Meso needling is a treatment similar to micro needling but during and after the treatment specific cocktails are used and the depth of needles target mesoderm layer in the skin to produce more specific treatment with better results. This treatment aims to stimulate collagen production and renewal for smoother, more youthful looking skin. It’s used to treat fine lines, pigmentation, acne scarring and stretch marks.
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Meso needling downtime
Skin irritation can be expected for the first day or two after the meso needling procedure. but this will subside quickly. Patients will also see some redness in the skin over the first two or three days. skin will need time to heal, so it’s important to avoid any activity that can cause sweating, which can result in inflammation.
It’s also a good idea to keep out of direct sunlight following the treatment, since heat and UV exposure can also trigger further irritation. Patients will start to notice some degree of improvement in the skin right away, and results will gradually become more apparent in the weeks following treatment.
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Benefits
Meso needling stimulates the body’s natural wound healing processes, resulting in cell turnover and increased collagen and elastin production, therefore reversing as well as preventing signs of aging, moreover it enhances penetration of skincare ingredients.
It can also have a positive effect on hyper-pigmentation as well as on hypo-pigmentation. Disfiguring scars, especially acne scars, can many times also be improved. New collagen fibres elevate any depressed scar tissue. An improved blood supply (neo-angiogenesis) into the previous fibrotic scar tissue also harmonises and blends the pigmentation with the periphery skin.
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Side effects
Generally the treated areas recover rapidly from skin needling. However there are occasional side effects, which include:
Mesotherapy combines a bespoke cocktail of powerful vitamins, which are injected into the lower layers of the skin using a meso device with one needle, whereas microneedling gently moves multiple microscopic needles over the face to cause miniscule puncture marks, activating the production of collagen and elastin.
Scar subcision is a special type of acne treatment that is best suited for those who have very deep “rolling” acne scars. Basically, after the injection of some local anesthetic, a needle is inserted under the scarred area and moved back and forth, breaking up the scar tissue. This releases the overlying skin and generally decreases the depth of the scar depressions.
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Subcision vs Microneedling
It is a simple procedure, the main disadvantage being that the procedure must be repeated multiple times under each of the depressed areas that is being targeted. Scar subcision does work on “ice pick” type scars, however for these “rolling” scar depressions it is an ideal treatment.
Most people notice significant improvement; however those who experience the best results are probably those who combine this procedure with another treatment modality such as micro needling.
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Technique
Both subcision and microneedling improve the appearance of scars by creating wounds in an effort to break up scar tissue and trigger collagen regrowth. Microneedling involves the use of a microneedling pen with several small needles that glide across the skin at different depths and speeds. Subcision is achieved with one larger gauge needle that is injected into scars at different angles and depths to break up scar tissue.
The mechanism of subcising deeper scar tissue also seems to be more effective than that of microneedling. It often takes fewer subcision treatments than microneedling treatments to achieve comparable improvement of depressed scars. Microneedling needles are limited to penetrating at best 2.5 mm beneath the skin surface, while subcision allows the freedom to penetrate deeper into the dermis to reach deeper dermal scars. This treatment also creates larger channels within the scar tissue, which create more space for collagen regrowth, while microneedling does not.
This technique is an excellent treatment for rolling or boxcar-type acne scars, which often have fibrous attachments holding the base of the scar down to the underlying deeper tissue. After the surrounding skin is anaesthetised, a small needle is carefully inserted under the skin to sever and release these attachments beneath the scar.
During the healing process, collagen remodelling occurs and new collagen is laid down beneath the scar, further improving the smoothness of the skin. Occasionally a filler substance (hyaluronic acid) can also be injected under the scars after the procedure, to make the scar look less visible and to produce further enhancement.
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Side effects
Subcision is the gold standard for treating depressed scars. When doing this procedure, the area needs to be marked and then anesthetized.The numbing is often the most difficult part as it is uncomfortable. Postoperatively bruising is the most common side effect.
Also, the insertion site of the needle or blade used to perform the subcision may create a scar in itself which will resolve after few weeks.lumpiness and redness may occur over the area that may be due to hematoma or hard fibrous scar tissue which forms after any skin trauma but as more elastin cells form skin will soften and the lump will flaten out.
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cost
In most cases acne scares need two procedure in one session for example a combination of subcision and micro needling may perform for deep scars and the cost will be individualized for each case.
