Ibrahimi, a board-certified dermatologist practicing in Connecticut. Are <b>lasers</b> for me?“One of the things that people sometimes misconstrue is, they’ll say, ‘I have skin of color, so <b>lasers</b> are not for ...“Ethnic skin is a really important thing to pay attention to, especially with the shifting demographics,” says Dr. Omar Ibrahimi. In another 10 to 15 years, up to 50% of the US population will be ethnic skin color. “We li......
... patient who is interested in improving the appearance of their skin, about the differences between <b>lasers</b> and chemical peels? Dr. Rullan: <b>Lasers</b> have a definite role in dermatology especially with things like vascular lesions and ...Dr. Christopher Zachary and our affiliate ZALEA news team sat down with Dr. Peter Rullan at the recent Masters of Aesthetics meeting in San Diego, California to find out more about the latest in chemical peels. Dr. Peter Rullan, a board-certified der......
Surgery meeting, there were high hopes that this could replace the traditional ablative resurfacing <b>lasers</b> and provide equivalent outcomes.It is now clear that this class of <b>lasers</b> does not give patients with significant signs of photoaging the same ...By Dr. Christopher ZacharyAlmost a decade after the fractionated ablative (Fraxel re:Pair) laser was introduced at an American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery meeting, there were high hopes that this could replace the traditional ablative resu......
The results are not as impressive as treatments with non-ablative fractionated <b>lasers</b> but there is no downtime.Requires expert usage to achieve optimal results. Company has promoted excessive and unrealistic claims regarding ... Editor's RatingPicoSure Procedure Review7.4/10 OverallMarketing Claims7.4Peer Reviewed Literature8.0Consistency of Results7.7Comfort Level7.3Overall Satisfaction6.8Editorial ReviewPros:Good for facial treatments on patients with photopigmenta......
Reduce Redness with Vascular <b>Lasers</b> Once the acne is taken care of, Goldberg says many rosacea patients want to address their aesthetic concerns. “particularly blush ...By Carolynn Grimes If you’re one of the millions of people affected by a skin condition called rosacea, laser treatments may be the answer you’ve been looking for. Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition that affects about 1 in eve......
Even though picosecond <b>lasers</b> can be more effective to remove resistant tattoo's, it is still difficult to remove tattoos in their entirety. Multiple treatments are ... Editor's RatingEnlighten Procedure Review7.3/10 OverallMarketing Claims9.0Peer Reviewed Literature5.6Consistency of Results9.0Comfort Level6.8Overall Satisfaction9.0Editorial ReviewPros:Safe and effective. Faster clearance of tattoo ink than ......
Bass. Dr. Bass is a nationally recognized innovator and authority onadvanced technologies in <b>lasers</b> and other non-surgical technology.In addition to Botox and dermal fillers, the millennials are seeing and liking the immediateresults that ...By Carolynn GrimesMost everyone is interested in slowing down or stopping the aging process. And rejuvenatingthe face and skin to look healthier, brighter, and without spots and wrinkles is at the top of thelist!But how would you like to STOP the agi......
The results from this method are long-lasting.More recently, <b>lasers</b> are being utilized to treat this condition. <b>Lasers</b> can safely target and destroy the body?s sweat glands when used by an expert physician ...By Jordan V. Wang, MD, MBEDo you think you sweat much more than a normal person? Have over-the-counter antiperspirants not helped at all? And does this excessive sweating cause increased anxiety and distress when around others? Then you may have a me......
Q-Switched (532, 694, 755, 1064nm) <b>lasers</b> as well as the picosecond (532, 755, 785, 1064nm) laser.In using this product, practitioners first clean the skin and then numb the area by ...By Jordan V. Wang, MD, MBETattoo removal has gained in popularity in recent years. Especially with newer technology and devices, procedures are more effective now than ever before. According to the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), ne......
Botox, skin care, sun protection and certain kinds of chemical peels and lower key <b>lasers</b>. We designed a protocol to educate our patients and their children about preventative care for facial aging. We discuss the main ...By Dr. Steven R. Cohen, MD, at FACES+ Plastic Surgery, Skin and Laser Center, San Diego, CA; Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery, University of California, San DiegoPrejuvenation is a new trend in anti-aging but not necessarily a new concept. ......
