Microdermabrasion
Packages are Back for 2010
Microdermabrasion is a painless procedure that leaves your
skin smooth and refreshed with no downtime. The skin exfoliation process
reveals new living cells, so topical treatments like Retin A, Vitamin C and
alpha hydroxy acids penetrate the skin more effectively.
For a limited time only, purchase a package of 3 microdermabrasion
treatments for $299.
(Expires 9/30/10 and cannot be combined with other
offers.)
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Botox and
Injectable Fillers 101
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Botox®, Dysport™, Restylane®, Juvéderm™, Radiesse®,
Sculptra®. What are they and how do they differ?
"With so many products crowding the market, it can be a
challenge to know what product can work best for your cosmetic concerns," says
Lahey cosmetic dermatologist Emily J. Fisher, MD. "Many of my patients ask, which of these
products would work best to make my face look more youthful?"
Botox and Dysport are both "botulinum toxins." Throughout
the day, muscles in our face move and become tense frequently. Over time, this
constant movement creates lines that can make us look older, tired and even
angry. Botox and Dysport work by relaxing those muscles, thereby softening
facial wrinkles and creating a more youthful, relaxed and happier-appearing
face. Emily J. Fisher, MD  |
"Botox and Dysport work best in the muscles of the upper
portions of the face-primarily to relax the lines on the forehead, between your
eyebrows and in the crows feet area," says Fisher. Botox treatment consists of
approximately five to eight injections per treatment area-the needle used is
very small, limiting the pain as well as the side effects.
"However, toxins are not ideally used in the lower
portions of the face because relaxing those muscles leads to unwanted side
effects, like the inability to smile fully," says Fisher. For this reason,
dermal or "injectable" fillers such as Restylane, Juvéderm, Radiesse and Sculptra
are used to improve the signs of aging in the lower parts of the face.
"Over time, we all lose volume in the face, primarily in
the cheekbones, nasolabial folds, lips and hollows of the cheeks," says Fisher.
Dermal fillers work by replacing this volume, creating a fuller, more youthful
face. There is some pain with the injection, and some patients develop
bruising, but overall, the risk of side effects is low and the results are
immediate.
Each filler has unique properties, and deciding which one is
best for each patient depends on the area to be treated, the skin type and
other factors that are discussed together during a consultation.
For more information or to schedule your next appointment
at the Lahey Center for Cosmetic and Laser Surgery,
please call us toll-free at 1-877-867-0707.
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Introducing Sculptra® Aesthetic
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Lahey's Center for Cosmetic and Laser Surgery now offers
Sculptra® Aesthetic-a new facial injectable treatment for the correction of
smile lines, contour deficiencies and other facial wrinkles. It works gradually
to replace collagen that is lost during the aging process. The results help
provide a more refined appearance that can last up to 2 years.
Call us at 1-877-867-0707 to see if Sculptra® Aesthetic is
right for you.
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 Question:
Who is a good candidate for a facelift? Is age an
important factor?
~Sally, Woburn
Answer:
A facelift (rhytidectomy) is a surgical procedure to
improve visible signs of aging in the face and neck, especially addressing
wrinkles, sagging, jowling and loose skin.
Facelift surgery is a good
option for patients who are physically healthy, don't smoke
and have realistic goals in mind for the improvement of their appearance.
Age is not necessarily the most important factor in
determining whether a facelift is appropriate. Most facelift candidates are
between 40 and 70 years old. Since the aging process is ongoing, no facelift
procedure can produce permanent results, however many procedures will leave the
face looking refreshed for 10 years or longer. The longevity depends on many
factors, including current skin condition, genetics, age at the time of the
procedure, history of smoking and sun exposure.
There are many types of facelifts but they are all
variations of the main basic principle, which consists of elevating,
redraping and tightening the skin and soft tissues of the face.
Procedures that are typically performed in conjunction
with a facelift are a brow lift, to correct a sagging or deeply furrowed brow,
eyelid surgery, to rejuvenate aging eyes, and laser resurfacing.
A facelift is an excellent
surgical procedure that can effectively enhance the facial appearance and
improve the signs of aging. A qualified plastic surgeon can best guide you in
deciding which procedure is appropriate for your situation.
~ Lahey Clinic plastic surgeon Sonal Pandya, MD
Center for Cosmetic and Laser Surgery
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| Join Us for a Free Seminar |
What's New in Plastic Surgery and Nonsurgical Alternatives
May 19, 6 to 7:30 pm
Lahey Medical Center,
Lexington
Lahey plastic surgeon Christine DiEdwardo, MD, FACS,
discusses solutions for the aging face and eyes, including preventive skin care
treatments, Botox® and injectable fillers, laser treatments, skin resurfacing,
facelifts, eyelid tucks and body contouring.
To register, please call 1-800-604-2703.
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Lahey Clinic, a physician-led, nonprofit group practice, is world-renowned for innovative technology, pioneering medical treatment, and leading-edge research. A teaching hospital of Tufts University School of Medicine, the Clinic provides quality health care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty, from primary care to cancer diagnosis and treatment to kidney and liver transplantation. For more information, please visit our Web site at www.lahey.org. |
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