% of the time
Requirements:
-Passion for cosmetic industry
-Computer skills and photoshop
-Expeirneces in cosmetic industry and knowledge of basic ingredients in cosmetic is a plus
Job duties:
–Working closely with CEO of a thriving medical cosmetic clinic to develop private label cosmetic products.
-Researching and identifying with guidance best cosmetic manufacture
-Improving current cosmetic product, from packaging to design
-Developing and designing bottles and packaging. (Desired ingredients will be provided.)
-Working closely with clinic staff through education
-Demonstrating and recommending products to patients.
Please email your resume to peiwen.liu@gmail.com
(PLEASE REFERENCE PROJECT MANAGER in the subject line of your email.)
Usually we use 15 to 25 units ( less in forehead) per area. These three areas are 1. Forehead 2. Furrow lines 3. Crows eye wrinkles. We price by area regardless of units ( due to over possible dilutions of units and older botox which does not work). We make sure all botox or ( Xeomin ) clients are happy.
You will get few small mosquito bite bumps that last few hours. Three cases of small bumps on furrow lasted up to 2 weeks is observed in the last 12 years at this center. Use ice. This may due to delay healing of tissue due to age, or repeated treatment in the same areas. Moltrin may help. Also, possible blurry vision, shortness of breath, difficulty swallowing, dizziness, fainting spells, headache may occur according to the insert provided by the manufactures. Keep in mind these are extremely rare occurrences and most are temporary.
Dr. Fitzgerald in LA, California:
No difference in duration and effectiveness according to textbook mentioned above and conference speakers.
It is a 70-90% decrease in sweating
It feels like small pin prick sensations
People report it works in 1-7 days and notice the difference
Takes lass than 10 mins
There is no downtown! You will have a small chance of bruising. You will be able to go back to your normal activities after an hour. Deodorant and shaving ok after 12 hours.
It is calcium based gel developed to fill in loss volume for cosmetic use.
If you see prominent veins and tendons on back of hand you are a good candidate.
Calcium based gel is injected slowly into back of hand slowly over 5 minutes on each hand. Then, both hands are messaged for 5 minutes. The result is instant follow by collagen growth over few month.
Generally it is one syringe per hand. Another half may be needed for each hand after 4 weeks.
There will be less than two pricks on each hand.
6 months to 1 year. Repeating will allow it to last longer.
It is easier and safer than Radiesse treatment on face. There may be small bruising. Swelling subsides in a day.
Diet:
- What to avoid? Specific foods which can promote the fragility of blood vessels and bruising such as green tea and red wine. Any blood thinner (see list) can cause bruising as well.
- What to add in your diet? Certain foods can promote blood to become more viscous and less likely to leak from blood vessels such as cabbage, spinach, kale.
Topicals- 3 days before and after
- Auriderm cream
- Prevdem L-arginine
- Arnica topically and ( by mouth. )
Supplements:
- Arnica Montana
- Bromelein
- Cyruta Plus
- Cataplex ACP
- Vitamin C
- Pycnogenol
Immediately:
- Apply pressure
- Ice periodically for first 2 days. After that can you warm packs to promote circulation.
- Utilize diet tips, supplements, and topical recommended for bruising
4. Until a bruise has faded, it is OK to apply make up to appearance.
» CoolSculpting is a non-surgical procedure that may take from one to several hours, depending on your customized treatment plan.
» No general/topical anesthesia or pain medication is required.
» As the procedure using a vacuum applicator is initiated, vacuum pressure draws tissue into an applicator cupbetween cooling panels. The vacuum pressure may cause sensations of deep pulling, tugging and pinching in the area being treated. A surface applicator may cause sensations of pressure.
» You also may experience intense stinging, tingling, aching or cramping. These sensations generally subside as the area becomes numb.
» Immediately after the procedure, your treated area may look or feel stiff and transient blanching (temporary whitening of the skin) may occur.
» You may feel a sense of nausea or dizziness as your body naturally warms and sensation returns to your treatment area. These are normal reactions that typically resolve within minutes.
