What would any of us give to get back the smooth, even, clear, perfectly textured skin of our youth?
While once wishful thinking, today, many popular skin treatments can help you significantly improve the look and feel of your skin.
Whether the issue is aging, acne, or scarring, cosmetic dermatology can dramatically improve the appearance of your skin and leave it looking fresh and healthy. Most facial treatments and skin tightening treatments are appropriate for any age. As your skin develops signs of aging quite early into adulthood, some treatments can help from a preventative standpoint.
Keep reading to learn about five of Advanced Dermatology, P.C.’s most popular skin treatment options, which can help give your skin a more youthful appearance.
Microdermabrasion to Exfoliate Skin
Microdermabrasion is a gentle epidermal resurfacing procedure that will have you in and out of the clinic at the same time as a regular facial.
Microdermabrasion is an exfoliation process that uses a special tool to slough away dead skin cells with a mist of very fine abrasive particles. It is used to treat uneven skin tone and texture, photoaging (sun damage), striae (stretch marks), melasma, and acne scars.
This non-invasive, non-chemical, and non-surgical rejuvenating and resurfacing procedure is perfect for the face, neck, or hands. It minimizes fine lines and wrinkles by removing the top layer of dead skin cells to reveal healthier skin. This popular skin treatment brightens and improves skin tone, diminishes the appearance of spots, acne, and scars, and allows skin care products to penetrate more deeply.
Microdermabrasion can be done independently or alongside other procedures like a facial or chemical peel. The best results are achieved with two to three visits spaced two to four weeks apart. This timing allows the skin to heal and regenerate between sessions.
Laser Resurfacing Skin Rejuvenation
Laser resurfacing is a facial treatment that uses highly concentrated beams of light, which can dramatically improve the skin’s texture, tone, and overall appearance.
Our dermatologists at Advanced Dermatology, P.C., are certified to use the latest FDA-approved laser technologies, including Fraxel and Pixel CO2.
We will evaluate your skin type and determine which technology will deliver the best results for your unique skin tone, type, and texture as they use different wavelengths and calibrations.
Laser resurfacing is ideal for:
- Removing scars
- Minimizing fine lines and wrinkles
- Tightening skin
- Encouraging collagen production
- Treating brown spots or redness
The best part about opting for lasers is that the effects are long-lasting and offer dramatic improvements. However, most people need three to four sessions spaced four weeks apart to achieve optimal results.
Skin Tightening Treatment With Dermal Fillers
In the world of cosmetic dermatology, dermal fillers may be one of the least understood procedures. Dermal fillers are safe, minimally invasive, and used to combat the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the face.
The fillers are injections that help counter the loss of volume under the skin and stabilize thinning skin so it’s less susceptible to sagging and wrinkling.
Popular skin treatments and dermal fillers we use at Advanced Dermatology, P.C. include:
- JUVÉDERM®
This is a versatile hyaluronic acid based filler used on the cheeks, chin, jawline, lips, and nasolabial folds. - RADIESSE®
This is a gel-like dermal filler commonly used to smooth moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. - SCULPTRA®
Sculptra helps stimulate your own natural collagen production and is commonly used on the cheeks, temples, and midface. - RESTYLANE®
This is another hyaluronic acid-based filler that can be used to smooth wrinkles and add volume to the skin.
Each filler is designed to treat signs of aging for different parts of the face. If you are interested in fillers for mid-to-deep dermal folds around the nose, lip thinning, or forehead wrinkles, contact one of our board-certified dermatologists to find out which option is right for your cosmetic goals.
Some immediate side effects of dermal fillers will require a few days of recovery, but the results last from six to 18 months.
Microneedling for Active Skin Repair
Another low-maintenance treatment with a fairly quick recovery period is microneedling, a safe and effective procedure for active skin repair. This is a good option for those interested in reducing the signs of aging and can also help reduce the size of stretch marks, acne scars, and larger pores.
Microneedling uses tiny needles to inflict microscopic injuries on the skin that cause the skin to repair itself. This process decreases scars and pore size, eliminates spots from the sun or hyperpigmentation, and smooths and rejuvenates the skin. Because it does not require chemicals, microneedling is safe for all skin tones and most skin types. It is not recommended for those with skin conditions like rosacea, eczema, or active breakouts.
While these popular skin treatments are often available at day spas, we highly recommend getting microdermabrasion services from a board-certified dermatologist to ensure comfort, safety, and optimal results.
Chemical Peels for Smooth Skin
Chemical peels resurface the skin using chemicals that peel away the skin’s top layers. This process produces younger-looking skin by separating and removing old, sun-damaged skin, allowing the body to replace it with new, healthy skin. The new skin generated is often smooth, less wrinkled, and more even in color. This makes it a terrific option for those with age spots, sun spots, liver spots, dark spots (after acne heals), and melasma from pregnancy or birth control pills.
Advanced Dermatology, P.C. offers light, medium, and deep options for chemical peels. Light or superficial peels are used to treat acne, rosacea, and pigmentation problems. A medium peel penetrates a little deeper into the skin and can resolve issues that aren’t affected by lighter peels. Deep peels are used for more pronounced wrinkles, scars, and age spots, but your provider might recommend laser skin resurfacing as a more effective option.
Chemical peels are performed in a dermatologist’s office by an experienced doctor, nurse, or physician assistant.
Which Cosmetic Dermatology Skin Treatment Is Right for You?
Whether you’re considering a treatment for dark spots, acne, wrinkles, or sagging, your path to amazing skin should always include the guidance and support of a skilled medical professional.
The best way to find out which popular skin treatments are right for you is to consult your dermatologist. At Advanced Dermatology, P.C., our team of board-certified dermatologists is happy to discuss any of these procedures with you and recommend the best skin treatment options for your skin type and goals.