Whether your summer filled with barbeques or beach vacations, feeling your absolute best can make the difference in how you carry yourself and ensure all events are enjoyable. If your looks could use a little freshening up, consider these top cosmetic treatments from our Palm Springs specialist.
Refresh skin with facial rejuvenation
With summer weather well underway, many of our patients are spending their free time outdoors or by the pool enjoying the sunshine. To maximize your new sun-sponsored glow, start your summer with facial rejuvenation. Treatments like microneedling or microdermabrasion target the upper layers of skin which contain the most dead or damaged skin cells. By using gentle abrasion or creating microtrauma to the top layer of skin, these popular rejuvenation treatments remove the dead cells while triggering collagen production. This leaves you with smooth, healthy-looking skin.
Tone up with non-invasive body contouring
Looking to hone your bikini body before your next beach vacation? Instead of having to spend days indoors recovering, consider a non-invasive body contouring procedure like CoolSculpting? This fat elimination treatment uses innovative cryolipolysis technology to target unwanted fat cells and freeze them. In the weeks following treatment, your body metabolizes the dead fat cells out of your body, leaving behind a smooth and toned figure.
Beyond great results, another reason we recommend CoolSculpting for patients is that the procedure is totally non-invasive. Instead of requiring incisions and cannulas to get rid of stubborn fat pockets, this procedure uses applicators which attach to the target areas externally – removing the complications and long recovery associated with surgical body contouring.
Add volume and smooth skin with injectables
Glowing skin, full lips, and smooth facial features are all part of the ultimate summer look. But what happens when the aging process starts to leave behind wrinkles or hollows? Enhancing your natural beauty and facial features with dermal fillers like Juvederm or Botox can be an easy step to achieving your cosmetic goals this summer. At Aesthetic Art, these non-invasive injectables are strategically applied throughout the face to ensure your results look natural – not overdone.
Not sure which injectable best suits your need? Our skin specialist Dr. Kato can help you choose the perfect solution for your looks. During your one-on-one consultation, we’ll evaluate the problem areas together and pick the best injectable and brand for you. For patients looking to add volume, dermal fillers like Juvederm and Restalyne are go-to treatments for regaining youthful full facial features. To treat wrinkle and fine lines, we may recommend Botox to help freeze these creases before they deepen.
Save These Treatments for the Winter
While it can be tempting to go all out and address every problem area, summer isn’t always the best time to start your comprehensive cosmetic makeover. Certain procedures such as laser facial rejuvenation, chemical peels, and most plastic surgeries require a certain amount of recovery time that can interfere with summer plans. Spending lots of time outdoors during this critical recovery time can also hinder the healing process and may compromise your results. If you’re considering some of these more advanced treatments, let our specialist know. Together, we can plan a long-term treatment plan for later in the year.
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At Aesthetic Art, we believe that cosmetic care should enhance your natural beauty and self-confidence. Feel beautiful in your skin – schedule a consultation with our cosmetic specialist and find the perfect summer treatment for you!
While Botox may be one of the most recognizable cosmetic brands, new products that leverage the unique properties of the botulinum toxin are constantly hitting the market. In recent years, one of these new inventions, Dysport, has quickly become a popular option for men and women looking for a Botox equivalent. But when it comes down to it, what are the differences between these two wrinkle-fighting options?
The Similarities
Fundamentally, Botox and Dysport are designed to halt the deepening of wrinkles. This is done by leveraging the paralytic properties of the botulinum toxin. A byproduct of the bacteria Clostridium botulinum, this neurotoxin is innocuous in nature but can be deadly if concentrated. When used in cosmetic or medical treatments, the neurotoxin blocks nerve receptors on muscles, causing the targeted muscles to relax and smooth out. In the world of cosmetic treatments, this temporary paralysis is especially useful for proactively and reactively treatment wrinkles caused by muscle spasms and laxity.
Both Botox and Dysport are made using medical grade Botulinum toxin. However, each contains a different potency of the trace proteins. This leads to two different results.
The Benefits of Botox
While Botox has a reputation for being one of the better known cosmetic procedures available, the injectable has become a truly versatile treatment in many fields of medicine. From treating excessive sweating to strabismus, Botox is FDA-approved for many medical procedures. In the world of cosmetic care, the procedure is one of the most requested anti-aging treatments due to its convenience, easy of application and versatile use to nearly all aspects of the face and hands.
Part of the success of Botox comes from how targeted treatment injections are. Once administered, the formula stays put, blocking nerve receptors only near the injection site. While this highly targeted application may require additional injections in order to fully treat lax muscles, the precise nature of treatment makes it perfect for creating a natural-looking appearance.
The Advantages of Dysport
Dysport’s unique formula contains smaller molecules of the botulinum toxin. While this may not seem like much, the smaller size allows the molecules to diffuse from the treatment site and spread to the surrounding area. This makes Dysport ideal for treating larger areas, such as the area between the eyebrows.
The higher potency of the toxin also changes the number of injections a patient needs each treatment. Depending on the depth of existing wrinkles, patients may only need a little amount of the formula to treat glabellar lines. In all, Dysport has been proven to be a highly effective wrinkle treatment.
Which Treatment do I Need?
Choosing the right neurotoxin treatments begins with understanding your needs. While Dysport and Botox offer similar results, there are substantial differences that make each procedure perfect for different patients. While Botox can be applied to nearly all aspects of the face, the diffusion that comes with Dysport makes the treatment a better option for patients with moderate to severe wrinkles between their eyebrows and forehead. During your consultation at our office, Dr. Kato can walk you through other key differences to help you better identify which solution best suits your needs.
Explore Your Options with Dr. Kato
Whether you’re smoothing fine lines and keeping deep wrinkles from progressing, there’s an anti-aging procedure that’s perfect for you. Call Dr. Kato and schedule a consultation with our Palm Springs specialist to learn more about your treatment options.
