The latest new injectable is here and it is called Kybella™. With its introduction has come a lot of varying opinions as to how effective this new product will be. Most important, many patients are wondering if this is the right solution for their neckline, an area of common concern. Here are some of the facts regarding Kybella™: (more…)
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Physicians have known for years that the body can respond to trauma in a variety of ways to heal and re-generate itself. A surprising twist on this is the possibility that plucking hairs in a specific manner can stimulate hair growth. This may serve as a future tool for the treatment of hair loss and male pattern baldness (MPB) as well as female hair loss.
Researchers at the University of Southern California found a new concept called “quorum sensing.” This cell-based communication tool can be used to encourage regrowth of hair. In a study done with mice, researchers found that when […]
Artefill was approved by the FDA several years ago as the first long lasting (up to 5 years, possibly permanent) correction of the nasolabial folds. Over the years, Dr. Hamilton has found this to be a great option for those patients looking for a more long term correction than our hyaluronic acid fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Belotero) provide. Now Artefill has a new name: Bellafill. The company (Suneva Medical) rebranded this product to more realistically represent its value.
What has not changed is the filler. Made from polymethylmethacrylate microspheres(20%) and collagen(80%), this product stimulates your own body to create collagen to add […]
This past weekend, our entire staff attended an educational seminar on the basics of skin care. Focus was on use of the essential product types for optimal skin care listed below:
G for Growth factors
R for Retinoids
A for Anti-oxidants
S for Sunscreen
S for Specialty products
All patients should consider a daily skin care program. How many products and what specific regimen depend on each patient’s individual skin, their goals and their time and budget commitment. The most important product to incorporate each day is sunscreen. Protecting your skin from the sun is the number one goal each day.
Antioxidants can be used to reverse […]
When a new spa treatment catches on, it sometimes turns out to be a simple fad or trend. That is not the case, however for the Limelight Facial, a procedure that has certainly earned its place as a popular and effective treatment. What makes the Limelight Facial any different from the traditional facial treatments that have been around for years?
All About Traditional Facials
In essence, a facial is a spa treatment designed for the face. This seems to be an obvious concept, but most prospective patients don’t understand what happens during the treatment. Traditional facials tend to be standardized across most […]
MICRODERMABRASION: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
When considering a clinical skin care treatment that will exfoliate and rejuvenate the skin, two methods come to mind: a chemical peel and microdermabrasion. Both are effective and safe treatments that can provide the skin with a refreshed, invigorated appearance. But how does a patient choose between them? Discover the real differences between two of the most requestedskin care procedures today.
HOW DOES A CHEMICAL PEEL WORK?
During a chemical peel, a licensed aesthetician or skincare professional applies a specialized, formulated chemical solution to your skin. Typically, this procedure is performed on the face but it may also be […]
When most patients consider having plastic surgery performed, they often aren’t thinking about how to maintain their results. In fact, after recovery, many patients need helpful tips and advice on how to properly care for their skin. Doing so can make a big difference in how long you enjoy your results and help maintain that healthy, rejuvenated glow. With intermittent skincare treatments, the beautiful new look you receive from your facial rejuvenation surgery can last for a long time.
Why Are Skincare Treatments Needed?
Any facial cosmetic surgery is a major step toward rejuvenating and improving both your appearance and the health […]
When most patients think about caring for their skin, they immediately jump to facial treatments, such as peels and microdermabrasion. It’s less common to see patients actively considering that the whole body is covered in skin. Sometimes, caring for the skin on the rest of the body can be just as vital as treating the skin of the face. Two body rejuvenation procedures available at Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery can help you care for the skin on the rest of your body: a Nurturing Back Facial and a Body Peel.
The Benefits of the Nurturing Back Facial
A back facial offers each […]
The necklift is a surgical procedure designed to enhance the neck and jaw line by removing excess skin and fat from the area. It is also known as platysmaplasty. While the face can show significant amounts of aging, the neck can gradually change as well. The neck area may have some sagging skin and excess fat or “bands” around it. Some people may experience this as a result of aging as the skin may not have the same amount of elasticity that it once had. Weight loss can also lead to sagging neck skin. The necklift is a solution to […]
Profileplasty is a term that some use to describe a procedure that combines both rhinoplasty and a chin implant to improve the overall profile of the face. The chin and nose are the two most prominent features of the face and they are especially noticeable when viewing the side profile. Some people may have been born with certain facial features that they would like to change or others may have experienced an injury that altered their nose or chin. It can be helpful to change both of these parts of the face at the same time because one can affect […]