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This procedure must be done only by trained doctors. It requires a lot of training to master this technique. Patients are advised to avoid anti-inflammatory medications, blood thinning medications (that can cause bruising after the treatment) and naturopathic treatments a week before and after the procedure.
Subcision with the Cannula appears to be a safe method with high efficacy in the treatment and high satisfaction in patients as we observed an interesting cure rate (more than 50% after 2 sessions). It demonstrates to be a safe procedure because it performed by single perforation in each side instead of multiple perforations that helps to reduce the patients’ pain and risk of scars. In other hand Cannula-based Subcision needs considerable fewer sessions of surgery and also less recovery time.
Subcision Recovery Time
There is some minor downtime associated with this treatment, and patients are advised to avoid strenuous activities for 48 hours following the procedure. Side effects may include bruising and swelling on the treatment area.
The results are permanent and are usually noticeable after 2-3 treatments, but this may vary from patient to patient. Treatment may also be combined with micro needling, Fractional CO2 laser or PRP (platelet rich plasma) therapy for optimum results.
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Injecting acne scars and nasolabial or marionette lines with fillers or person’s own fat can be a very satisfying procedure with relatively minimal downtime. However, because scars and skin septae may tether down the skin, some of these indented scars cannot be smoothed out with filler alone.
Benefits of filler
Because the center portion of the indented acne scar is tethered down with collagen fibers, the filler tends to extrude around the tethered area to create a “doughnut effect.” In other words, the indentation barely improves, and the edges of the acne scar become filled and rise up higher, worsening the overall appearance.
In these cases, some subcision is helpful in untethering the collagen fibers to allow the filler to lift up the central portion of the indented scar. Without subcision, the filler does not have enough “hydraulic” pressure to push out the indentation. This technique allows patients to experience the benefits of therapy with relatively little recovery time.
A Vampire Facial(VF) or PRP facial, combines microneedling (also known as collagen-induction therapy) with topical application of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) derived from your own blood.
This skin rejuvenation treatment creates an overall improvement to skin texture and tone. It can also reduce scars (including acne scars), correct hyperpigmentation, tighten lax skin, smooth fine lines, and minimize the appearance of large pores.
All therapies that involve the use of PRP require micro-needling. This is a process that uses tiny needles that puncture the outer layer of the dermis. This is done on the parts of the face that naturally slow the production of collagen and elastin. Once inside, the PRP helps the proteins heal, ultimately making them produce new cells at a much faster pace.
Moreover, since it’s a non-surgical procedure that is minimally invasive, there are no long-term scarring risks and actually helps to minimize any previous scars.
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vampire facial benefits
The treatment is fast (typically taking less than an hour) and requires little downtime.
The Vampire Facial maintains a high Worth It Rating on RealSelf, with many members praising their results, especially after multiple treatment sessions.
It’s suitable for all skin tones and types. Still, to minimize the risk of hyperpigmentation, providers may more shallowly microneedle and/or pretreat patients who have olive or brown skin tones.
There’s little chance of an allergic reaction, since PRP comes from your own blood. In a review of 16 studies on PRP for skin rejuvenation, no adverse events were reported.
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VF facial cost
The price you pay will depend on the experience level of your provider, their practice location and technique, and whether you combine your facial with any other procedures.
Most providers recommend more than one treatment for optimal results, which could raise your overall price, too.
VF Side Effects
It’s important to be aware of the side effects of the Vampire Facial before undergoing the treatment. While it’s a relatively safe process, there are minimal side effects that may occur. These include redness, sensitivity, itching, bruising, and swelling. There are no serious side effects associated with the Vampire Facial.
VF after care
Do not touch your skin for at least 6 hours. Allow the serum to remain on your skin so it can continue to work.
You can rinse your face the next morning with lukewarm water, but avoid using any cleansers that can cause harm. Wash your hands with soap before touching the skin.
Gently pat dry taking special care not to rub the skin. You may sense that the skin is firmer than usual. But, over the next few days up to 2 weeks, it will soften and regain a supple, smooth feel.
While the discomfort should settle within 24 hours, if you continue to feel pain, take a Tylenol. Do not take anti-inflammatory or any other medications without checking with the doctor.
Use an ice pack to calm the swelling, but place a thin cloth between the pack and your skin. Avoid direct contact and time the applications at 5-minute intervals.
For the next 2 days, sleep on your back with your head elevated. In this way, you can lower the swelling and bruising.
