Injectables & Non-Surgical Treatments Avéli Before and After Photos *actual DLVSC patient Photos courtesy of Gilly Munavalli, MD, MHS, FACMS AvéliAvéli is an FDA-approved, minimally invasive treatment for improving the appearance of mild to severe cellulite. All cosmetic treatments that we offer at DLVSC are performed by one of our board-certified providers, ensuring the highest…
Clinical trials are an important part of our practice, but most patients still don’t know that much about them. Let’s talk about what they are, why we choose to do them and what it’s like to be a part of one. Our practice participates in clinical trials because it allows us to stay on the…
Winter Skincare & Treatment Recommendations from our Dermatologists Winter is the perfect time for so many of our favorite things (we’re looking at you, holidays and sweater weather), with its lower humidity and cooler temperatures. This makes now the perfect time for certain skincare treatments – and a not-so-ideal time for others. Read below for…
Do These 5 Things Differently for Amazing Fall Skin We all know that as fall temps approach, the humidity in the air tends to drop, leading to dry, stale and cool air. While it feels refreshing after the heat of summer, lower humidity can lead to dry and itchy skin and can aggravate many of…
Dr. Hayley Leight, our newest provider, knew she wanted to study dermatology early in her educational journey. “I’ve known since my second year of medical school,” explains Dr. Leight. “For me, it’s always been such an exciting field, because it’s constantly evolving,” she continues. “We are always getting better and finding new ways to deliver…
Nearly 60-70% of women and 50-60% of men deal with some form of sensitive skin, meaning the majority of people–including many of our patients–suffer from dryness, redness, discoloration, and general irritation on a regular basis. Thankfully, managing sensitive skin correctly is possible when you know how to choose the right products. And with the guidance…
Is CoolSculpting “Worth It”? We get this question a lot–mostly from patients who have seen ads for CoolSculpting or perhaps heard about a friend of a friend of a friend who loved her results. So many patients want to know: Is CoolSculpting really worth it? In our opinion, as the first area provider to offer…
Summer is here and we’re all ready for some long-awaited time at the beach or pool. It’s also the time of year when we hear more women complaining about a common culprits: cellulite. And while most women have it (it’s estimated that about 93% of all women have cellulite), those pesky dimples seem to be…
This article was originally published in 2019, as an insert in Modern Aesthetics. The following excerpt was written by Dr. Munavalli, on behalf of the publication. Your face ages in many different and specific ways. Some changes come from the outside—namely the sun’s damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays and environmental exposures—and others come from the inside,…
You asked, we answered. Here are some of the top patient questions we get about laser treatments for face, winkles and more! Q: What is the best laser for deeper wrinkles, some sun damage and crows feet? A: Deep wrinkles caused by repetitive muscle movements, such as on the forehead and the 11 lines or…
