The devices, procedures, and techniques available today make it possible to maintain and enhance your appearance by making subtle changes over time. Minimal risk and very little or no down time make these procedures popular. These procedures are also well suited to people who are not good candidates for surgery. Patients may, in consultation with the doctor, opt to undergo a combination of procedures in order to achieve their desired results.
NON-SURGICAL PROCEDURES INCLUDE:
Injectable and implantable fillers:
• Collagen
• Radiesse®
• Restylane®
• Botox® Cosmetic
Non-surgical facelift:
• Thermage®
Non-surgical body contouring:
• Dermasonic®
• LipoShaper
Collagen injections are a safe, effective, time-tested, non-surgical wrinkle treatment that provides immediate results. The ten areas most frequently treated with collagen are: frown lines between the eyes, acne scars, cheek depressions, smoker's lines around the mouth, marionette lines at the ends of the mouth worry lines in the forehead, crow's feet at the eyes, deep smile lines, dimples, and facial scars.
Radiesse® skin correction and enhancement is a fast and effective procedure. Depending on how many areas are being treated, the procedure could take just 15 minutes. Other filler materials are absorbed by the body, so the treated area has to be slightly overfilled. There is less absorbtion with Radiesse® so the results are immediate, and long-lasting. You may choose to have a touch-up - but you wont be back every 3 to 6 months.
Radiesse® can last as long as 2 years. Two injections (treatments) are recommended. The 1st treatment lays the foundation for your body to start building collagen upon. The 2nd treatment (approximately 6 weeks later) replaces the gel carrier that is absorbed, this gives the product its longevity.
Short-term treatment is pain-free. Local numbing is used for patient comfort. Usually little to no bruising or swelling occurs.
Restylane®
is a cosmetic dermal filler made of hyaluronic acid, a natural substance that already exists in the human body. The hyaluronic acid in Restylane® is a crystal-clear gel called NASHA™ or Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid. It is a safe and natural cosmetic dermal filler that restores volume and fullness to the skin to correct facial wrinkles.
Botox® Cosmetic is a very mild version of the Botox® that has been used for many years. It is frequently used to decrease the appearance of frown lines and crows. The procedure is very short and
no anesthetic is needed. Botox® Cosmetic is administered using an ultra-fine needle, minimizing discomfort. Many people have reported that it feels like an insect sting. The procedure takes about 10 minutes. Visible results take 2 to 7 days. Occasionally, there may be slight bruising at the injection site. Botox® Cosmetic is not permanent, in 4 to 6 months you will see the wrinkles returning and may choose to repeat the procedure.
No downtime, scarring, or bruising.
Thermage® treatment is a non-invasive procedure that usually takes less than an hour. The area to be treated is covered with a conductive fluid to maximize the effects of the radio frequency energy. The handheld device is passed over the area systematically assuring coverage. As the energy penetrates the skin, the collagen contracts immediately. You will see improvements for up to 6 months as the collagen growth process continues.
After the treatment there may be some redness that will disappear within a few days. You can resume your normal activities immediately if you like. The results last up to 2 years.
Warmed, soothed, massaged, and improved.
Dermasonic® combines ultrasound and non-invasive subdermal therapy for localized fat reduction, cellulite reduction, body contouring and skin smoothing.
Step 1. Ultrasound application preares tissues to achieve maximum results from N.I.S.T.™ (Non-Invasive Subdermal Therapy). N.I.S.T.™ starts with the application of the anti-cellulite ultrasound gel. Ultrasound breaks up fat deposits and stimulates blood circluation, producing analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects.
Step 2. N.I.S.T.™
treatment starts with an evaluation of the vascular response and sensitivity of the area to be treated.
Dermosonic will adjust the pressure of the massage applicators to maximize your personal results.
Each session takes about one hour. Number of treatments recommended for maximum benefits will vary.
LipoShaper
The non-surgical alternative to liposuction. Without pain and downtime - removes excess fat, tightens skin, and reduces cellulite. Relax and get rid of those stubborn areas. New RF Technology. See results from your very first treatment and know that each treatment brings better results. Most conditions for the body require ten sessions and six sessions for the face and neck. Tighten the jaw line, reduce jowls, recontour the chin line and reduce excess tissue under the eyes. Effective on subcutaneous fat, a noticeable layer of fat that lies just below the skin. It sends radio frequency (RF) deep into tissue to create volumetric tissue heating at a controlled temperature. The RF targets tissue such as cellulite that is full of fluids, and melted fats are released.
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