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July 2010 |
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 Greetings!
Now is your chance to make improvements before the skin-baring days of summer arrive. The earlier you schedule your rejuvenating procedures the better, since optimal healing usually requires no sun exposure. Check out if these top procedures might be right for you-and schedule them now so you don't miss any summer fun!
To schedule a complimentary consultation or for more information, call Laser Cliniqúe at (858) 481-7701. You may also view our website at www.laser-clinique.com
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Laser Resurfacing
Aging of your skin may be regarded as a cellular process that is partially genetically determined, and partially influenced by environmental factors (i.e. sun damage, air pollutants, etc.). The most obvious changes in your skin due to aging include wrinkling, laxity, dryness, and general thinning of the skin. Prominent wrinkling is caused by the loss of dermal collagen content, and a decreased rate of collagen production. Collagen is a protein fiber that is the basic building block of the skin, and provides skin's structure and resilience. As you age, your skin loses around 1% of the number of fibroblast cells and 1% of its thickness per year. Dermal fibroblast cells are the "construction workers" of skin, that function to produce new collagen and maintain your skin's structure.
TotalFX (combination of ActiveFX & DeepFX) is laser skin treatment technology which offers improvement in skin texture, tone, and firmness in just one treatment. With fractional facial resurfacing, a high-energy beam of CO2 light is used to vaporize lines, wrinkles, scars, dark spots and other irregularities, layer by layer. This process also stimulates the formation over time of new, underlying collagen to provide better elasticity and support for the skin.
TotalFX® will eliminate acne scars, wrinkles and sun damage. It will restore your skin to a healthy state similar to that of skin that has not experienced sun damage, scarring or aging. With proper sun protection, results can persist for more then five years. As skin continues to age at a normal rate, you may choose to maintain results with a "touch-up" treatment.
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Mesotherapy
Fat & Cellulite Reduction
Mesotherapy is a painless alternative to liposuction. Fat and cellulite are eliminated from targeted sites using small injections. Unlike liposuction, only the fat (not the fat cells) is removed. Some patients can lose two to nine inches in their saddle bags, hips, thighs, waist, love handles, back and chin when medicine is placed in those areas.
Mesotherapy is a permanent solution that eliminates dimpling and fat under the skin. Cellulite is an accumulation of fat, fluid, and toxins trapped in a hardened network of connective tissue fibers in the mesoderm layer. The fat cells that cause cellulite inflate, causing a rippling and puckering of the skin, commonly referred to as orange peel skin. Lymphatic and venous circulation is poor in these areas. Mesotherapy is used to cause an increase in venous and lymphatic flow, as well as the elimination of fat and dimpling in the area. A patient's skin appears significantly smoother.
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Photo Rejuvenation
There have been many advances in laser technology. A photofacial uses Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) technology. NOT ALL PHOTOFACIALS ARE BUILT THE SAME. As a matter of fact, only one technology has FDA approval for photorejuvenation and prevents against possible pre-cancer cells. IPL helps with:
- Remarkably diminishing the appearance of sun damage
- Fades or eliminates freckles and age spots
- Shrinks, fades and eliminates facial spider veins
- Reduces large pores, evens out skin tone and texture
- Diminishes fine lines
- Improves the appearance of rosacea especially those with redness
- Stimulates cells that produce collagen, resulting in smoother, younger looking skin
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Soft Dermal Filler
There are a number of products on the market that can be injected into your skin to plump up lines, creases, and depressed scars. They may also be used to add fullness to the cheek area or the lips. There is no downtime associated with this procedure and the results last between six and twelve months.
The latest innovation by Allergan is the new Juvéderm® XC formulation, which contains lidocaine to enhance patient comfort.
Juvéderm® is considered a premier wrinkle filler because it is a safe, temporary, non-animal form of hyaluronic acid gel, and a naturally occurring substance that binds water to cells. Juvéderm® is injected to fill out creases and lines. It is not to be confused with Botox®, which paralyzes the muscles that cause fine lines. (Botox® and Juvéderm® work brilliantly together as a team.) The most common areas to have the filler are the lips, naso-labial folds, smile lines and drooping corners of the mouth referred to as the marrionette lines.
You can now get the smoothness you expect, with the improved comfort you want. Juvéderm® XC provides smooth and natural looking results and now a more comfortable experience - so everyone will notice but no one will know!
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Whether you are considering a non-surgical procedure or a minimally invasive treatment, now is the time to make that appointment. Dr. P. Alexander Ataii, Medical Director, will discuss your options and answer all of your questions. Take the first step toward a better, revitalized you....
You'll be set to enjoy a spectacular summer.
Sincerely,
Janice T.
Patient Coordinator
Laser Clinique
4765 Carmel Mountain Road, Suite 207
San Diego, CA 92130
p. (858) 481-7701
f. (858) 481-7741
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Latisse
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Latisse® is the first and only prescription treatment approved by the FDA for inadequate or insufficient eyelashes, growing them longer, fuller and darker.
Purchase 2 and Get 1 Free
Retail $120 per box
For new and existing clients. Cannot combine with other discounts, certificates or coupons.
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| Offer Expires: 07/31/2010 |
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| $100 OFF |
Take $100 OFF your next Phototdynamic Therapy (PDT) treatment.
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) is a special treatment performed with a topical photosensitizing agent called Levulan (or ALA) activated with the correct wavelength of light. Levulan is a 20% solution of Aminolevulinic Acid (ALA). ALA is a natural substance found throughout your body, as a precursor for hemoglobin synthesis. You would be unable to make red blood cell to carry oxygen without ALA in your body. Consequently, it is a "natural" product found in all humans. These treatments remove sun damaged pre-cancerous zones and spots called actinic keratosis.
Sun damage, fine lines, and blotchy pigmentation are also improved because of the positive effect of Levulan and the light treatment. PDT treatment also has the unique ability to minimize pores and reduce oil glands, effectively treating stubborn acne vulgaris, acne rosacea, and improve the appearance of some acne scars.
There are 2 different light sources available. One option is using IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) and the other is BLU-U Light.
Coupon must be present. Cannot combine with other discounts, coupons or certificates. For new patients only.
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