As part of the aftercare for Vampire facial, do not use any exfoliating or any other harsh agents on your skin for at least 72 hours. But, you can use a non-chemical, organic moisturizer that is gentle. If your dermatologist recommends it, you can use hyaluronic acid to moisturize and nourish your skin
A TCA peel ( trichloroacetic acid ) is a chemical skin peel. The depth of skin peeled during the treatment can be adjusted according to the strength of the acid used (15%, 20%, 25% etc.)
A TCA peel above 10% is a medical grade peel and should not be performed by non medically-qualified individuals. This is because it is a medium-depth to deep peel (depending on the strength of acid used) meaning it has the capability to pass beyond the epidermis (the outermost layer of skin) and even potentially to the top of the papillary dermis (part of the dermis; the next layer of skin after the epidermis). It is therefore a procedure that should be performed in a controlled environment, by trained medical professionals (a nurse or doctor).
It will help improve shallow wrinkles and help to smooth the skin. There will be new collagen (the protein which gives skin its firmness) formed within the treated skin. Superficial pigmentation can also be tackled with TCA. Even abnormal cells within the superficial layers that may go on to form serious problems in the future (actinic keratoses etc) can be effectively removed with the appropriate concentration of TCA.
How many TCA peels are needed to see results?
If a stronger TCA peel is performed (20% – 25%, or a combined TCA peel) results will be immediate after one session. Weaker strengths may require a course of 3-4, followed by maintenance every few months.
Is a TCA peel a one-time solution?
Environmental factors such as UV damage, dehydration and pollutants are a constant strain on your skin. Therefore, performing a procedure like this only once is like going to the gym only once. TCA peels are a slightly heavier procedure and should be performed (depending on strength) a couple of times a year for optimal benefits. If a mild TCA is used, perhaps 3-4 times a year.
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Are TCA peels safe? (for all skin types)
TCA is a medical grade product and is safe if used by appropriately trained hands. As with any procedure, there are potential side effects, such as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, prolonged redness, cold sore virus infection, post-procedure contact irritant dermatitis, and even infection and scarring. But if used by trained medical professionals, these risks are minimal. Remember, this is a medical procedure, not a beauty salon procedure.
Are chemical peels such as TCA only beneficial for people with problem skin?
No, TCA peels are beneficial for all types of skin. However, caution must be used when applying TCA to darker skin types and the treatment should only be carried out by a doctor in this case. The act of peeling the skin on a regular basis encourages new cell turnover and in the long-term brings about a process known as ‘neocollagenesis’ and collagen remodelling. In short, this means your skin will be tighter, smoother, free of pigmentation and have a healthy glow. An appropriate at-home skincare regime can be used to maintain the results. Topical retinoids such as 0.3% or 0.5% retinol, or retinaldehyde, work well to continue the benefits of peeling.
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How many TCA peels are needed to remove acne scars?
TCA peels are beneficial for mild boxcar acne scarring, or mild rolling scars. Ice pick scars need a special type of medical procedure called TCA CROSS. TCA peels will lead to a mild improvement in acne scar, but for substantial improvement of acne scars, more invasive procedures such as laser resurfacing are required. It is important to remember that acne scarring is tough to treat and virtually impossible to completely remove; it can only be improved. Managing acne effectively in its early stages can help prevent scarring.
Profhilo is an injectable anti-ageing treatment made from hyaluronic acid for skin that is losing its elasticity and firmness with age. It can be used on the face, neck, decollete, arms, hands and knees, or any part of your body where the skin shows visible signs of ageing. There is an immediately noticeable improvement in skin tone, hydration as well as firmness, and lines are minimized.
Is profhilo safer than fillers?
Profhilo is formulated, tested, and produced by IBSA Pharma, which is a clinical beauty leader in Switzerland. Patented, cutting-edge technology is used to bind the low and high-molecular weight HA together. With increased stability, the compounds last for much longer inside your skin and are less likely to degrade.
Unique characteristics of the product are: natural HA with a duration comparable to a low cross-linked gel, high HA concentration (64mg/2ml), high manageability, extensive spreadability, low viscosity, no BDDE or other chemical agents, and low inflammatory response.
Not all hyaluronic acid is the same. Profhilo combines low-molecular weight HA with high-molecular weight HA, which gives your skin twice the benefit. The pure-grade hyaluronic acid injections are lab-made through bio-fermentation unlike any other product on the market. In fact, every 2ml prefilled syringe has the highest concentration of HA available, totaling 64mg per dose.
