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Do you avoid certain types of jewelry or certain poses in pictures to minimize the appearance of your double chin? A double chin is common, even in people who aren’t overweight. If your double chin doesn’t respond to a calorie deficit, your hormones and genetics could be to blame. In...
Many men and women complain about stubborn pockets of fat in various areas. These problem areas are often resistant to weight loss efforts, and they’re often a source of distress. Unfortunately, no diet or workout regimen can target and eliminate fat in a specific area. You can increase muscle mass...
Shaving and waxing aren’t just time consuming, but they also come with some uncomfortable side effects. Waxing often leads to skin sensitivities and is a painful process, while shaving is often associated with ingrown hairs, skin irritation, and less-than-satisfying results. Also, because shaving doesn’t remove the roots, some of the...
Estimates suggest that about 16 million Americans suffer from rosacea, a skin condition that includes prolonged flushing of the face, spider veins, red bumps, pustules, thickening of the skin, red eyes, and dry eyes. There are four types of rosacea, each with their own characteristics and symptoms. The most common...
Surgical facelifts aren’t the only way you can get rid of loose, saggy skin on your face. Ultherapy, an ultrasound-based treatment, increases collagen in the skin, tightening and rejuvenating skin that has lost elasticity over the years. Safoora Zaka, MD, our expert at Medical Aesthetics & Laser, often uses Ultherapy...
Did you know that certain wavelengths of light are beneficial for the skin? For example, red light-emitting diode (LED) has been shown to speed up healing and stimulate collagen production. However, the benefits of light exposure don’t end there. NASA uses red light therapy to prevent muscle loss and encourage...
In recent years, more and more women have begun enjoying the benefits of nonsurgical rejuvenation via injectables. Botox® is by far the most used injectable for combating signs of aging in the face, but it isn’t the only option available. Below, we asked our specialist at Medical Aesthetics & Laser,...
A chemical peel is a skin resurfacing procedure that involves the use of acids to remove the outer layers of the skin and encourage skin cell turnover. Chemical peels are split into three categories: superficial peels, medium-depth peels, and deep peels. Superficial peels are able to remove the upper layer...
Cosmetic injectables are a great option for early to moderate signs of aging, as they can be used to target both wrinkles and volume loss in the face. As you age, your skin becomes less elastic due to a decrease in sebum production and collagen production. Eating a diet high...
Have you tried numerous facials and masks at home with little to no results? Medical-grade facials are a cost-effective way to rejuvenate and improve the appearance of your skin with minimum downtime. Usually, medical-grade facials include the usage of devices and substances not available for purchase by consumers who don’t...
Are you looking to freshen your appearance but dread the idea of getting a facelift? Ultherapy is a procedure that uses ultrasounds to stimulate collagen into the deep skin tissues, improving skin elasticity and reducing wrinkles. Because it can both plump up the skin and reduce fine lines, it’s often...
Microneedling, the use of small needles to puncture the skin with the purpose of creating microwounds and triggering a healing response, isn’t a new approach to fixing common skin concerns. More than a century ago, German dermatologist Ernst Kromayer punctured the skin of his patients suffering from acne scars and...
When you’re shedding pounds, your hormones and genetics may make your body hold onto fat in certain areas. Unfortunately, exercise doesn’t enable you to target specific fat deposits, as it can only increase lean mass in targeted areas. There’s a solution to this problem: Sculpsure is a noninvasive, laser treatment...
A double chin is nothing to be embarrassed about. However, if you think it ages you, or if it makes you insecure about your profile, no need to worry. There’s an easy fix to a double chin, and it doesn’t involve going under the knife. Our specialist at Medical Aesthetics...
VI chemical peels are medical-grade peels done in a medical setting due to the strength of their ingredients. Superficial peels don’t penetrate beyond the epidermis, and medium peels don’t penetrate beyond the dermis. However, VI chemical peels reach into the deeper levels of the dermis, enabling them to peel more...
Dermal fillers are becoming the gold standard for non-invasive facial rejuvenation and non-invasive lip augmentation. However, not all fillers are created equal. Both the substances used and the texture of the substances influence the final results. For example, in your lips you may want a filler with a soft texture,...
On average, it takes six to 10 laser hair removal sessions to attain hair-free, silky-smooth skin. And depending on the area treated, it may take around 13 weeks to see the final results. Therefore, if you’re determined to skip the pain of waxing or shaving for next spring, it’s a...
Dieting and exercise can help you lose weight, but it’s impossible to spot reduce fat or change the way fat is distributed throughout your body. Genetics and hormones play a big role in body fat distribution, which is why you may have problem areas that won’t budge despite you maintaining...
Are you bothered by your double chin but unwilling to undergo a surgical procedure? Kybella® is an injectable that melts fat cells, and is designed for people who want to reduce chin fat without going through an invasive procedure. Fat deposits in the chin area aren’t only influenced by weight...
When it comes to fixing facial flaws, you have an abundance of nonsurgical treatment options to help you achieve your beauty goals. But when it comes to Botox® versus fillers, you may wonder which one is right for you. At Medical Aesthetics & Laser in Walnut Creek, California, our medical...
Botox is one of the most popular non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatments performed for both men and women in the United States today. This quick, safe, and effective treatment is used to reduce the unwanted signs of aging such as lines, wrinkles, and creases that are being caused by repetitive facial muscle...
Botox is performed on both men and women looking to reduce the appearance of lines, creases, and wrinkles that are forming due to repetitive facial muscle movements. As these movement reoccur, the lines and creases get further engraved in our skin and can become permanent. Botox works by temporarily stopping that muscle movements...
Kybella is the only FDA-approved injectable treatment for eliminating those stubborn fat cells under the chin. Many people struggle with unwanted fat under the chin which makes them feel self-conscious of their profile. Through Kybella many people are achieving a slimmer, more defined jawline and neck. Kybella is primarily made of a synthetic deoxycholic...
Dermal Fillers are a non-surgical, facial rejuvenation treatment performed to reduce unwanted signs of aging in the face. There are a few different types of dermal fillers, but they are all administered fairly quickly through injection. Each type of filler works in slightly different areas of the face better and may...
Chemical Peels are a popular cosmetic treatment performed to improve the quality and appearance of the skin. Chemical Peels work by essentially exfoliating the imperfections on the skin cause by sun exposure, aging, and acne, in an accelerated fashion. We offer a wide range of chemical peels strengths that are provided by licensed...
The only FDA approved non-invasive treatment for lifting the brow, chin, and neck, Ultherapy uses cutting-edge ultrasound technology that lifts skin and stimulates your own body’s production of collagen. This treatment is safe and effective for all types of skin. Patients can enjoy initial results approximately two to three months after the...