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 talk about how you can rock a tank top! General weight loss is almost … [Read more...]
Can My Belly Fat Be Treated With a Cosmetic Procedure?
Can My Belly Fat Be Treated With a Cosmetic Procedure? We have received several emails from patients wondering if their belly fat can be “removed or improved.” It is important to understand that as humans we have two types of belly fat, intra-abdominal belly fat (the fat around our organs which is behind the abdominal muscles) and extra-abdominal belly fat (superficial … [Read more...]
Do I Need a Tummy Tuck?
We see patients of all shapes and sizes at Imagen. Every one of them has their own individual goals and desires when it comes to their body shape. The most common frustration that we are consulted for is abdominal fat. Some patients are already thin and desire a more flat and tight or defined abdomen; but more often, they are looking for a significant reduction in their … [Read more...]
Smoking and Your Skin
Smoking and Your Skin "Smoking is Bad for You" Everyone has heard that “Smoking is bad for you.” Usually the conversation is geared toward lung cancer, emphysema and other causes of early death. However, smoking is bad for just about everything. Even if you’re young, the smoke that you inhale now can have effects for years to come. One of the effects that doesn’t get … [Read more...]
Fighting Facial Volume Loss with Collagen Stimulation
As we age, we lose collagen in our skin, which causes it to become saggy and loose. There are many treatments designed to produce collagen stimulation in the skin. This can lead to an improvement in fine lines and wrinkles, volume loss and skin laxity. Some treatments are more invasive than others and some treatments work better than others do. On the least invasive end … [Read more...]
