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Dr. Linde is an international beauty expert and an acclaimed keynote speaker at conferences all over the world. He is specialized in the treatment of fat pads, wrinkles and transformations of the skin with the latest, most innovative technologies. Dr. Linde trains doctors in his international Academies and enjoys passing on his knowledge as well as his experience in the field of aesthetics.

Every year, Dr. Linde performs approximately 700 vein surgeries, 650 liposuctions and 2000 face treatments with botulinum toxin/filler.

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Thank you for your trust in us.

A young, fresh appearance is an expression of health, attractiveness and performance. For over 15 years, we have specialized in making you look even better. Our approach: minimally invasive, innovative treatments that are individually tailored to your wishes and needs.

Your comfort and absolute satisfaction is our priority, to exceed your expectations is our daily goal.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Dr. med. Nikolaus Linde & his Team

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Wrinkles

Wrinkles are visible signs of aging, which are easily treatable nowadays. For optimal results, each wrinkle requires an individual treatment. Small wrinkles respond well to the targeted application of lasers, IPL Systems, Radio Frequency (Pellevé™), JetPeel®, Peelings as well as Microdermabrasion.

Medium wrinkles can perfectly be treated using botulinum toxin. Occasionally, the use of so-called fillers such as hyaluronic acid or autologous fat is required to achieve optimal results.

Deep wrinkles need, depending on the location, a combination of botulinum toxin and fillers.

WRINKLE TREATMENT

Forehead wrinkles

Forehead wrinkles are caused by facial expressions (brow thinker, front pleat) and require a specific treatment. The targeted use of botulinum toxin leads to a rapid, long-lasting result. An operation (lifting) should only be considered if there is excessive wrinkle formation.

Glabella wrinkles (frown wrinkles)

The wrinkles on the frown line between the eyes, — just below the forehead, — usually occur between the age of 40 and 50. The need to focus more, the decrease in visual acuity as well as increased stress perception lead to facial expressions around the eyes which enhance wrinkle growth. The result is a wrinkle on the Glabella, which becomes deeper by age. Botulinum toxin is the preferred choice of treatment. Depending on the depth of the wrinkles, an additional filler material might be necessary.

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Laugh wrinkles (crow feet)

Laugh lines, also called “crows feet” are caused by facial expressions, usually laughter. The choice of treatment is to reduce the tension of the facial muscles. This works very well using botulinum toxin, if necessary, also in combination with an additional filler material.

Lower eyelid wrinkles

Lower eyelid wrinkles usually occur with eye bags and can successfully be treated using micro-injections of botulinum toxin. Depending on the severity, the use of fractional CO₂ laser technology is advisable in combination with Pellevé™ radio frequency therapy, resulting in tightening by heating the tissue. In some cases, a deep exfoliation can achieve a lasting result.

Eye bags and eye circles

Eye bags under the eyes are caused by an increase of fatty tissue in the area under the eyes. They can easily be removed by operative measures.

The injection of autologous fat (possibly in combination with the application of a fractionated CO₂ laser) results in the disappearing of the eye circles. Depending on the diagnosis, Carboxytherapy can also be used to reduce fat deposits under the eyes.

Nasolabial wrinkles

The deep crease between nose and mouth requires an individually tailored treatment plan. Depending on the cause of wrinkles (facial expression, or the lack of fat in the cheeks), different treatment approaches are recommended. This crease always requires volume which can be achieved using hyaluronic acid, Sculptra®, Radiesse®, or autologous fat.

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Upper lip/mouth wrinkles

Upper lip wrinkles are usually deep. It is important to check if the wrinkles are visible while the mouth is at rest or during movement only (smoking, “Saying-O”). The treatment of choice is the injection of hyaluronic acid into the lip border between the lip vermilion and the lip white. The skin of the upper lip is thereby stabilized, wrinkles no longer occur. Depending on the diagnosis, the patient’s other wrinkles can also be injected with less viscous hyaluronic acid. The end result is perfectly natural and aesthetically beautiful. Depending on the facial expressions, it is also necessary to switch off the muscles of the upper lip by injecting botulinum toxin.

The same is also possible in the area of the lower lip. Depending on the wrinkle pattern, the use of laser treatment can be considered, provided that a lot of small wrinkles (cobblestone pattern) are present above the lip.

Hanging mouth angles

Hanging mouth angles often lead to a sad, tense appearance. A mouth-lifting procedure through targeted injections of hyaluronic acid lifts the corners of the mouth, resulting in a pleasant expression. In strong cases of hanging mouth angles, the use of botulinum toxin should be complemented to reduce the symptoms. The final result is a natural, fresher, younger look.

