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Acne scars are the result of cell destruction and tissue damage when collagen strands contract and pull inward, leaving soft, saucer-like depressions or pits on the skin. As we age, these scars often become even more noticeable. The good news is that no one has to live with these scars. There are many cosmetic skin […]
If you want a younger, tighter and fresher looking face, then chemical peels may be the solution for you. Chemical peels are popular because they produce good results with minimal downtime. What is a skin peel? A skin peel is an effective skin care procedure that removes dead skin cells surface. Skin peels also can be formulated […]
The CO2 Laser system is designed for a layer-by-layer removal of problematic tissue. The procedure itself involves placing carefully guided pulses of light on the skin to vaporize the top layer to a specific depth, revealing clear, healthy skin beneath. CO2 Laser procedures are non-invasive and provide more control over how deep the treatment can penetrate […]
When using a dermal filler such as Sculptra® or ArteFill®, the amount of filler required to completely fill in your wrinkles will vary from patient to patient. The two most significant factors that will determine the amount of dermal filler you need are the degree of correction required (i.e. the deepness of your wrinkles), and the level […]
If you’re tired, it’s a good bet your skin is too. Tired skin looks and behaves subpar when you don’t get enough sleep. Staying up late night after night creates those dreaded dark circles and forces your skin to go without the necessary repair time. Eventually this translates into collagen loss and the decreased ability […]
The summer sun sure feels good, doesn’t it? But at summer’s end, will you be looking in the mirror and chastising yourself? Or later on be on the wrong end of a scalpel or laser to fight off skin cancer? We’re not going to tell you NOT to enjoy your summer, but we are going […]
“Fillers” are not what they used to be. Original fillers made from cow collagen was exclusively used for filling surface wrinkles and minor lip augmentation. Today we have injectable products that last many years and are capable of not only filling wrinkles but practically mimic the results of facial surgery. How to decide if a filler […]
What Exactly Is Rosacea? You may have heard Rosacea called “adult acne,” often because it can manifest in a number of ways, one of these ways being a form of supposed acne (it’s not). This is typically seen in patients who are 30-60 years old. The condition has no known cause but has four common […]
Moles: What Are They? You may notice that you have small, roundish colored markings at various points on your body; these are moles and are typically benign (not dangerous). Moles are skin growths (medically referred to as “lesions”) that can occur anywhere on your body. Their scientific name is “melanocytic nevi,” because they involve the growth of […]
Compared to skin rejuvenation procedures that have been used in the past, laser skin treatments have the overall advantage of quick healing and dramatically reduced patient discomfort. The degree of discomfort you feel will depend upon the type of treatment you choose, and the amount of treatment you undergo. In most cases, the degree of pain felt […]