One of my doc friends was told by a total (crusty old male) stranger that she looked “haggard”…so, naturally, she came in to see me. While such brutal honesty can be refreshing, it reminds us that people make snap judgments…and your skin is truly a reflection of your inner health. So, how do we reduce […]
With the advent of social media, the pressure to look younger is ever-increasing. Men today are feeling the pressures that many women are already used to. Working later in life means competing with younger men in the workforce and the playing field. Trends in cosmetic procedures also reflect these changes. Men are heading to their […]
1. Why we chose truSculpt iD Body contouring is the hottest aesthetic treatment right now, with individuals looking to reduce stubborn fat and sculpt their bodies. Patients are faced with many options, but two of the most in-demand procedures are truSculpt iD and CoolSculpting. truSculpt iD uses radiofrequency (RF) to heat and destroy fat cells. […]
WHAT IS PICO GENESIS? PICO Genesis is the latest aesthetic treatment to improve the appearance of unwanted freckles, sun spots and age spots – gently, predictably and quickly. PICO Genesis treatments will make your skin appear lighter, brighter, and more even in a series of two to three treatments. HOW DOES THE PICO GENESIS TREATMENT […]
IPL Pre-treatment Instructions Following these Pre-treatment instructions closely will optimize your treatment results with the IPL (Intense Pulsed Light): Use sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 daily. Sunburned skin cannot be treated. Avoid any irritants to your face, such as any products containing hydroquinone, bleaching creams, Retin-A, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents or […]
Pre-Treatment Instructions for CO2 Fractional Laser Resurfacing Avoid sun exposure for approximately one week prior to your treatment. Wear a broad spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30 to protect your skin. If you are spray-tanned, plase exfoliate to help remove the tanning product in the treatment area. If you have a history of cold […]
Precautions: As with most injections, patients should avoid aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, e.g. Advil, Vitamin E, ginseng, garlic, and alcoholic beverages 48 hours prior to treatment as they will increase the risk of bruising at the injection site. Results and longevity of the product are highly dependent on the above pre-treatment precautions and proper […]
Radiesse Aftercare Instructions: Application of an ice pack or cold compress to the injection area after Radiesse treatment may help reduce swelling. If swelling or redness persists after 48 hours, please contact your physician. It is normal to feel a “firmness” in your injection area for the first few days after treatment. Over time, the […]
Special Instructions for clients receiving injectable (Botox, Juvederm, Radiesse, mesotherapy) procedures: please do not drink any alcoholic beverages or take Advil, aspirin, Aleve, excedrin, Ibuprofen, or Motrin, or fish oil for at least two days prior to your procedure. If you are prone to bruising, or if you drink regularly (1-2 drinks per week), please […]
Mesotherapy Aftercare: Do not wash or take a shower for at least 8 hours after Mesotherapy treatment. Do not take hot baths for 48 hours after treatment. After the 48 hour period, for the first week baths are allowed but are limited to 15 minutes (which will assist with any bruising that may have occurred). […]
