Now You Can Do Something About The Appearance of Your Lips...A Fuller Pucker Is Just Minutes Away!

Are you satisfied with the way your lips look?

Maybe the ones you were born with just aren't very full, or maybe as the years have marched on, they've lost some of their volume?

Perhaps they've become surrounded by tiny lines and wrinkles, the direct result of years of puckering or smoking, and you are now becoming more and more self conscious about how they make you look...and feel?

Well, don't fret another day!

Now you can have younger, sexier lips that are as sensual as your favorite Hollywood movie stars' or supermodels' lips, thanks to the latest and greatest breakthroughs in non-surgical, lip enhancement procedures!

That's right, you no longer have to go under the knife or use animal-derived collagen fillers! With today's simple, office based injection procedures that use natural tissue fillers such as Hyaluronic Acid (Restylane, Hylaform, Hylaform Plus and Captique), or Human-Engineered Collagen, in a matter of minutes you can transform those thin lips into plump, luscious lips you'll love to show off!

...And the best thing is, the look that is achieved is totally natural.

So if you're tired of dealing will boring, thin lips or have started to notice those telltale signs of aging around your mouth area, give my office a call today and schedule a FREE "Perfect Lips" Consultation.... trendy, fuller lips are truly now just minutes away!

To learn more about our other non-surgical body and face treatments that will have you looking good and feeling great at any age, visit our website or if you would like to schedule a free, no obligation consultation, give our office a call today.

Well it's that time of year again...another holiday season! With the many office parties, family gatherings and New Year's Eve parties just around the corner, everyone wants to look and feel their best in time for the holidays. Fortunately, thanks to a simple, in-office, quick-fix treatment called Botox^®, it is possible to smooth out deep facial lines and look younger before you welcome in the new year!

What is Botox?

Botox^® is a purified protein derived from clostridium botulinum bacteria. When injected into a muscle, it acts as a nerve impulse blocker; in other words, it keeps muscles from contracting thus working wonders on forehead creases, frown lines between the eyes, and crow's-feet.

Who can benefit most from these injections?

Botox^® works best for what are known as dynamic wrinkles. Dynamic facial wrinkles are wrinkles that occur over time due to muscle contractions resulting from facial expressions such frowning, smiling or laughing.

Are the results permanent?

The effects of Botox^® injects are not permanent lasting approximately 3 to 6 months. Therefore, to maintain results, the procedure must be repeated at that time.

How Long Does The Procedure Take?

Once the area to be treated is mapped out, the actual injections themselves take only a few minutes to administer. Usually, a topical anesthetic cream is applied to the area prior to the procedure, the area becomes numb and there is no pain. Otherwise, patients just feel a needle prick.

How soon will I see results?

Botox^® typically produces noticeable wrinkle reduction in 5-7 days. As mentioned earlier, the results achieved last anywhere from 3 to 6 months.

So, if you have just a few weeks to get ready for the upcoming seasonal parties and holiday celebrations don't waist another minute call our office today for a FREE consultation and put your best looking face forward with one of the most effective ways to reduce the appearance of wrinkles...Botox^®

Today I want to talk about a quick and easy mini-procedure to help rejuvenate your skin, lessen the signs of scaring, and remove fine lines and the effects of acne. So continue reading now as I describe for you how Medical Microdermabrasion (the lunchtime power peel), can help you look your best at every stage of life!

How Medical Microdermabrasion Is Performed?

With the use of small crystal like powder and vacuum pressure the top layer of dead skin (stratum corneum) is removed during treatment, while promoting the production of new cells in the deepest layer of skin.

Treatments last about 20 - 30 minutes if only the face is being treated, and can last up to an hour if the neck and upper chest are included. Courses of microdermabrasion consist of 4 - 8 treatments at 1 - 2 week intervals.

Is There Any Down Time?

Medical Microdermabrasion has been branded with the cosmetic nickname, the "lunch-time" peel, because it can be performed in a short period of time and patients can return immediately to their daily routine including applying makeup. Typically you will experience a slight irritation or wind-burnt sensation during treatment that can last for a few hours afterward. In addition, your skin usually takes on a pink hue that lasts an average for a day or two.

Consumer Beware...Not All Machines Are alike!

There are over a hundred different microdermabrasion machines that are available in the United States. These machines vary based on weight, the types of filters they use, what type of substance they use for sandblasting (some use baking soda or sodium chloride instead of crystals), the power of the machine, and its intended use (some are made for salons while some require a physicians license to operate).

If you are considering Microdermabrasion remember you get what you pay for. If a price sounds too good to be true, many times it is!

At our office we use only medical grade Microdermabrasion technology giving you the best results this procedure has to offer and more bang for your buck!

If you would like to schedule a FREE Body & Face Consultation, call my office today. During this "No-Strings Attached" consultation, I will go over the many options available for restoring and rejuvenating your skin then map out a plan which combines the appropriate Body & Face Skin Rejuvenation Procedures to give you the look you desire.

The time from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day has to be the hardest few weeks to stick to a healthy eating lifestyle or any diet for that matter. We are constantly tempted by sweets, treats and just way to much food in general. I would like to share a few tips with you that have helped me in the past to stay on track between now and the end of the year.

1. Make sure you eat before you go to any holiday gathering. Try to make sure you are not hungry when
   you arrive, or you will be much more tempted to overeat as well.

2. Alternate higher calorie drinks like alcoholic beverages, eggnog or hot chocolate with water while you are at the holiday party. Drinks can have a lot of hidden calories in them, so watch out. Diet sodas are another good option.

3. Fill your plate with some "good" foods first. Don't forget a nice plate of salad with a low fat dressing and some fresh fruit for dessert.

4. Don't cut your favorite holiday treats completely out. If you don't allow yourself the occasional small indulgence, you will be much more likely to break down and binge on all those cookies and treats.

5. Use the busy shopping season and burn some extra calories. If you are heading to the mall, park a little further away.
   For extra motivation to get more walking in, consider wearing a pedometer. See www.walkingofftheweight.com for more information on walking and using a pedometer.

6. Take some time to relax. The holidays can be a very stressful season if we let them. Work in some extra time just for you. Sit in front of the fire with a good book or your favorite magazine, go get your nails done, take a bath or go for a walk to calm you down and help you de-stress.

Above all, enjoy the holidays and remember they are not only about food, but more importantly about family spending quality time together. Have fun during this special time of the year and remember, it's okay to enjoy that occasional cookie.

Happy Thanksgiving,