Cosmetic Dermatology
Botox is a protein that can be injected underneath the skin to relax targeted muscles and keep them from contracting. When this is done, it temporarily interrupts the passage of messengers from nerve to muscle. The benefits of the Botox Cosmetic treatment generally last between 3 and 4 months before needing to have more injections.
Our Botox Treatment in Augusta can be used to treat a variety of medical conditions such as hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), strabismus (crossed eyes), blepharospasm (eyelid twitching) and migraine headaches, just to name a few. However, the most common and sought after uses of Botox injections are for reducing lines and wrinkles on the face.
Our Botox treatments offer significant benefits in eliminating laugh lines, erasing forehead creases and even in reducing unsightly bulges underneath the eyes. Botox is by far one of the most effective inventions today when it comes to age-defying products.
A chemical peel makes use of a chemical solution to help improve the texture of the facial pores and skin by putting off the damaged outer layers. It is useful for people with facial blemishes, wrinkles and those who have uneven skin pigmentation. The specific formula for a chemical peel is adjusted to meet every individual’s unique needs.
Chemical peels are most commonly performed for those wanting to enhance their appearance and boost self confidence. However, sometimes they are used to remove pre-cancerous skin growths, soften acne facial scars, and even to help control acne. Depending upon an individual’s needs, different solutions are used resulting in mild to deep peels.
Restyalne is dermal cosmetic filler which is often used to smooth away the appearance of deep lines and wrinkles on the face. It offers a wide range of benefits, which includes a more youthful appearance. And it only takes a few minutes. In just the amount of time it would take you get a shower; a doctor can help you to look years younger with a Restylane treatment.
Restyalne is made with hyaluronic acid,a substance that is naturally found in the human body. Therefore it poses no complications for patients with animal allergies. Plus, it actually tends to be more comfortable than those products that contain animal fat.
Restyalne can be used to fill and erase the appearance of minor to moderate lines and wrinkles. It has proven to be very effective especially around the eye, nose and mouth areas. Its treatments are very natural looking, long lasting and affordable.
Patients and doctors tend to like Restylane for its long term effects and its low risk of side effects. Plus, with every treatment the results last even longer than the previous one helping you to keep your youthful appearance for years to come.
Perlane is an injectable cosmetic dermal filler used to soften facial folds and wrinkles. It is also used to create fuller lips, aid in getting rid of facial scarring and to fill in facial depressions caused by acne.
Perlane is made from a non-animal, stabilized hyaluronic acid gel. It contains no animal products. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that is found in the skin. With age, this substance becomes depleted. The hyaluranic acid found in the Perlane actually supplements the body’s natural supply.
Perlane is biodegradable. Therefore, it’s effects are not permanent. The results of a Perlane filler treatment do, however, last from 6 months to a year. Perlane injections simply reduce the visibility of wrinkles and folds. This facial filler can be used in conjunction with Botox Cosmetic, which neutralizes the muscles that create the wrinkles.
Juvederm is a newly FDA approved dermal It is made of hyaluronic acid, a subsatnce that is naturally found in the human body. It is injected into the skin to plump up and smooth away the appearance of wrinkles, facial depressions, and even scars.
The results of the Juvederm filler are longer lasting than those obtained through fat injections or some of the other wrinkle reducers. Juvederm can be used to fill deep folds of the skin, to smooth out deep creases on the face and even for lip enhancement. Juvederm has also been very effective in eliminating those fine lines that form around the eyes.
Juvederm treatment is a simple procedure of injections into the area of wrinkles and creases. It causes very minimal discomfort to the patient. Its effects can be seen immediately and though not permanent, they are long lasting. Juvederm can be used in conjunction with Botox Cosmetic for an even more dramatic look.