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What to Expect From BOTOX

If you notice your face doesn’t look like it did several years ago, it may be time for BOTOX® treatment from the professionals at Nunnally Dermatology. BOTOX® addresses dynamic wrinkles, which occur from facial expressions. A small amount of a substance is injected into the treatment area, which relaxes the muscles. It isn’t surgery, but it makes sense that you want to know what to expect. We’re here to help.

When Will You Notice Results?

Candidates vary when it comes to the speed of results, but you typically notice changes in just days. The full outcome of the treatment usually won’t be noticed until days to weeks later. The speed of results also depends on how many binding sites the nerve has. Binding sites allow the substance to adhere to the surface. The cause of the delay is because your body needs time to adapt and respond to the substance.

How Long Do the Results Last?

The results of injections typically last about four months. The results of your first session will wear off quicker, and wrinkles will start to form again eventually. Don’t panic, since these wrinkles won’t be as prominent and you can simply schedule follow-up sessions as needed to maintain the results.

What Factors Influence How Long the Results Last?

Many factors can influence results including age, treatment area, skin thickness, and dosage. Older clients may notice treatments not lasting as long because they have less collagen in the skin.

Injections in larger treatment areas, such as the forehead, tend to last longer than smaller muscle areas. If you have thick facial muscles, you will likely need more than one session or more injections. It all depends on the unique case.

How Do You Make the Results Last Longer?

Wear sunscreen with the right amount of SPF to avoid reversing the benefits of the treatment. BOTOX® cannot treat wrinkles caused by sun damage. Moisturize the skin and drink plenty of water daily to keep skin hydrated, which keeps the treated skin plump. Ask our provider about the best moisturizers to use.

You may have already been advised to quit smoking before the treatment, but plan to quit permanently. Smoking decreases blood flow and thins the skin.

BOTOX® could take years off your appearance without invasive surgery. To schedule a consultation and get started, contact us today at Nunnally Dermatology in Baton Rouge. We look forward to hearing from you!

Treat Eczema with Our Dermatologist in Baton Rouge

If you have been diagnosed with eczema by our dermatologist in Baton Rouge, you know what it is, but many people have skin conditions that have not been diagnosed. Eczema affects about one-third of the population of the U.S. and there are different types. The different stages of the skin disease may have different symptoms, such as inflamed, red patches that are rough, cracked or itchy. Blisters may also form.

Eczema may disappear on its own especially when it occurs in children, but it can remain in some form on the body throughout life. Eczema is not curable in the traditional sense, but the symptoms can be controlled to some extent through lifestyle habits and medications. Here are a few things to understand about eczema:

• It is not contagious
• Foods can trigger symptoms, mainly dairy and nuts
• Symptoms vary with each person but are often scaly, itchy patches on the skin
• Other triggers include pollen, air pollution and ambient smoke

Types of Eczema

Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema but there are others. Some of the other types of eczema you may experience are:

• Allergic contact dermatitis occurs when the skin touches an allergen that the immune system distinguishes as foreign
• Nummular eczema is circular scaly, crusted and itchy patches
• Neurodermatitis is scaly patches on the forearms, head, lower legs and wrists. It may be caused by an itchy insect bite
• Stasis dermatitis is on the lower leg and may be related to venous insufficiency
• Seborrheic eczema is scaly, yellowish patches on the face and scalp
• Dyshidrotic eczema erupts on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. It is usually in the form or blisters

Symptoms Vary

The symptoms of atopic dermatitis may vary according to your age. Eczema that occurs in infants is dry, scaly patches that itch intensely. Atopic dermatitis usually appears on a person before they reach five years old. Half of those people will continue the disease into adulthood but the symptoms usually change as they grow older. A common experience among eczema sufferers is flare-ups. There may be periods when the symptoms worsen and other times where it appears the disease is almost gone.

