treatments in detail
for those who need some more info
Dermal fillers
Fillers can plump thin lips, enhance shallow contours, soften facial creases, remove wrinkles, restore volume, and improve the appearance of recessed scars. Looking for volume and fullness, this youthful look is achieved through the use of dermal fillers Restylane and Juvederm alike.
What’s the difference? Restylane (a Galderma brand product, again think Aspire Rewards) comes in multiple consistencies depending on the area injected or optimal desired volume correction. Juvederm (an Allergan brand product, think Brilliant Distinction rewards program) was one of the very first fillers, initially available in Europe for many years. Juvederm also comes in multiple consistencies and we use them all to achieve your desired effect.
Treatable areas include:
Facial lines around the nose and mouth,
Cheeks,
Lips
Temples
Under eye area
Treatment takes 40 minutes or less and patients should feel minimal to moderate discomfort. With zero down time, generally speaking, you can return to normal activities and apply moisturizer/sunscreen/makeup gently to the treated areas. Following your treatment, Dr. Z recommends the following:
AVOID
Touching or massaging the treated area for up to 6 hours
Excessive exercise that involves leaning on or applying pressure to the treated area
Extreme heat or cold for 24 hours following the injection
Fillers have instant results! As this treatment is only temporary, Dr. Zimmerman recommends maintenance every 5-6 months if needed.
BOTOX AND DYSPORT
Dr. Zimmerman offers both Botox and dysport - these neuroblockers temporarily relax the muscles that cause undesirable wrinkles of the forehead, frown area, crows feet, and other areas. Also, extremely effective in treating hyperhidrosis, excessive sweating of brow, axilla, or hands.
What’s the difference? Both are Botulin toxin A products. Botox, is the more common brand name that we think of but they essentially do the same thing. Botox is created by a company called Allergan (think Brilliant Distinctions Rewards program) where as Dysport is created by Galderma (think Aspire Rewards).
Treatable areas include:
Crow’s Feet
Forehead Lines (Elevens)
Frown Lines
Eyebrow Drooping
Chin Dimples
Lines around the mouth
Armpits or scalp for excessive sweating
Snaryl/Bunny Lines
Lips (for those deep pucker lines)
Neck bands
Treatment takes 30 minutes or less. With zero down time, generally speaking, you can return to normal activities and apply moisturizer/sunscreen/makeup gently to the treated areas. Following your treatment, Dr. Z recommends the following:
DO
Contract the treated area for an hour post-treatment
AVOID
Touching or massaging the area for 8 hours
Excessive exercise that involves leaning on or applying pressure to the treated area
Wearing a hat (if treated above the eyes)
Results are noticeable within a few days but optimal results can be seen in 10-14 days. As this treatment is only temporary, Dr. Zimmerman recommends Botox/Dysport every 3-6 months with touch ups every few months if needed.
clear + Brilliant laser
Clear + Brilliant is a fraxel laser with minimal (2-24 hrs) downtime clinically proven to help fight and prevent the effects of aging skin.
Clear + Brilliant treatments can help:
Prevent the signs of aging
Improve the look of fine lines
Improve skin tone and texture
Improve skin’s overall appearance
Minimize the appearance of pores
Improve the appearance of hyperpigmentation
INTENSE PULSED LIGHT
IPL uses an intensely bright light in front of which filters are placed that cause the light to be absorbed by different colors in the skin, treating unwanted brown spots from sun damage or hyperpigmentation , redness of rosacea or dilated capillaries.
The heat generated also stimulates collagen production resulting in smoother tighter skin with improved texture, less pores, and smooths fine lines.
The advantage of IPL systems is there is no downtime – although patients may experience a slight darkening of pigment before it eventually lightens.
LIPOSONIX
Liposonix treatment is a non-invasive treatment using ultrasound to break up fat. Patients come in all shapes and sizes, and so does their fat. Other non-invasive body contouring devices can be limited in their ability to treat certain areas of fat and may require several hours and/or multiple treatment sessions to adequately address problem areas. The Liposonix system is highly versatile, allowing control over precisely how and where energy is delivered, for a truly customized treatment in a single one-hour session. Patients typically resume normal activities immediately after the procedure.
One treatment. One hour. One pant size.