Hyaluronic acid, abbreviated as HA, is a carbohydrate molecule that naturally occurs in the body. This acid primarily functions as a hydrator or lubricator for our joints, skin, and connective tissues. While hyaluronic acid is found in many areas of the body, nearly 50% of...
A facelift (rhytidectomy) is a surgical procedure that makes the face tighter and smoother by lifting up the facial skin and sagging tissues. In 2016, facelift procedures were among the top 5 most popular surgical treatments in the United States, with over 131,000 facelifts performed. (more…)
Everyone will experience changes to some degree to our skin, bones, and muscles as we age. While natural aging affects the appearance of the entire face, the area around the eyes is often the first facial area to show the signs of aging. One of the most undesirable forms...
Laser skin resurfacing (sometimes referred to as a laser peel) is a highly effective non-surgical procedure that can address numerous aging symptoms including wrinkles, sun damage, and acne scars. The treatment uses concentrated laser energy to reinvigorate the outer layers of the skin, minimizing the appearance of wrinkles, pigmentation,...
The rapid growth of non-surgical cosmetic procedures continued in 2017 when over 15.7 million minimally invasive procedures were performed in the United States (a 2% increase from 2016). The increase was primarily driven by injectable treatments like Anti-aging treatment and Juvederm. The popularity of these procedures is well deserved:...
