Wrinkles
What is a wrinkle?
With time, exposure to the sun and other elements, skin components break down. The skin loses structure and volume. Unwelcome lines and wrinkles appear. Healthcare professionals now can correct wrinkles and facial folds, reversing the signs of aging.
How wrinkles are corrected?
The appearance of wrinkles and facial folds can be smoothed by adding structure and volume underneath and bringing sunken skin back up to the surface. Generally, this is done by injecting materials into the skin, to achieve a temporary effect. When administered by a trained healthcare professional, you can be sure that the materials have been proven safe to use. One example is hyaluronic acid.
What is hyaluronic acid?
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a natural complex sugar found in living cells, and one of the major components of the dermis connective tissue matrix, along with collagen and elastin. HA retains water like a sponge, absorbing more than 1000 times its weight. This helps to attract and maintain water, hydrating your skin and increasing its volume and density. Allergan, Inc., has found ways to produce, purify, and package HA to make it available for wrinkle correction.
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Botox® is an FDA-approved treatment for the temporary reduction of moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in patients 18-65 years of age. Botox® cosmetic is a purified protein. It is a non-surgical treatment that works by reducing the muscle contractions that cause the lines to form over time.
In about ten minutes, with a few tiny injections, you will see a noticeable improvement within two to fourteen days. There is no recovery or down time. Results last three to six months. After that, you are ready for a follow-up treatment.
Botox® cosmetic is the only treatment of its type approved by the FDA for the temporary improvement of moderate to severe frown lines. At Medical Laser Solutions, our healthcare professionals can administer Botox® treatment. For more information, visit www.botoxcosmetic.com.
JUVEDERM™
What is JUVEDERM™?
JUVEDERM™ injectable gel is a smooth gel filler your doctor eases under your skin to instantly smooth out those wrinkles or folds that look like parentheses along the side of your nose and mouth. Results aren't just instant, they're so smooth and natural, everyone will notice but no one will know. Your doctor or healthcare professional can tell you which JUVEDERM™ formulation is right for you: JUVEDERM™ Ultra injectable gel, optimally formulated for versatility in contouring and volumizing wrinkles and folds, or JUVEDERM™ Ultra Plus, a robust formulation for volumizing and correcting deeper wrinkles and folds. Look smooth and natural with JUVEDERM™ injectable gel.
What makes JUVEDERM different from other dermal fillers?
JUVEDERM™ injectable gel is produced through HYLACROSS™ technology creating a high degree of cross-linking and promoting duration for up to 6 months or longer.
HYLACROSS™ technology results in a smooth consistency gel, which is a primary factor in the long lasting, smooth, natural look and feel that is a hallmark of JUVEDERM™ wrinkle correction.
In the U.S., JUVEDERM™ injectable gel is indicated for injection into the medium to deep dermis for correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkle and folds (such as nasolabial folds) and is generally well tolerated. The most commonly reported side effects are temporary injection site redness, swelling, pain/tenderness, firmness, lumps/bumps, and bruising. Exposure of the treated area to excessive and sun and extreme cold weather should be minimized until any initial swelling and redness has resolved. If laser treatment, chemical peel, or any other procedure based on active dermal response is considered after treatment with JUVEDERM™ injectable gel, there is a possible risk of an inflammatory reaction at the treatment site. Everyone will notice, but no one will know. Visit Juvederm™ for more information.
The Vitalize Chemical Peel
Our Vitalize Peel is a unique break-through formulation of mild acids that provide a complete, consistent and safe peel with no “downtime” and predictable results for all skin types. This non-invasive peel creates a softer, smoother younger looking complexion. It has been called a quick “lunch time” peel with safe, effective results, and can be repeated at three week intervals for maximum benefits.
For more information visit skinmedica.com.
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Model and fitness competitor, Toneka Pires, is now as beautiful outside as she is inside. Already a winner in the fitness world, she is dedicated in her pursuit of excellence. She came to us for help in enhancing her natural beauty. After a free consultation, we advised a series of mild chemical peels, laser hair removal and a skin care regime with our professional skin care products. Today, Toneka is even more primed to make her mark in the competitive world of modeling and fitness.
Latisse
What is LATISSE?
LATISSE solution is a prescription treatment for hypotrichosis used to grow eyelashes, making them longer, thicker and darker.
Eyelash hypotrichosis is another name for having inadequate or not enough eyelashes.
How does it work?
LATISSE is believed to prolong the anagen phase (active growth phase). The exact way it works is unknown.
How soon will I see results?
The onset of effect with LATISSE solution is gradual. In the clinical trial, the majority of LATISSE users saw significant improvement by 2 months.
How is LATISSE different from other products?
Only LATISSE has been approved by the FDA as a prescription treatment for hypotrichosis used to grow eyelashes.
Radiesse
RADIESSE wrinkle filler instantly corrects facial wrinkles to give you a natural, younger look that lasts. If it sounds like magic, that’s because it is. Actually, the magic ingredient is you. RADIESSE wrinkle filler stimulates your body to produce your own natural collagen to restore fullness and smooth out the signs of aging. And in many patients, the results may last a year or more.
- Clinical studies show that RADIESSE patients are significantly more satisfied than patients treated with other leading wrinkle fillers.
- RADIESSE wrinkle filler is more effective at correcting wrinkles than other leading wrinkle fillers.
- Twice as many patients preferred RADIESSE treatments to Restylane treatments.
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Rosacea
What is rosacea?
Rosacea is a common facial skin disorder that affects an estimated 14 million
Americans. It is a chronic but treatable condition that typically begins after the age of 30
as flushing or redness on the cheeks, nose,chin or forehead that may come and go. Over
time, the redness tends to become more persistent and visible blood vessels tend to
appear. Progression can lead to bumps and pimples, and, in more severe cases, the nose
may grow swollen and bumpy from excess tissue.
How can we help your rosacea symptoms?
- IPL Skin Rejuvenation-treatments control flushing and, in may cases, reduces the need for topical cortisone creams and antibiotics.
- Laser – Laser therapy currently plays a vital role in the treatment of rosacea by
diminishing redness more effectively than medications, eliminating the visible blood
vessels as well as improving the texture of the skin
- Facial treatments – The redness, inflammation, and itchiness from rosacea can be
calmed by specific facial treatments such as the Environmental Control Treatment by
Dermalogica.
- Skin care products - Dermalogica has a line of home skin care products to use as part
of a daily routine to minimize the effects of rosacea.
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