Other wrinkles

Other wrinkles, which are visible across the face, — for example wrinkles that run between the chin and the lower lip, — should be treated with filler materials to achieve an optimal result.

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PRODUCTS

Botulinum toxin

Botulinum toxin is a protein, which is derived from the bacterium clostridium botulinum. Botulinum toxin inhibits the transmission from nerves to muscle cells, reducing muscle contractions, weakening contractions or even completely disabling such contractions depending on dosage. The effect of the substance is limited to the area in which the botulinum toxin has been injected. It takes 7-10 days for the drug to spread in the muscles, the maximum effect can be observed approximately 4 weeks after the injection. The final result lasts for a few weeks up to a few months. After 3 months, the effect of botulinum toxin will slowly start to decrease. It takes about 6 months for the substance to completely vanish.

Hyaluronic acid (Filler)

Youthful skin is mainly based on an endogenous substance — hyaluronic acid. Its main function is to absorb water and retain it. After the injection, particles of the hyaluronic acid gel are slowly spreading within the body. During this process, the gel is replaced by water. The less concentrated the gel becomes, the more water it can absorb. When totally absorbed, the gel disappears unnoticed from the body.

Small quantities of the crystal-clear hyaluronic acid gel are injected under the skin using very thin needles. The gel gives the skin a natural volume and smoothens wrinkles. The result is a healthy, glowing look.

Autologous fat

Autologous fat is an ideal filling material for wrinkles, as it is easily obtainable in large quantities. Autologous fat is usually obtained in an outpatient session via a special liposuction technique. The fat can subsequently be stored for up to 3 years during which it can be repeatedly used to treat wrinkles.

Since body fat is a natural product, impurities or allergic rejections are not possible.

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Recent studies have shown that autologous fat contains many stem cells — cells that can transform into body tissue — at the location of injection. Long-term success using autologous fat treatment on the face can easily be achieved, in about 70% of the cases the results of a single treatment are permanent. The end result always looks natural, and a correction-treatment is not necessary.

Radiesse®

Radiesse® is a synthetic, injectable dermal filler consisting of calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres, which are dissolved in a water-based gel carrier. Calcium hydroxyapatite is naturally present in human tissue.

Radiesse® is more than just a wrinkle filler. While other fillers such as collagen and hyaluronic acid are usually degraded by the body within a few months by the immune system, Radiesse® stimulates the body’s own collagen production, leading to a permanent result over years.

Sculptra®

Sculptra® is an injectable poly-L-lactic acid that stimulates the production of new collagen. Thereby, the elasticity and density of the tissue as well as the firmness of the skin improve. The new collagen creates volume and reduces signs of facial aging. Depending on the results and expectations of the patients, 1-4 sessions are necessary for optimal results.

The effects last up to 2 years. Due to the natural aging process, the skin can lose its elasticity, and a refresher treatment becomes necessary.

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Lips

Increasingly, the reconstruction of natural-looking, aesthetically beautiful lips is desired.

Dr. Linde works with various substances such as hyaluronic acid and autologous fat. He mainly deals with the area of the vermilion, which can be modeled and accentuated. This produces very good results, which may persist depending on the material used for several months up to several years.

DR. LINDE‘S “PAINLESS” TREATMENT

Treatments can be uncomfortable and painful. Dr. Linde perfected the “Painless” method in order to give patients an optimal result without undergoing pain. During the treatment, the patient will be anesthetized which corresponds to a sensation of “feeling tipsy”.

After the treatment, the patient can go straight back to work or other daily activities.

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Chubby Cheeks

Hanging cheeks, also known as “hamster cheeks”, can be treated with the latest techniques based on radio frequency.

Devices such as Accent® Ultra and Pellevé™ can emit radio wave heat under the skin exactly where it is needed — in the area of collagen. The collagen begins to regenerate and form new fibers. The result is a tightening of the facial skin, making “hamster cheeks” disappear.

2-4 treatments are usually required to achieve the best results.

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Skin Rejuvenation

Pellevé™

Pellevé™ is a new treatment method using the heat of radio frequency to stimulate collagen growth.

A face looks fresh and young because of its volume, collagen is what makes the skin firm and elastic. With increasing age, the collagen build slows down resulting in a flabby skin tone. The skin becomes saggy and forms wrinkles. At the same time, the fat under the cheeks disappears which further enhances the laxity of the skin’s appearance. The result: an old and tired look. Through a re-growth of collagen, this natural aging process can be halted at a certain degree. The face looks younger, fresher and healthier.

