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Are you interestedin Laser Hair Removal?

Schedule a consultation with our

staff to find out if it is right for you.

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Laser Hair Removal - Underarm

Bay Oaks Dermatology is now offering

the state-of-the-art, high-speed DUETTM

permanent hair reduction treatment. This

treatment option for hair removal is great

news for both men and women, since backs and legs can

now be treated comfortably in about 15-20 minutes, with no

need for topical anesthetics or messy treatment gel.

For years, women and men have subjected themselves to

painful, temporary methods of hair removal. Today, laserhair removal is a more viable alternative to shaving, waxing

and plucking than ever before. In fact, nearly 1.3 million

Americans underwent laser hair removal in 2009 due to its

proven safety and effectiveness.

The high-speed DUETTM

produces a larger beam of highly

concentrated light. The light emitted is well absorbed by

the pigment located in the hair follicles (melanin). During the

hair removal procedure, the laser pulses for a fraction of a

second, allowing the hair to absorb the light and heat up.

This significantly reduces the hairs ability to regrow, andresults in permanent hair reduction over time.

Because hair grows in phases, a series of treatments will

be needed to remove the hair that subsequently enters the

growth phase. Treatments are generally spaced 6-8 weeks

apart to compensate for this.

Following laser hair removal the treated area may appear

slightly red, but this is usually minimal and gone within a

few hours. If you have tanned skin or have been exposed to

a lot of sunlight, you may be asked to wait until the tan has

subsided to begin treatment.

Additionally, the treated area must be shaved close to the

skin immediately prior to treatment - this can be done at

home and we will assist in shaving the hard-to-reach areas

in the office. Three weeks prior to treatment, patients are toldnot to use hair removal products such as gels and waxes.

Laser Hair Removal

Problem Areas Underarm

Chest

Bikini

Back

Chin

Legs

Arm

Benefits Fast treatment times

Virtually pain free

Permanent hair reduction


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While many people think of aging as merely

getting wrinkles, it is also commonly

associated with the loss of volume in the

face. Skin loses collagen and elasticity as we age. Facial

features once accentuated by fullness can become marked

by more severe contours and thin skin. We are able to

help these patients by adding youthful volume to the face.

Fillers are an ideal way of achieving the desired result. The

procedure can be performed with minimal to no downtime

and without the expense associated with surgery.

The most popular of facial fillers are hyaluronic acid (HA)

fillers. HA occurs naturally in the skin, but these building

blocks deplete as we get older. When injected into the skin

the HA attracts water to the site resulting in a look that is

soft and natural. HA fillers are reversible, have a low risk of

side-effects and also long lasting results.

While fillers are a safe solution for someone wanting to

freshen their look, the outcome greatly depends on

the experience and skill of the injector. It is important tomake sure the person providing your treatment has been

properly trained and has experience treating the desired

area. Our providers are highly trained in the art of fillers and

have expert knowledge of facial symmetry and balance to

produce natural, youthful results.

Facial Fillers

Problem Areas Lines around the mouth

Dark circles under eyes

Marionette lines (jowls)

Sagging cheek bones Thin lips

Key Points Fillers are commonly used to fill in

deep smile lines and the lips.

Facial fillers can be expected to last

six to twelve months or longer.

The procedure is short and most

patients return to their normal routine

immediately following the treatment.

AFTERBEFORE

Facial Fillers - Nasolabial Folds

Are you interestedin Facial Fillers?

Schedule a consultation to

find out if it is right for you.


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We all want clear vibrant skin, but nature has

a way of sabotaging us with frustrating

imperfections. As we age, and sun damage

leaves their mark on our skin. Fortunately, photorejuvenation

techniques have advanced beyond the painful procedures

of the past. Our Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) photofacial

system offers comfortable and effective photofacials for the

treatment of sun damage and visible veins.

IPL uses short bursts of high energy light to penetrateinto the skin and correct a variety of abnormalities. It has

been used to effectively treat the redness associated with

rosacea, removal of broken facial veins and brown spots

associated with sun damage. One of the advantages of IPL

is that it is non-ablative and noninvasive, meaning it does

not involve surgery or destruction of the skin.

IPL is similar to laser therapies in that it uses a beam of light to

target pigmentation and wrinkles and eliminate them with

heat. However, instead of using just one color, or wavelength,

of light, IPL uses a range of wavelengths. This gives ourproviders the ability to adjust how deep in the skin the light

goes and what structures it targets. Different structures

in the skin absorb different wavelengths of the light more

effectively. This prevents the use of excessive energy and

damage to other layers of the skin.

