Let's face it; we would all rather be the 40-year-old who looks 30 instead of the other way around!  When it comes to aging gracefully, preventing further damage is as important as seeking the assistance of a dermatologist in diminishing ...

Impedance Control (APIC) which turns up RF power to deliver precise heating to the skin's surface. Lumenis NuEra targets problem areas, such as the abdomen, flanks, buttocks, inner and outer thighs, upper arms, elbows, knees, bra and back fat. ...

... from a combination of the camera lens and the unusually short distance between the phone and your face. If your selfie habit has led you to think about the possibility of a nose job, you may want to think again.The Selfie vs. Self EsteemThe selfie ...

Usually repeated about 18 months later to maintain the benefit.Cons:Not a replacement for a facelift.Tightening is only modest in majority of patients, not as dramatic as some people want.For more significant sagging Thermage is not the right ...

... the market for facial fillers, chances are you are aiming to restore a youthful plumpness to your face. When done right, fillers can add volume to sunken cheeks, make lips fuller, and plump up prominent wrinkles. However, going overboard can often ...

The most common areas to have acne appear are on the face, neck, shoulders, chest, and back because these areas contain the most sebaceous (oil) glands. When the pores that contain these glands get clogged with oil (known as sebum), dirt, and ...

Grammy awards. Many people jumped on social media to talk about her "frozen face" and how it looked like she's had too much cosmetic surgery. Headlines and tweets filled social media as people took a stab at what the pop singer may ...

Sweating often and not washing the skin afterward can cause breakouts, but conversely, washing your face too often or too hard can be counterintuitive as it causes skin to become dry and irritated, signaling your body to produce more sebum to ...

Neuromodulators for prevention and softening of wrinkles: Lines and wrinkles on the upper face form over time due to repetitive folding of the skin that occurs with everyday use of the muscles of facial expression. It is not uncommon to see patients ...

BotoxGetting neurotoxin injections such as Botox can take years off your face, but do jump on this soon, as the results don’t kick in for about two weeks and there may be some mild bruising for a few days. Botox can smooth fine lines and ...

ReviewPros:Excellent for deep vascular targets (veins).Excellent for isolated broken vessels on the face, particularly on the nose.  Also works for sun induced lentigines (brown spots) and skin toning, as well as certain leg veins in ...

Silikon 1000 for rolling or atrophic scars (shadow-enhanced scars)*9-14 Days downtimeFull-face 2-day modified Phenol peel when skin laxity is worsening appearance of acne scarsSEVERE SCARRING WHERE > 50% OF THE FACE AND UPPER NECK HAS ALL SCAR ...

It's Not Just about the FaceMost people pay far more attention to their facial skin than the rest of the body. It's natural- our face is always in the spotlight, exposed to weather conditions as well as other people's judgments. But make ...

Do you remember when the talk was all about placing filler along the cheekbones to give the face a lift? Well, it's still a good idea, but an even better way to lift the face is to place filler not only at the cheekbones but also along the jawline and the chin. What a lot of people don't realize is, as we age, we lose bone structure. S...

Glow While You DozeFirst things first: stop forgetting to wash your face before bed! According to Dr. Christine Choi Kim, a board certified California-based dermatologist, the quickest route to a dull complexion is by leaving makeup on overnight. ...

First, the lips are out of proportion to their face. And second, the upper and lower lip are out of proportion to each other. "They're making the upper lip too big compared to the lower lip and also in projection. What I mean by ...

Trends come and go (and let?s face it; people often do, too), but you live with your body forever! Make sure you will look in the mirror and admire yourself, not regret conforming to a standard that wasn't your own.    Do Your ...

Things You Should Know:A full face treatment takes about 30 minutes so including the numbing time, the patient should expect the office visit to be about an hour and 30 minutes. Pre-treatment sun tan is without risk.Minimal post procedure ...

I can be used anywhere on the body including face, neck, chest, knees, arms.Best Patient Candidates: Can be used on all skin types I to VI. Best patient candidate is someone who cannot take time off, has potential issue with pigmentation or ...

Caribbean. Admitting to an eye lift or a facelift was rare. Patients kept the plastic surgery facts close to the vest, hoping that by pretending nothing whatsoever had been altered on their face or body that acquaintances would just envy their ...