The most common symptoms in children below two years old are patches of rashes on the scalp and cheeks. The patches often seem to develop bubbles and then leak fluid. They may cause excessive itchiness that keeps infants awake at night. If the patches are excessively scratched, the area may become infected.

Children from two years to puberty usually develop rashes behind the knees and elbows. They also commonly appear on the wrists, neck, between the buttock’s cheeks, ankles and legs. The rashes may become bumpy and change in color. As the patches thicken, they may develop knots and itch incessantly.

Adults commonly get eczema patches on the backs of the elbows or knees and the nape of the neck. In some cases, the rash can cover a large portion of the body that have more scales than the rashes in children. The patches may be very itchy and too much scratching can lead to infection. For some people, the rashes may appear on the face and around the eyes. If a person has eczema as an infant but it clears up later, they may experience dry skin, hand eczema, eye problems and sensitive skin throughout life.

One important reason to treat eczema with our dermatologist in Baton Rouge is to control the appearance of the patches. If you let them go untreated, it may affect the appearance of your skin. If you scratch the patches a lot and if the skin becomes infected the skin will look worse and it is a vicious circle because the more you scratch the more acute the itchiness becomes.

Treatments for Eczema

As mentioned above there is no cure for eczema but our dermatologist in Baton Rouge may treat the affected skin to prevent flare-ups, reduce itching and infection. When you have a consultation, we will assess the age of the affected person the type of symptoms that are present and the general state of overall health before prescribing a course of treatment. For some people, eczema may go away after some time and with others, it may remain throughout their life.

One or a combination of treatments may be able to help control your symptoms. Once the symptoms have disappeared from an area of skin, it still needs to be watched because it could flare up again.

• Topical medications – corticosteroid ointments and creams are anti-inflammatory medicines that relieve most of the symptoms of eczema. They treat itchiness and inflammation. You can buy these over-the-counter, but the amount of medication in the cream will be minimal and may not have the effect you want. When you get a prescription treatment from our dermatologist in Baton Rouge, the active ingredient will be much stronger
• Oral or intravenous corticosteroids – these are either given as a tablet or through an injection. They are usually prescribed if topical creams are not effective. This type should only be used for a short time. Our dermatologist will oversee the use of internal medications to make sure you take the proper amount
• Antibiotics – these may be prescribed along with other medications if an infection has developed
• Antiviral and antifungal medications – these may be prescribed along with other medications if a viral infection or fungus has developed

Treatments that you can do at home may help prevent flare-ups. Before starting any home treatment we recommend you talk to our dermatologist. Your eczema should be diagnosed, and the type and severity determined before you start to treat it at home. If you use the wrong home remedy, you could make it worse, not better. Our dermatologist will recommend the right home remedies for your unique condition. Some of the things we may recommend are:

• Never take a hot bath. Make sure the water is just lukewarm
• Apply moisturizer within three minutes after your bath to lock in any excess moisture on your skin. The best moisturizer for your skin type and eczema type will be recommended by our dermatologist
• Use the moisturizer every day
• Avoid tight-fitting clothing. Wear only light cotton, and loose-fitting garments
• Use the right kind of soap and facial cleanser. We will recommend the right kind of soap to use for your body and face. You need to be careful what type of soap you use and avoid deodorant soap on your face
• Avoid roughly drying your skin after bathing. Just pat yourself dry
• Avoid excessive exercise or games that make you sweat
• Learn your food or other triggers for a flare-up
• A humidifier will help keep your indoor environment moist
• Be very careful not to break the skin when you feel like scratching the incessant itching

What are the Most Common Causes of Eczema?

