The Ultimate Guide to Cosmetic Dermatology Procedures

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At St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery, you can learn how each of the most popular cosmetic dermatology treatments works, costs, and suits you.

Selecting the correct cosmetic procedure depends on your skin concerns and aesthetic goals. During a consultation at St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery, a personalized treatment plan will be developed based on your skin type, condition, and preferences.

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Botox and Dermal Fillers

  • Botox: Botox relaxes facial muscles that cause dynamic wrinkles, such as crow’s feet and frown lines. It smooths out lines by temporarily reducing muscle activity, creating a refreshed and youthful look.
  • Dermal Fillers: Juvederm and Restylane add volume to areas like cheeks, lips, and nasolabial folds. These fillers smooth out wrinkles, restore lost volume, and contour the face.

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Laser resurfacing involves using focused light beams to improve skin texture and tone. There are two primary types:

  • Ablative Lasers: These are more intensive and remove the outer layers of skin, significantly improving deep wrinkles, scars, and severe sun damage.
  • Non-Ablative Lasers: Less invasive, stimulating collagen production and targeting fine lines with minimal downtime.

Microneedling

Microneedling involves using tiny, fine needles to create controlled micro-injuries on the skinโ€™s surface. This stimulates collagen and elastin production, improving the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and overall skin texture. Often, microneedling is combined with radiofrequency for even better results.

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels involve applying a solution to the skin that causes the top layers to peel off. This process helps to improve skin texture, reduce pigmentation, and treat acne. Peels vary in strength:

  • Superficial Peels: Mild, with little downtime, ideal for refreshing the skin.
  • Medium and Deep Peels: More intense, targeting deeper wrinkles, scars, and pigmentation issues.

Subcision for Acne Scars

Subcision is a minimally invasive treatment for depressed acne scars. It breaks the fibrous bands beneath the skin, lifting the skin from the underlying tissue and allowing for a smoother, more even appearance.

Kybella

Kybella is an injectable treatment that reduces fat under the chin (submental fat). The active ingredient, deoxycholic acid, breaks down fat cells, resulting in a more contoured jawline without surgery.

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)

IPL uses light energy to target skin imperfections, including age spots, redness, sun damage, and rosacea. Itโ€™s a non-invasive treatment with minimal downtime, ideal for improving skin tone and reducing pigmentation.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy

PRP boosts collagen production and is often used with microneedling for enhanced rejuvenation. PRP therapy involves:

  • Extracting the patientโ€™s blood.
  • Processing it to concentrate the platelets.
  • Injecting it into the skin.

Scar and Stretch Mark Treatments

Cosmetic dermatology offers multiple options for reducing the appearance of scars and stretch marks, such as laser therapy, microneedling, and chemical peels. Each method works to stimulate collagen production and improve skin texture.

Skin Tightening Procedures

As skin ages, it loses elasticity and firmness. Skin tightening treatments like Ultherapy (ultrasound-based) and Thermage (radiofrequency-based) stimulate collagen production in the deeper skin layers, helping lift and firm sagging areas.

Choosing the Right Procedure for You

Selecting the correct cosmetic procedure depends on your skin concerns and aesthetic goals. During a consultation at St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery, a personalized treatment plan will be developed based on your skin type, condition, and preferences. Whether youโ€™re interested in non-invasive treatments like Botox or more advanced options like laser resurfacing, we are here to guide you every step of the way.

Ready to Improve Your Skin?

At St. Louis Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery, our experienced team is committed to helping you achieve healthy, radiant skin. To learn more about our services or to schedule a consultation, visit our Contact Us page today!

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