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Profhilo Treatment
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance produced in our body, found in skin, joints and other connective tissue. Its role is to retain moisture in the body and aid collagen production. It can hold 1000 times its weight in water which makes it ideal for binding moisture in the skin. With age, however, hyaluronic acid production slows and the skin looks duller and dehydrated, with fine lines and wrinkles forming.
Profhilo contains one of the highest concentrations of stabilised hyaluronic acid on the market. Because it is thermally bonded and not chemically bonded it acts as a hydrator not a filler. It is injected just underneath the surface of the skin where it disperses quickly and reacts with your own tissue to instantly boost hydration. Over the next four weeks phase two kick in as it goes to work boosting elastin and collagen production. This effectively remodels the skin and giving it a plumper, smoother and firmer appearance.
Due to its gel like consistency Profhilo distributes smoothly and evenly without the formation of any lumps – a potential risk with traditional fillers. This means it can be used on areas which are difficult to treat with traditional fillers, such as the neck and forehead.
Profhilo treatment benefits
Most skin care treatments that have proven to be effective usually involve a surgical process. Most of these treatments are not only critical but expensive as well. The Profhilo treatment, however, is excellent for your face and skin since it is non-surgical. Even though it is a non-surgical treatment, the results are worthwhile and have always been highly effective. This implies that Profhilo treatment is convenient for everyone and does not have any major side-effects.
For anyone undergoing the problem of skin laxity, the Profhilo Treatment is known for its commendable performance in treating it. The treatment processes in a manner where collagen and elastin fibers are remodeled on the dermal matrix and counteract skin laxity instantly. This means that you would not have to experience skin laxity since this treatment would tighten your skin and make it appear as fresh as ever.
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Indications
The Profhilo treatment offers a solution to numerous skin problems that we deal with, on a daily basis. For people who get wrinkles, crepiness, or loose skin, this treatment has proven to be exemplary. It removes wrinkles from your skin and makes it appear clear, spotless, and flawless. By tightening your skin, it lifts it and makes you look younger and fresher.
Most people face issues on specific parts of their face, such as under eye wrinkles, crepey cheeks, or fine lines that surround the eyes. For instance, most smokers have smoker lines as well as fine lines that form around their mouth. The Profhilo treatment is excellent in targeting these areas and it ensures that each area is fully treated. Apart from this, it also caters to the needs of your neck or hands by tightening them and making them appear smooth as ever.
Not only does the Profhilo treatment remove unwanted marks or dents from your skin but it also improves its texture by softening it. Moreover, Profhilo treatment is an ideal strategy to improve your skin tone. It cleans your skin by removing oils and burns you have had previously and improves your skin tone by exposing your original skin color. Overall, this treatment clears your skin, your skin tone, and the texture of your skin.
The Profhilo Treatment does wonders for your skin by restoring radiance, increasing its firmness and elasticity, and rehydrating it. It makes you feel fresh and young.
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Profhilo injection points
The injection process for Profhilo has been carefully designed and clinically tested for maximum efficiency and client comfort. Each pre-filled syringe is carefully injected deeply into the dermis. Following the Bolus technique, the physician slowly and smoothly releases the Profhilo serum with very little tissue distension or irritation.
Because of its low viscosity, the serum could also be extracted with a 29G needle, if necessary. The existing, limited advice to simply insert a syringe directly into the problem wrinkle or sagging skin has been re-imagined. Profhilo injections are carefully mapped on the face with bio-aesthetic points (BAP).
What is Bio-Aesthetic points (BAP) technique?
Bio-Aesthetic points (BAP) are anatomically-receptive and spread across the entire malar and sub-malar areas. With this unique method, the injection points support progressive diffusion across the widest sections of the face through sub-dermal patterns. As a result, maximum results can be achieved with fewer syringes and, by default – less discomfort.
The BAP method includes a total of 10 injections, which are spread evenly across the face with five on each side. Each syringe is pre-filled with 64mg of stabilized hyaluronic acid serum; no other treatment option compares with Profhilo’s record-breaking concentration. All 10 injections can be administered within a few minutes, which supports better client retention to follow up with treatment sessions. Many anti-wrinkle treatment options are being advertised as ‘lunch-time procedures’ and Profhilo is still faster than most.
Profhilo vs Ultherapy
Profhilo can be paired with other aesthetic treatments such as Ultherapy, HIFU, lasers, fillers and Botox, however it is recommended to schedule these procedures four weeks apart from your Profhilo appointments.