There may be more than one cause for your eczema flare-ups, including heredity, food and environmental factors. Some of the common causes are:

• Skin irritants such as detergents, soaps, disinfectants, shampoos and makeup or other skincare products
• Foods such as certain fresh fruits, meats, soy products, nuts and seeds, eggs, dairy products, wheat or veggies
• Common allergens such as dust mites, pet dander, plant pollen, mold and dandruff
• Certain microbes such as fungi, viruses, bacteria
• Climates such as very hot or cold weather, dry atmosphere and excessive sweating
• Anxiety and stress may not cause eczema but it can worsen already existing symptoms
• Hormonal changes during pregnancy, menstruation and menopause. Certain medications may not be prescribed as long as you are pregnant or breastfeeding. There will be other treatments to use until after delivery and breastfeeding.

What to Expect

When you have a consultation with our dermatologist in Baton Rouge, your skin will be examined and the type of eczema you have may be diagnosed. We may ask if you have a family history of eczema when your symptoms started if you noticed any particular trigger for the symptoms and what medications you have tried as treatment. We may take a small piece of skin to do a biopsy to rule out other possible skin conditions. The doctor may also recommend patch testing in which small amounts of different substances are put on your skin and covered. Over the next few days, the areas are examined to see if you have reacted to any of the substances and the type of reaction. This will help the doctor diagnose different types of allergies that may be at the root of your eczema.

Get In Touch with Us for More Information

If you are suffering from any type of eczema, you may have been told that there is no cure and you just have to do the best you can to control the symptoms. While it’s true there is no cure, there are treatments that may reduce the symptoms. To learn more, we warmly invite you to reach out and make an appointment with Nunnally Dermatology. At our convenient location in Baton Rouge, our caring and dedicated team of professionals will be pleased to explain your options in greater detail and answer any questions you may have. Contact us today to set up your consultation – we look forward to speaking with you!

What to Know About Hand Rejuvenation with Radiesse

Dermal fillers have become a very popular tool for cosmetic enhancement. This is because they restore youthfulness instantly to the skin, decrease signs of aging, have no downtime and eliminate the recovery, risks, and pain associated with surgery. Although there is a very large selection of dermal fillers available on the market, Radiesse® is one of the most popular. The innovative formula is the result of new technology, research and the work of cosmetic experts. The formula was created to provide enhancement for the skin and to help fight the aging process. What makes this filler so unique is the effectiveness for both the face and hand rejuvenation. The filler adds more volume to skin impacted by the aging process. This decreases the impact of age on the hands and the lower face.

The hand rejuvenation filler is manufactured using microspheres of (CaHa) Calcium hydroxylapatite. The actual formulation results in a light gel adding instant volume to your skin once it has been injected. The volume of the product fills in lines and wrinkles on your hands in addition to smile and marionette lines on your face and wrinkles in your chin. What separates Radiesse® from the majority of other dermal fillers is the ability to trigger the production of additional collagen in your body. Collagen is incredibly important for the firmness, look, and feel of your skin. The bad news is your production significantly declines because of the aging process. The main reason your hands begin to look older, wrinkled, dull, or lax is because there is not enough collagen. This protein is necessary for healthy and vibrant skin.

Once you have had the hand rejuvenation treatment, your body will absorb the CaHa microspheres contained in the filler. Your increased collagen production will continue for numerous months. You will continue to see more and more benefits over time. This procedure is incredibly popular for treating the hands. Your hands are exposed to the potentially harmful rays of the sun, the environment and overuse nearly every single day. A lot of individuals start seeing an unattractive and aged look to their hands long before their face. The volume lost in your hands is effectively filled with the CaHA microspheres of the filler. This is what will reverse or decrease the appearance and bulges caused by the process of aging. This hand rejuvenation treatment is often referred to as a hand lift, and your results will last for 18-24 months.

This injectable dermal filler was created to plump folded and wrinkled areas on both your hands and face. As the filler starts to work, the collagen naturally produced under your skin is stimulated. You will see your results instantly. These results can last for as long as two full years. This is one of many reasons the treatment has become so popular. The most commonly requested areas for this dermal filler are the wrinkled portions of your hands and the skin around your mouth and nose. Only a tiny needle is required for your injections. All of the ingredients are non-allergenic, non-toxic, and compatible with the natural tissues of your body.