IPL treatments involves five visits spaced three to six

weeks apart. The procedure takes about 45 minutes and

patients can return to their normal routine immediately

IPL infrequently causes some side effects including mild

discomfort during treatment and skin turning pink, freckling

mild swelling and feeling a little sore immediately after the

procedure. Side effects are minimal and typically fade within

two weeks of the procedure.

Intense Pulsed Light

Problem Areas Hands

Arms

Chest

Neck

Face

Targets Rosacea

Spider Veins

Brown Spots

Poikiloderma

AFTERBEFORE

Intense Pulsed Light - Brown Spots

Are you interestedin Skin Rejuvenation?




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Are you interested in

Microdermabrasion?



Painless, noninvasive and effective, microdermabra-

sion can revitalize dull skin, generating a younger,

healthier look. Among its many benefits are a re-

duction of large pores, erasing of fine lines and wrinkles,

reduction of acne scars, mild pigment irregularities, stretch

marks and age spots. What makes microdermabrasion one

of the most popular facial cosmetic treatments in America is

its short duration and lack of downtime. Often described as

a lunchtime facial, microdermabrasion can be done dur-

ing your lunch break in 30 to 60 minutes and doesnt require

rest. Patients can go back to their daily routine immediately

after the procedure.

Over time, skin becomes dull and can accumulate blemish-

es, scars and signs of aging. It is inevitable to run into these

undesirable effects, but microdermabrasion provides a sim-

ple solution to restoring a healthy appearance. During the

treatment, your provider will use a hand held wand to gently

resurface the skin. This gentle abrasion uses a fine spray of

crystal that breaks up dead skin and other imperfections to

create a glowing look. Depending on the provider, the wand

can use a variety of crystals such as aluminum oxide, so-

dium bicarbonate, or diamond. Microdermabrasion works

much like a vacuum exfoliator that buffs the skin to enhance

skin texture, and improve circulation and lymph flow.

The treatment serves to partially or completely remove the

top layer of the skin. It improves the appearance of scars

and dark spots while working to remove dull, damaged skin

While microdermabrasion is most effective for patients in

the early stages of aging, teens have also benefited from

this technique as it can reduce mild acne. The procedure

is considered effective for most skin types and can be per

formed on the face, neck, chest, back, feet and hands.

Microdermabrasion is not known to be associated with any

adverse side effects. However, the skin may appear slightly

red for up to 24 hours after the treatment. Patients shouldnot undergo microdermabrasion if they have been using the

acne drug Accutanewithin the preceding 12 months. Preg-

nant women and young teens are also discouraged from

undergoing the procedure as hormone imbalances may

lead to unanticipated effects on the skin.

Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion

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Benefits

Healthy glow Improves tone

Improves texture

Removes dull skin


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Whether you look tired, need a quick refresher,

are troubled by crows-feet or have deep furrow

lines and wrinkles, a neurotoxin treatment

might be the solution for you. Common neuromodulators

used are Dysport and BOTOX. Neuromodulators are

best known for quickly and effectively relaxing age-related

wrinkles and are the ideal solution for someone who wants

to look better without anyone knowing what you had done.

By relaxing the muscles responsible for wrinkles, you can

smooth away trouble areas that often cause people to look

much older than they are.

A quick treatment can help reverse the signs of aging and

provide subtle and natural facial contouring. The treatment

is used cosmetically to achieve a more restful and smooth

appearance of the areas treated. For cosmetic purposes,

the neuromodulator is generally administered around the

eyes (often called crows-feet), between the brows and

in the forehead. While these treatments have increased

in popularity worldwide due to their safe and predictable

results, patients should be cautious about where they go to

get treated and who is providing the service to ensure a safe

and natural outcome.

Results of your treatment depend greatly on the injectors

experience, techniques and artistic eye. Many people who

have been treated and have a frozen or unnatural look were

most likely not treated properly. When treated correctly, no

one should be able to tell that you had a treatment; you

should simply look refreshed. The treatment itself takes

around 30 minutes and most patients begin to see the

effects of within a few days of their treatment, though it can

take up to two weeks to see complete results. The benefits

typically last for 3 to 4 months. Side effects are very rare and

minor in nature. By visiting our facility you will be assured

you are receiving the highest in quality and care.

Neuromodulators

Problem Areas Forehead

Crows-Feet

Between the brows

Treatment Info

Results in 2 to 10 days

Less than 10 minutes Return to your normalroutine immediately

Lasts 3 to 4 months

Neuromodulator - Wrinkles between the eyes

Are you interested

in Neuromodulators?

Schedule a consultation to find

out if it is right for you.

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