Laser Scar Removal
Surgical and traumatic scars can often end up being much bigger or more prominent than expected. Dr. Schewiger explains that, “For patients who want to improve the appearance of their scars, there are two options: surgical scar revision and laser scar treatments.” Surgical scar revision involves surgically removing the scar in a manner that will [...]
Top Skin Care Ingredient You Need to Know About: Micelle
If you are religious about keeping your skin clean, then you should know about micelle, an ingredient that helps gets complexions squeaky clean and debris-free. Micelle is a cluster of molecules that attracts and repels water at the same time. When micelle is applied to the skin, it instantly attracts any dirt, debris and makeup [...]
Best Eye Cream Ingredients
With so many beauty choices in the department store, it is tricky to know what works and what doesn’t. Eye creams are no different. There are many “of the moment” ingredients that have yet to prove themselves, but these must be separated out from the effective ingredients scientifically proven to make a difference in your [...]
New Anti-Aging Treatment to Know: Laviv
There’s a new dermal filler on the market that fights wrinkles by using your own skin cells. Laviv is the first FDA-approved therapy to clone your skin’s collagen-producing cells to treat the nasolabial folds (aka laugh lines). The dermatologist takes a sample of your skin cells from behind the ear and sends them to the [...]
How To Treat Red Marks After Acne
The most frustrating thing about acne is often the red mark left behind after the acne clears. Even our patients with very mild acne can experience this red acne mark left for months after a pimple clears. Dr. Schweiger explains that, “This phenomenon is called post-inflammatory erythema. Erythematous patches can be left behind after any [...]
What to Expect During: Botox Injections
Many patients wonder and imagine what the actual procedure will be like before they commit to a specific treatment. Whether you’re nervous about the needle itself or are concerned about the downtime, these factors can play into whether you decide to get a treatment or not. Here, a glance at what you will experience during [...]
Natural Lip Enhancement
Many of our female patients want to have lip augmentation, but they are nervous that they will look “done” or that the lip enhancement will be obvious. The truth is that lip enhancement can be very subtle and still have a a positive effect on your appearance. Dermal fillers, such as Restylane and Juvederm, are [...]
Anti-Aging Ingredient Focus: Epidermal Growth Factor
There has been a lot of recent buzz about a the anti-aging ingredient Epidermal Growth Factor. What is it exactly and how does it work? Epidermal (meaning skin) Growth Factor is naturally found in our bodies and stimulates cellular growth, which is important for obtaining young and glowing skin. As we get older, the skin [...]
What is the Difference Between Deodorant and Antiperspirant?
Deodorant and antiperspirant are often confused. It is importance to know the difference, especially for patients with excessive sweating. Antiperspirants prevent sweating, while deodorants prevent odor from sweating. Dr. Schweiger explains that, “Antiperspirants contain an aluminum-based ingredient, which causes the sweat ducts to close. Deodorants contain ingredients that neutralize the odor of sweat. Many patients [...]
Anti-Aging Solutions: A Younger Looking Jawline
As we age, our faces begin to change shape. We lose volume in some areas of the face, such as the cheeks and under the eyes, while other areas become fuller. One area that falls prey to aging is the jawline, which becomes less defined and starts blending into the neck area and starts to [...]
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