The ideal candidate for this treatment is between 35 and 60 years of age, and interested in plumping their skin and filling in lines and wrinkles. The procedure is just as effective for your face as it is for your hands. In addition to gel microspheres of calcium hydroxyapatite, the filler also contains ions of calcium and phosphate. Both of these are natural to your body. Initially, the hand rejuvenation filler will add all of the volume you desire. Over time, your production of collagen will be stimulated by the CaHa. This enables you to produce more of your body’s natural filler. The carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen contained in the filler simulates the structure of your connective tissues. Even after your body has absorbed all of the CaHa, your natural collagen will remain.

The filler is injected into your hands using the same technique that has been used for facial fillers for years. This results in additional plumpness, volume, and hand rejuvenation to help replace what has been lost due to age. The loss of elastin and collagen as time passes results in thinner skin on your hands. This means your veins and tendons become much more obvious. These signs are associated with the aging process by most individuals. Radiesse® will add plumpness to the backs of your hands. Your veins and tendons will not be nearly as visible. The reason most individuals decide to have fillers for their hands is because they believe their hands give away their age.

The medical professional will do everything possible to ensure you remain comfortable during your entire treatment. The chances are good you will decide to have another procedure once the results of the dermal filler eventually begins to fade. The procedure will improve the look of your hands. This includes:

• Decreasing the appearance of tendons and veins
• Providing natural and smooth results
• Restoring the volume lost to age
• Providing your hands with a more youthful look

The Radiesse® Procedure

You will need to talk to the medical professional about all medications you are using. There are specific medications you must discontinue for a certain period of time before having the injections. This includes aspirin and blood thinners like warfarin. You must also tell the medical professional if you are experiencing any issues concerning your hands. This includes any injuries, diseases, or disabilities. The medical professional needs to know if you skin scars badly from injuries, if you have experienced large or raised scarring and any skin treatments you have had during the past such as a skin peel. This is important for your safety. You may receive both an injection of lidocaine and a local anesthesia before your injections to help keep you as comfortable and relaxed as possible.

The first step is the determination of the medical professional as to the best area to place each injection. Antiseptic will then be applied to the injection sites. The medical professional will determine what dosage is ideal for your needs. Your actual injections are the next step. Depending on the number of injections you require, your treatment should not exceed 15 minutes. You do not need to remain at the office of the medical professional to recover. Once your have received your treatment, you can go right back home. You can have a treatment to provide your hands with a more youthful appearance, fill in any deeper scars or laugh lines around your mouth and nose, or where your skin is folded and wrinkled. There are certain instances where this treatment must be avoided. This includes individuals with:

• Allergies to any of the ingredients contained in Radiesse®
• Any bleeding disorder
• A history of numerous allergic reactions to a variety of medications and substances
• Women who are breastfeeding or pregnant
• Allergies to numbing agents including lidocaine
• If you have a history regarding herpes, the treatment can cause a new outbreak

You should never use dermal fillers for hand rejuvenation if you have an active skin infection. This can be dangerous because you are risking the filler accidentally penetrating a blood vessel. The filler is only meant to penetrate the connective tissue. When you have your treatment by a medical professional, are honest and upfront regarding any questions you are asked and do not hide anything, your treatment is safe. You can resume most of your regular activities almost immediately. Strenuous activities including exercise should be avoided for a few days. There is a good chance your skin will be unusually sensitive to the rays of the sun for approximately 24 hours. During this time, avoiding excessive heat and sunlight is incredibly important. You also need to follow any instructions provided by the medical professional.

The Benefits of Radiesse®

The injections will provide you with a wide range of benefits. Radiesse® is building a reputation as one of the best products currently available. The filler is excellent for making your hands and face appear more youthful. The additional benefits include:

• You will see immediate results after only one session. As your collagen production increases, your results will continue to improve.