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What are risks, downsides, and contraindications?
There is no known risk associated with Profhilo. The 10-point bio aesthetic point technique is away from the major vessels and the injection plane of deep dermis is also away from the vessels.
Minor skin blebs common with injections usually disappear within a day. Similar to any dermal filler, pregnant and lactating people, folks sensitive to hyaluronic acid and those with autoimmune diseases should seek medical advice beforehand.
What is mesotherapy under the eyes? Mesotherapeutic cocktail consists of hyaluronic acid, vitamins, anti-oxidants, as well as other active substances which have effect on microcirculation. The treatment improves the appearance of under-eye area, diminishes the fine lines around eyes, and reduces the dark circles and tired look.
This treatment for underneath the eyes takes around thirty minutes and involves injecting small quantities of the tailored cocktail into the desired area. Furthermore, Mesotherapy has no side effects, and the treatment is compatible with other treatments such as PRF, PRP, or botulinum toxins.
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Benefits of mesotherapy under eyes?
Reducing wrinkles and fine lines;
Reducing dark circles;
Brightening the eye area;
Reducing puffiness and under-eye bags;
Reducing tired look.
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How many Mesotherapy for under Eyes?
In some cases, you can even see results after just one treatment. You can do it whenever you feel you need a boost. This said, results also depend on the individual needs. Some will see results after just one session, though others will need to have two or more mesotherapy sessions before results are visible.
In general, we advise a course of up to 3 treatments at regular intervals for best results. Additionally, you can have an annual top-up treatment to optimise the outcome underneath the eyes.
How long does mesotherapy under the eyes last?
Like with any treatment, results can vary from person to person. In general, though, with a course of 4-6 treatments, you can expect results to last 12 to 18 months after the recommended course of treatment is completed.
What results can I expect from mesotherapy?
The delicate skin underneath your eyes will feel tighter and look healthier, brighter, and rejuvenated.
Results appear usually after a course of six treatments and increase over time with new collagen and elastin forming. The effects are long-lasting and typically last around 12 months. In some cases, you can see results after just one treatment, however, a course of up to 4-6 treatments at regular intervals is recommended for best results. Then we also advise having one or two annual top-up treatments to sustain the outcome underneath the eyes.
Downtime
There is usually no downtime for this treatment. This means that you can safely and comfortably return to your daily routine immediately post-treatment with Mesotherapy. This said, the under-eyes area is very delicate and you might have slight bruises. However, this should dissipate and nothing to be concerned about.
Side Effects
More prevalent side effects that result from mesotherapy include the appearance of bruises and swelling at the site where the treatment was performed. You may also experience some itching in these locations, however the swelling will most likely be seen as small, raised bumps and they should not be painful to touch. These lumps should subside within a couple of days. Arnica cream resolve bruising faster.
Kenalog’s active ingredient, Triamcinolone is a steroid medicine that is used to treat many different types of inflammatory conditions, including severe allergic reactions, skin disorders, severe colitis, inflammation of the joints or tendons, blood cell disorders, inflammatory eye disorders, lung disorders, and problems caused by low adrenal gland hormones. Kenalog injection is also used to treat certain skin disorders such as cystic acne, hypertrophic scars and alopecia.
Kenalog is a medication that has strong anti-inflammatory properties. When this is injected into the acne, it automatically reduces the redness and inflammation and flattens the lesion, so the skin begins to heal instantly. Unlike topical steroids, these injections reduce the chance of thinning the skin surface and remedy the issue faster.
During the treatment, the cyst will be cleaned before injections are administered through a very fine needle so there is minimal discomfort during treatment. Patients may ask for a topical numbing cream to ensure optimal comfort. The session takes a few minutes and there is no downtime. Patients can receive these injections every 4-8 weeks if needed.
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Kenalog injection for scars
Keloids and hypertrophic scars can be treated with Kenalog Scar Treatment (triamcinolone acetonide), a specially formulated anti-inflammatory injection that reduces inflammation of raised scars. The medication causes the scar to shrink and flatten and, in some cases, even lightens darker scar tissue.
Kenalog injections are a popular non-surgical option and often the first-line option for treating these scars. The treatment may significantly improve raised scars, reducing their size, swelling, itching, redness and tenderness.
Kenalog injections for scar treatment are generally given in a series, usually several weeks apart, depending on the patient and the size and type of the scar. The total number of injections required will be determined on a case-by-case basis by your treatment provider.
