7 Important Things to Know About Getting Botox Cosmetic Injections

Even though Botox has been around for decades now it continues to cause questions, and anxiety for many before they lose their "Botox virginity" in which most cases they then become life long worshippers of this little aesthetic miracle known as Botox cosmetic. Botox is a neurotoxin that causes temporary muscle paralysis and is used as a wrinkle-preventer. At our Orlando Medical Spa-Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center we have injected Botox for over 7 years and have come up with the 7 most important things to know about getting Botox Cosmetic Injections. 1. It's been around for 4 decades & for 2 decades used for Cosmetic Purposes Originally used in the 1960s to help realign crossed eyes, it's now used in the treatment of many medical conditions including muscle spasms, facial tics, cerebral palsy, strokes, obesity, migraine & excessive sweating. It became FDA approved to fight wrinkles in the early 1990's. 2. It is derived from the botulism toxin but is Completely Safe Botox is a purified protein made by the botulism organism & It works by blocking the body's production of acetylcholine, therefore relaxing the muscles. There have been more safety studies on Botox than any other cosmetic treatment. 3. Once injected, it doesn't go into your bloodstream Botox is injected directly into a muscle and remains in that muscle only, once it fully sets in 4-14 days after injection it stays put. 4. It's preventative as well as corrective Many women & men in their 20s are having Botox because it freezes the muscles that cause deep lines thus slowing down the ageing process & preventing one from getting deeper lines. 5. There is no downtime Botox is injected with insulin needles and therefore has very little downtime or risks associated with the treatment. You might experience mild swelling & redness for a couple of hours in the injection site and that's about it. There is a very small chance of getting a pin point bruise in one of the injection sites. 6. It Works Botox Cosmetic is the #1 Cosmetic procedure in the world because it works. The results relax muscles & wrinkles within days and can instantly make men and women look younger. 7. How do you find a Reputable Medical Spa? You want to make sure that anyone injecting you is a licensed & board certified PA, ARNP or physician, and that they are experienced. If it is a spa make sure they have a Medical Director that is a Plastic Surgeon or Dermatologist. You can check the BBB websites, google reviews & best of all ask your friends-they are the best sources in many occasions! For more information on things to know about Botox cosmetic injections go to www.winterparklaser.com

Top 3 Reasons to Get Laser Hair Removal

After performing laser hair removal for 9 years at our Orlando medical spa Winter Park Laser we have definitely seen an increase in the amount of medical spas offering laser hair removal because it has become so popular. It's become popular because of how many benefits it has! Here are our top 3 reasons to get laser hair removal: #1 No more Ingrown Hairs (folliculitis): If you suffer from ingrown hairs-and many people do especially dark skinned men and women then this is the best investment you can give yourself! Laser hair removal works by destroying the active follicles in the anagen cycle (about 15-25% each treatments) so by getting even 2-3 treatments it will thin out enough of the hair so that 2 hairs aren't fighting to get through the same follicle which cause painful ingrown hairs. This treatment is safe for all skin types. #2 Being stubble free when you put on a swim-suit: The #1 dislike for beauty treatment among women is shaving-no one likes doing it! What is worse is a last minute pool adventure & you know you have embarrassing stubble. You don't have to worry about this with laser hair removal! #3 You save money compared to waxing or shaving over time Laser hair removal can be an investment, but it saves a lot of money over times. Razors and waxing can be expensive after you do it every month for years. For more information on laser hair removal go to www.winterparklaser.com

Let's face it-we've all had those rough nights that result in dark circles under our eyes the next morning, but for some people this is a constant issue that a "good night of sleep" just won't cure. In our Orlando Medical Spa-Winter Park Laser, dark under-eye circles & bags are a constant complaint. So here are our top treatments to help eliminate or reduce dark under-eye circles, wrinkles & bags. #1 Belotero Balance Dermal Filler injected into the tear-trough area Why? Belotero is a hyaluronic acid filler that is already hydrated-which means that we don't have to "under-fill" the tear trough area to see the result, it also allows you to go much higher in the dermal tissue. Belotero costs around $475-$525 per syringe for a 1 ML pre-filled syringe. We numb the area topically but here is also lidocaine mixed into every syringe for a comfortable procedure. The tear-trough area is sensitive to slight bruising and swelling may occur but overall there is little down-time. The results typically last around a year or 10-14 months on average. The result of Belotero in the tear-trough area can give clients a more youthful look, with less hollowness, dark circles & wrinkles in the eye area also making them look more rested. #2 EnerPeel for Eyes by Glytone-Series of 4 Chemical Peels just around the eyes & eye lid Why? This peel is especially designed for the eye area & combines Lactic acid (great for pigment issues) with TCA (tri-chloracetic acid) great for exfoliation and stimulating collagen. The results are a significant increase in skin firmness around eyes, Decrease in fine lines, wrinkles and coarse crow's feet around eyes, & a Decrease in dark circles. For more information on top treatments to combat dark under-eye circles contact Winter Park Laser located at 1155 N Kentucky Ave Winter Park FL 32789 at www.winterparklaser.com or call (407) 601-1185.

Why You Don't Have to be Stuck with Stretch-Marks

This post is about Why you don't have to be stuck with stretch-marks anymore! It is true that until about 3 years ago there wasn't much you could do to remove stretchmarks but since Palomar received FDA approval with Fractional laser skin resurfacing that has changed. We have been offering Laser Stretch-mark removal at our Orlando Medical Spa Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center and clients often tell us that they heard nothing could be done so this info is to bust the myth that you are stuck with stretchmarks! Why do Stretchmarks occur? Partially due to genetics, stretch marks are small tears in the dermis that result when the fat or muscle beneath the skin is growing at a faster rate than the skin itself. As the tissue under the skin is “stretched out,” normal collagen production is interrupted, and stretch marks begin to surface. How to get rid of Stretchmarks: Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing. There are various brands of lasers to use-we use Palomars (now owned by Cynosure) which was the first to be FDA approved and cleared for laser stretchmark removal. Laser treatments are used for resurfacing the skin, to stimulate collagen production, remove damaged tissue, repair fibers within the skin and improve the look of white or red stretch marks on the skin after four or five treatments. . The Lux1540XD hand-piece delivers an array of high-precision micro-beams to create deep, narrow columns of coagulation in the epidermis and dermis. This triggers a restorative natural healing process that creates healthy new tissue, including the deposition of new collagen on any area of the body eliminating embarrassing white or red striae (stretch-marks). Treatments are relatively comfortable and topical numbing is a complimentary option for an incredibly comfortable procedure. One treatment every 3-4 weeks is required for optimal results and number of treatments varies depending on the age and severity of the scars. Only mild redness and swelling last 24-48 hours post-treatment. The results will give you 50-95% improvement in stretch-marks permanently. For more information on laser stretchmark removal go to http://www.winterparklaser.com/client-care/laser-stretchmark-removal-a-permanent-solution/