» The treated area may be red for up to a few hours after the applicator is removed. This is an expected but temporary effect after the CoolSculpting procedure.
» Bruising, swelling and tenderness can occur in the treated area. This typically resolves within a week or two.
» Nausea and tingling, stinging and cramping in the treatment area are often reported on treatment day.
» You may feel a temporary dulling of sensation in the treated area. This is normal and typically resolves within a few hours but may last for several weeks after your procedure.
» There typically is minimal recovery time after the CoolSculpting procedure. Most patients are able to return to their daily routine immediately after the procedure.
» It is common for the treated area to feel bloated and look swollen in the first few days and weeks after the CoolSculpting procedure.
» You may experience a temporary dulling of sensation that can last for several weeks.
» At some point within the first two weeks following the procedure, you may experience one or more of the following sensations: deep itching, tingling, numbness, tenderness to the touch, pain in the treated area, strong
cramping, diarrhea, muscle spasms, aching and/or soreness. Consult your doctor if these conditions persist beyond two weeks or worsen over time.
» If in pain, take Tylenol. If unable to sleep, take Tylenol PM or Benadryl for itching. Use as directed.
» Following the procedure, a gradual reduction in the thickness of the fat layer will take place. You may start to see changes as early as three weeks after the CoolSculpting procedure and you will experience the most dramatic results after one to three months. Your body will continue naturally to process the injured fat cells from your body for approximately four months after your procedure.
» In rare cases, patients have experienced vasovagal symptoms during the treatment, and reported freeze burn, darker skin color, hardness, discrete nodules or enlargement of the treated area. Surgical intervention may be required to correct the enlargement.
The Fraxel DUAL 1550/1927 system provides a non-invasive treatment that leads up to higher level benefits delivered in a doctor’s office allowing patients to regain a more youthful look to the skin. The Fraxel DUAL treatment resurfaces your skin by stimulating the growth of new, healthy skin cells from the inside out. The Fraxel DUAL system allows for deep and superficial resurfacing of larger and multiple body areas in a single session.
The magnitude of visible improvement varies from subtle to dramatic. Patients experience:
• Smoother, fresher, younger looking skin
• Improved tone and texture
• Erasing of unwanted brown spots
• Reduced fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes
• Improved appearance of acne scars and surgical scars
After the procedure, you will have some degree of redness, swelling or a sunburn sensation, which are signs that your body’s natural healing process is building new skin from the inside out.
It depends on your particular condition and how you care for your skin. Once your skin is treated, continue to protect the surface as directed. For conditions such as melasma, it is very important to avoid direct sun exposure. Your physician will give you specific advice based on your individual needs.
The Fraxel 1927 nm wavelength is cleared by the FDA 510(k) to treat actinic keratosis. The Fraxel DUAL1550/1927 is FDA cleared to treat pigmented lesions, acne scars, melasma, mild-to-moderate periorbital rhytids and surgical scars.
• Avoid sun exposure and tanning beds for at least 4 weeks prior to your treatment.
• Avoid alcohol, aspirin, vitamin E products, and retinol and glycolic acid products for one week prior to your treatment.
• Inform the doctor if you are taking blood thinners or regularly take aspirin or ibuprofen.
• Inform the doctor if have taken Accutane (oral acne medication) in the past year. Fraxel can cause you to breakout, please advise us if you are prone to acne.
• Store ice packs in your freezer for use after your procedure.
• Take Benedryl ®50mg at bedtime the night prior to your appointment to reduce swelling. This is optional.
• Clean your bathroom and put clean linens on your bed before your appointment to reduce the risk of infection.
• Eat a meal at least 2 hours prior to your appointment.
• Wear comfortable clothing as you will be in the office for approximately 2 hours.
• Avoid wearing contact lenses to your appointment.
• We will put numbing cream on the treated area, We will ask you to come in a hour and half before your treatment appointment.
• If possible, arrive without creams or make-up on the treatment area. Otherwise please arrive 10 minutes prior to your appointment in order to clean the skin. Cleansing products are available for your convenience.
• Payment will be collected prior to your treatment.
