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What
are Restylane and Juvederm?
Restylane and Juvederm are a natural substance that already
exists in the human body called Hyaluronic Acid
that restores fullness and smoother contours to
your face.
Does
it correct all of my wrinkles?
You will have an 80 to 100% improvement in the
appearance of the injected lines and wrinkles
temporarily.
How
long does it last?
Since everyone's body metabolizes differently
it can last from 4 to 9 months or more with Juvederm being the longer lasting agent.
Does
it go away completely?
Yes, if you stop getting the injections the material
is degraded by the body, leaving no traces of
the dermal filler in the body.
Is
there any pre-treatment required?
Avoid any products containing aspirin, Ibuprofen,
St. John's Wort or high doses of Vitamin E for
1 week prior to treatment to help decrease bruising
and bleeding at the injection site.
Is
there any post treatment required?
You will need to leave the area alone for 6 hours
after treatment and refrain from aerobic exercise
for 24 hours. There might be redness, swelling
and minor bruising at the injection sites.
Does
it hurt?
There is minimal discomfort, but a topical or
local anesthetic is available if needed.
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BOTOX:
What
is Botox?
A natural purified protein produced by Clostridium
botulinum bacterium.
Is
it dangerous?
No. It is a purified form of the protein and is
injected in very small amounts so there is virtually
no risk.
How
does it work?
It is injected into a muscle to temporarily paralyze
the muscle to prevent movement and assist wrinkle
reduction. It is the repeated movement of muscles
that causes wrinkles so by preventing movement
it helps reduce or soften wrinkles.
Is
there any pre-treatment?
You should not take any medications with aspirin,
ibuprofen and/or Vitamin E in them for 1 week
prior to treatment. This will decrease the bruising
at the injection site.
Is
there any post treatment?
You will need to keep your head up for 4 hours
after treatment, but that is it.
Does
it hurt?
There is very minimal discomfort, no local or
topical anesthesia is necessary.
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LASER
HAIR REMOVAL:
Is
it permanent?
It is permanent hair reduction. Every person is
different, therefore we can’t promise complete
hair removal but most experience 50-90% permanent
hair reduction. Maintenance sessions may be necessary
in some cases.
Is
there any pretreatment?
You should not pluck, wax, use a depilatory or
have electrolysis in the areas you want to treat
for 6 weeks prior to laser hair removal. Do not
tan the areas for 4 weeks prior to treatment.
Avoid using self-tanning products for 2 weeks
prior to treatment.
What
post treatment is necessary?
You will need to wear sunscreen regularly during
your laser treatment package and for 6 weeks after
completing your packages. Avoid irritants for
seven days after treatment.
Does
it hurt?
There is minimal discomfort. It feels like a rubber
band snap. Topical anesthesia can be used for
areas that are more sensitive.
How do you remove grey/white hair?
There is now a product, Meladine™, FDA approved,
that must be applied twice a day for 14 to 21
days prior to treatment. The product adds melanin
(color) to the hair follicle, not the hair shaft,
which attracts the laser light. The follicle then
heats up and is damaged by the heat. With proper
use, 90% hair reduction has been reported after
4 treatments. There is an additional charge for
the product.
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IPL
PHOTOREJUVENATION:
What
is IPL?
Intense Pulsed Light; is a broad spectrum light
that evens out the skin color and treats vascular
or pigmented imperfections.
What
types of things can be treated?
Broken capillaries, sun damage, hyper / hypopigmentation
and Rosacea.
Is
there any pre treatment necessary?
For darker skin types, pre treatment with a skin
lightening agent might be necessary for 1-2 weeks
to decrease the melanin production.
Is
there any post treatment necessary?
A good sun block is required daily while in treatment
and for 6 weeks after treatment.
Does
it hurt?
There may be some discomfort. No anesthetic is
necessary. Most patients rate it at a 5 on a scale
of 10. Taking Tylenol or Ibuprofen prior to the
treatment may be helpful.
