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BBL Hero
BBL, which stands for Broad Band Light, is a common way to treat uneven pigmentation, fade spider veins, and fade redness. You may have also heard it referred to as IPL (Intense Pulsed Light). We’ve been using BBL in our practice for several years with great results....
Is CoolSculpting Worth It
One of the most common questions I hear about CoolSculpting is: does CoolSculpting really work? In this blog post I’m going to explain how CoolSculpting works, what the treatment is like, and how to tell if you’ll get a great result. How CoolSculpting works The...
Your Complete Guide to Lip Filler
Introduction to lip fillers Lip fillers are one of the most popular procedures I do in the office. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2.6 million filler treatments were performed in 2020. If you’ve ever wondered if lip fillers are right for you,...
Lash Growth Serums
When Latisse entered the market in 2008, women were no longer beholden to mascara or lash extensions to have long, lush lashes. But how does Latisse work? And what are the side effects? Also, what about the other lash serums on the market? How does Latisse work?...
The Right Skincare to Get Rid of Brown Spots
Brown spots on the skin appear as we age, and unlike freckles, are often less than adorable. Also unlike freckles, age spots (aka solar lentigines) do not fade in the winter months when we are exposed to less sun. In this blog post I’m going to explain what causes age...
What is Laser Hair Removal?
Laser hair removal (LHR) uses either laser energy or Broad Band Light (BBL) energy to damage the hair follicle. A common misconception is that LHR removes hair. It actually damages the follicle so that the hair grows in so fine and thin that you don’t even notice it-...
How Do I Get Rid of Spider Veins
What are spider veins? Spider veins are the small purple, blue, or red veins that show up in clusters on the surface of the skin. From far away they can look like a bruise. They most commonly appear on the face or the legs. The name comes from their appearance: they...
How Does Botox (and other neurotoxin brands) Work?
Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin are botulinum toxin A. They work by preventing acetylcholine release from the nerve cell. Acetylcholine is the messenger signal between the nerve and the muscle. With no message getting across, no muscle contraction occurs. Over time the...
What Is the Best Skincare Routine for Me?
A good skincare routine is the foundation of antiaging treatment. After all- why spend hundreds of dollars on Botox and fillers if you aren’t taking great care of your skin? A good skincare routine keeps skin healthy, prevents future aging, and even reverses some of...
How Do I Know If I Need a Breast Reduction
Breast reduction surgery involves removal of skin, fat, and glandular tissue to make the breasts smaller and perkier. It has a very high patient satisfaction rate: 95% of patients would have the surgery again. You may be a good candidate for breast reduction if you...
