From your state-of-the-art dermatologic and cosmetic office Winter 2008/2009

Communication is important to us – don’t be afraid to ask questions!

Park ridge dermatology with Steven mandrea, md, Faad

From the office of Dr. Steven Mandrea

Season’s Greetings

And all the best!The holiday season is here, and

with it a chance for all of us to give all of you a heartfelt thanks for your loyalty and friendship during the past year.

As the New Year draws closer, many of us are inspired by our anticipation of everything a new beginning can offer. This is the time of year when each of us considers how we can make the coming year the best that it can be.

We intend to make this New Year our personal and professional best by continuing to provide you with leading-edge dermatological care in an atmosphere that is as warm, relaxed, and as welcoming as we can make it.

Our entire practice team hopes your holidays are happy, healthy, and filled with family and friends.

Have a wonderful holiday,

Steven Mandrea, MD

Holiday Greetings!

A Slimmer YouWith minimal recovery time

Don’t Cover Up!Help for unsightly veins

We know what an unsightly nuisance facial “spider veins” can be: they’re bothersome, unattractive, and to many people they’re a sure sign of aging.

We can provide effective treatment of these conditions using cosmetic lasers that literally make the offending vessels disappear. The laser is highly selective as well, thus guaranteeing that only the visible vessels are targeted and removed.

There are many causes of these red facial veins: exposure to the sun, oral contraceptives, age, hormone therapy, or simply genetics can all be the culprits, but you don’t have to live with them. Laser treatment is non-invasive, effective, and well-tolerated. Treatment time is only about twenty minutes, and you’ll be able to return to work the next day. Results are apparent immediately.

Dr. Mandrea’s office is now offering

Amino Acid Peels! Through March we are offering 5

Amino Acid peels for $300The peels do the following:

Help lighten dark spots and facial rednessCleanse pores

Even out skin tone

What Is The Right Choice For You?

There are many methods to assist in treating the appearance of wrinkles. Because the treatment for each individual is so specific, we always recommend a personalized consultation to help you decide what treatment would best suit your needs to fulfill your desired results. Here is a list of those treatments and procedures most commonly used.

Lakeview Dermatology is proud to offer liposuction using only local tumescent anesthesia. Almost any area of the body may be treated, the most common being abdomen, female hips and thighs, neck, and male waist (love handles).

Ideal liposuction candidates are at or near their maximum weight, in good overall health, and not obese. Localized deposits of fat accumulation that do not respond to diet and exercise alone are easily treated with tumescent liposuction.

Liposuction using only local anesthesia consistently produces excellent results, and has been proven to be the safest way to undergo liposuction. Only one or two areas are treated during a particular session, thus avoiding the risks of mega-liposuction performed under general anesthesia. When the patient is awake and able to participate in their own positioning, the aesthetic results are enhanced and true liposculpture can be achieved.

With liposuction only by local anesthesia, recovery time is minimal and most patients are able to return to work the next day! Soreness may persist for one to two weeks, but this is quite tolerable for virtually all patients.

Prices are $3000 – $6000

depending upon area and size

Visit our extremely informative website www.lakeviewderm.com for more special offers!

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Collagen Replacement: Cosmoderm® and Prevelle Silk™

The layers of your skin contain collagen, and similar to hyaluronan, the production of collagen reduces with age, causing wrinkles. There’s a variety of collagens whose origins range from natural sources to human bio-engineered (synthetic). As a lunchtime procedure, benefits are immediate, though slight irritation may occur.

Hyaluronic Acid: Juvéderm™, Perlane® and Elevesse®

These gels were created as a replacement for hyaluronan which keeps your skin moist. As time progresses, hyaluronan loses its water volume causing skin to crease and sag. Once injected, these derma (skin) fillers boost your natural facial structure, decreasing the appearance of lines ... and they can even assist in plumping out scar depressions. Results are immediate and can generally be completed over a lunch hour.

Elevesse is different in that local anesthetic is contained inside the filler, minimizing pain. Elevesse is similar to other fillers in that it contains cross-linked non-allergenic hyaluronic acid. An exact replication of the hyaluronic acid that we all have under our skin. This promotes a natural “rested” look.

Semi-Permanent Injectable Augments: Botox® CosmeticBotox Cosmetic is a solution consisting of purified protein that reduces the contraction of muscles. After the ten-minute initial treatment, treated facial lines can disappear for up to four months.

Permanent Injectable Augments: Artefill®

In this procedure, microbeads or droplets are gradually injected into the skin, encouraging your body’s own collagen to grow around them. Muscle movement should be avoided for a minimum of 2-3 days after treatment.