<b>Lasers</b>If the technology of <b>lasers</b> is more up your alley, there are a variety to choose from. SculpSure provides a laser option designed specifically ...By Chelsea CampbellEven when eating right and exercising, it is common to be discouraged by areas of the body that don’t seem to be responding to your weight loss efforts. Often, there are lingering areas of stubborn fat or unsightly loose skin......
Ablative <b>lasers</b>, such as carbon dioxide Co2) laser or erbium yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Er:YAG) laser, will heat up the outer layer of skin tissue. Non-ablative ...By Eileen Spatz Have you ever found yourself gazing at someone, usually a celebrity, wondering how the heck they manage to never look a day older? We sit in awe, jaws agape in wonder, analyzing their skin, hair, and bodies pondering what all tha......
... and age, we have what is essentially the fountain of youth in the form of injectables, fillers, <b>lasers</b>, and surgery...and who wouldn’t want to look forever fresh-faced? A millennial's answer to the inevitable march of time? One word: ...By Chelsea CampbellMillennials are no strangers when it comes to forging new paths and setting trends, and the world of beauty is no exception. Dermatologists are seeing an increasing number of young adults, many who have nary a fine line, who are se......
... boasts a large and diverse group of world leaders, inventors, and innovators in the fields of <b>lasers</b>, energy-based treatments, toxins, soft tissue fillers, and all areas of aesthetic-based treatments. The three-day gathering truly features the ...The 6th annual Masters of Aesthetics Symposium is coming to San Diego on August 23-25. This years meeting boasts a large and diverse group of world leaders, inventors, and innovators in the fields of <b>lasers</b>, energy-based treatments, toxins, soft tiss......
With the evolution of laser technology, the <b>lasers</b> now deliver pulses at a picosecond and have a broader range of wavelengths, allowing doctors to treat a larger area and reduce the number of ...Tattoo regret fuels reversal trendBy Eileen SpatzWell it seemed like the right thing to do at the time, getting that Technicolor “body art” sleeve engulfing the entire arm back in the early aughts. After all, how better to tell the world ......
Dermatologic & Plastic Surgery Institute.By the 1980s, "Q-switched" nanosecond <b>lasers</b> emerged, offering better results. This technique used micro-pulses of light to remove or fade tattoos without harming the skin. Currently, ...Sometimes we do things we come to regret- like getting that tattoo while on a Mexican holiday in our younger, less inhibited years. So the question is, how does one get rid of that embarrassing "tat"? According to Allison Vidimos, MD, ......
Laser treatment. Laser resurfacing, or full field ablative, uses <b>lasers</b>, or short, concentrated fractionated light beams, to vaporize the surface layer of skin. There are two main types of <b>lasers</b>, the carbon ...By Eileen SpatzIt starts young, that goal of staving off the signs of aging. I can remember slathering on under-eye cream in my early teens after reading some sage advice in Teen magazine that this would help prevent the dreaded crow’s feet lat......
At-home <b>lasers</b> are kits that include a mixed bag of diode <b>lasers</b>, intense pulsed light (not a laser but related) and pulsed heat among other designations. ...Hair Removal is on the rise and this is the time to start planning for a hair-free summer. Due to the lack of sunlight exposure during wintertime, this season is the safer for procedures that make the skin sensitive to the sun.Laser Hair RemovalLaser......
Performing Your Procedure?"One of the things we found in our research is, the setting of where <b>lasers</b> are performed has a lot to do with whether or not a patient's going to have a complication or an injury. We looked at the data over a ...What You Need to Know Before Your Laser Treatment!If you're considering a cosmetic laser treatment anytime soon, whether it's to treat your melasma, wrinkles, or scar or tattoo removal, stop and ask yourself a few serious questions first.&nbs......
... value and commitment of the tattoo is the entire industry standing by, ready to take them off with <b>lasers</b>. Since everybody loves statistics, here's a couple more. The American Society of Dermatologic Surgery doctors completed almost 130,000 ...By Jake ElsonIn the bad old days, it was mostly soldiers and slaves who got tattooed, and usually against their will, since the purpose was to make them easier to capture if they deserted or ran away. Fast forward to this century, and by 2012, ......
Less Heat & Less TraumaLike traditional <b>lasers</b>, PicoSure is a type of laser whose aim is to break up pigment in the skin, but this innovative technology is also so much more. What is unique ...By Chelsea Campbell It used to be that if you wished to erase bad decisions, your only chance was to find a time machine to hop into - not likely to happen. In other words, you were left to deal with the effects of poor choices that you may have......