• Allow 2 hours for your appointment.
• Expect your skin to be bleeding, oozing, red and swollen immediately after treatment.
• The redness (resembling sunburn) will last for 10-14 days after treatment.
• Your face will be quite swollen, particularly around the eyes. This will last 5-7 days. You may take Benadryl 25mg at bedtime for the first 2 – 3 nights to help reduce swelling.
• Hand-washing is the most important thing you can do to prevent infection. Always wash your hands before you touch the treated area.
• Itchiness can occur and an over-the-counter antihistamine can be taken to avoid scratching the delicate skin.
• Fragility – Due to the delicacy of your healing skin, please be very gentle with it. Do not shower the treated area for 48 hours. Do not allow the spray from your shower to strike the skin directly for one week.
• Hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin colour) – Some bronzing of the treated skin is expected after treatment as this is the skin’s natural process of exfoliating the old treated tissue in order to reveal the new rejuvenated skin beneath. If you experience a darkening of the skin colour after your skin is healed, please contact us immediately for additional post care instructions.
• Avoid direct sunlight on the treated area for 4-6 weeks after your treatments.
• A broad spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen (SPF 30 or greater) must be worn daily once the skin is healed for at least 3 months after your treatments, regardless of season or weather conditions.
• Avoid harsh topical products such as retinols and glycolic acid products for one month after treatment.
• Take 1000mg of Vitamin C daily for at least 3 months after. Studies have shown that new collagen is produced by the body in the presence of Vitamin C.
• Anticipate 10 days of social down-time following your treatment.
• New collagen takes approximately three to six months to form therefore results may be seen within the first few weeks and yet the skin’s texture, clarity and tone will continue to improve for up to one year.
• For cleansing the treatment area, mix 1 tablespoon of white vinegar into a cup of cool water. Soak a clean wash cloth or gauze in the vinegar water and drape the cloth over the treated skin for 4-5 minutes. The vinegar soaks will decrease the bacteria count on your skin and soften any crusting which will speed healing time.
• After cleansing, apply a liberal layer of Aquaphor® moisturizer to the treated area.
• For the first 3 days, perform vinegar water soaks every 3 hours while awake and once during the night.
• Use cold compresses (5 minutes on and 10 minutes off) several times an hour to help ease both redness and swelling.
• To reduce pain, you may take Tylenol® 500mg, one or two tablets, every 6 hours.
• After 3 days, you may begin gently cleansing the treated area with Riversol® gel cleanser twice a day. Continue to apply Aquaphor® moisturizer to the treated area after cleansing.
• After 3 days, you may apply mineral powder or makeup if desired.
• If prescribed, continue taking Valtrex; one pill twice a day for 7 days.
Call us if you experience any of the following:
• Pain that is not relieved by Tylenol.
• Excessive itching, especially when accompanied by signs of infection.
• Signs of infection – whitish to yellowish film on treated area, fever, swelling and/or tenderness that last longer than three days.
Yes, you can. The CoolSculpting procedure is completely non-surgical, so typically you can return to normal activities immediately. Some patients experience redness, minor bruising, tingling, numbness or discomfort in the treated area, but this is temporary and will resolve completely. Often times, patients return to work after their CoolSculpting session is over.
We will assess by pinching area of treatment.
- The fat must be soft. If it is hard, the suctioning cup will not be able to pull tissue up to middle bar ( inside the suctioning cup).
You may start to see changes as quickly as three weeks after your treatment, and will experience the most dramatic results after two months. But your body will still flush out fat cells and continues doing so for up to four to six months after treatment.
As the cooling begins during the first few minutes, you will feel pressure and intense cold. This soon dissipates. Many people read, watch videos, work on their laptop, or even take a nap during their treatment.
Once the treated fat cells are crystallized (frozen), they die and are naturally processed and eliminated from the body. Once the treated fat cells are gone, they’re gone for good.
Give us a call at 909-839-0714 to schedule your FREE CONSULTATION today!
We are located at 1569 S. Fairway Dr. #226, Walnut, CA 91789 (between Colima Road and Fairway Drive).
