Cosmetic Dermatology
What is Cosmetic Dermatology?
Cosmetic dermatology is the route followed by those who wish to undergo a dermatological treatment or procedure to cosmetically improve skin health and appearance due to ageing, sun damage or scarring. There is generally no presenting medical need for treatment, however, a scar, deep wrinkles or other skin problem may have an impact on a patients psychological health and well-being.
Cosmetic Dermatology – What Does it Cover?
Cosmetic dermatology covers a broad range of conditions and situations that can have a detrimental impact on how a person looks. These include dealing with blemishes such as:
- Prominent moles
- Excessive body or facial hair
- Unwanted tattoos
- Birthmarks or ‘port wine stains’
As the skin ages, it naturally loses its elasticity producing the tell-tale signs of advancing years. Cosmetic dermatology can help improve the appearance of:
- Wrinkles
- Sagging skin
- Dull or lack lustre skin
- Fine lines or crow’s feet
Cosmetic Dermatology Treatments
Modern cosmetic dermatology as practiced at Phoebe Louise Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology Clinic uses the latest techniques and technology to achieve the best possible results.
Cosmetic dermatology treatments available include:
Wrinkle injection treatments – purified proteins that paralyse the facial muscles which pull on the skin, reducing wrinkles and fine lines and producing a taut, firm youthful look
Laser /IPL rejuvenation – laser or IPL can be used to treat the visible signs of sun damage on the skin including pigmentation, sunspots, thread veins and uneven texture. The skin will look fresher and more reflective of light after treatment
Chemical peels – applying chemicals to the skin that will remove the tired looking uppermost layers, softening fine lines and wrinkles, reducing irregular pigmentation and leaving a fresher younger look
Fillers – the injection of hyaluronic acid beneath the surface of the skin to reduce wrinkles, furrows and fine lines. They can also be used to add volume and contour areas such as the cheeks and lips
Laser skin resurfacing – using precise lasers to destroy the older layers of skin cells on the surface, revealing the newer, fresher looking cells below
Platelet rich plasma (PRP) – using your own plasma preparation to help stimulate collagen production and aiding skin rejuvenation
Microdermabrasion – an alternative resurfacing technique that removes the outer skin layers using a fine stream of abrasive particles
Microneedling – stimulating the skin with tiny needles to treat scars and to help minimise wrinkles and fine lines
Laser hair removal – a technique that not only removes unwanted hair, but also kills the hair follicles preventing regrowth
Laser tattoo removal – using specific light frequencies to heat up and destroy pigments in the skin