What is Melasma and what causes it? Melasma is an acquired condition of the skin causing hyperpigmentation, or brown spots, in areas of the body that have been exposed to the sun. The face is most commonly affected and melasma appears as symmetric brown patches on cheeks, forehead and chin. The brown pigment appears after…
As we age, does our skin. We may notice more fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots on the face, hands or skin (they are called age spots for a reason!) People often also see a decline in the fullness of their face, as well as changes in the skin’s texture, elasticity and tone. And while…
Why is fall such a great time for cosmetic treatments? Fall is a great time for cosmetic treatments because typically people have less sun exposure in the fall months. The temperature is cooler in the fall, so treatments that require compression garments, such as liposuction and cosmetic sclerotherapy for spider veins, are not as bothersome…
When adults reach their mid twenties or so, collagen and elastin starts to break down causing skin to wrinkle. But there is hope to remain looking young with healthier looking skin. Sofwave is a new, clinically-proven, non-invasive approach to rebuilding collagen, thereby improving facial lines and wrinkles on the face, neck and submental (under the…
A GLOBAL REPORT Wendy Lewis investigates best practices to safely treat darker skin types Note: This article was originally published full on Prime and excerpts have reproduced here with permission. OUR SKIN COLOR IS DETERMINED BY A combination of anatomical and physiological phenomena that occur within the uppermost layers of the skin. Skin of color…
Are you thinking about trying Laser Hair Removal this summer? If so, this article will prepare you for what to expect & answer some of our most commonly asked questions. Is LHR permanent? Yes and no. Yes, you’ll enjoy a permanent & dramatic reduction in the hair’s growth. No, this doesn’t mean that none of…
We recently sat down to chat with a real DLVSC patient who had neck liposuction in July 2019. Keep reading for her candid responses about the experience and view a before & after gallery at the end. DLVSC: Thank you for agreeing to talk about your experience with us, A.G.! I’d like to start by…
Men’s skincare gets far less attention than women’s, but it is just as important in overall health and aging well. We are excited to observe Men’s Health Month this June by sharing our professional advice on a good men’s skincare routine. “Skincare is not just about improving appearance. It is about improving wellness and health,…
Enhanced COVID safety precautions are still in place. With COVID-19 cases on the rise, we wanted to take moment to outline the enhanced precautions we have taken to ensure every patient, provider and staff member remains safe during this time. Our ongoing safety measures include additional disinfecting times, social distancing and new COVID protocols. We…