I mean, come on, after a certain age it is a tough sell to claim that one's perfectly smooth face was just a gift of genetics. The ultra wealthy do have a major advantage over regular folk with regards to holding back the hands of time. ...

Over time, people who have rosacea may end up with a permanent redness in the center of their face. See a Board-Certified Dermatologist There are different types of rosacea, and the first thing your dermatologist will do is evaluate your ...

... procedure wherein an instrument with tiny protruding needles is carefully rolled over the surface of the skin to produce very small, superficial punctures. RF microneedling uses this type of instrument, equipped with radiofrequency energy, in order ...

Turning to face the mirror you feel your heart sink; you see the silvery scales overlying a fleshy patch of salmon-colored skin in front of your right ear that herald the return of the psoriasis you have worked so hard to get rid of. Then again, you ...

In the past, the only real solution to these woes was the classic facelift, which requires surgery, downtime for recovery, and possible scarring. Today’s consumers are looking for non-surgical options that rejuvenate and restore the ...

There's really no pain. It feels a little bit warm as the laser pulses across the face. We do this three times (across the face), so the procedure takes about 10-15 minutes in total."How NeoClear WorksThe laser energy destroys acne bacteria ...

... and chic ‘dos, others might focus with laser (pardon the pun) precision at those lineless faces wondering how these people never seem to age.Displays of the highest caliber noninvasive cosmetic interventions prancing across the red carpet ...

Newborn Babies Prefer to Look at Attractive Faces"I think we are born with some image of humaneness," says Dr. Mandy, a board-certified dermatologist in Miami, suggesting that facial recognition is hardwired at birth, rather than ...

Is body acne different from acne that occurs on the face?Dr. J: Body acne, like face acne, occurs when pores are clogged. However, sometimes you get bumps on the body that look like acne, but technically they are folliculitis, which occurs when hair ...

Roche answers a popular question that plagues many of us battling large pores. #1) Clean your face, every nightStart with a good cleanser that has a little bit of lactic acid and a little salicylic acid says Dr. Roche.  “You'd be ...

GrimesOver time we all begin to see the signs of aging written all over our skin, primarily on the face, neck and chest area. The aging process and spending too much time in the sun or just living an active lifestyle eventually shows itself through ...

... injectables, are various products used to fill fine lines and wrinkles and restore volume in the face or hands. Popular dermal fillers include hyaluronic acid fillers and collagen fillers. Fillers can be injected into areas like the cheeks to ...

... are some risks associated such as bruising, muscle weakness, droopiness in other areas of the face, vision problems, slurred speech, and rarely, spreading of the toxin to other areas of the body. Although these risks are rare, it is still important ...

As we age we tend to lose volume in the lateral aspect of the face. As that happens, everything starts to come forward and down." This downward momentum combined with a little extra fullness in the chin typically goes hand-in-hand. What ...

While her new look may have been achieved through surgery via a facelift, chin tuck, or placement of cheek implants; for someone on-the-go (or on screen) 24-7, other treatments such as Botox, fillers, laser treatments, and chemical peels, also ...

... with glycolic, salicylic, and lactic acids are gentle enough to remove dull skin cells on the surface of skin while preserving and promoting good bacteria growth. Mildly acidic peels are a great way to get that smooth, glowing skin you are after ...

Some skin laxity reduction especially in the lower face and neck area.Good treatment of horizontal neck lines that are hard to address with other devices.Can also be used on many other body areas.Cons:Painful for many, especially thin skin patients ...

... injectables, are various products used to fill fine lines and wrinkles and restore volume in the face or hands. Popular dermal fillers include hyaluronic acid fillers and collagen fillers. Fillers can be injected into areas like the cheeks to ...

Most Common Use Cases :Acne scars.Anti-aging (preventative treatment).Face and beck and body skin tightening.Physician Testimonials"My go to device for accordion pleating of the anterior neck." -- Mary Lupo M.D."Best results ...

... to talk to my patients of color, because a lot of us will collect these tiny little moles on our face, called DPN’s or dermatosis papulosa nigra.” Davis says many patients will notice they have more DPN’s on the left side of their ...

Acne CausesAcne is thought to be caused by several different factors. Sebaceous glands on the face secrete oil, or sebum, that when increased can block pores or openings in the skin. These blocked pores can trap bacteria inside, which can then start ...

