How Much Does Liposuction Cost? Far and away the most common question that we get from people calling or e-mailing our office is “How much does it cost?” That question is easy to answer for many procedures, including facial injections and laser treatments. It’s much more difficult for SmartLipo Liposculpting. The reason that it’s difficult is because everyone’s body is…
Acne Treatment Options
What do you do when Drug Store products aren’t enough? Acne is a common problem, especially in young adults and perimenopausal women. Some people suffer with acne through their entire life! Acne in and of itself is frustrating, but it can leave behind scars that can last your lifetime. So what can you do about acne? There are a lot…
Lip Fillers: Afraid of Duck Lips?
Afraid of Duck Lips? Many people that I talk to about lip augmentation are hesitant to have the procedure for fear of looking unnatural. “Duck Lips” and the “Trout Pout” have given lip injections a bad name. Using fillers in the lips can be a great way to improve fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth and to give a…
Get Rid of the Dreaded Turkey Neck!
Sagging Skin… It happens to all of us. Sagging skin and jowls are a part of aging. But knowing that it happens to all of us doesn’t make it any easier to take when it happens to you. Fortunately, there are treatments that can help to slow and even reverse this aging process. As we age, we lose fat volume…
How Can I Get Rid of Spider Veins?
What are Spider Veins? Spider veins (telangiectasias) are those tiny, unsightly blood vessels that seem to pop up as we age. The most common places to see them are on the legs and the face. Patients often ask about what causes these vessels to develop and whether they can be treated. What Causes Spider Veins? Unfortunately, there is little that…
Botox or Dysport?
A frequent question we get is “What is the difference between Botox and Dysport?” Both are neuromodulators, which means that they inhibit the signal that travels from the nerve to the muscle. This leads to less movement from the muscle and thus an improvement in certain wrinkles. I usually explain that Botox and Dysport are kind of like Coke and…
What is the Best Sunscreen?
A study published yesterday by Northwestern University has been in the news today. The study, by Shuai Xu and colleagues, was intended to help doctors give patients a recommendation for which sunscreen is the best. They reviewed the 65 sunscreens with the best consumer reviews on Amazon.com for how well they met the American Academy of Dermatology’s minimum sunscreen recommendations. …
Treatment for Hyperhidrosis Can Change Your Life!
I can’t tell you how many people we see who do their best to hide the fact that they sweat…ALL THE TIME. I have met men and women who wear sweatshirts in the summer, limit their wardrobe to loose clothing that won’t soak as quickly, buy only dark colored shirts…all so that it’s not obvious that they’re sweating, even though…
Chemical Peels
What is a Chemical Peel? The chemical peel is a common tool in the cosmetic surgeon’s bag of tricks. Chemical peels have been used for hundreds of years. There are even stories of Cleopatra using sour goat’s milk to keep her skin beautiful (the sour milk contains lactic acid, which is used as a chemical exfoliant). So how do chemical…
Amazing Arms
Warm weather is finally near and summer wardrobes are coming out! That means more short sleeves and tank tops. For many of us, shedding the long sleeves is a source of anxiety as we show off arms that might not be as toned as we would like. In honor of the spring season, we wanted to do a blog to…
Can My Diet Affect My Cellulite?
Cellulite is a very common problem. Over 90 percent of women have some degree of cellulite. It is also a very frustrating problem. Many of the women we see in consultation for Cellulaze Cellulite Reduction Treatment are doing all they can with diet and exercise, but still are not comfortable with their appearance because of their cellulite. Cellulite is a…
Which Wrinkles Can I Treat with Pearl Fractional Laser?
Fractional Laser is a great tool for facial rejuvenation. The Pearl Fractional Laser allows for resurfacing of the skin without the extensive downtime associated with older laser resurfacing methods. It can give you significant improvement in tone and texture and in acne scarring as well. These are some common questions we get when discussing the Pearl Fractional Laser: Which wrinkles…