Belotero Balance-the New Filler on the Block

Belotero Balance is the newest Dermal Filler to come onto the market as of late. So our medical spa-Winter Park Laser has been offering fillers for 6 years & while we love Juvederm, & Radiesse, the new Belotero Balance is a little different and great for certain things that the others are note. We especially like it to treat the lips to plump them back up and great for superficial lines in younger clients or lip lines from smoking. Belotero is specially designed to integrate into your skin and mold to your distinct facial contours. By adapting to the individuality of your skin, it softens lines and wrinkles around the nose and mouth for smooth and natural results that are uniquely you. BELOTERO BALANCE® Dermal Filler has unique properties that allow it to adapt within the skin for soft and even correction. The versatility of the product makes it strong enough to handle deep treatment areas such as nasolabial folds (smile lines around the mouth), yet soft enough to treat more delicate areas such as vertical lip lines (thin lines that appear above the lip line). BELOTERO BALANCE® Dermal Filler is made of a material called hyaluronic acid or HA. HA naturally exists as a component of your skin. By binding to water, it fills in wrinkles and folds, allowing immediate and smooth correction. Only a licensed & experienced Physician, PA or ARNP should inject Belotero. For more information on Belotero Balance-the new filler on the block or Belotero in Orlando go to www.winterparklaser.com

Non-Surgical Facelift Option with Laser Skin Resurfacing

Over the past few decades, lasers are increasing with new technology and capabilities in the cosmetic industry giving plastic surgery a "face-lift" of it's own with more non-surgical options for skin tightening and wrinkles. While ablative fractional laser resurfacing has been around for a few years, Palomar medical recently received the first FDA approval for a combination bloodless ablative & non-ablative fractional laser resurfacing treatment.

This treatment is perfect for those with fine lines, wrinkles, large pores or skin that is in need more tightening but don't want the downtime of surgery or older dot lasers that took 2-5 weeks of downtime. The Palomar fractional laser resurfacing only requires 4-7 days of healing and ht holes close in 6 hours (most close in 96 hours) which offers less risk of infection. Fractional ablative wrinkle treatment from Palomar uses pulses of laser light that deliver excellent long-term results in just one simple treatment. The laser light penetrates skin to just the right depth and with just the right level of heat to evoke a dramatic healing response that promotes collagen production, diminishing the appearance of fine lines around the face, especially the eyes and mouth which are most prevalent in clients. It's wrinkle treatment that's easy for the patient.
Benefits of ablative & non ablative laser resurfacing for Clients is One treatment with as little as two days of recovery time, excellent improvement in appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, & minimal treatment discomfort compared to full surface CO2 resurfacing treatments. For more information on treatments go to www.winterparklaser.com.

Understanding Laser Hair Removal-the Process & Benefits

Laser Hair Removal has been around for 2 decades and is now widely accessible for the public to enjoy the benefits of never shaving or dealing with folliculitis (ingrown hairs) again without having to mortgage their home to afford it.

What Is The Purpose Of Laser Hair Removal?

Laser Hair Removal allows people with unwanted hair to have a more permanent solution than painful waxing or tweezing or time consuming shaving. It is also now available for those with lighter hair and not just dark hair as it was five years ago.

How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?

Yes. It is completed through the use of a laser that produces a wavelength of light. This wavelength of light used in laser hair removal treatment targets a specific area of tissue, without damaging or affecting any unnecessary surrounding area. The light emitted from the laser works to heat melanin, or dark target matter, that assists in hair growth. Melanin is vital in producing the color in skin and hair development. When laser light affects this area of melanin, it is impossible for the hair to continue to grow. Although this procedure is useful for those who want unwanted hair banished, it works better for patients with dark, coarse hair.

How To Find Someone To Perform Laser Hair Removal

Unfortunately there are some now saturated markets with good and "not so good" locations performing this treatment so you should really do your "home-work". You should find someone who is licensed, board certified by your state and experienced (at least 5 years in business). Find someone that will give you a free consultation and spends time explaining the process. Read reviews online-this is a great way to get opinions. Find a reasonable price but don't always go with the cheapest-a lot of times you get what you pay for and you could even get burned so please don't let money be the only factor in your decision. Lastly, follow your instinct-I always tell clients "go where you feel most comfortable".

Why Combining Aesthetic Treatments is Powerful

Over the past 8 years in our medical spa, we have found that combining at least two cosmetic treatments (whether non-invasive treatments with products or other treatments or non-invasive with surgical) gives the optimal results clients are seeking. A recent study in the July 2011 Aesthetic Surgery Journal concluded that Botox Cosmetic patients treated with a combination of hydroquinone and tretinoin topical experienced a greater reduction in fine lines and wrinkles than those treated with Botox Cosmetic injections alone. We also find that clients receiving cosmetic injectables also benefit highly from laser resurfacing because it offers a longer lasting results to smoothing wrinkles.

Another issue that benefits from multiple treatment modalities is hyper-pigmentation (excess pigment caused by sun damage or Melasma). Utilizing chemical peels to break down pigment and dead skin cells with Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) photo-facial treatments offers a better solution while minimizing any negative side effects, and using hydroquinone bleaching agents with IPL treatments offers a longer lasting result for clients.

Acne also benefits from a combination of laser treatments, chemical peels, and at home products that contain anti-inflammatory ingredients with bacteria fighting ingredients.

Your medical spa and skin-care experts will help to determine the best combination treatment plans for your skin care concerns.