By Chelsea CampbellWe spend plenty of time worrying about keeping our faces looking fresh and youthful, but often the first signs of age happen below the chin. It's very common for people to develop sagginess, redness, discoloration, and wrinkles on their necks, betraying all of the diligence put into slathering one's visage with sunscreen ...

... doctors ranking higher in search results, manipulating the na?ve consumer into placing their face, body, and health into the hands of a potentially subpar surgeon.To be clear, there is nothing wrong or unethical about a plastic surgery practice ...

Then why, when it comes time to do something more serious, such as a laser procedure on our face, we may or may not put enough time, energy, or research into the process? This can, and has, led to disastrous results that are much more ...

For a facial procedure, if there are differences in the position of the patient’s face, such as a chin down before photo and an uplifted chin in the after photoLikewise, if the patient is non-smiling in the before photo and has an upturned ...

... doing too much in the name of beauty and cosmetic work has the opposite effect - it can make our faces look too puffy, frozen, disproportionate, or worse yet, it can make us not look like us. Knowing which prejuvenation measures to use is a ...

By sloughing off dull, dead surface layers of skin, the procedure stimulates lymph flow and blood flow, increasing nutrients to the skin cells.  The cosmetic benefits of microdermabrasion are many, including:Improved elasticityEvens out skin ...

... skin on your neck seems to age overnight, because the skin on your neck is much thinner than the face. Saluja says using lasers and radio frequency devices for the neck is the best place to start for lines and laxity. “Some of the radio ...

So get smart and make a plan. Seeing a dermatologist can bring your flawless face game to the next level and help you ride that youthful glow for a lot ...

I think she's really maintaining the volume of her face probably with facial fillers or with fat. She's obviously doing some Botox because she doesn't have any static lines on her forehead or between her glabella. I don't ...

Facebook, but within the millennial ranks, many of these 18 to 35-year-olds—who came of age during the social media/selfie era—are on a quest to remain selfie-friendly indefinitely. Young celebs who openly flaunt their cosmetic surgeries ...

Treatments like the pulsed dye laser or IPL treat the red dilated blood vessels of the face. “Broken” blood vessels make you look like you've been drinking or not sleeping enough and can make you look puffy and a little haggard. We ...

Examine your scalp using your fingers or a comb to part the hair. Pay attention to the skin on the face (including the lips), ears and neck as well. If you need someone to help, make sure to describe what to look for. Front, back, and sides:Using ...

We are implementing live chats and of course FaceTime and Skype to provide a human face and reassurance. This too will pass and perhaps the world will reset itself with more important priorities than money and overdone glamour and become more ...

Eyelid surgeryLiposuctionRhinoplastyBreast augmentation or breast liftFace-liftsFillersBotoxChemical peelsA couple of recent surveys underscore the trend toward enhancing appearance to improve career prospects and advancement.  According to the ...

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 good until that inevitable moment in time when we realize we ...

What should I expect to feel during lip filler injections?Compared to other parts of the face, the lips are certainly the most sensitive- especially to pain. But there are various tools that trained healthcare specialists can utilize to limit pain ...

Most 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 aging process BEFORE ...

By Carolynn GrimesFine lines and wrinkles on the face, neck, and chest are something we all encounter as we age. But once you're past a certain point of facial aging and you don't want surgery, the options to turn back the clock become more limited. The ideal treatment would be a device that is non-surgical, minimal downtime, and delivers m...

The procedure is frequently used on the face, neck and hands, and can be used to reduce the appearance of various issues such as discoloration and hyperpigmentation, signs of aging like crow's feet, wrinkles and sagging, scars, blotchiness, ...

If you're a smoker quit. Smoking affects the entire body, especially the face. As a result, smokers tend to have an uneven skin tone, sagging skin and wrinkles, and early signs of aging around the mouth called "smokers lips". ...

MD, MBEMelasma is a common skin condition that causes dark patches to appear, typically on the face. Although these patches cause no direct symptoms, people may feel distressed from their appearance alone. Knowing how to manage this condition, ...

It's also normal to lose fat in our faces which can cause a drooping effect. However, when administered correctly, fillers can fill-in the fat that's lost over time. Bowes says, "We can use fillers to lift the face. I think ...

SPF 30 when outside. And don't forget the hat and sunglasses to protect the scalp, face and eyes.It is estimated that one person will die from melanoma every hour in the United State. Therefore, it is important to reduce the risk of melanoma by ...