Today, men of all ages are requesting plastic surgery to boost their confidence. Some of the men’s goals are to have a more defined jawline, rejuvenate their skin, and encourage hair growth. There are many non-surgical procedures that are perfect for men to enhance their appearance.
To see which treatment best suits your needs, schedule a consultation today!
Wedding season is approaching, and several of our non-surgical procedures are becoming bridal shower favorites. If you are a bride looking to undergo a few quick facial rejuvenation treatments before your big day, we have good news for you. Read our infographic below to find out what we recommend to help you get wedding ready.
Schedule a consultation and see if you are a candidate for these benefits.
As we get older, it is normal to experience the undesired signs of aging, including wrinkles and lines. Whether the actual culprit is age or genetics, you may get to a point where you want to pursue cosmetic treatment.
At Aesthetic Art in Palm Springs, CA, we are here to help you reach your cosmetic goals and provide you with a list of your best options for your needs. Too often, patients assume their only option is surgical intervention. However, surgery isn’t the only option available.
You are most likely familiar with facelift procedures. A facelift can counteract the negative signs of aging, but if you are looking for alternative long-term rejuvenation options that do not include a facelift, you’ve come to the right place!
Choosing the Best Rejuvenation Treatment for You
Botox/Dysport
While Botox and Dysport aren’t the exact same product, each is a brand of a botulinum toxin type A injectable that treats forehead lines, crow’s feet, frown lines, and more.
Each of these injectables are popular at our facility because they are both minimally invasive. You can receive quick, effective results without surgery. Injections are generally administered every four to six months, take about fifteen minutes to perform, and require no recovery or downtime.
Depending on the patient’s specific needs and post-treatment goals, Dr. Kato can help determine whether Botox or Dysport is the best option.
Fillers
Our facility offers a variety of fillers to choose from, such as Juvederm, Voluma, Volbella, Restylane, and Refyne/Defyne.
Dermal fillers are a popular choice at our office, and when injected by a skilled and trained professional, can effectively fill in wrinkles and facial lines. The purpose of fillers is to add volume to the skin, resulting in a more youthful appearance. Fillers a composed of a smooth gel with powerful active ingredients that can be injected quickly and safely. There is no downtime or recovery period associated with fillers, so it is perfect for patients that are on the go.
Though the fillers we offer ultimately have the same agenda, depending on skin type, tone, and post-treatment goals, a patient may choose one dermal filler over the other. After a quick and pain-free consultation, we can determine which filler would be best for you.
Sculptra
Sculptra is an injectable that can effectively soften the appearance of wrinkles, as well as restore volume to the face and replenish collagen to the skin. Due to Sculptra’s main ingredient—Poly-L-Lactic Acid—results can last up to two years.
Patients pursuing Sculptra will often need to receive multiple injections, generally two to four treatments six weeks apart. The solution will be injected deep into the dermis, allowing it to reach the deepest levels of the skin. Often considered a “pain-free” injection, topical cream and anesthetic can be used upon a patient’s request.
Unlike a traditional facelift, there is no downtime or recovery period needed after a Sculptra treatment. Temporary side effects may include swelling, redness, tenderness, and/or bruising—which are all normal and will subside within a few days.
Kybella
You don’t have to pursue a full facelift procedure to get rid of your double chin; Kybella can give you the sleeker neckline you’ve always wanted. This simple, prescribed medication can permanently eliminate your double chin following a few minor injections.
FDA-approved, Kybella’s main ingredient is deoxycholic acid. This specific acid is a fat-burning substance that occurs naturally in the body. When deoxycholic acid is injected underneath the chin, it effectively eliminates the fat cells that cause submental fullness. After the fat cells are destroyed, they are naturally flushed from the body and never return.
PRP Facial
PRP (platelet rich plasma) facials are becoming more and more popular among patients, particularly those who want powerful, rejuvenating results. To achieve these results, we use components of the patient’s own blood, resulting in an easy, quick, pain-free experience.
The process begins by gently creating small tears on the desired treatment area through microneedling and spreading the PRP serum over these tears. PRP instantly creates volume, successfully lifting features and filling in wrinkles. This serum stimulates cell growth, encouraging the migration of fresh cells to the surface of the skin.
Following treatment, patients are permitted to immediately return to their daily schedules. Mild side effects may include redness, soreness, and/or swelling, but there is no need for pain medication. Multiple treatments may be necessary for maximum results. Depending on the patient and number of treatments received, results could last anywhere from nine months to two years.
Nova Threads
Another popular non-surgical alternative to a Facelift is the thread lift. Nova Threads are absorbable sutures that lift sagging skin to create a rejuvenated appearance without surgery. Best of all, a thread lift is an in-office procedure that takes only thirty minutes and does not require anesthesia. These sutures are made with polydioxanone and can be safely absorbed by the body after placement.
There are two types of sutures used for this procedure and both accomplish different but effective results. Barbed sutures are used to pull the skin and mimic a lower facelift. Smooth sutures, on the other hand, are used to promote collagen production without any tightening effects.
If you elect barbed sutures, Dr. Kato will place the threads with very fine needles underneath the skin. Then, they are pulled taut to create a lifting effect that results in a tighter jawline, the elimination of lines and jowls, and lifted cheeks.
It’s common to want to fight the negative signs of aging. You don’t have to get a facelift or other invasive procedure to accomplish this goal. Invasive procedures are often painful, expensive, and require recovery time. Instead, take advantage of the non-surgical treatments aesthetic medicine has to offer.
To learn more about facelift alternatives for long-term rejuvenation, or to schedule a consultation, contact the professional staff at Aesthetic Art in Palm Springs, CA today by calling (760) 610-5558.