Surgery isn’t the only way to refresh the appearance of your skin. There are many safe and effective non-surgical options available to help you look and feel your best. Some of the most popular skin treatments for patients in the Chicago area are dermal fillers, laser skin resurfacing, skin tightening, Botox, and dermabrasion. Here, Dr. Marco Ellis discusses these different skin treatment options and how each can help refresh your appearance.
Dermal Fillers
If your face lacks youthful fullness and volume, then you may want to consider dermal fillers as one of your skin treatments. Dermal fillers can be injected into specific areas of the face that need a little fullness or plumping. They can also be used to smooth facial lines and plump up areas with wrinkles. Areas of the face that most often benefit from dermal fillers include the cheeks, temples, and lips. The results of filler treatment can last a year or longer, depending on the specific product.
Laser Skin Resurfacing
Laser skin resurfacing can improve the skin’s texture and tone. It is a popular treatment for skin irregularities like scars, wrinkles, and discoloration. The heat from the treatment provides additional benefits because it actually stimulates the body’s production of collagen and elastin, which results in skin that is both firmer and smoother.
Skin Tightening
There are a number of treatments that can be used to tighten skin. Laser skin tightening is an effective non-surgical procedure for tightening loose skin. Like laser skin resurfacing, the heat from the laser stimulates the body’s production of collagen and elastin, which helps to smooth out skin.
Botox
Botox is an injectable skin treatment that can minimize the appearance of dynamic wrinkles. Most people think that Botox tightens facial muscles, but it actually does the opposite. When injected, Botox causes the targeted facial muscles to temporarily relax, which smoothes out the wrinkles. It can be used to treat unwanted lines around the eyes and forehead. Botox results in a rejuvenated face, and its effects typically last three to six months.
Dermabrasion
Dermabrasion is a type of skin smoothing treatment. It can be used to even out acne scars and other skin irregularities. During the treatment, the outermost layer of dead or damaged skin cells is gently scraped away with a specialized instrument. By removing the outermost layer of skin, smooth and healthy skin is revealed, resulting in a refreshed appearance.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Are you ready to look and feel your best? Schedule your skin treatment consultation with Dr. Ellis today. Contact his Northwestern office by calling (312) 695-6022.