If your skin gets red, inflamed and is prone to flushing, you may have a condition called Rosacea.  Rosacea is a skin condition characterized by a reddening of the cheeks, nose, chin and/or forehead.  It may also include the appearance of papules and pustules which are acne-like pimples.  While it is very common, affecting more than 14 million Americans*, many of those with rosacea don’t even realize they have it.

Obagi Medical Products, a leading skin care company, now brings you an effective way to manage your rosacea.  The Rosaclear System provides gentle, dermatologist-tested and allergy-tested skincare to calm your inflamed, irritated skin.  It’s a specially formulated, prescription-based regimen that is non-comedogenic, so it won’t clog your pores.

• The Gentle Cleanser calms and smoothes your skin while helping to remove bacteria and other irritating residues.
• The Metronidazole Topical Gel USP, 0.75% (prescription only) is indicated for topical application in the treatment of inflammatory papules and pustules of rosacea.
• The Hydrating Complexion Corrector protects and moisturizes your skin, while helping to reduce the appearance of redness by utilizing multiple calming agents, anti-inflammatory agents and light-reflecting minerals.
• The Skin Balancing Sun Protection SPF 30 is a specially formulated, chemical-free, tinted UVA/UVB sunscreen, which easily blends with your skin to help reduce the appearance of redness and blotchiness.

The Rosaclear System contains calming and anti-inflammatory agents, such as licorice, aloe, lavender and sea whip.  These ingredients soothe your skin and effectively reduce and minimize the visible redness and blotchiness associated with rosacea, while light-reflecting minerals balance your complexion immediately. 

If you are interested in trying the Rosaclear system by Obagi, simply call or stop by the clinic.  Our skin care specialists will be happy to discuss this system to you.

*American Academy of Dermatology and the National Rosacea Society  

Posted: March 1st, 2010 under Uncategorized.
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Now is the time that most of us make our New Year’s Resolutions.  What is yours?  Is it eating right, dieting, getting more exercise or joining a gym?  Why do we think of all the things we can do to make our body better, but we forget to take better care of our skin, especially our face.  During the month of January, we are offering two syringes of Restylane® for the price of one syringe.  Restylane® is one of our leading dermal fillers.  In February, we are offering 50% off our laser procedures, MicroLaser Peels, SkinTyte, PhotoFacial and BBL (BroadBandLight).  This is an excellent opportunity to reduce the signs of aging or eliminate those fine line wrinkles or reduce the redness and even out the pigmentation of your face.

Don’t forget to purchase good skin care products, such as Obagi or the NIA 24 Skin Care Lines.  Both are specifically designed to meet your skin needs.  Ask to speak to our skin care specialists, Ronda to see which Skin Care Line is best for your type of skin.

Ask Brande about our new product, Dysport®, the new alternative to Botox®Cosmetics.  Many of our patients have switched to Dysport® because it costs less, many say they can see the results faster and in some cases, lasts longer.  She will also have the latest news and product information on all dermal fillers, such as Restylane®, Radiesse®, Juvederm®, ArteFill® or Perlane®.

“MAKE YOUR BEST MOVE TO A NEW YEAR IN 2010″ by scheduling your consultation with us!!!

Posted: December 30th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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With Senate leaders pushing for a vote on the Health Reform Bill before Christmas - in just a few days - it is critical that you write your Senators and sign the petition today opposing the tax at www.stopcosmetictax.org

You will find inportant new information on the site regarding the results of a national survey conducted by Opinion Research Corp, that found:

• A majority of Americans - 52% - oppose using the cosmetic medical tax to help finance health care reform.  Only 43% favor the tax.

• When informed that the proposed tax on cosmetic medical procedures imposes a new tax-burden on the American middle class.  40% of respondents are more likely to oppose the cosmetic medical tax.  Only 30% would be more likely to support such a tax.

• Sixty-four (64%) of respondents agree - and 37% strongly agree - that the cosmetic tax has no place in health care reform

This information is critical to convey to your Senators as it demonstrates the widespread disapproval of this tax.  YOUR VOICE IS NEEDED TO REMOVE THE COSMETIC MEDICAL PROCEDURES TAX FROM HEALTH CARE REFORM.  Tell your friends and family to go to www.stopcosmetictax.org and ask your Senators to vote no to health care reform bill. 

**excerpts taken from Botox®Cosmetics email sent 12/16

Posted: December 17th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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The last thing you want to hear is that there are 10 shopping days until Christmas!!!  However, if you are looking for that special gift for someone you love or something unique and special to give to someone who is always there for you, think about creating a great gift certificate!!

