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Utilizing a skin care regimen post facial surgery

The Iowa-based plastic surgeon discusses the importance of utilizing a skin care regimen to maintain beautiful skin post facial surgery.

Deciding to undergo facial plastic surgery is an investment; however, investing in a skin care regimen prior to and after facial surgery is equally as important to preserving the goal that was achieved.

Incorporating a skin care regimen before or after any facial reconstructive surgery will help to speed the recovery process and enhance the results of the surgery while maintaining healthy, youthful looking skin for the long…

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Chemical peels offer minimally-invasive solution to facial rejuvenation for all skin types

The words "chemical peel" could make those unfamiliar with the procedure's benefits anxious; however, chemical peels are really just a form of exfoliation, a minimally-invasive and essential component of facial rejuvenation. Chemical peels optimize skin health and are beneficial for all skin types, skin colors and ages.

Peels help remove damaged outer layers allowing a fresh, new layer of skin cells to naturally emerge. This results in both a renewing and therapeutic experience for the patient. If this renewal process could be achieved for every organ in the body,…

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Prepare your skin before your next big event.

The Los Angeles based dermatologist and official dermatologist for the judges and contestants on the past season finale of ABC's Dancing With the Stars shares how you can prepare your skin for a big event.

The pressure to look our best before a special event can wreak havoc on our skin - often resulting in embarrassing blemishes and dull, tired-looking skin. Stress causes the body to increase production of the stress hormone "cortisol" which causes the skin's oil glands to kick into overdrive, increasing oil production that can cause stress-related acne - even…

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Sun damage and how to treat it.

Photoaging refers to the damage that is done to the skin from prolonged exposure, over a person's lifetime, to UV radiation. Sun freckles (also known as liver spots, although they have nothing to do with the liver), irregular pigmentation and dilated blood vessels (often referred to as "broken" blood vessels) are some examples. Other examples of photoaging include fine lines and laxity from the loss of elastic fibers and healthy collagen.

To understand the difference between photoaged vs non-photoaged skin, look no further than your arms and chin. Notice how the…

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Post Procedure care

Optimal care during the recovery of a procedure allows for better post-procedure results. Post-procedure skin requires special care in order to minimize negative reactions and heal quickly. It is imperative for providers to optimize the healing during this phase.

One of the ways I do this is by recommending SkinMedica's TNS products following surgeries and laser procedures. These products have a unique human growth factor solution that plays a crucial role in skin tissue growth and repair.

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What is Thermage?

Thermage is a non-invasive treatment that applies radiofrequency energy to the skin. It works by heating the deeper dermis and subcutaneous layers to tighten existing collagen and tissue and stimulate new collagen production.

Thermage products permit me to lift, tighten and contour in a way that nothing else currently can. Just one session is all it takes to see significant results in my patients. And best of all, there is NO down time.

It's commonly used on the face to smooth out wrinkles and renew facial contours. It's also an excellent solution for cellulite and…

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The renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Moradi discusses noninvasive procedures.

As a facial plastic surgeon my expertise lies in facelifts, although I feel fortunate to practice at a time when there are many noninvasive procedures available to rejuvenate the face.

The aging baby boomer population has ignited the innovation of newer and less invasive procedures so that one can continue to look young without having to take any time off of work.

As the number of invasive facial procedures has continued to decline gradually, the number of non-invasive procedures has risen exponentially. Skin care, Botox and fillers are now the corner stone of facial…

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The Washington, D.C. cosmetic surgeon and laser expert shares her thoughts on Peels

Chemical peeling has been around for eons, and nose jobs and fat injections were happening even a century ago. What's different now is that we have more efficient technology for making ourselves over, and this gives us better and safer results with less recovery time.

The media often portray cosmetic surgery negatively and depict those who've had it as victims. But, in almost a decade and a half as a cosmetic surgeon, I've seen time and time again that cosmetic surgery for the right reason can actually be uplifting and empowering.

To me, the right reason is to balance…

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