FAQ

• What are the side effects of the Skin Tightening procedure?

  Side effects may include minor discomfort, mild pain, slight burning sensation and reddening of the skin. Usually, these feelings are tolerant and do not require painkillers.

• Who is an ideal candidate for the Thread Facelift?

  The people who are starting to see some droopiness of the brow, cheeks, jowls, and neck are the ideal candidates for this procedure. They would like to see a lifting effect, but do not want the risk, scars, or recovery of a real browlift, facelift, or neck lift operation.

• What is nail fungus?

  Nail fungus is a contagious fungal infection caused by a microscopic organism.

• What is the procedure for acne treatment?

  The treatment is performed in an easy two step process. First, a topical photosensitizing agent called Levulan (5-aminolevulinic acid or ALA) is applied onto the skin and left on for about 30-60 minutes. Then, it is treated with Blu-U light for about 8-10 minutes in order to activate it. These treatments remove sun damaged pre-cancerous zones and actinic keratosis. For more information, visit the acne treatment services page on our website, under skin rejuvenation.

• What is Dysport used for?

  Dysport is an FDA-approved; prescription injection used for the treatment of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows in adults under 65.