... as alternative to facial fillers as well, and as a retexturizing tool in addition to skin care and <b>lasers</b> and chemical peels. No other way to truly restore elasticity"- Anonymous, M.D."Best is for patients who have volume loss, are older ... Editor's RatingProfound Lift Procedure Review7.5/10 OverallMarketing Claims8.0Peer Reviewed Literature6.0Consistency of Results8.5Comfort Level3.3Overall Satisfaction8.0Editorial ReviewPros:Reliable and consistent treatment for cheek sagging ......
Laser treatments. Laser resurfacing, such as fractionated (Fraxel) <b>lasers</b> emit pixilated light onto the skin, or Ultherapy, a laser treatment that uses ultrasound treatment, both which can resurface the skin. This ...By Eileen Spatz“Your skin is gonna look like shoe leather by the time you are 30,” admonished my mother back in the day when I would lavishly apply baby oil to my skin and bask for hours in the sun. Mom was on to something, that’s f......
GentleLasePermanently removes hair well with less pain and is considered safer than most other <b>lasers</b> by many expertsReliable, safe, large spot size and pulse rate for fast treatments.Versatile, treats mostly any hair type. Excellent laser hair ... Editor's RatingPhysician Review of GentleLase Hair Removal by Syneron Candela9.0/10 OverallMarketing Claims9.5Peer Reviewed Literature9.7Consistency of Results9.7Comfort Level7.0Overall Satisfaction9.0Editorial ReviewPros:High level of p......
Botox for reducing the appearance of fine lines<b>Lasers</b> for skin resurfacing and reducing age spots and other sun damageChemical peels for a deeper skin resurfacingMicrodermabrasion for renewing ...By Eileen SpatzNews flash: If you’re looking for a job or a date, youth sells. Yep, it is that simple. People seeking job applicants and romantic partners gravitate toward fresh faces, toned bodies, and shiny locks. That is all well and go......
... which is great in itself but is particularly helpful prior to skin procedures ( microneedling, <b>lasers</b>, etc.) or surgery (facelifts, necklifts, etc.)."- Kian Karimi MD, FACS Additional Information (provided by Alastin)Procedure ... Editor's RatingAlastin Regenerating Skin Nectar with TriHex Technology? Product Review9.1/10 OverallMarketing Claims9.4Peer-Reviewed Literature8.2Consistency of Results10.0Overall Satisfaction8.8Editorial ReviewPros:Feels great on y......
The most important thing someone can do cosmetically and for prejuvenation has nothing to do with <b>lasers</b> and light sources,” says Dr. Matt Avram, a board-certified dermatologist in Boston, Massachusetts. As a world-renowned expert in laser ...“The most important thing someone can do cosmetically and for prejuvenation has nothing to do with <b>lasers</b> and light sources,” says Dr. Matt Avram, a board-certified dermatologist in Boston, Massachusetts. As a world-renowned expert in las......
<b>Lasers</b> and chemical peels are often counterintuitive for darker skin, as there is a greater risk for discoloration to come back worse than before. ...By Chelsea CampbellAmong the varied ways to treat stubborn acne, hyperpigmentation, and scarring, many doctors choose to use what is called a pulsed laser dye. This machine delivers pulsed laser energy through the first two layers of the skin. While ......
Simple"While it may seem like a minor procedure, it's not. People are misled because <b>lasers</b> are advertised as minimal pain and no downtime, and they think it's a "simple and easy" treatment. Laser treatments have ...Many of us spend hours figuring out who would be the best person to cut our hair and do our nails. We ask friends, we search online, and we read reviews. We want it done right, and we want to look better, not worse! Then why, when it comes time ......
Some of the most effective methods are as follows:Laser treatments like C02, Er:YAG, and fractional <b>lasers</b> can help ice pick, rolling, and boxcar scars by removing a layer of skin so that new skin can form in its place. These treatments usually have ...By Chelsea CampbellWhile many of us outgrow acne or just find a way to manage it, it still often leaves memories of those embarrassing breakouts long after the pimple itself is gone; namely, in the form of acne scars. These stubborn pockmarks or disc......
Weinstein knows a thing or two about <b>lasers</b>. She completed a prestigious Laser, Cosmetic and Dermatologic Surgery fellowship at SkinCare Physicians in Boston, with clinical faculty from ...Fall is upon us and summer is officially over. But as we say goodbye to the warm weather, many of us are left with the tell-tale signs of too many hours spent outdoors. Although most of us are much better about applying sunscreen, we're often lef......