JetPeel®

JetPeel® is a brand new high-tech procedure for skin rejuvenation based on the idea of a jet. The principle is simple: oxygen and water are massively accelerated by the nozzle effect (“jet”) and “shot” onto the skin. Due to the high speed, both molecules penetrate the skin painlessly up to 4mm. The addition of vitamins, nutrients and other substances that nourish and revitalize the skin enhance the treatment. JetPeel® allows these substances to reach deep under the skin where they are needed. They promote the growth of collagen and fibroblasts, improve blood circulation, moisturize the skin and tone the muscles. Simultaneously, the skin surface is “peeled” and freed from old layers of skin. The aging process can therefore be stopped and reversed.

The ideal treatment takes place over 1-2 weekly intervals, 3 treatments are usually enough for a visible change. The result: a fresher, more beautiful, well-vascularized skin, which is characterized by greater elasticity and natural shine.

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Peeling

The chemical peeling is an effective method to remove wrinkles in the facial area and freshen up weather-damaged skin (such as the formation of small vessels or stains).

The top layer of the skin is “peeled off” through the use of chemical substances. Shortly afterwards, a new and much smoother skin layer will be formed. Chemical peelings (dermabrasion) use different solutions, such as fruit acids, trichloro-acetic acid, Jessner solution or phenol. An exact analysis of the skin, which needs to undergo treatment, has to be made prior to the treatment. Depending on the patient’s skin and expectations, an adequate peeling is chosen that yields the best results.

Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion — also called “Sandpeel” or “Powerpeel” — is one of the smoothest, safest and best ways to treat aging, sun damaged or scarred skin and improve its appearance significantly. Unlike other peeling methods, Microdermabrasion is gentle, painless and does not cause skin damage. Microdermabrasion is commonly used pre- or post-treatment, in combination with laser treatments or for acne treatment. Tiny crystals are blown onto the skin, which are then absorbed in fractions of seconds together with the dead skin cells. This results in an efficient but gentle removal of the uppermost skin layer. The mechanical irritation stimulates collagen formation. Afterwards, highly effective biological and/or hormonal substances that are missing in the skin’s natural regeneration are massaged onto the skin using an ultrasound probe. This treatment is completely painless.

For optimal results, we recommend a therapy with weekly treatments over 6-12 weeks. The frequency of treatments depends on the degree of skin damage. Microdermabrasion is suitable for patients of all ages and skin texture.

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Mesotherapy

Mesotherapy introduces certain substances under the skin using micro-injections which then lead to a stimulation of the lymphs and the blood flow. This effect is maximized through the injections themselves as well as the selection of substances used.

Every two centimeters, a micro-injection is introduced into the skin. The injection itself is a little uncomfortable but not painful. The treatment lasts 10-30 minutes, you can go home afterwards. The effects start to show after a few hours, repetitive treatments are necessary to achieve permanent results.

Mesotherapy begins with weekly intervals, which comprise 5-10 sessions. After 4-6 weeks, bi-weekly treatments suffice and afterwards, only monthly or bi-monthly treatments are necessary.

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Laser Center

Dr. Linde and his team are specialized on laser technology treatments for the following skin problems:

• treatment of enlarged veins and spider veins in the face

• permanent hair removal with IPL technology systems and the new SHR technique

• procedures for skin improvement and wrinkle treatment

• treatment of liver spots

• removal of no longer desired tattoos

• treatment of scars

• removal of fibroids and seborrhoeic keratoses (senile warts)

• laser treatment of acute acne / acne scars

• removal of stretch marks

Only the combination of the latest laser technologies lead to the best results without side effects. For this reason, Dr. Linde offers a variety of lasers including CO₂ laser (continuous and pulsed), fractionated CO₂ laser, Ellipse flash lamp, high power Q-switched Nd: YAG 1064/532nm, Harmony with Pain Free Laser / Hair Free technology, 360nm skin rejuvenation, Cooled Long Pulsed Nd: YAG 1064nm, 755nm alexandrite.

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Beauty

Our professional team at the BEAUTYCLINIC will ensure that you look effortlessly perfect, around the clock, on all stages of life. No matter if permanent make-up, facials, full lashes or a stylish manicure/pedicure: trust our experts.

For more information visit www.beautyclinic.ch

www.drlinde.com

Dr. Linde St. GallenSilberturmRorschacherstrasse 1509006 St. Gallen

Tel. +41 (0)844 44 66 88info@drlinde.com

Dr. Linde Züricham StauffacherBadenerstrasse 298020 Zürich

Tel. +41 (0)844 44 66 88info@drlinde.com