Rochester, to find out which laser she’s most excited about for clearing up our sun-spotted faces. Weinstein knows a thing or two about lasers. She completed a prestigious Laser, Cosmetic and Dermatologic Surgery fellowship at SkinCare ...

One problem that women of all ages face is dark spots. This common form of hyperpigmentation is caused by overactive melanin-producing cells in our skin called melanocytes. Several different situations commonly cause these cells to be ...

In fact, if a wrinkle has already etched its way onto your face when your muscles are at rest, its likely that Botox can?t help and rather must be treated with a filler instead. By using Botox to stave off fine lines before they have a chance to ...

... in the air and the sun calling your name, don't forget to not only apply sunscreen to your face but also to your lips. If you thought chapped lips were bad, sunburned lips are even worse.Sorting through the huge assortment of products to ...

Cohen. Fillers in the lip area don't last as long as they do in other areas of the face because we're constantly moving our lips.  Cohen says neuromodulators also work well for these patients because it prevents the lip from making the ...

A comparison in the number of acne lesions on the face was no difference between the two groups. Likewise, 5 healthy subjects were given two enriched chocolate bars for a month, contained 1,200 calories, half of which was vegetable fat, with no ...

But teens these days face the additional pressure of social media, where a curated image and a fixation on number of follower and "like" counts on photos is paramount, and any teen is bound to feel self-conscious more than a few times. ...

Provides benefit in all 3 primary areas of facial aging: 1) Surface textural improvement2) Contouring and volume replacement (dermal volume restoration) and ability to decrease unwanted fat (jowls, neck) 3) Skin tightening for laxity due to ...

But did you know you not only lose fat in your face as you age, but you also lose bone structure? To understand facial aging, let's start with the jaw or what's called jowling. Many dermatologists will inject the midface with filler to ...

The procedure is frequently used on the face, neck and hands and can be used to reduce the appearance of various skin complaints such as discoloration and hyperpigmentation, acne scars, blotchiness, melasma, sun damage and signs of aging such as ...

One day you looked in the mirror and realized the lower region of your face has lost the definition it once had due to fat accumulation below the jawline in what is referred to as submental fullness.A double chin can result from age, weight gain, or ...

Fraxel re-Pair or re-Store. But also much less costly for a full face treatment.Things You Should Know:The experience of the physician/nurse who will be performing the treatment is important. The patient should ask questions such as: How much ...

To ExpectThe treatment is an in-office procedure that takes about 40 minutes to treat the entire face, with some healing time depending on the strength of the energy used. There is some discomfort, redness, itchiness, and erythema that occurs as the ...

... procedure wherein an instrument with tiny protruding needles is carefully rolled over the surface of the skin to produce very small, superficial punctures. As frightening as this may initially sound, it is a virtually painless process with a host ...

Breast Reduction Along with procedures like liposuction, tummy tucks, face lifts, and nose jobs, men also accounted for 40 percent of the breast reduction surgeries performed in 2015, as reported by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. ...

Age spots, freckles, vascular anomalies, spider veins, telangiectasia on the face and legs, telangiectatic matting, pseudofolliculitis barbae, beard bumps.Typical Clinical Applications:Laser hair removal, pigmentation and veins.Best Patient ...

It's thinner, it's more dainty, it's more feminine, and I think it really suits her face,” explains Gordon. Lip Filler"I think she's doing a really good job with her eyebrows.  She hasn't had a brow lift or ...

In fact, if a wrinkle has already etched its way onto your face when your muscles are at rest, its likely that Botox can't help and rather must be treated with a filler instead. By using Botox to stave off fine lines before they have a chance to ...

Along with procedures like liposuction, tummy tucks, face lifts, and nose jobs, men also accounted for 40 percent of the breast reduction surgeries performed in 2015, as reported by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Many men suffer from ...

While many patients request facial skin revitalization treatments, off-the-face treatments are also frequently performed (e.g.: upper chest, neck, hands, legs, and arms). PicoSure is also FDA cleared to treat all colors of tattoo ink on patients of ...

I’m against Botox, I’m against injections; I think it’s damaging your face, damaging your nerves. It’s all me. I will age gracefully, as my mom ...

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. We have been working on ways to improve tissue health and reduce tissue decay since the first stem c...