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Easy Way to Get Longer Lashes – New Product Line Offered

Recently a patient of mine recommended Jan Marini eyelash conditioner, so I gave it a try. I can honestly say that I have used it and it works! In fact it worked so well I’ve decided to start offering it myself. Let me tell you a little bit about Jan Marini Eyelash Conditioner. It’s wonderful! It stimulates eyelash and eyebrow growth (Who doesn’t want fuller, thicker, longer lashes?). And you can start to notice hair growth in as little as 4 to 6 weeks. There are other alternatives to attaining fuller lashes, but this is hassle free and effective! If this sounds […]

Do Breast Implants Have To Get Replaced?

Question: I’ve heard that breast implants have to get replaced every 10 years, is that true and why? Answer: This is not true. Breast implants do not need to be replaced every 10 years. However, saline and silicone implants do deflate slightly over time and replacement may be something some women consider. At 10 years the rates are about 10 percent for saline and 15 percent for silicone. Learn more about: Breast Augmentation | Breast Implant Revision | Breast Lift | Cosmetic Breast Reduction Visit our photo galleries: Breast Augmentation Gallery | Breast Implant Revision Gallery | Breast Lift Gallery | Breast Reduction […]

Can Squint Lines Be Erased Without Surgery?

Question:Im wondering about sun squint lines, going horizontal on the top part of my nose and then up and down lines just between my brows, which create darkness and make me look like I’m mad or something….can these be “erased” without surgery? I realize Botox would be needed probably, but can those lines “really” be filled without making that area look swollen?” Answer: Squint lines can be addressed a couple of different ways. A simple immediate solution would be to eliminate the problem all together by investing in a pair of wrap around sunglasses. Wrap around sunglasses will greatly reduce any […]

Choosing The Most Natural Looking Implants

Question: What are the different types of implants available and which are the most natural looking? Answer: There are two types of implants: Saline Implants and Silicone. Both implants are available in a number of variations to best fit what your looking for. Saline and Silicone Implants alterations: Width: Figure out exactly what width correlates to desired cleavage Volume: Pin-point which cup size would suite you Projection: How much will stick out from your chest Deciding which implant would be the most natural looking depends on your body type. The characteristics of your chest muscles and ribs, along with breasts, height and weight are key factors […]

Solution for Sagging Breasts

Question: What causes saggy breasts and will breast feeding increase my chances of sagginess? If a breast lift is deemed necessary will my cup size change? What is typical recovery time for a breast lift? Answer: There are two main factors that cause breasts to sage; one being changes in breast size and the other is poor skin elasticity! Changes in breast size most often occurs when you lose weight or during the pregnancy and nursing period. Keep in mind that deciding to breast feed will also increase your chance for sagginess, more so if you have poor skin elasticity. If you […]

Acne Scars Be Gone!

Question: I have acne scars on my face and was told the only way to get rid of them was to get a very severe and deep chemical peel, and if my acne came back the procedure may end up being done “in vain”. A few years ago I heard about the new Harmony Pixel laser for acne scars. If you get treatment from this laser for your scars and you have an acne outbreak does the scaring come back? Also what dermatologists in Northwest Indiana perform the treatment with the Harmony Pixel laser? What is the cost and is financing available? […]

Recovering from Eyelid Surgery

Question: When can you see the final results from your lower eyelid surgery; three months, four, six or a year? Answer: For those who aren’t too familiar as to who or why one would have eyelid surgery (aka blepharoplasty), here is the scoop: patients typically suffer from excess skin of upper or lower lids! This excess skin can lead to bags, droopiness, wrinkles and can even lead to impaired vision in some cases. Having the blepharoplasty procedure done removes the excess skin and will leave patients with a rejuvenated appearance! For those who decide to have the blepharoplasty surgery the after care […]

Say Good-Bye To Burn Scars

Question: I have burn scar and wanted to know what the best treatment is to reduce the hypertrophied scar? Is it best to use scar creams or silicone sheets or both? Also, what is the best creams and sheets available? Answer: To achieve the best possible outcome treatments for reducing the scarring of a hypertrophied burn would include both topical and scar sheeting. Topical scar therapy like Mederma would be used 1-2 times a day, meanwhile scar sheeting such as Curad Scar therapy would be best used at night! This will help the dark color of the scar fade plus help […]

Eliminating Stretch Marks

Question: I’m looking to try some chemical peels for my stretch marks before I consider other surgery options, what other treatments are there? Answer: Great question! Unfortunately right now there is no reliably treatment for stretch marks. Some laser treatments can decrease the darker stretch marks; but for the whiter stretch marks there aren’t effective treatments. Now if your stretch marks are in areas which lend themselves to be cut out, such as the lower abdominal area then a tummy tuck may be your best option! Learn more about: Tummy Tuck | Abdominoplasty Visit our photo gallery: Abdominal Reshaping (Tummy Tuck) Gallery Read Patient Testimonials: […]

Are You Doing Your Part To Age Gracefully?

Question:To begin, I’m in my early twenties. At this point I don’t realistically need surgical procedures. I’m very well disciplined in no smoking, sleeping on my back, using moisturizer, sun screen and eye cream, 8 glasses of water a day and such. Are their any suggestions you have to aging gracefully at a young age? Answer: Sounds as if you’re already doing a great job of taking the extra steps in ensuring you age as gracefully! In addition to what you are currently doing you may want to incorporate the following into your lifestyle to ensure that all bases are covered! A […]

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