SERVICES
Chemical Peels
For years, we have used chemical peels and acid treatments to make skin appear younger, and improve acne and discoloration. Dr. Edwards offers glycolic and salicylic acid peels as in-office treatments. These superficial peels are safe for all skin colors and types, and have very few side
effects. They are repeated every 2-3 weeks until the desired result is achieved.
Radiesse
Radiesse is a dermal wrinkle filler that is used to correct and smooth out areas of the face that have lost collagen due to the normal aging process and have unsightly lines. The new age of dermal fillers are well advanced beyond the original collagen preparations that were used in the past. Radiesse is composed of calcium hydroxylapatite.
Radiesse is long-lasting, and is known for giving a result that looks and feels natural. It is used to correct lines around the mouth, and etched-in lines on the cheeks.
Typically, dermal fillers are absorbed by the body in several months, and have to be re-injected. Radiesse also requires follow-up treatments, but its effects can last 12-15 months because the Radiesse product itself provides immediate filling of the affected area, but it also stimulates collagen formation by the body.
The new collagen will remain in the skin after the Radiesse has been absorbed, prolonging the visible correction. It has no significant association with allergic reactions. It can be used in combination with other fillers, and causes minimal bruising.
Sculptra
Sculptra is a facial injectable that is used to cover a larger area than traditional wrinkle fillers. It corrects contour deficiencies caused by collagen lost in the normal aging process. It is superb for hollows that create shadows on the temples and cheeks as we get older. It is a regimen that includes up to 4 injection sessions, each 3-4 weeks apart. Sculptra, which is made of poly-L-lactic acid, which is biocompatible and has been used for many years in dissolvable stitches and medical implants. Sculptra is injected into the lower layers of the skin and gradually restores collagen and volume, and can last for up to 2 years.
Botox
Muscles responsible for facial expression can cause accentuation of facial lines. This usually occurs on the forehead, nose, and around the eyes. Botox cosmetic is a purified bacterial protein which reduces the activity of the muscles that cause lines between the brows and around the eyes to form. Botox is administered as an injection and can last for several months.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a surface peeling of the skin done with fine crystals and precisely delivered gentle suction. It is used for acne, fine wrinkles and discoloration of skin. It also works for pitted scars. There is virtually no down-time. The treatments are repeated every 2-3 weeks until the desired result is achieved.
Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal uses a low-energy laser to target pigment within, and gently remove unwanted hair, putting an end to routine shaving and waxing. Hair may not re-grow for several years after treatment. The treatments require no sedation, and only topical anesthesia, if desired.
Laser Tattoo Removal
Unwanted tattoos can often be treated by laser. The treatments have a good success rate and are repeated every several weeks until the unwanted pigmentation is resolved.
Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is treatment of unsightly spider veins/small vessels found in the surface layers of skin, mostly on the legs. Concentrated salt solution is injected into the vessels, causing them to collapse. For veins too small to inject, a good result can be achieved with laser treatment.