COSMETIC FILLERS
Cosmetic dermal fillers, such as Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, and Radiesse replace lost volume and restore youthful contours to the skin. Fillers smooth away moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines between your nose and the corners of your mouth. Other commonly treated areas are: lips, temples, cheeks, jaw and hands. Acne scarring can be smoothed out with fillers as well.
Prior to the treatment, a numbing cream is applied over the face to reduce any discomfort. A treatment usually consists of several injections with a small needle to the prescribed areas. Any slight bruising or swelling can be treated with ice and covered with makeup.
Dr. Kenet carefully evaluates each patient before deciding which type of filler to use and in what amounts.
“It’s never one-size-fits-all for fillers,” Dr. Kenet says. “One product may work better than another on a particular area of the face. I strive for natural looking but elegant results.”
Over time, fillers gradually dissolve without any residue or trace. Treatment results are immediately visible and typically last about six months or longer. With repeated use, some patients experience longer lasting benefits.
BOTOX
Botox works by relaxing the muscles that cause wrinkles in the skin. It improves frown lines, crow’s feet and the lines around the lip and neck. In certain cases, Botox can be used to improve the appearance of “laugh lines,” the folds in the area between the nose and lips.
Botox has been used safely by physicians for over 25 years. The overall effect of Botox is a restored and softened appearance. With Dr. Kenet’s advanced training and attention to detail, customized for your desired look, the final result will be natural and pleasing.
Botox Brow Lift
Dr. Kenet specializes in the Botox Brow Lift. Careful administration of Botox can shape and elevate the eyebrows, thereby opening the eyes. The results are almost like an upper face lift.
How is Botox Administered?
Dr. Kenet inserts a fine-gauge needle to inject Botox into the skin and muscle. With Dr. Kenet’s advanced techniques, the procedure is virtually pain free.
“It’s important to me that all treatments are done gently,” says Dr. Kenet. “I employ techniques during the procedure to reduce discomfort.”
Who is a Candidate?
People who are looking for an effective, natural, safe treatment for the reduction of lines and wrinkles around the face are good candidates. The results of Botox last four to five months, depending on the individual. Many patients find longer lasting results with repeated treatments.
Patients who are considering Botox should not take aspirin or any other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID), such as Motrin or Advil, for one week before treatment to reduce the chance of bruising.
A welcome side effect of Botox for some patients is the reduction or disappearance of “tension headaches.”
ALPHA HYDROXY ACID MEDICAL FACIALS
Our Medical Facial is comprised of two steps: the gentle extraction of blackheads and other pore clogging material on the face, and the administration of Alpha Hydroxy Acid to gently smooth the skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines and eliminate acne breakouts. Patients love this treatment because there is no downtime for recovery. It is also compatible with all skin types and all ages.
We recommend three Medical Facials over a two-month period. You will notice a fresher look, your makeup will glide on and “set” more easily, and your pore size will diminish. Your skin will continue to show signs of improvement over the weeks after the treatment.
It’s an easy, enjoyable experience with great results.
THERMAGE
This non-surgical procedure tightens the skin and smoothes wrinkles. Thermage stimulates your body’s natural renewal of collagen, which creates subtle, natural looking results. It is most commonly used on the face, but it works on other areas of the body as well.
Thermage uses unique radiofrequency (RF) technology to safely heat the deep layers of your skin, while cooling the surface of your skin.
This deep heating stimulates your body’s natural skin renewal process, which helps tighten existing collagen and form new collagen. Over time, sagging or wrinkled skin is replaced with smoother, tighter skin; improved tone and texture; and an overall younger looking appearance.
There is usually no redness, swelling or other evidence of the treatment, and most patients resume their normal activities immediately afterwards.
