Studies Show Ultherapy Improves Skin Laxity Without Changing Skin Physiology
August 20, 2019 - Rhys Branman, MD
Have you seen the impressive before and after results of skin tightening treatments like Ultherapy and thought, “that looks good, but I wonder what that’s really doing to their skin.” Well, scientists wonder that too, and recently, a few of them did a study to find out! In a nutshell, here’s what Dermatology Today found. Ultherapy results in more collagen and elastin, but not at the expense of your skin’s health Researchers at the University of Hamburg evaluated 22 female patients 4, 12, and 24 weeks after receiving one Ultherapy treatment. They were looking for changes in skin physiology, including... 
Now that shorts-and-swimsuit season is here, are you remembering what a pain (both figuratively and literally) it can be to deal with unwanted hair? If the idea of shaving your legs, underarms, bikini line, or other areas that are going to see daylight for the next 5 months or so makes you cringe, you might be tempted to spring for laser hair removal. Having smooth, hair-free skin every day without shaving or waxing sounds dreamy—and our Little Rock laser hair removal patients will readily agree—but before you invest in laser hair removal, it’s important to understand what’s involved, as well... 
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A simple visit to the doctor is an intimidating experience for some. The sterile environment, the way some doctors seem emotionally detached, and digesting new medical terminology add up to a potentially stressful event. And even if you feel relaxed, it’s common to forget to ask your most important questions! Going to the right doctor or cosmetic surgeon can put your mind at ease, but it also helps to have your questions written down ahead of time. Medium recently published some helpful questions to consider asking during your appointment. Here are a few highlights. What’s the most common cause of... 
Though more and more men are realizing they have options for reducing their enlarged male breasts, we still receive many questions about male chest reduction surgery. To help you learn more about gynecomastia and your options for treating it, we’ve rounded up and answered some of the most frequently asked questions about male breast reduction. While some excess fat on the chest may be reduced by losing weight or doing toning exercises, many men find gynecomastia simply won’t go away. That’s because glandular breast tissue cannot be reduced naturally—no matter how many hours you spend at the gym. 1. What... 
Did you know that an estimated two-thirds of adult men will develop some degree of gynecomastia, or enlarged male breasts, at some point in their lives? About 50% of teenage boys experience this too. While usually harmless from a medical standpoint, gynecomastia can have significant emotional and psychological effects. The good news is that gynecomastia can usually be treated successfully—and often permanently—with male breast reduction surgery. If you think you might have gynecomastia, the info below will help you better understand what’s going on and your options for treatment. Do I have gynecomastia? Gynecomastia often results from hormonal imbalances. If... 
You’re probably familiar with the “out of sight, out of mind” tip for healthy eating: don’t keep cookies in the cupboard, and you won’t be tempted to eat cookies. This can really work to help you cut out mindless eating and avoid junk food temptation. But if you’re really serious about improving your diet quality, you’ll need to do more than toss your cookies (literally)—this is the time for a systematic overhaul of the contents of your fridge. Having a fridge full of whole, clean foods makes it easy to prepare delicious meals we feel great about and stay on... 
Will you be taking the breast augmentation plunge in the new year? Consider yourself virtually high-fived. No doubt you’re excited about the changes to come! Of course, before you are ready to hit the town with your new curves, you will need to recover. The good news is that it’s typically a swift, smooth process—our Little Rock breast augmentation patients return to work within a week on average. However, for a few days, you’ll be sore and moving pretty slowly, so it’s important to focus on taking care of yourself. While the temporary hiatus on things you normally do with... 
When we think of anti-aging, it’s easy to overlook a crucial area—your neck. But there are simple ways to keep your neck firm, smooth, and beautiful. PureWow recently highlighted tips for keeping your nape as beautiful as the rest of you. After all, you don’t want a young-looking face without a neck to match it! Don’t “Necklect” It Most of us are willing to spend a little money on high quality creams, professional cleansers and treatments for our face, but we often forget about our necks. What you do for your face, you should do for your your nape—including wearing... 
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