Cosmetic and Laser Procedures
Maintaining the appearance of youthful looking and healthy skin encompasses many factors ranging from ideal bone and fat structure, uniform skin pigmentation, absence of skin laxity, soft skin texture, small pore size, minimizing scars, absence of blotchiness and sun or age spots and the absence of superficial blood vessels. In recent years, many new treatments have been developed to address these problem areas with less aggressive and more reasonably priced options.
Specific treatments include:
- BOTOX and Juvederm for wrinkle correction
- Skin rejuvenation lasers to treat skin laxity, blotchiness, sun spots, scars and superficial blood vessels
- Hair removal laser to treat unwanted hair
- Sclerotherapy to eliminate unsightly leg veins
- Skin tag removal
All of these treatments are available at Windsor Dermatology and are performed by Board Certified dermatologists.
While it's never too late to address a problem many of these treatments are most effective when they are performed several months before of a major event.
BOTOX
BOTOX Cosmetic is a safe, effective treatment for reducing the appearance of frown lines, forehead lines, and crow's feet. These lines are caused by excessive contractions of the facial musculature. This activity is reduced by BOTOX Cosmetic injections, resulting in a more relaxed appearance.
How does BOTOX work?
BOTOX is a toxin which blocks the signal from the nerve to the muscle. This prevents contraction of the muscles which cause dynamic wrinkles.
What can I expect during the procedure? Is it painful?
After consultation and discussion of the patient goals, injections are performed by a Board Certified dermatologist using the smallest needles possible. You may experience a mild pinch, but the discomfort will go away momentarily. In some circumstances a numbing cream can be used to reduce the discomfort.
What can I expect after the treatment?
Immediately after treatment, you may experience mild bumps but these will rapidly smooth. Although you may notice improvement after 2-3 days, most patients need 7-10 days to see ideal results.
How long will treatment last?
Most treatments last 3 months however, longer results have been noted. The response does not stop dramatically but rather fades over a period of time.
Will need to do this forever?
Studies show that patients who are treated continuously for 18-24 months require fewer injections in the future.
Am I an ideal candidate?
If you are concerned about unwanted wrinkles, you may be an ideal candidate. So, please consult with a member of our staff soon.
Juvederm
Juvederm is a synthetically-produced version of the body's natural connective tissue material called hyaluronic acid. Over time, the body's own hyaluronic acid is lost, creating the appearance of wrinkles. Treatment with Juvederm can fill in these wrinkles and restore a more youthful appearance. Juvederm may also be used for lip augmentation. The procedure takes approximately 10-15 minutes and results usually last for 6 months.
How does Juvederm work?
Over time, the body's own hyaluronic acid moves or is lost, creating the appearance of wrinkles. Treatment with Juvederm can fill in these wrinkles and restore a more youthful appearance. Juvederm may also be used for lip augmentation.
What can I expect during the procedure? Is it painful?
After consultation and discussion of the patient goals patients are lightly anesthetized with a topical cream. Injections are performed by a Board Certified dermatologist. You may experience a mild pinch, but the discomfort will go away momentarily as the products contain anesthesia. The procedure takes approximately 10-15 minutes
What can I expect after the treatment?
Immediately after treatment, you may experience numbness, mild swelling or bruising but these symptoms with improve rapidly in the first few hours and days.
How long treatment last?
Most treatments last 6-9 months however, longer results have been noted. The response does not stop dramatically but rather fades over a period of time.
Will I need to do this forever?
Studies show that patients who are treated with two treatments in the first 9 months show a durable response for up to 18 months.
Am I an ideal candidate?
If you are concerned about unwanted wrinkles, you may be an ideal candidate. So, please consult with a member of our staff soon.
Skin Rejuvenation
Skin rejuvenation offers the opportunity to refine your appearance; making your skin look and feel more healthy and attractive. It can reduce wrinkles, scars, acne marks, pores, sun spots, loose skin, damaged blood vessels and blotches. Skin texture and color can also be improved.
How does skin rejuvenation work?
Thanks to the latest technological advances these treatments are more effective and less invasive than the past. A gentle pulse of light is emitted directly into the skin targeting red or brown pigment leaving the skin with a smooth texture and more even complexion. The treatments are a safe, effective and popular way to improve the skin of face, neck, arms and hands.
What can I expect during the procedure? Is it painful?
Before treatment the skin will be prepared. Then, a Board Certified dermatologist will scan the area with a hand-piece emitting gentle pulses. You may experience a mild stinging or snap, but the discomfort will go away momentarily. Treatment will last for a few minutes and then you’ll be able to resume your daily activities.