We have several options for you to choose.  Give a gift certificate for Latisse, the new eyelash serum to grow lashes thicker and longer, just like Brooke Shields in the Latisse commericals.   Give the gift of great skin care and skin rejuvenation, our Obagi or NIA24 system and include a microdermabrasion or a VISIA Skin Analysis. 

If your husband or significant other stresses each year with what to give you, ask for our Holiday Beautification Package, includes:

 2 Syringes of  Radiesse 0.8cc or Restylane 1ml

 1 MicroLaser Peel

 1 PhotoFacial

 1 MicroDermabrasion

 1 VISIA Skin Analysis       

A total value of $1785, for only $900.  Radiesse lasts for a year or more and Restylane lasts for up to six months or more. 

Give the clinic a call at 623-2500 and they will be happy to help you create your Special Gift Certificate!!!

Posted: December 14th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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At the end of the day, after wearing those ”to die for” designer heels you had to have, you are ready to throw them in the nearest dumpster because your feet hurt so bad you could cry??? Ouch! 

There is now a solution, “pillows for your feet”.  Restylane® or Radiesse® can be injected into the balls of your feet to give you the added cushion you need to make those stilettos more bearable.  By injecting a dermal filler into the balls of your feet, you can gain added comfort that will last six months to a year or more.  From our research, some have experienced an uncomfortable sensation or feeling after the injections and felt like walking on marbles or like having something in your shoe.  Although, the long-term safety has not yet been determined, some of our staff may be opting for this procedure.  We will keep you posted as we learn more!

Also, Botox® has been used to safely diminish excess perspiration in your feet.  So if you are experiencing sweaty feet, Botox® is a solution for the problem and results can last four months or more.  Some have said that after subsequent injections, results can last longer.  Many patients have used Botox to help control severe underarm sweating called Hyperhidrosis.  By injecting Botox® into the area, it blocks chemical signals from the nerves that stimulate the sweat glands, when the sweat glands don’t receive the chemical signals, the severe sweating stops!   

Posted: December 14th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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The following was taken from a news release from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, August 3, 2009

NEW SURVEY FROM THE TWO LEADING PLASTIC SURGERY SOCIETIES REVEALS SURPRISING ANSWERS

What people find beautiful about themselves may be different than what they find appealing in another person.  That’s just one finding from a recent consumer survey conducted on the BeautyforLife website (a joint venture of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery).  Visitors were asked “What aspect of physical beauty do you find most appealing in another person?”  In their 20’s, 30’s and 40’s, respondents look for a fit, well proportioned body, youthful skin ranked at the top for respondents in the 50’s and 60’s.  When considering “What part of your body are you most concerned about?”  respondents ranked their abdomen/hips number one in their 30’s.  But surprisingly, respondents listed the face, not their body, as the most popular choice in the 20’s, 40’s, 50’s and 60’s.

“It is always important to understand what our patients are most concerned about at different stages of their lives.  We want to be equipped to help our patients make the right decisions to maintain their beauty at every age - no matter what type of cosmetic medical procedure they are interested in”, said ASAPS President Renato Saltz, M. D.

Additional results were revealed when answering “Which part of your body are you most concerned about?”  While respondents primarily chose their face, significantly more respondents are concerned about their abdomen/hips than their breasts (chest) - with the disparity increasing throughout the decades.

1.  30’s - 37% chose abdomen/hips as their top concern while only 18% chose breasts

2.  40’s - 32% selected abdomen/hips and only 10% breast

3.  50’s - 25% chose abdomen/hips compared to 7% breast

4.  60’s - 23% indicated concern about their abdomen/hips, while only 7% selected breast

Community members were also asked to consider “The most important reason to maintain your physical appearance.”  To boost self-confidence” was the top choice across all decades, with “To attract potential partners” a close second for the 20’s.  In the 30’s and 40’s, the second-most popular choice shifted to “To increase professional opportunities,”  which remained the number two choice in the 50’s, but by a much smaller percentage.  In the 60’s, increasing professional opportunities fell to third behind ”To help make friends.” 

“The survey on the BeautyforLife website has provided interesting data about patients’ attitudes, motivation and perception.  Our goal is to provide useful tools for prospective patients to help them first decide if a cosmetic medicine procedure is right for them and then to provide information on how to choose an appropriate provider,” said Dr. Richard D’Amico, past president of ASPS.