How long does it take for kenalog injection to work on?
You will notice improvements of the scar several weeks or longer after the first injection, although some results might be seen within a few days. The speed at which results are realized will differ from patient to patient depending on the scar. In addition, newer raised scars tend to be more receptive than older scars.
Alopecia Areata is considered an autoimmune disease that affects 1% of the population. It usually presents with an oval patch or multiple confluent patches of asymptomatic nonscarring alopecia. Twenty percent of cases may proceed to alopecia totalis, affecting the entire scalp. One percent may go on to alopecia totalis, affecting all body hairs, including eyebrows and eyelashes. The disease frequently resolves spontaneously within 1 year. Recurrences, however, are common. Severe disease has less of a tendency to resolve on its own, especially in children or atopic individuals. Frequently, fingernails may show dystrophic changes such as pitting, ridging, and thinning of the nail plate.
Alopecia Areata
Treatment depends on the extent of the disease, and the age of the patient. For small patchy disease, intralesional corticosteroid is the treatment of choice. Kenalog suspension 5 mg per mL is injected with a 30-guage needle directly into the patches with tiny injections of 0.1 mL each spread over affected areas. The total amount should not exceed 10 mg of triamcinolone acetonide per visit. Injections are repeated every 4 to 6 weeks. Other options include topical minoxidil, anthralin, and steroid.
Acne scars treatment: Acne scars are permanent textural changes and indentations that occur on the skin because of severe acne. As the bumps and lumps of active acne come and go, it often leaves our skin red, irritated, inflamed and uneven.
Dermabrasion
Dermabrasion remove the epidermis with or without the dermis and significantly define scar edges. It’s effective for well-defined scars with distinct borders and broad-based scars with indistinct borders, but not for icepick or deep boxcar scars.
Skin peeling
Chemical peels can treat small depressed scars. Medium-depth peels result in moderate clinical improvement of 51-75 percent clearance, but controlling peel depth is difficult.
Acne scar types
Microneedling
Microneedling skin pricks eventually lead to collagen production, making skin smoother and improving rolling acne scars. It’s also advantageous because it keeps the epidermis in tact. Full results appear within 8-12 months. This treatment option also enables the skin to absorb topical agents to improve cosmetic results.
Acne scars treatment subcision
Scar subcision is a special type of acne treatment that is best suited for those who have very deep “rolling” acne scars. Subcision releases the overlying skin and generally decreases the depth of the scar depressions. Scar subcision does work on “ice pick” type scars, however for these “rolling” scar depressions it is an ideal treatment. Most people notice significant improvement; however those who experience the best results are probably those who combine this procedure with another treatment modality such as micro needling.
Nanofat acne scars
Nanofat grafting refers to the very small particles of fat that are specifically filtered and emulsified and used for areas to be injected, in this process the harvested fat filtered and emulsified to obtain nano-particles.This emulsion contain high percentage of stem cells,endothelial cells, monocytes, macrophages and granulocytes which activation of stem cells increases collagen production. During processing and filtering harvested materials many fat cells die (cell apoptosis). Nanofat grafting has been shown to have beneficial effects in the treatment of scars, wrinkles, and skin discolorations.
Nanofat grafting article written by Dr. Mosaferian
A chemical peel is a technique used to improve the appearance of the skin on the face, neck or hands. A chemical solution is applied to the skin that causes it to exfoliate and eventually peel off. The new, regenerated skin is usually smoother and less wrinkled than the old skin. The new skin is also temporarily more sensitive to the sun. There are three basic types of chemical peels:
Superficial or lunchtime chemical peel: Alpha-hydroxy acid or another mild acid is used to penetrate only the outer layer of skin to gently exfoliate it. The treatment is used to improve the appearance of mild skin discoloration and rough skin as well as to refresh the face, neck, chest or hands.
Medium peel: Glycolic or trichloroacetic acid is applied to penetrate the out and middle layers of skin to remove damaged skin cells. The treatment is used to improve age spots, fine lines and wrinkles, freckles and moderate skin discoloration. It also can be used to smooth rough skin and treat some precancerous skin growths, i.e. actinic keratosis.
Deep peel: Tricholoracetic acid or phenol is applied to deeply penetrate the middle layer of skin to remove damaged skin cells. The treatment removes moderate lines, age spots, freckles and shallow scars. Patients will see a dramatic improvement in skin.