There are many methods to assist in treating the appearance of wrinkles. Because the treatment for each individual is so specific, we always recommend a personalized consultation to help you decide what treatment would best suit your needs to fulfill your desired results. Here is a list of those treatments and procedures most commonly used.

You’re So Smooth!Find out how you can stay that way

Have you ever imagined living the rest of your life without shaving, tweezing, or waxing unwanted hair again? Well, visualize it … because you can live like that! You can say goodbye to tell-tale razor rash and, red waxing bumps – forever – with safe permanent laser hair reduction treatments. You’ll never look back.

Anywhere you have hair that shouldn’t be there is fair game for laser hair reduction. Here’s how you can win the whisker war:

l Target and destroy the hair follicles of conspicuously dark coarse hair on your upper lip, bikini area, underarms, chest, back, and legs.

l Dodge the discomfort, allergic reactions, ingrown hairs, and scarring from more traditional hair removal methods.

l Save your valuable time. State-of-the-art laser technology treatments are quick and can be performed here at the office for your comfort and convenience.

l Experience gentle pulses of light energy from our leading-edge laser technology. It includes a built-in protective cooling device so it’s safe no matter what your skin type.

l Enjoy unrivalled cosmetic results that are tried, tested, and true.

It’s no accident that FDA-approved laser hair reduction has become the preferred method for getting rid of unwanted hair. Ask us about this fast, affordable, convenient, and non-invasive procedure.

Buy 1 syringe of Juvéderm for lips or nasal

folds and receive 1 area (glabella, forehead, or crows feet) of Botox

at half price!

Visit our extremely informative website www.lakeviewderm.com for more special offers!

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Park ridgedermatologyDr. Steven Mandrea1420 Renaissance Drive, Suite 208Park Ridge, IL 60068-1342Office HoursMonday 9:00 pm – 6:00 pmWednesday 9:00 am – 6:00 pmThursday 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm *Saturday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm* Appointments available with Physician Assistant Jang-Mi JohnsonContact InformationOffice (847) 298-1831Fax (847) 298-1832Web site www.lakeviewderm.com

We are also available 6 days a week in our convenient Chicago location!

(773) 281-9200

Thank you for all your referrals. We

appreciate them!

Just In Time For The Holidays!Reward yourself with seasonal savings

Tis the season for recreation, relaxation, celebration … and lists. This year, there are two special items we encourage you to add to make this your smoothest holiday yet!

Reserve your age-defying skin soothers and smoothers! All of the purest quality skin care products we endorse here at the practice are in extremely high demand at this time of the year…v Cleansers – For all skin types, include a refining scrub, sensitive skin

cleanser, and a deep pore clarifying cleanser.v Repairing – Anti-wrinkle lotions defy aging by retexturizing, repairing,

firming, and gently exfoliating.v Preventive – Our line of super hydrating moisture products lock in

moisture, diminish the appearance of fine lines, and protect oily skin from producing excess oil.v Eye Care – Renew, revitalize, and diminish the appearance of fine wrinkles

with our specially formulated gels, creams, and lotions.

Please call today – we’re looking forward to hearing from you!

Eye contact is a form of silent communication and we don’t have to tell you how high a value our society places on it. It’s powerfully personal – almost like touching – and it’s one of the ways that others know you are interested in them and paying attention. But it’s hard to look bright, alert, and engaged when you’ve been hoodwinked by gravity and time. That’s why we’re so pleased to offer you Eyes by Thermage® an FDA-approved non-surgical treatment for both upper and lower eyelids.

Here are some of the excellent results that this therapy can offer you for younger looking eyes that look less tired, less disinterested…n Tighter, smoother skin with reduced crinklingn Firmer brow area with reduced hooding and droopiness n Lift to reveal more eyelid n More defined contours around the eyen Reduced dark circles and bags under the eye n Softer less conspicuous fine lines and crow’s feetAll of this and each session takes only about one hour –

without injections, surgery or downtime! You can apply make-up and return to your normal routine right after your procedure.

Re-connect with your world. With Eyes by Thermage you can recapture the confidence to make a real impression, even up-close and personal. And remember – the closer you are, the harder you are to overlook.

Looking Good!Reflect the vision you want to share

Call today for your

consultation!

Save 20%when you book your laser hair removal appointment. Take advantage of our 20% discount for virtually painless laser hair removal with our state-of-the-art Isolaz®IPL laser.