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Anti-Aging/Anti-Wrinkle Treatments Radiesse is an injectable filler made from synthetic calcium hydroxylapatite that may be used to improve the appearance of facial lines and to enhance the lips. Radiesse is commonly used to treat deeper wrinkles including nasolabial folds and marionette lines. Good candidates for Radiesse treatment include men and women who are physically healthy, realistic in their expectations and looking to improve the appearance of facial wrinkles or add fullness to the lips. Radiesse injections are typically performed in a surgeon’s office-based facility and may take anywhere from fifteen minutes to forty minutes to complete. A local or topical anesthetic may be applied to the treatment area and then the Radiesse is injected beneath the skin using a very fine needle. Patients may experience some mild swelling, redness or discomfort for the first few days after treatment. Nevertheless, recovery is minimal and patients are typically able to return to work and other activities right away. Radiesse produces an initial plumping of the skin during the first three months after treatment along with additional correction for up to twelve to eighteen months afterward as new tissue regenerates. There are few risks associated with Radiesse, though side effect of swelling, redness, pain, itching, discoloration or tenderness may occur. When used in the lips, there is a small risk of lumpiness. While the duration of results will vary, patients can generally expect Radiesse results to last twelve to eighteen months or longer. Restylane is an injectable filler comprised of non-animal, non-human manufactured hyaluronic acid. This clear gel filler can be used for facial contouring, lip enhancement, and to fill in wrinkles and lines. Good candidates for Restylane injections include men and women who are physically healthy, realistic in their expectations and looking to add fullness to the lips or improve the appearance of the facial skin. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not undergo Restylane treatment. The Restylane injection is typically performed in a surgeon’s office and takes between fifteen and thirty minutes to complete. Local anesthesia, topical anesthesia or a numbing agent may be used. During the procedure, the Restylane is injected in small amounts directly into the skin using a very fine needle. There is minimal discomfort and virtually no downtime. Though some swelling or redness may occur during the first few days after treatment, work and other normal activities can usually be resumed right away. Ice packs can help to minimize any irritation that patients experience. Exercise and alcohol consumption should be avoided for about six hours after treatment, and patients should avoid sunbathing and cold outdoor activities for about one week. Restylane treatment is associated with few complications, though side effects of swelling and redness may occur. The duration of results will vary, but patients can generally expect results to last about six months. Juvederm is a smooth gel injectable filler made of hyaluronic acid. It can be used to treat facial wrinkles ranging from fine lines like crow’s feet and peri-oral wrinkles to deeper lines like forehead wrinkles, glabellar lines, nasal furrows, cheek wrinkles, and naso-genian folds. Juvederm may also be used to treat acne scars and other facial imperfections, enhance the lips and contour the facial features. Juvederm comes in three concentrations: Juvederm 18, Juvederm 24 and Juvederm 24HV. Good candidates for Juvederm treatment include men and women who are physically healthy, realistic in their expectations and looking to improve the appearance of facial wrinkles or facial features or add fullness to the lips. Patients with severe allergies, particularly to bacterial proteins, may not be good candidates for Juvederm. The Juvederm injection is typically performed in a surgeon’s office and can take between five and thirty minutes to complete. Patients may first be given a topical anesthetic, local anesthetic or a nerve block. A very fine needle is used to inject the Juvederm directly into the skin, after which the treated area is then gently massaged to ensure even distribution. Patients may experience some redness, swelling or discomfort at the injection site for several days after treatment. Nevertheless, recovery is minimal and patients can commonly return to work and other activities right away. The results of Juvederm may last up to six months or longer. Botox Botox may be used to smooth lines of the upper face including frown lines, forehead lines and lines around the eyes, and to soften wrinkles of the neck. Botox works by relaxing the underlying muscles and provides a dramatic improvement for wrinkling of the upper face. It may also be used to decrease excess perspiration occurring in the underarms or on the palms of the hands. Click here to read more about Botox. We have nineteen years of experience in Collagen Replacement Therapy. Collagen is the only true way to replace lost or damaged collagen in the skin, effectively plump smile lines, softening facial lines and creating more beautiful lips. Collagen is not just injections, it's an art. Collagen injections are soft tissue fillers which replace lost or damaged collagen in the skin. They can be used to improve the appearance of facial lines including smile lines, laugh lines and crow’s feet. Collagen can also be used to add fullness to the lips and to improve the appearance of some scars. There are several different types of collagen. Zyderm and Zyplast are derived from purified cow skin, while Cymetra, CosmoDerm, CosmoPlast, Fascian and Autologan are derived from human tissue. Good candidates for collagen injections include men and women who are physically healthy, realistic in their expectations and looking to improve the appearance of facial lines or add fullness to the lips. The collagen injection procedure is typically performed in a surgeon’s office-based facility and, depending upon the number and size of areas treated, can take anywhere from fifteen minutes to an hour to complete. Anesthesia is not necessary, though a local anesthetic may be included with the injection. During the procedure, the collagen is injected directly beneath the skin using a fine needle. Patients may experience some temporary throbbing, stinging, redness, swelling, bruising or scabbing after injection. These side effects typically fade quickly and downtime is minimal, with patients commonly returning to work and other activities right away. There are few risks or complications associated with collagen. The main risk is that of allergic reaction, though abscesses, contour irregularities, infection, lumpiness, open sores, scarring and skin peeling may also occur. The duration of collagen injection results will vary though they typically last up to six months on average. Micropigmentation Commonly called tattooing', this involves the placement of colored pigment under the skin for cosmetic purposes. The procedure is performed in a medical environment under medical supervision by professionals who have years of experience. Local anesthesia is available for the procedure. A consultation is required and allergy testing is performed. We provide:
TCA Peels
Med Peel
Medical Strength Glycolic Acid Peel
Medical Strength Glycolic Facial
Salicylic Acid Peel
Arm/Hand/Body Area Peels Medical strength peels are different from spa/salon strength peels because of the type of peel solutions used. A deeper layer of skin is sometimes penetrated which may require a longer healing or recovery period. These deeper treatments may also be beneficial to deeper environmental damage and a faster result may be obtained. Most all skin types can benefit from maintenance peels of lesser strengths. Contact Dr. Mingrone to learn more about facial treatments or to schedule a consultation. |
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Anti-Aging & Wrinkle Treatments