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Chemical peel vs. Microdermabrasion
With the ever-broadening range of skin refining techniques available today, it is understandable that consumers often feel confused as to which technique will best meet their needs. Patients commonly wonder about the respective benefits of chemical peels and microdermabrasion.
The most salient difference between chemical peels and microdermabrasion is that microdermabrasion is a non-chemical procedure, and attacks imperfections by actually “sanding” flaws from the skin surface. While treatment plans for microdermabrasion and mild chemical peels such as glycolic acid chemical peels are similar, more advanced chemical peels require only one session. However, deep chemical peels such as the phenol peel also require much more recovery time than microdermabrasion and the more mild peels. Also unlike microdermabrasion, deep chemical peels change the actual pigmentation of the skin through bleaching. Because of this, patients with naturally darker complexions may be better candidates for microdermabrasion.
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Chemical Peels vs. Laser Skin Resurfacing
The benefits and drawbacks of laser skin resurfacing vs. chemical peels are slightly more difficult to ascertain, due to the relatively new nature of the laser resurfacing procedure. However, many doctors claim that the improvement to patients’ skin after laser skin resurfacing is essentially equivalent to that seen with chemical peels and microdermabrasion. Lasers do allow doctors to target specific flaws and imperfections with much more precision than chemical peels.
Chemical peels side effects
All patients will have a recuperation period, the length of which depends upon the depth of the peel. Deep peels can result in substantial periods of healing on the order of weeks. Deep peels generally require extensive local anesthesia, conscious sedation, and occasionally general anesthesia, which carries its own risks. The risks, side effects, and complications of chemical peels include scarring, infection, reactivation of herpes simplex infections, and a substantial contrast in coloration of the treated skin.
Mesotherapy prices will vary and depends on the size of the area treated and amount of product used.For example mesotherapy for hair loss needs different techniques and various cocktails in comparison with face mesotherapy, consequently the prices will be different for each patient.
Meso face
mesotherapy can be applied on the face to prevent and treat signs of aging and rejuvenate the entire area, bringing out a natural glow that will catch everyone’s eye.Treatment provides the skin with a special cocktail of nutrients such as hyaluronic acid, vitamins, minerals and amino-acids to boost its appearance significantly.
As a result, your face regains its natural elasticity, shape and glow. Since this non-invasive treatment replenishes naturally-occurring substances required by the skin to rehydrate and repair imperfections, the results are quick and long-lasting.
Facial mesotherapy is a great option for women and men of all ages looking to restore the health and look of their face and neck.
mesotherapy under eyes swelling
There is usually no downtime for this treatment. This means that you can safely and comfortably return to your daily routine immediately post-treatment with Mesotherapy. This said, the under-eyes area is very delicate and you might have slight bruises and swelling. However, this should dissipate and nothing to be concerned about.
meso cost for hair loss
Mesotherapy is an alternative treatment that helps to cure baldness in both males and females by reducing hair loss, promoting hair growth and slowing male pattern baldness. It is a process which regulates the proteins, vitamins and other nutrient levels and growth factors in the scalp of the patient suffering from balding. This is done by injecting in the least painful way, nutrient boosters in the scalp with the help of an injection gun to aid in the nourishing and hydrating of the scalp.
This also includes initiating cell metabolism, eliminating infections and promoting and accelerating hair growth, improving blood circulation in the scalp and strengthening and reviving the hair follicles to help create dense, voluminous, strong, long and healthy tresses. This is a comparatively faster treatment than its counterparts as it helps to gradually restore hormonal balance and neutralizes the effects of DHT hormone leading to accelerated growth of new hair strands.
Meso hair sessions
Usually a minimum of 10 sessions is required to stimulate hair growth. We recommend starting with an intensive course of treatments every 2 weeks for the first 2-3 months. The frequency then gradually decreases and the results of hair rejuvenation become evident already after 2-3 months. In order to keep the results maintenance treatments are needed generally once every 2 to 3 months.
Mesotherapy under the eyes
mesotherapy double chin
A double chin is the accumulation of subcutaneous fat around the neck giving it a chubby appearance. The skin around the neck sags down and creates a wrinkle making it look like a second chin.
It is most common in elderly or obese people. Even a person with an average weight can have a double chin as it primarily depends upon bone structure, amount of loose skin and even amount of fat cells in that region. Mesotherapy is a quick and easy method to get rid of double chin. This technique involves injecting fat dissolving solution to the area. No hospitalization is required for the treatment.
