Question: “I recently heard of a treatment called “Skin Tightening”. How does this treatment work and can it be done on the body as well as the face?”

Answer: The ReFirme™ ST procedure combines safe and effective levels of infrared light and bipolar radiofrequency energies to remodel the dermal layer of the skin by stimulating new collagen growth. Both laser and radiofrequency have been used separately for decades in medicine and surgery, but the ST exclusively combines infrared light and bipolar radio-frequency energy for ideal treatment outcomes with a very low risk of side effects and virtually no down-time. ReFirme™ ST can improve skin laxity and sagginess of the face, neck and some body areas such as the abdomen or upper arms.

The ReFirme ST procedure is well tolerated by most patients without any topical anesthetic or other means of analgesia. The treatment tip is chilled so it provides contact cooling to the skin surface for added comfort. Most people leave the treatment office with only slight pinkness or no pinkness at all. Patients can return to normal activities immediately. Most patients will have between 4-6 treatments 3-4 weeks apart.

Question:“I have blemished, discoloured skin and find the heat and pollution in the summer really takes its toll on my complexion. Is there a treatment that you would recommend for me that wouldn’t cause my skin to be sun-sensitive?”

Answer: I would recommend the AFA Clay Peel. It is one of the most advanced facial applications in skin care. This unique two-step in-office procedure includes a rare earth clay masque that draws impurities from the skin and prepares the skin for the application of a specific strength AFA gel peel. This peel optimizes the exfoliation benefits and the antioxidant benefits of the AFAs. You can experience dramatic improvements in skin texture, skin, pigmentation irregularities (sun damage), and the overall healthy appearance of the skin without downtime and increased sun-sensitivity. Beneficial results include:
Dramatic improvement in black pores and breakouts.

• Balances oily skin
• Dramatic improvements in photo-pigmentation (sun damage)
• Helps with aging skin
• Exfoliates with little to no irritation.
• Helps to firm, tighten, and tone
• Results in smoother, softer skin and helps to improve uneven texture
• Increased hydration

Question:“I have deep creases from the sides of my nose to the corners of my mouth. I am also finding that as I age my lips aren’t as full as they use to be and would like a fuller look. What would you recommend as a filler for these areas as I hear that some fillers last longer than others?”

Answer: My recommendation would be The newest Juvéderm® product Juvederm 30 HV®. Juvéderm® is known scientifically as a hyaluronic acid, which is found naturally in the skin. It is a natural sugar found in all living cells that attracts and binds water, hydrating your skin and giving it volume. It is a cosmetic dermal filler that is injected by the doctor just where its needed most, to smooth out lines and wrinkles and return a youthful look to your face.

Juvéderm® HV30 is the most recently available, balanced formula Gel and is the highest crosslinked product in it’s range. It remains in the skin longer because of higher crosslinking technology. It is great for nasolabial folds, oral commissures and lip augmentation.

Higher concentrations and cross-linking in products like Juvederm 24 HV® and Juvederm 30 HV® result in a firmer implant that can last up to twelve months. Lower concentration HA and cross-linking in other available Hyaluronic Acid products result in softer implants and last from three to six months.