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Accent radiofrequency on the face

We do a really amazing Accent facial here. We developed a protocol that gives results that you can see right away.Accent radiofrequency treatments have no downtime. In fact, this would be an excellent treatment to do on the day of a big event to look a smoother and tighter.Here are some pictures: BEFORE What I see [...]

By |April 14th, 2008|Categories: Uncategorized|

Facial tightening and body recontouring with radiofrequency

Radiofrequency treatments are a great way to tighten your skin, smooth cellulite and reduce volume.I have the Accent Radiofrequency machine from Alma Lasers. It features 2 handpieces: unipolar for deep heating and bipolar for superficial tightening.The energy from the unipolar handpiece penetrates several centimeters below the skin, causing deep heating of the tissues. The immediate result [...]

Using Teosyal filler to rejuvenate the face

I have talked a lot about Sculptra (the most attractive and natural way to rejuvenate your face, IMO) but a client that I saw last week reminded me that dermal fillers are still very important when it comes to rejuvenating the face.This particular client is going to a family reunion soon so she can't wait the [...]

By |April 14th, 2008|Categories: dermal fillers|

Botox info from the BBC

I came across this article on the BBC website. They're calling the series "Extreme Cosmetics" which I find a bit over the top but the information is mostly accurate.They have a little slideshow that shows how BOTOX® Cosmetic works.I'd just like to correct a few things they said that were misleading.They said:Botox is 'botulinum toxin A' [...]

By |April 14th, 2008|Categories: botox|

Makeup for tearful occasions

I was attending an event last Saturday and knew that the chance of tears was pretty high so I had our makeup specialist, Claire, do a tear-proof face for me.Claire has a wealth of tricks up her sleeve so I asked her to share them with us on her blog.Yes, I cried but, thanks to Claire, [...]

By |April 9th, 2008|Categories: makeup|

Acne and Rosacea Sufferers: Need a boost?

Check out this article from the American Academy of Dermatology: Acne and Rosacea Getting You Down? Laser, Light and Cosmetic Treatments Give Patients a Much-Needed BoostIt talks about treating acne with laser, IPL and photodynamic therapy, treating acne scars with lasers and fillers and treating rosacea with IPL.If you are bothered by any of these problems, [...]

By |April 8th, 2008|Categories: acne, rosacea|

Who knew?

I just found this article on the Health Canada website. It gives some general considerations you should think about when considering a laser or IPL treatment.Here's an excerpt:Minimizing Your RiskThe best way to minimize your risk is to make informed decisions based upon thorough research. Find out whether you are a suitable candidate for the procedure [...]

By |April 8th, 2008|Categories: Uncategorized|

What to do about acne

With prom season and graduation coming up, a lot of younger people (and their parents!) are worried about clearing up acne.I had a very nice couple in the clinic last week who asked me about what could be done for their son. His dermatologist wants to start him on Accutane but 2 family members developed depression [...]

By |April 7th, 2008|Categories: acne, skin care|

Progress with Sculptra

We've been doing a lot of Sculptra since the beginning of February and I have to say that I'm thrilled with the results.If you remember, I mentioned the volume of fluid that the Sculptra is diluted in gives you a preview of what the Sculptra will eventually do. This fluid is absorbed and disappears in 2 [...]

By |April 5th, 2008|Categories: Uncategorized|

Budgeting for medical cosmetic treatments

I witnessed an interesting situation between a married couple the other day. One spouse has been having various treatments here, getting amazing results and is happy as a clam with how things are going. The other spouse would like to have some treatments but feels that they can't afford them. The latter was actually radiating hostility [...]

By |April 4th, 2008|Categories: Uncategorized|
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