Fractional laser resurfacing, such as Fraxel Dual and Clear + Brilliant <b>lasers</b>, Picotoning or intense pulsed light (IPL) treatments,?allow patients to erase sun damage and improve skin texture without prolonged downtimes. ...By Kenneth A Arndt, MD; Mona Sadeghpour, MD Every day we are asked if there is an age that is too early to start preventing the skin from aging or to start on the journey for skin rejuvenation. We have been thinking about this question for ......
Surgeons and is well known in his community for being a Training Physician for injectables and ...Are you looking tired, even when you don't feel tired? Maybe you're seeing some fat under the chin that wasn't there before. And if you're like most women of a certain age, you look at your neck and say, "When did this happen?&qu......
However, though low-level <b>lasers</b> might do the trick, minoxidil is still the most effective and rigorously tested out of the over-the-counter treatment hair growth ...By Chelsea Campbell Sometimes, it happens gradually. You may look at a photo of yourself from just a few years ago and notice a startling difference in your hairline or feel like your ponytail just isn't as perky as it once was. Other times, it&#......
Vista, California, “Which do you prefer for acne scarring and wrinkles, chemical peels or <b>lasers</b>?” Dr. Rullan’s areas of special interests and training include the treatment of Acne and Psoriasis, Chemical Peels for Acne ...We asked Dr. Peter Rullan, a board-certified dermatologist in Chula Vista, California, “Which do you prefer for acne scarring and wrinkles, chemical peels or <b>lasers</b>?” Dr. Rullan’s areas of special interests and training includ......
Other <b>lasers</b> like Cellulaze and subcision treatments like Cellfina go underneath the skin to actually cut the fibrous bands that contribute to the ...By Chelsea Campbell Cottage cheese thighs. Orange peel skin. Skin dimples. These are a few of the nicknames that we have given one of women's most common and oft-hated imperfections: cellulite. It is reported that up to 90 percent of women h......
And finally, Roche says <b>lasers</b> can also help with the appearance of large pores. Treatments such as Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) laser treatments help stimulate collagen ...We all have questions about our skin. Wouldn't it be nice to have those questions answered by an expert? Watch below as Dr. Elizabeth Roche answers a popular question that plagues many of us battling large pores. #1) Clean your face, every n......
Other causes include birth control pills and sun exposure.Manstein says high-intensity <b>lasers</b> can aggravate the condition by triggering irritation or inflammation, which can induce more pigmentation. Cold temperature treatments could be ...Carolynn GrimesCryolipolysis, otherwise known as CoolSculpting?, uses cold temperature to break down fat cells and contour the body non-surgically. And now, one of the inventors of CoolSculpting says, the selective removal of pigment with cold is pos......
Propecia. Other common options include Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and <b>lasers</b> to stimulate hair growth. On the Surgical Side...Hair transplant surgery takes about 3 to 6 hours depending on the size of the thinning ...Hair loss is typically thought of as something that only men are subjected to, but 40 percent of women will suffer from hair loss. For men, the statistics are much higher. According to the American Hair Loss Association, two-thirds of men will begin ......
Saluja says using <b>lasers</b> and radio frequency devices for the neck is the best place to start for lines and laxity. “Some of the radio frequency treatments have ...By Carolynn Grimes Most all of us have heard the saying, ‘you can tell a woman’s age by looking at her eyes, neck, and hands.’ It’s no wonder, all these areas have thinner skin and are subject to sun exposure on a regular......
... you go to someone who can offer more than one approach, and not only fillers or only <b>lasers</b>. "I think people can achieve a more natural look if they use a combination of options," states ...Have you ever looked in the mirror or seen a picture of yourself and said, "When did I get a double chin"? It sneaks up on you and now it's all you see. "Many of my patients come in complaining of a double chin or a sli......
Dependable, powerful, versatile. No consumables, which is a major plus in comparison to pulsed dye <b>lasers</b>"- Anonymous Physician ReviewerAdditional Information (provided by Cutera)Procedure Description:Excel V provides precision laser ... Editor's RatingExcel V Procedure Review8.0/10 OverallMarketing Claims7.8Peer Reviewed Literature8.3Consistency of Results8.7Comfort Level7.5Overall Satisfaction7.8Editorial ReviewPros:Excellent for deep vascular targets (veins).Excellent for ......
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