Only subcutaneous fat can be treated with fat reduction devices or liposuction. Subcutaneous (subq) fat is the fat layer between skin and muscle. These fat pads can be reached and destroyed by fat reducing procedures. Visceral fat is located in…
Jowlbella + other off-label uses for KYBELLA
Jowlbella – Kybella used “off-label” to shrink jowls and sharpen the jawline. (One of the only good things about these mask-wearing days may be that the mask can hide post-Kybella swelling or bruising.) Why we love Kybella: Kybella is a…
Skin + Stress + Quarantine
The normal daily stresses of life can cause sensitivity and reactivity in skin. Add a pandemic, a face mask and OCD hand-washing to our lives and WHOA! Stress levels are kicked into orbit, wreaking crazy havoc on our skin. Stress…
Keeping It Real
Natural Looking Results with Botox + Dermal Fillers Regardless of whatever is trending, natural looking results are always the goal for us when it comes to facial rejuvenation with Botox and dermal fillers. Thankfully, “natural looking” is the current trend…
truSculpt 3D vs. Coolsculpting
Both truSculpt 3D and Coolsculpting permanently destroy fat cells (apoptosis); however, there are major differences between the two. These major differences include chances and types of side effects, limitations of areas that can be treated, and the advantages of the…
Laser Hair Removal
Why so many sessions? These patient’s words cannot be denied: The satisfaction of being perpetually well-groomed should not be underestimated. But why so many sessions?! A few reasons: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀1) Genetics – Some of us simply are hairier. We have fast…
Top Treatments for Men
Men seeking cosmetic dermatology treatments continues to rise. Men are embracing the many ways non-surgical cosmetic procedures (NSCP) can help them look better and feel better. Let’s face it – the possibility of a sharp, chiseled jawline, and better skin…
How to Make Dermal Fillers Last
Dermal fillers are easy fixes for a variety of skin and appearance issues. Dermal fillers work magic in the right hands, and this magic extends beyond our reflections. In fact, many studies show that looking good has a profound effect…
