Shape That Body...Without Surgery Facelift Without the “Lift”

Volume 9| Issue 1 | SkinCare Physicians | 2012 Edition

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Facelift Without The “Lift” Just a few short years ago, In many patients, filler in the the thought of having temples can make patients facelift quality results look dramatically younger. without surgery seemed Botulinum toxin and fillers unimaginable. It was more are also used to reduce hope, and at times hype, the appearance of those than reality. Amazingly, annoying upper and lower the day has arrived where lip vertical creases. we can give facelift quality results without any surgery! Before Filler After Filler Fillers are the mainstay of the non-surgical facelift. We Using a combination of techniques, including now use fillers to restore volume to the cheeks, botulinum toxin (Botox, Dysport, & Xeomin), as well and give a more sculpted and younger look to the as fillers such as Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse, and cheekbones. Jawlines can be reshaped in a matter Sculptra, we are able to create superb and natural of minutes, and those frustrating downturned looking contours without the need for surgery or lines at the corner of the mouth can be erased in the associated recovery. You may have heard the seconds. There is virtually no limit to what can be term “liquid facelift” in the press, and this is one done with well planned and carefully placed fillers way to describe this fascinating technique. Not to the face. surprisingly, this technique was pioneered at SCP. Clearly, the skill of your physician is directly related Your physician will evaluate the contours of your to the quality of the result, and SkinCare Physicians face, and discuss areas of concern. Botulinum toxin has been at the forefront of these non-invasive is routinely used for the upper part of the face, facelift techniques for the past decade. Ask us how INSIDE THIS ISSUE: aided with fillers to the areas under the eyes. the non-surgical facelift may be right for you. The results can be staggering!

Facelift Without The “Lift”...... 1 Shape That Body...Without Surgery

ShapeThat Body...... 1 You heard it here first…we can remove fat without removal for over a decade, pioneering and surgery! advancing many of the latest techniques in LoseThe Wrinkles...... 2 tumescent liposuction surgery, as well as laser Allergic To Something?...... 2 The reality of non-surgical fat removal has arrived assisted liposuction surgery. We continue to lead at SkinCare Physicians. After nearly a decade the field in these minimally invasive procedures, Clear + Brilliant...... 2 of exhaustive scientific investigation, SkinCare and now have the added benefit of non-invasive Physicians leads the way in the development of fat removal procedures to compliment these HotTopics...... 2 technologies that allow us to remove fat without minimally invasive techniques. Literally, SkinCare any surgery. Technologies such as CoolSculpting Physicians has the world of fat removal at the tip InThe News...... 3 by Zeltiq and the Bella Contour device are blazing of our fingers. a new trail in the world of fat removal. In just a short DidYou Know?...... 3 1-2 hour session, fat from the upper and lower Ask us how these novel, non-surgical fat removal abdomen, as well as the hips and love handles can techniques can benefit you. You will be amazed at be gently removed. The results are staggering. In how easy it is to shed those unwanted inches that many cases, patients achieve their desired result may have bothered you for years! after a single treatment. However, depending on the area to be treated and the technology that is employed, treatment can take several sessions to achieve the optimal results. And as an added bonus, the fat removal is permanent!