What can I expect after the treatment?
Immediately after treatment, you may experience mild flushing and darkening of some spots but this will quickly improve. Nearly all patients return to normal activities in 2-3 days. Red and brown spots will typically fade or peel in 7-10. Sun avoidance is necessary for a few weeks after treatment.
How many treatments will I need?
Most patients will notice significant improvement after 1 treatment however in some cases several treatments are necessary to provide optimal results. A test spot may also be necessary for individuals with darker skin types.
How long will treatment last?
Over time, you may notice some changes that require maintenance treatments however; daily sunscreen usage can help limit this need.
What body areas can be treated?
Most areas, except those directly around the eyes, can be effectively treated.
Am I an ideal candidate?
If you are concerned about wrinkles, scars, acne marks, pores, sun spots, loose skin, damaged blood vessels and blotches, chances are you are an ideal candidate. So, please consult with a member of our staff today.
Laser Hair Removal
For many men and women, unwanted hair can be embarrassing and bothersome. Getting rid of this hair can be inconvenient, expensive and unpleasant. Worse than that, the methods may only be temporarily effective. Now, you no longer need to fuss with tweezers, razors, wax, depilatories or painful electrolysis. This advanced approach provides the ultimate long-term solution for men and women alike.
How does Hair Removal work?
A gentle pulse of light is emitted directly into the hair follicle. The hair follicle absorbs the light energy, which destroys the follicles ability to re-grow hair. The energy is selectively absorbed in the follicle, so there is no damage to your skin. Since several follicles are treated at once, this method is ideal for all areas of the body including your back, shoulders, under arms, legs, bikini line and face.
What can I expect during the procedure? Is it painful?
To prepare you should clip or shave (but not the pluck, wax or thread) the areas you want to treat prior to your arrival. The treatment will start by preparing the skin. Then, a Board Certified dermatologist will scan the area with a hand-piece emitting gentle pulses. You may experience a mild stinging or snap, but the discomfort will go away momentarily. Treatment will last for a few minutes and then you’ll be able to resume your daily activities.
What can I expect after the treatment?
Immediately after treatment, you may experience mild flushing but this will quickly improve. Within a few days you’ll never know you had any treatment done, except for the lack of hair. Your skin will feel smooth and silky.
How many treatments will I need?
Usually 3 monthly treatments provide optimal results. However, individual results may vary depending on the density hairs, hair color, texture and growth cycle of area being treated. A test spot may also be necessary for individuals with darker skin types.
Will the hair grow back?
Over time, you may notice some re-growth that requires maintenance treatments however the majority of hairs are gone for good.
Am I an ideal candidate?
If you are concerned about unwanted hair, chances are you and ideal candidate. So, please consult with a member of our staff today.
Sclerotherapy for Leg Veins
Sclerotherapy is the injection of a sclerosing agent into unwanted veins to reduce or eliminate their appearance. Over a series of visits, significant improvements may be achieved.
How does Sclerotherapy work?
Sclerotherapy is performed with hypertonic saline which causes irritation of the veins and decrease of blood flow which reduces or eliminates the appearance of these veins
What can I expect during the procedure? Is it painful?
After consultation and discussion of the patient goals, injections are performed by a Board Certified dermatologist using the smallest needles possible individual veins are injected. You may experience a mild pinch or burn but this resolves quickly. The areas will be wrapped after treatment.
What can I expect after the treatment?
Immediately after treatment, you may experience mild tenderness or bruising but these will rapidly smooth.
How long treatment last?
Most damaged blood vessels will not return but patients who develop these lesions are prone to develop more in the future
Am I an ideal candidate?
If you are concerned about unwanted veins, you may be an ideal candidate. So, please consult with a member of our staff soon.
Skin tag removal
Skin tags are small skin growths that often develop around the neck, underarms, and other skin folds. These may rub against jewelry, become injured while shaving, or simply appear undesirable. We can remove skin tags under safe, sterile conditions with minimal discomfort.
What can I expect during the procedure? Is it painful?
You may experience a mild pinch, but the discomfort will go away momentarily. In some circumstances a numbing can be used to reduce the discomfort.
What can I expect after the treatment?
Immediately after treatment, you may experience mild redness or bruising but these spots will heal rapidly in several days.
How long treatment last?
The tags that are removed are gone but people who develop them any develop more in the future.
Am I an ideal candidate?
If you are bothered by these growths then you are probably an ideal candidate to have them removed. So, please consult with a member of our staff soon.