Another question asked members to contemplate “The most important factor in maintaining beauty.”  While adherence to a healthy diet, regular exercise and skin care were popular choices, approximately one in five members felt that a cosmetic medical procedure was most important in the 50’s and 60’s.

This survey was conducted by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, via their Beauty for Life program - a series of patient education tools, including the interactive website www.BeautyforLife.com- designed to help people look and feel their best throughout their lives.  More detailed survey results are available by contacting the organizations.

About ASPS

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons is the largest organization of board certified plastic surgeons in the world.  Representing more than 6,700 physician members, the Society is recognized as a leading authority and information source on cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery.  ASPS comprises more than 94 percent of all board-certified plastic surgeons in the United States.  Founded in 1931, the Society represents physicians certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.  For more information, please visit the ASPS website at www.plasticsurgery.org

Posted: November 19th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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You know that area that is just below the belly button that no matter how many abdominal crunches you do, dieting and general exercising, it is still resistant to change??  It bothers you because everywhere else your clothes fit well but this bulge always seems to stick out ruining your total look!

A very simple solution… Vaser®Liposuction.  This very unique and advanced liposuction procedure can rid yourself of localized deposits, just like this area below the belt, giving you a flatter tummy.  With this procedure, you will be placed under anesthesia and sleep through the whole thing.  By using ultrasonic energy, the fat in the area is broken up and makes for easier removal to reduce and minimize blood loss and bruising.  A cannula is then inserted into the area through tiny incisions and the fat is removed.  A special garment like a high-strength girdle will be put on and you will wear it for three to four weeks to help compress the area, encouraging your skin to shrink.  You will be fairly sore for a few days, but pain medication we prescribe for you will control any discomfort.  You should schedule to take off at least a week from work for recovery.

So, if you are thinking about that “little black dress” for the Holidays, now is the time to think about Vaser®Liposuction.

Posted: November 19th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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Due to the recent popularity of the new alternative to Botox, DYSPORT, and our recent promotions on dermal fillers like Radiesse and Restylane, our patients have requested we schedule Saturday appointments, especially for those who work!  With the Holidays approaching, we have scheduled SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5th for an additional injection day!!  So give Brande a call at 623.2500 and reserve your space today!!!   

Posted: November 10th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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We were recently informed by Dysport™ that they have extended their $75 Rebate Program until December 31st.  Our patients who have already tried Dysport™  are all very pleased with their results and are more than pleased to receive money back for a product that produces excellent results faster and cost less than Botox®Cosmetic.

For those who are not familiar with Dysport™, this product is the real answer to Botox®Cosmetic and has been approved by the FDA for the temporary improvement in the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) and forehead.  Dysport™  is new to the US market but has been used in other countries since 1991.  Dysport™  has little to no downtime, you can go about your usual activities and it lasts three to four months.

For you to take advantage of the $75 Rebate, simply schedule your appointment, have the procedure done before December 31st and we will give you everything you need to mail to receive your rebate.  Brande, our specially trained RN, has scheduled our next Dermal/Dysport™ Injection Day for Tuesday, November 10th.  Give her a call and you will be ready for the Holidays!!!

Posted: November 5th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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We are busy maintaining a young-looking body and face that we forget the one thing that will give all of our hard work and age away, our hands!!  Aging hands can be a very important issue and the last thing we think of that can be treated! 

Think about it, our hands are the only part of the body that sustain total abuse due to normal wear and tear, they get more sun damage than any other part of the body as they are always exposed to the sun and as we grow older, veins become more prominent because the skin loses volume and elasticity and can make the hands look bony and wrinkled.

It seems everyone is talking about hand rejuvenation.  Just the other day, Dr. Oz on the Oprah Show was showing how to give volume to the hands by using dermal fillers.  This is the latest in the use of dermal fillers and we have been very successful in treating the hands and reversing the signs of aging.

The objective of rejuvenating the hands is to add volume and fullness to the hands which will give them a more youthful appearance.  We increase volume by the use of Radiesse® or Restylane®, both hylauronic acid dermal fillers that do an excellent job filling in the back of the hands by “plumping” them up.  The filler is injected into the back of the hand and then massaging and molding the injected filler to create a smoother and younger appearance to the hands.

If you also have spots from sun damage on the back of your hands, we can use our Broadband Light Laser or specially formulated topical gels to remove these spots as well.

Our very successful hand rejuvenation procedures are painless and will effectively treat and restore volume, remove sun spots and increase the tightness and firmness of the hands which is crucial in reversing the signs of aging hands.  Make your appointment today and let everyone guess your age!!!

Posted: November 2nd, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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