SkinCare Physicians has been a leader in fat Before CoolSculpting After CoolSculpting 1 Lose The Wrinkles With Rapid Recovery Hot Topics SkinCare Physicians is fortunate to have •Amazing Non-Surgical Eyelid Tightening one of the world’s largest array of lasers SkinCare Physicians is one of the at our disposal. Specifically, we have first practices in the nation to offer several lasers which are used for fractional the Pellevé device for non-surgical skin resurfacing, the mainstay for skin tightening of skin around the smoothing and overall improvement in eyes. Pellevé uses radiofrequency photoaging. This technology exploded technology similar to the Thermage onto the scene in 2005, and advances device to gently heat the skin, which in turn helps collagen have been spectacular with devices such molecules contract. Following a series of 2-3 treatments, the skin as the Fraxel, Deka and Encore lasers. is noticeably tighter and smoother around the eyes, eliminating Before Deka Laser those pesky under eye wrinkles and small crinkles. Even small We can treat the full face, or discrete bags under the eyes can be effectively treated with Pellevé. Just areas of the face such as around the amazing! eyes or mouth, with recovery times that have been dramatically reduced. In many •No Sweat! cases, patients fully recover within 3-4 Once again, SkinCare Physicians days. We can tighten upper eyelid skin, is at the forefront of another new eliminate wrinkles around the eyes, wipe technology. MiraDry is a novel away deep and medium depth creases technology that can eliminate on the upper lip, and improve overall underarm sweating, permanently! texture and color of the skin in a relatively For those patients who are either simple 30 minute procedure. Fractional debilitated by underarm sweating, resurfacing is the wave of the future. Ask or simply want to eliminate that After Deka Laser us how you can get onboard. annoying sweat from their daily routine, MiraDry is the answer. In a comfortable, 60 minute Allergic To Something? procedure, underarm sweating can be eliminated, permanently. Since we have millions of sweat glands throughout the body, Under the direction of Dr. Brooke treating these small areas of sweat glands under the arms has no Sikora, SkinCare Physicians has overall negative health impact. However, it can have a dramatic significantly expanded its ability to and positive impact on quality of life for many of our patients. understand the cause of your allergic There are only a limited number of practices around the world skin reactions. Dr. Sikora brings her that are able to offer MiraDry at this time, and as expected, expertise in patch testing to SkinCare SkinCare Physicians is leading the way. Physicians, and has recently helped •Thermage Doesn’t Hurt...and It Works Beautifully! fine tune a medical treatment plan that allows us to get to the root of For years, Thermage has been the mainstay for non-surgical your allergic skin reaction. Covered by your insurance, these face and body skin tightening. SkinCare Physicians was the new techniques are simply amazing at allowing our superb first practice in the country to offer Thermage, and has been at dermatologists to pinpoint your problem. If your skin is allergic the forefront in helping to develop this technology. However, to something, we can help you figure out exactly what that is. although highly effective, Thermage was at times quite painful for our patients. That is now a thing of the past!

Clear + Brilliant With dramatic advances in technology, the Thermage Clear + Brilliant is an procedure no longer hurts. exciting new aesthetic SkinCare Physicians initiated laser treatment created by and published a detailed study the makers of the popular which demonstrated that out Fraxel laser brand. Much of 20 patients treated, none of more gentle than other them felt that the procedure lasers in its class, Clear was painful. Furthermore, all 20 + Brilliant treatment patients were thrilled enough with their results that they would refreshes your skin, visibly recommend having the treatment to their friends. Over the illuminates skin tone, helps past 2 years, not only has the quality of results improved with build new collagen, and smoothes texture, regardless of age, Thermage, but the pain has been eliminated. As a result more sun exposure, environmental conditions and lifestyle. The 30 patients are seeking non-surgical facial skin tightening with the minute Clear + Brilliant aesthetic treatment is an effective and Thermage technique. Thermage can also be used to tighten affordable way to help prevent signs of aging, and maintain skin on the lower abdomen, and works particularly well for younger looking skin with minimal downtime. lose skin that is the result of past pregnancies. Tighter skin, no surgery, no downtime? You bet! 2 Blepharoplasty | Botox | Zeltiq | Fat transplantation | Fraxel laser | Hair transplantation | Laser hair removal | Laser removal of red & brown spots In The News Did You Know?

