Blogs
Restylane® Lyft is the First Hyaluronic Acid Filler FDA-Approved for the Hands
As with the rest of our body, our skin loses elasticity and fat as we age. This results in sagging skin and a gaunt, mature appearance that many consider unflattering. Restylane® Lyft is an injectable Hyaluronic Acid gel used to correct volume loss in the hands. There is instant improvement in the appearance of the hands after this treatment, with results lasting up to 6-months. Restylane® Lyft is injected just underneath the skin, above the connective tissue that covers the tendons, bones,...
Indianapolis Residents: Instantly Banish Dark Circles for Up to 2 Years
Some patients complain about dark circles under their eyes, making them look tired. Another typical complaint is lower eyelid bags. Patients with deep tear trough deformities might feel they look older than their actual age. This is often due to the hollowed region just below the eye known as the tear trough, or nasojugal groove. This area extends from the inner corner of the eye, following a semicircular arc to the palpebromalar groove. Tear trough deformities can be a result of genetics or a...
Our Tips for Preventing and Improving Sun Damage
Sunning at the beach, watching a baseball game and enjoying a boat ride are activities good for our soul, however, not so much for our skin. As the weather starts to warm up and the sun starts to shine it is more important than ever to protect your skin. Although the damage may already exist, there are ways to start protecting yourself and help to minimize advanced signs of photoaging. #1: Choose the Right Sunscreen We recommend protecting your skin with a sunscreen of 50 SPF or higher. If...
Get a Facelift without the Surgery – FaceTite in Carmel, IN
FaceTite is a new procedure that delivers powerful results. The treatment provides results that are as close to the results of a facelift as you can get — without surgery. FaceTite uses minimally invasive radio-frequency energy to melt fat and tighten skin. Unlike other tightening devices, FaceTite utilizes cannulas (small tubes) placed under the skin allowing delivery of energy and thus tightening areas not possible with other devices. Peer reviewed studies have shown up to 36% contraction of...
Reaction™ Skin Tightening
Reaction™ by Viora is skin tightening at its best – it is a safe, non-invasive, painless solution to reduce cellulite, tighten sagging skin, and contour the face/body. This treatment is ideal for those with mild skin laxity from childbirth, weight loss or age. Reaction™ combines the use of radiofrequency energy and a vacuum to provide treatments to the affected area. This energy heats the dermis and stimulates collagen synthesis to strengthen existing collagen fibers for...
Lip Aging 101: Advice from Dr. Mark M. Hamilton
As stated many times before, as we age we lose volume in our skin and face; this includes the lips as well. Each birthday you may notice less than full lips, lip lines and a lack of definition. Research and the mirror tell us that lips lose volume and even the amount of "red” showing. This is the degradation of collagen and elastin and a decrease in moisture levels. Other factors can affect the appearance of the lips are excessive sun exposure, genetics and smoking. Fillers to Fight Lip Aging...
Is it Time for a Mid Face Augmentation?
You may look in the mirror and want to change the look of your lower face, maybe you have thought about adding filler to that area? The truth of the matter lies above. As we age we lose volume in our face, collagen and elastin. These are important elements that give our skin its youthful appearance of fullness, hydration and a tighter glow. Research states that we lose 1 tsp. of fat per year after the age of 30 in our face. If you are 60 years old, the math states you have theoretically lost...
Juvederm Vollure™: The Best Choice for Lip Augmentation
You may ask, “what makes Juvederm Vollure™ different than traditional Juvederm Ultra® or Juvederm Ultra Plus®?” The short answer is that Juvederm Vollure™ is a smoother product and provides a softer result. Juvederm Vollure™ is created using Allergan’s patented Vycross™ cross-linking technology. This helps to create a filler that is more malleable and easier to inject. It allows for a softer “fill” and is especially effective at correcting fine lines. Juvederm...
How Medications Impact Hair Loss
Hair loss can occur from a wide variety of causes. The number one cause of hair loss is our genetics - something we cannot change. However, sometimes we can modify how this occurs through medication (think Propecia®). Other causes of hair loss include trauma, infections and autoimmune responses. One treatable and less recognized cause of hair loss is the medications we take. These can be associated with hair loss and stopping them may help reverse what has occurred. Medications that Can Lead...
What is CoolSculpting®?
It is one of the year’s hottest trends. It is one of the most talked about procedures in plastic surgery! It is discussed on several radio stations/commercials, and there are even celebrities endorsing this product. CoolSculpting® – I am sure you have heard of it; however, you may still have questions and even wonder if it is right for YOU? CoolSculpting® is a fat reduction procedure that is done in our office with our estheticians, Michelle and Elaine. It is a noninvasive therapy to help...