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When it comes to taking care of wrinkles and other fine lines, you have a variety of treatment options from which to choose. Skin tightening is available in many forms, and we offer a number of these different procedures from the comfort of our office. Take a look below to see how we can boost your appearance with the right skin tightening treatment: Radio Frequency Skin Tightening Wrinkles and fine lines do not target the face alone but can also impact our arms, legs, thighs, and abdomen. One of our

Instead of waiting until age has caused a variety of damage to your face and body,take care of yourself with minimally invasive treatments that will keep you looking younger longer. We all want to look 10 years younger,and with these treatments,you can do just that! Injectable Treatments For a quick and easy treatment with noticeable results,look into receiving an injectable treatment. These can easily be completed in less than an hour,making it perfect for your lunch hour from work. These treatments help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and other fine

Skin, especially around the face, is prone to a variety of conditions that can be caused by age and prolonged sun exposure. Fortunately, there is a new cosmetic procedure that is designed to improve these skin conditions that can include acne, scars, sun damage, wrinkles, sagging skin, and hyperpigmentation. This procedure, called Fractora skin resurfacing, is a minimally invasive treatment to help stimulate collagen production and improve the overall appearance of your skin. Here is how it works: How Fractora Skin Resurfacing Works This state-of-the-art procedure uses a hand-held tool

As the years go by, you may start to see your skin sag in places you wish it wouldn’t. Don’t let sagging skin get you down and affect your confidence. Many skin tightening procedures are currently available, each with their own pros and cons. Here are the top St Louis skin tightening procedures currently available for those looking to fix sagging skin. Ultrasound Ultrasound waves are commonly used when checking on pregnant mothers. However, unknown to most, ultrasound waves are also used in a simple skin tightening treatment that produces

Age-defying technology is no longer a myth, and today’s noninvasive procedures can help make you look several years younger. Dermatological procedures and in-office, noninvasive procedures are now more common than ever for those wanting to look and feel younger. Two unique procedures have been relied upon by supermodels such as Christie Brinkley to help keep their youthful complexions: Xeomin and Ultherapy. Xeomin, a botulimun toxin, is used in a similar fashion as Botox Cosmetic to relax frown lines in-between the eyebrows. Ultherapy is another noninvasive treatment that uses ultrasound waves

It seems like every time you turn on the television or open a magazine, you are bombarded by products claiming to boost collagen production. You’ve seen supplements, lotions, powders, serums and even beer and gummy bears. Many people are actually seeking the best ways to boost collagen production to minimize lines and wrinkles and achieve youthful looking skin. Here’s a look at some of the most effective ways to boost collagen production, as well as save you from spending money on products that may not work. What is Collagen? To

FaceTite is a new procedure that assists skin tightening and lifting in the facial area. At Laser Lipo and Vein Center, we are excited to add this service to our many facial rejuvenation options. FaceTite uses the technology that is behind the Invasix BodyTite procedure, radiofrequency energy, to enhance the face through its tightening and lifting aspects. The Technology Behind FaceTite FaceTite uses the BodyTite radiofrequency assisted liposuction technique, except that with the FaceTite procedure, there are no aspiration or suctioning aspects. Areas that can be treated with the FaceTite

NeckTite is one of several exciting new treatments from Invasix. Both NeckTite and FaceTite are new contouring solutions for the face and smaller body areas. NeckTite uses a specially designed hand piece that delivers radiofrequency waves to tighten the neck areas. How Does Necktite Work? During the procedure, the RF energy is applied to the treatment area. Simultaneously, a gentle suction action is implemented to remove the fat deposits, resulting in a smoother, more contoured profile. Essentially, NeckTite uses a two-pronged approach to produce a smoother, tighter neck profile. Areas

If you are seeking an effective procedure that can improve your skin, including acne scars, sagging skin, hyperpigmentation, wrinkles and other similar issues, laser skin resurfacing can help. What is Laser Resurfacing? Laser resurfacing entails using a laser that sends out pulses of high-energy light that is then absorbed by water and substances in the skin. The laser light and heat produced by the laser essentially destroys or vaporizes tiny sections of the layers of the skin. When the treated area heals, new skin replaces the damaged skin that was

According to a recent study1, Xeomin was found to have significant efficacy when treating three areas of upper facial lines. One hundred and fifty six healthy adults with moderate to severe lateral periobital (around the eyes) lines, horizontal forehead lines, and glabellar frown lines (areal between the eyebrows and above the nose). The study was conducted as a randomized trial with 105 patients being treated with Xeomin (incobotulinumtoxinA), while 51 patients received a placebo. The 105 patients had a mean age of 47.4 years and 80.5% were women. The placebo