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Permanent Lip Liner Removal Permanent lip liner is a cosmetic tattooing procedure that defines the borders of the lips, enhancing their shape and fullness. The treatment involves implanting pigment along the lip contour. Over time, individuals may opt for removal due to changes in aesthetic preferences or dissatisfaction with the results. Reasons for PMU Lip Line Removal Color Changes: Pigment…
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PMU Eyeliner Removal Understanding Permanent Eyeliner Permanent eyeliner, a popular form of permanent makeup (PMU), involves the application of pigment along the lash line to enhance the eyes' appearance. This cosmetic tattooing procedure offers the convenience of always having perfectly applied eyeliner without the daily effort. However, over time, some individuals may wish to remove or adjust their permanent eyeliner…
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Radiation Tattoo Removal Understanding Radiation Tattoos Radiation tattoos are small, permanent marks placed on the skin to guide precise targeting during radiation therapy for cancer treatment. These tattoos ensure that radiation is delivered accurately to the same area during each treatment session. While essential during therapy, many patients choose to remove these marks after completing treatment for personal or cosmetic…
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Asphalt Tattoo Removal Understanding Asphalt Tattoos Asphalt tattoos occur when particles of asphalt or gravel become embedded in the skin, usually as a result of road accidents or falls on pavement. These particles can create dark, permanent marks resembling traditional tattoos. Aside from cosmetic concerns, embedded asphalt can cause skin irritation or inflammation if not properly addressed. Causes of Asphalt…
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Microblading Permanent makeup removal (PMU) Microblading is a popular cosmetic procedure designed to enhance the appearance of eyebrows by creating semi-permanent tattoos that mimic the look of natural eyebrow hairs. However, for various reasons, some individuals may seek to remove or lighten their microblading results. Whether due to dissatisfaction with the final outcome, a change in aesthetic preferences, or the…
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Ultherapy Treatment Ultherapy is an advanced, FDA-cleared non-invasive procedure that uses ultrasound technology to lift and tighten skin on the face, neck, and chest. This innovative treatment stimulates collagen production deep within the skin, resulting in a natural lifting and tightening effect without surgery or downtime. Ultherapy is an excellent option for those seeking to address signs of aging such…
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Sculptra Sculptra Aesthetic is an advanced, FDA-approved injectable treatment designed to restore facial volume and improve the appearance of deep lines and wrinkles. This innovative procedure stimulates your body's natural collagen production, gradually restoring a more youthful and refreshed appearance. Sculptra is an excellent option for those seeking a subtle, natural-looking rejuvenation without surgery. It's particularly effective for addressing age-related…
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Botox Lip flip Botox Lip Flip is a cosmetic procedure that uses a small amount of Botox injection to flip the upper lip upwards, giving the appearance of fuller and more pronounced lips. The procedure is quick and relatively painless, with most patients reporting only mild discomfort during the injection process. The effects of the treatment typically last for about…
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Botox for drooping tip of nose/nasal tip lift Botox is a popular cosmetic treatment that is used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on the face. One area where it can be particularly effective is in treating the drooping tip of the nose, also known as a "nasal tip lift." The nose is a central feature of…
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Liquid rhinoplasty Liquid rhinoplasty is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure used to reshape the nose without the need for incisions or general anesthesia. It is also known as "nonsurgical rhinoplasty" or "injectable rhinoplasty." The procedure involves injecting a filler/volumizer (hyaluronic acid products such as Restylane, Juvederm, Versa) , into specific areas of the nose to alter its shape. The filler adds…
Brown Spot Removal Brown spots can appear on the skin for a variety of reasons and may include sun spots, sun freckles, age spots, moles, birthmarks, and others. Many individuals look to improve the appearance of or remove brown spots because they can be unsightly or embarrassing. The expertise of the providers and skin care experts at Skin and Laser…
Skin lightening Skin lightening is offered at Skin and Laser Dermatology Center for individuals who want to reduce the appearance of darkened areas on their skin. Skin can darken because of many factors and these darkened areas can be unsightly and long-lasting. Many individuals look to treat these areas and either see no difference or worse, see further darkening and…
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Post-op laser instructions Patients can expect to receive specific instructions on how to care for the body areas after laser treatment sessions are performed in the office. That being said, it is always important and critical to sun-protect areas that have undergone laser treatment while the site is healing and thereafter, in order to prevent pigmentation changes (discoloration/hyper or hypo…
Forehead Lines Foreheads are common areas for wrinkles and lines to form. Repetitive motions from daily use and regular stressors cause wrinkles to develop and these often deepen and multiply with age. Recent increases in working from home and video conferencing have caused many people to notice how prominent their forehead wrinkles are. Men in particular can develop very deep…
Sun Freckles (ephelides) Freckles are small, pigmented areas of skin that are medically referred to as ephelides. They are small, sharply defined, flat (macular) marks on the skin. The color of freckles can vary from red to tan to light brown and can number from a few to hundred. Freckles usually occur in childhood after sun-exposure. Freckles are themselves benign…
Skin Laser Resurfacing Acne and prominent scarring, deep wrinkles, enlarged oil glands, and fine lines are some of the many conditions that can be treated with laser resurfacing. Skin tightening and rejuvenation can also be accomplished with laser resurfacing. Resurfacing the skin allows more generous collagen renewal and breaks down matted scar-tissue so new skin can form underneath. This in…
Hyperpigmentation Hyperpigmentation refers to darkening of the skin and uneven skin tone. It can be due to multiple causes and can be focal (occuring in one area) or diffuse (occurring across larger areas). Hyperpigmentation is often benign (harmless), but it is important to have the cause evaluated in case it is a symptom of an underlying medical condition. For people…
Lines between the Eyebrows Many people have lines between their eyebrows that cause them to look and appear more tired, upset, stressed, and older than they are. Botox® and Dysport are some of many treatments offered by Skin and Laser Dermatology Center to address the lines between the eyebrows, as well as other wrinkles. Botox® and Dysport are FDA-approved to…
Melasma Melasma is a commonly acquired benign (harmless) skin condition. It appears as blotchy, grey, brown, or black facial hyperpigmentation (darkening). Melasma most often occurs on the forehead, chin, cheeks, upper lip, and nose. When melasma occurs during pregnancy it is termed chloasma. Melasma can be a challenging skin condition that lasts for years and is chronic in nature. The…
Crow’s Feet Lines After years of squinting, laughing, frowning, smoking, and worrying, the skin around the eyes and on the forehead develops deep lines and wrinkles often referred to as “expression lines”. A common concern is that they make us look tired, angry, stressed, and older. Crow’s feet lines (lateral canthal lines), the wrinkles that form around the corners of…