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's 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!!
MicroPeel
This rejuvenating facial incorporates three steps which together produce a smoother
skin surface and more uniform coloration. First the skin is exfoliated
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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,
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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 way of 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
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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
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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
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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.