How
will I look and feel after the treatment?
You won’t look much different immediately
after the procedure, but over the next 24 hours
your skin will probably become somewhat pink and
a bit swollen, similar to sunburn. The skin may
also feel sensitive: these side effects are normal
and expected, and will subside after about 48
hours. Most guests are delighted with the outcome,
even after just one treatment. Typically skin
is younger and healthier looking.
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CORRECTIVE
ACNE FACIALS AND CHEMICAL PEELS:
How
do they work?
Salicylic Acid and/or Glycolic acids are used
to remove the dead skin cells, improve skin texture,
fine lines and overall appearance of the skin.
Are
they painful?
There maybe mild discomfort with some of the stronger
peels. Most guests say there is a stinging or
itching sensation depending on the type of peel
you are having.
Is
there any pretreatment necessary?
No.
Is
there any post treatment necessary?
Use of sun block is recommended. There will be
some mild peeling or redness after the treatment.
A home care regimen will be given to you to follow
to maintain the benefits of the treatments.
What should I do before a Chemical Peel?
One week prior to treatment: - Avoid excess sun exposure and do not apply a self tanning solution to your skin. Do not wax, bleach or pluck. Discontinue topical medications or RetinA, as instructed by your doctor, nurse or aesthetician. You may take an analgesic, such as Tylenol or Advil, 30 minutes prior to the procedure.
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THERMAGE:
When will I notice results?
Some patients notice the results soon after the
treatment, although in some patients they will
appear gradually over 2 to 6 months.
How many treatments will I need?
Most patients only need one treatment to see good
results. A second treatment can be done however
it is best to wait at least six months as most
patients continue to see improvement over this
time. Studies are in process to evaluate whether
repeat treatments provide better, faster, more
consistent results.
How
safe is it?
It is very safe. Although this is a relatively
new treatment and a new technology, the number
of adverse effects has been small.
How
does the Thermage Procedure change your skin?
As skin ages, the collagen density underlying
the skin diminishes and the epidermis (top layer
of skin) thins. Skin biopsies four months after
the Thermage Procedure show there is new and denser
collagen and an appreciable increase in the thickness
of the epidermis.
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PHOTODYNAMIC
THERAPY:
What
is it?
Photo Dynamic Therapy (PDT) utilizes a photosensitizing
medication Levulan (5-aminolevulinic acid, ALS)
which is placed on the skin then activated with
Blue light or Broad Band light (IPL) for the treatment
of acne, actinic keratosis, sun damage, redness,
flushing and skin discolorations.
Who should not have this treatment?
You should not receive this medicine if you have
had an allergic reaction to aminolevulinic acid
or porphyrins, if you have porphyria, lupus or
skin that is unusually sensitive to sun, if you
are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you take deferoxamine
(an iron chelator), hydrochlorothiazide, or sulfa
products.
What
are the side effects?
The
skin will turn red and swollen in the following
3-7 days. Some crusting may be noted. There should
be some discomfort, but no significant pain. After
1 week, there might be some residual redness that
will subside after a few days and can be covered
with make up.
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COSMELAN
How
does the Cosmelan process work?
The process consist of two parts: First stage
is applied in your physician’s office: Basically
the cleansing of the skin and the application
of a yellow mustard color mask (Cosmelan 1). The
physician will evaluate your skin type then cleanse
your face and degrease the area to be treated.
Immediately following the degreasing step, Cosmelan®
1 which is a yellow mustard mask, will be applied
and left on for a total of 4-8 hours depending
on your skin type. You will go home with the mask
on.
After the action time has elapsed, you will remove
the mask with water and a neutral cleanser and
apply the mesoestetic® Hydra-vital factor
K cream.
Second stage is the Home Maintenance: It consists
of the daily application and continual use of
the Cosmelan 2 cream. The cream is applied three
times a day the first week, twice a day the second
week, and once a day the third week and on.
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