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Finding Providers Online
May 21, 2013 3:31 PM by Kimberly Cray
Question for you: How do you find your medical provider? The most obvious of answers to this question is our dear friend, Google. What was life like before this search engine giant? I don't remember. I mean, seriously, who doesn't google twenty things Read More...
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The Naked Neurotoxin
February 26, 2013 11:30 AM by Kimberly Cray
Move over Botox and Dysport. There's a new botulinum on the market. Incobotulinumtoxin A, or Xeomin, is the latest serotype A botulinum toxin available. Manufactured by Merz Aesthetics, it has been used in Europe since 2008 with over 84,000 patients treated Read More...
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Making the Most of Cosmeceuticals in 2013
January 15, 2013 12:28 PM by Kimberly Cray
Tired of buying over the counter products that just don't work? So are patients! One of my passions for what I do is finding just the fix for someone -- something that will work and improve their condition. Pharmacy aisles and mall cosmetic counters are Read More...
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Facial Anatomy for Neuromodulators 101
December 4, 2012 11:02 AM by Kimberly Cray
Among the most important concepts to master prior to performing neuromodulator injections is to fully understand muscle anatomy in the region. Below are among the most commonly injected muscles on the head and neck for cosmetic purposes: Frontalis: This Read More...
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Remembering Compassion in Aesthetics
November 20, 2012 12:46 PM by Kimberly Cray
I recently attended an aesthetics conference in south Florida. There were many great speakers- seasoned cosmetic surgeons and dermatologists, successful CEOs, and highly-acclaimed skin care specialists. Aside from learning about new and improved aesthetic Read More...
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Surprising Uses for Botulinum Toxin A
November 13, 2012 10:03 AM by Mina Grasso
Botulinum Toxin A is a protein and neurotoxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Botulium toxin can cause botulism, a serious, life-threatening illness in humans and animals. More patients are open to considering treatment with the toxin Read More...
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Laser Therapy for Stretch Marks
October 2, 2012 8:32 AM by Mina Grasso
Stretch marks can occur on various parts of the body, including the abdomen, thighs, hips, breasts, arms, flanks and low back. Men and women can develop these stretch marks at any age. Stretch marks can present differently depending on the skin type. Read More...
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Cryolipolysis: Where Does The Fat Go?
September 18, 2012 8:37 AM by Mina Grasso
Cryolipolysis is a new noninvasive technology that uses cold exposure to result in lipolysis, the breakdown of fat by freezing. Clinical studies have demonstrated 20% to 25% reduction in superficial fat layer thickness after each treatment. After a cryolipolysis Read More...
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After-Summer Skin Damage Repair
September 4, 2012 9:51 AM by Mina Grasso
Year after year, summer after summer, we start to notice our skin losing elasticity and developing new, larger or darker brown spots on the face, chest, arms or legs. Fortunately, more people are now educated about the risk of excessive sun exposure and Read More...
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Light Peels Can Hit the Spot
August 28, 2012 9:25 AM by Kimberly Cray
When topicals just aren't enough to treat those pesky brown spots, go deeper with a professional-grade peel such as the Dermaceutic spot and milk peels. Milk and spot peel treatments are a great way to reveal healthy, radiant skin. Good candidates for Read More...
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Blunt Cannula Technique
August 7, 2012 9:04 AM by Mina Grasso
Injection of soft tissue fillers such as Restylane, Juvederm and Radiesse are becoming more popular in aesthetic practices. Unlike a sharp beveled needle, a blunt cannula has a rounded tip and the opening is just proximal to that blunt tip. The cannulas Read More...
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The VIP Strategy
July 31, 2012 8:35 AM by Kimberly Cray
At our practice we strive to set ourselves apart from the rest. There are many different dermatology and cosmetic practices within the vicinity that patients could visit. However, they chose us and we choose to make this the best decision they ever made! Read More...
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Maintaining Facial Balance With Liquid Facelifts
July 24, 2012 8:13 AM by Mina Grasso
"Liquid facelifts" are performed every day in many aesthetic offices. The procedure is usually accomplished with one or a combination of products such as Botox Cosmetic, Dysport, Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, Radiesse and/or Sculptra Aesthetic. A well-trained Read More...
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Medical Skin Needling in Aesthetics
July 17, 2012 11:38 AM by Kimberly Cray
As providers we know the deeper we dive into the dermis, the greater the risk of potential side effects, sometimes including permanent adverse changes to the skin. I am a fan of options. There is no cookie-cutter treatment protocol we can follow with Read More...
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Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing
July 10, 2012 7:34 AM by Mina Grasso
Traditionally, wrinkles on the cheeks adjacent to the corner of the lips have been a challenge in cosmetic rejuvenation. Loss of volume, sun exposure and the aging process break down collagen and reduce elasticity, contributing to this rippled wrinkle Read More...
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