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Skin Care
Have you ever touched a
baby's skin and marveled at the soft, silky feel and "peaches and
cream" glow? From birth, the microscopic cells that form the top
layer of our skin die and continuously slough off...nature's way of
"exfoliating" or removing the dead cells to expose the new layer of
healthy skin below. As we age, this natural process slows down and a
layer of dead cells remains on our skin, clogging pores and
exaggerating the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The skin
appears dull and lifeless. We can no longer see the "new skin"
below...the youthful "glow" is gone! In addition, collagen and
elastin, which give our skin it's body and tone, begin to diminish,
leaving us with skin that is thinner, less elastic and sagging.
Skin care today is a very exact science providing us with a wide selection of
treatments and supplements to counteract and slow down the aging process. Skin can
be exfoliated chemically through the use of customized chemical peeling systems
and mechanically through microdermabrasion. Both serve to expose the healthy skin
below. Vitamins, antioxidants, and moisturizing agents then nourish and strengthen
the new cells and help restore collagen and elastin. They are effectively forced
into the deeper levels of the skin to achieve amazing results through use of new,
cutting edge technology such as the Environs personal Roll-Cit induction tool or
the Environs Iontophoresis and Sonophoresis machine. Finally, specifically designed
products help you protect and maintain your "new skin".
Advanced Concepts in Cosmetic Surgery and Skin Care is medically
directed by Dr. Stephen A. Brown, a board certified plastic surgeon with 27
years of experience. All of our product lines are uniquely designed for use in
medically directed facilities. Our staff is comprised of a Registered Nurse and
medically trained aestheticians who will evaluate your skin and lifestyle in
order to design the program best suited to your needs. A series of treatments
will be chosen to correct existing damage and stimulate development of
stronger, more youthful looking skin. A "Home-Care" regime will help
you maintain your new look and prevent further damage. Healthy skin has a
youthful glow...and so will you!!
Menu of Services
Appointments available
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursdays
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
MicroPeel
This rejuvenating facial incorporates three steps which together produce a smoother
skin surface and more uniform coloration. First the skin is exfoliated physically
with a dermaplaning technique or through use of a natural enzyme. This is followed
by an alphahydroxy acid peel and cryogenic therapy. There is generally no
"downtime" with this procedure, and it has been referred to as the
"go and glow" producing immediate results.
MicroPeel Plus
The MicroPeel Plus is a more aggressive facial peel focusing on one active step, a
salicylic acid peel. It is ideal for active acne and acne prone persons, as
well as those with severely damaged skin. Multiple treatments appropriately
spaced provide maximum results. There is generally no "downtime"
although some patients experience mild redness or residual peeling easily
covered with make-up.
Microdelivery Peel
(Microdermabrasion)
Microdermabrasion is a process that mechanically exfoliates the skin through use of a
machine that lightly buffs off dead cells by vacuuming aluminum oxide crystals
across it. There is minimal discomfort and requires no "downtime".
Gradually, there is a reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
and improvement in skin color, tone and texture. The new skin is stimulated to
revitalize and strengthen it's own collagen. This technique has also been
successful in reducing scarring. Our machine (there are many on the market that
are also being used in non-medical facilities) allows the delivery of liposomes
and vitamins directly to the skin during the resurfacing process. The
Microdelivery Peel can be used successfully on the body as well as the face and
can be used in conjunction with other chemical peels to maximize results.
Refinity Peel
The refinity peel is the only glycolic acid peel system specially formulated to
allow the use of a 70% solution. Cosmoderm 7, a buffering system that provides a
triple dose of protection allows a highly effective delivery of the acid with minimal
irritation. Results have shown a reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles,
as well as improvement in skin color, tone and texture. It can be used successfully on
the face, neck, hands and chest and may be alternated in series with microdermabrasion
with excellent results. Again, no "downtime" is required and minimal redness
can be easily covered with make-up.
Botox® Cosmetic
Now you can eliminate those frown lines without surgery by a simple treatment of
Botox® Cosmetic. Some signs of aging are due to
environmental damage and loss of elasticity. Overactive muscles in key areas of the face
can make us appear older, tired or even angry. Botox®
Cosmetic creates an overall more youthful, relaxed appearance. It only takes minutes to
perform and the effect is seen within a few days and gradually wears off three to five
months later.
Make-Up Application and Techniques
Make-up "makeovers" are available to all of our skin care and surgical
patients. Our aestheticians will instruct you on how to choose colors and products
best suited to your facial structure, skin type and tone. Proper application,
contouring and colors can enhance your natural beauty or create a whole new look.
Experience our special line of products developed with micronized minerals.
Environs Customized Personal Peeling Systems
A combination of TCA cool peeling creams and gels utilize higher levels of acid
creating a more comfortable experience with less down time and risk. Lacpam, a
gentler form of Lactic acid is effectively used on dry, sun-damaged and sensitive
skin. All of these peels are "mixed and matched" to decrease fine lines and wrinkles,
decrease pigment and even skin tone. They are used in conjunction with the Environs
line of home care products which emphasize the daily replacement of sun sensitive
vitamins (A,C and E). This can only be accomplished topically with the purest form
of pharmaceutical grade vitamin products which are produced and shipped weekly.
Environs products are never sold over the counter or by infomercial.
Environs Iontophoresis/Sonophoresis Treatments
A series of treatments using sound waves, electrical impulse, or a combination of the
two, to drive vitamins into the deeper levels of the skin where cell activity takes
place. This is accomplished with a patented machine developed by Environs.
Environs Cosmetic Roll-Cit
A small, hand-held tool developed by Environs to create small channels in the upper
layer of skin, thus allowing deeper penetration of vitamins and antioxidants. This
tool is purchased by the patient to be used in conjunction with their home care program.
Results are easily achieved by rolling the Roll-Cit gently over the skin prior to
product application. There is no down time involved and only a very slight sensation of
discomfort noticed by some patients.
Environs Medical Roll-Cit
The Medical Roll-Cit is used only by Dr. Brown to perform a more advanced collagen
channeling procedure. The principles involved are similar to those of the Cosmetic
Roll-Cit, but with deeper penetration by a series of very fine needles on the tool
used by the doctor. This procedure does require some level of topical or local
anesthesia and is done in the office or outpatient day surgery unit of the hospital,
depending on the size and area of the body being treated. There is some down time
involved and only minor discomfort. Excellent results have been achieved on fine
lines, particularly around the mouth, although other areas may be treated. Details
of the procedure are discussed in consultation with Dr. Brown.
Our Medical Director
Stephen A. Brown, M.D.
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Botox® Cosmetic is a trademark of Allergan, Inc.
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