Cosmetic Dermatology - A New Take on Facials

There is perhaps no cosmetic malady as widespread and worried over than aging. People will go to all measures to prevent the effects of aging and go so far as surgery to rid of the wrinkles that add years to their lives. Facelifts, botox, and laser resurfacing are all popular methods employed to reverse the effects of aging.

The burgeoning frequency of cosmetic dermatology treatments is a testament both to people's concern with their appearance as well as the effectiveness of the treatments in counter-acting the aging effects of wrinkles, blemishes, scarring, etc.

Age unfortunately causes us to lose the elasticity in our skin and the skin becomes looser and less able to maintain a smooth texture; this loss of elasticity causes wrinkles. Age also deteriorates the skin's ability to heal itself, as it becomes thinner and more vulnerable to environmental change. Things such as smoking, sun damage, and stress can accelerate the process of aging and leave your skin looking far older than you actually are. This is more and more becoming a problem for people who experiencing the effects of stress on their skin, and who are self-conscious about their age.

While there exist many procedures that are surgical, cosmetic dermatology is now predominantly performed with lasers and injections. These minimally invasive means are ideal for people who wish to undergo a sequence of treatments, as someone would periodically receive hair cuts, for example. Things such as botox, radiesse, thermage, and laser resurfacing can all be completed within 1 to 2 hours. These treatments are minimally painful and do not require much time for recovery.

It is common for people to begin considering cosmetic dermatology when topical treatments for wrinkles and damaged skin are not drastic enough on their own to reverse the effects of aging. These treatments are not for aging alone, however. The advanced technology of the laser when applied to skin care can help treat other problems, such as spider or varicose veins.

The most common injection treatments are botox and radiesse. These tiny injections act as filler to the fine lines and wrinkles in the skin and serve to re-contour the face, offering small and precise lifts to sagging skin. Radiesse also accelerates the growth of collagen, tightening the skin and improving the health after the treatment has occurred. Lasers are also simple and effective for facial and vein treatment.