•Top Doctors •We’re Growing - Again! SkinCare Physicians continues We can’t thank you enough for all the to be the cream of the crop. support you have given to SkinCare An astounding Physicians over the years. As a result of this 8 of our dermatologists were named as Top continued support, and the recognition of Doctors by US News & World Report in 2011. the high quality of care that has been a part Couple that with 8 of our doctors listed as Top of Skincare Physicians for the past decade, Doctors in Boston Magazine, and it is clear we continue to expand. With the addition of that our physicians are not only at the top of 5 or 6 additional examination rooms, and 2-3 their field locally, but nationally as well…and additional dermatologists, SkinCare Physicians will continue to you have them right in your backyard! be the leading provider of dermatology care in New England. We have one of the shortest waiting times for a dermatology appointment in the region, while at the same time providing •SkinCare Physicians Awarded Prestigious the highest level of care available anywhere in the world. This Fellowship expansion project is critical to our sustained innovation, and Each year, SkinCare Physicians trains 3 Board Certified will allow us to continue to provide you with the first rate dermatologists in the art of cosmetic and skin cancer experience you have come to expect from SkinCare Physicians. reconstructive surgery. Our staff dermatologists are world So please bear with us over the next few years as we expand renowned experts in these fields, and SCP was awarded and renovate. We promise you, in the end it will be well worth this prestigious Procedural Dermatology Fellowship. The the wait. fellowship is recognition for the unparalleled skill of our physicians, as well as the unique teaching atmosphere that •There’s an App for THAT? is part of the SkinCare Physicians mission. The Skin Scan app touts itself as the “most accurate skin cancer detector on the •Love Your Skin And Your Partner’s, Too! iPhone”. There might be some truth to this, There is good medical evidence that because it is the ONLY skin cancer detector having a partner in the exam room during on the iPhone! Users take a photo of a mole, your skin cancer screening improves your and the app uses a proprietary algorithm to ability to monitor your own skin and find calculate if the mole is developing normally, skin cancers early. So what better way to abnormally, or into a dangerous melanoma. celebrate Valentine’s Day than a Couple’s Does it work? The jury is still out, but at the minimum it can Skin Cancer Screening? Look for the date encourage you to do careful self exams. Regular skin exams in February, pick up some roses and with your dermatologist remain the best way to catch skin chocolates, and invite your significant other to SkinCare cancers early, but if an app like this can help encourage self Physicians for a healthy celebration! exams, then SkinCare Physicians is on board!

•SkinCare Physicians On The Go For Charity! •Got Nail Fungus? If you have discolored or brittle nails due The physicians and staff at SkinCare to fungus, SkinCare Physicians can help. Physicians keep up a quick pace at the New laser technology allows us to zap office...but you should see them on those stubborn fungi and restore your the roads! Raising thousands of dollars nails to the smooth, healthy look they for charity, many of our staff have once had. Ask us about it. philanthropic interests. Some highlights include: the Pan Mass Challenge for the •Acne Emergency Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Making Have you ever developed a large acne cyst right before a Strides Against Breast Cancer walk, big event? These large acne cysts Boston Marathon for the Melanoma are painful and can make you feel Foundation of New England, the BAA awkward and self-conscious. The Half Marathon for the Dana Farber old “toothpaste” treatment doesn’t Cancer Institute, the Boston Marathon work, but a quick phone call to for Community Servings, and the chilly SkinCare Physicians might do the Santa Speedo Run, raising thousands trick. In a quickly-scheduled visit, a low-strength corticosteroid for the Starlight Children’s Foundation. injection can often shrink these lesions within 24 hours. If We encourage all of our patients to be you have many cysts, or recurrent acne, the dermatologists at active and healthy and use adequate SkinCare Physicians can discuss an ongoing treatment regimen sun protection during your outdoor with you. Preventing the acne cysts is key, but we are pleased activities! to offer this more urgent treatment option!

Laser resurfacing | Liposuction | Mohs surgery | Pediatric, adult, and geriatric dermatology | Restylane | Sclerotherapy | Tattoo removal | Thermage 3 WWW.SKINCAREPHYSICIANS.NET www.facebook.com/SkinCarePhysicians 1244 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 Phone: (617) 731-1600 | Fax: (617) 731-1601 Our Mission We strive to bring our experience and commitment to academic and clinical excellence to our practice through the latest in medical, surgical, cosmetic, and laser services. At SkinCare Physicians, we offer a broad range of treatments to our patients who have dermatologic, aesthetic, skin cancer, cutaneous, surgical or other medical or appearance-related concerns.

The mission of SkinCare Physicians is to deliver personalized service along with ethical, skilled, comprehensive care. Our renowned physicians offer a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, providing patients with unparalleled service. This vision is the cornerstone of who we are and what we do. SkinCare Physicians and our Affiliations We are proud to have formal academic and teaching relationships with many of the preeminent teaching institutions in New England. Our doctors are nationally and internationally recognized for their leadership, and nowhere is this more evident than in their impressive array of academic appointments at major universities. Our affiliations include:

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