• Your treatment is both painless and quick. You can arrange to have the procedure during your lunch break for even more convenience. If you experience any downtime, it will be for a short period of time. Many individuals have a session and immediately go right back to work.

• In addition to treating your hands, this is a good procedure for facial acne scarring, wrinkles, and fine lines. The very first signs of the aging process are deeper wrinkles and lines. Many individuals are embarrassed by these signs in addition to scarring from acne. Every one of these issues can be effectively treated with this procedure. Men generally have this procedure for volume lost in the midface. For women the issue is a loss of volume in the cheeks and the appearance of the back of the hands. Once volume is added to these areas, the result is a softening or elimination of the specific issue. This includes acne scarring and deeper lines.

• The government has approved this filler for use on both your hands and face. Having approval from the FDA means your treatment is effective and safe for your hands and face.

• The injectable can do a lot more than make your hands appear younger because it is so much more than just a dermal filler. The filler can be molded for an excellent option to facial implants. If your nose needs re-contouring, your jawline is irregular or your cheeks are sunken, this treatment will provide you with exceptional results.

• Your hand rejuvenation results will soften the appearance of your hands and provide a natural look. Over time, the filler will stimulate the development of your tissue.

• The dermal filler will stimulate your body’s collagen production. The filler contains microspheres of calcium hydroxylapatite. This is what smooths out wrinkles and increases your collagen production. Collagen is an important protein providing your skin with strength, elasticity and firmness. Over time collagen often evens out the texture of the skin.

• The dermal filler is non-allergenic. This means you do not need to have an allergy test to ensure you are not allergic to the product. This is because the ingredients are all natural for your body. Any risk of an allergic reaction has been eliminated.

• Over time, collagen-building fillers will gradually dissolve. This filler maintains the volume. Even after several years, all you need to do for the stimulation of your collagen is have a touch up.

If you want to rejuvenate your hands with Radiesse®, consider us here at Nunnally Dermatology in Baton Rouge. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!

Sclerotherapy for Non-Surgical Spider Vein Treatment

Those web-like, blue or red veins traversing your legs don’t have to be an eyesore or a health risk. With sclerotherapy, you can finally get rid of those visible veins for good.

How They Form

Despite all the trouble they cause, spider veins form in a rather simple way. Inside all of your veins, there is a valve that allows blood to move in a single direction: towards the heart where that blood will be re-oxygenated. When this valve is damaged or malfunctions in some way, it allows blood to move in the wrong direction. Once this happens, blood will begin to pool in the vein as it can’t move forward or backward. This pooling then begins to affect the vein wall, and it will begin to bulge from the pressure and appear just under your skin.

Who They Affect

There are various reasons that some people develop spider veins and others don’t. For one, unfortunately, women are more likely to develop spider veins. Partly, this is due to the fact that hormones can play a role in their development. That’s why pregnant women are more at risk for developing spider veins. Genetics and family history will also factor into whether you suffer from spider veins.

Also, if you stand or sit for extended periods of time without breaks, then you could also be more at risk for developing spider veins. Basically, this is because standing makes it a little harder for your veins to pump that blood back to your heart due to gravity and its pressure. Last, getting older factors into spider veins, as you calf muscles weaken, making it harder for them to help pump blood back to the heart.

The Symptoms

Most of the time, spider veins won’t present with any symptoms other than appearing under your skin. Due to the aesthetic issue that they cause, many women opt for sclerotherapy as a non-surgical solution to spider veins.  

What Is Sclerotherapy?

Luckily, you don’t have to live with visible veins. Sclerotherapy is a safe and effective treatment that works to get rid of spider veins. For sclerotherapy treatment, our doctor will inject a small amount of a chemical into your vein. This chemical will cause the affected vein wall to swell shut completely so that blood can no longer travel through it. Your body will then turn that vein into scar tissue and the spider vein will be no more.

You can learn more about sclerotherapy and how it can help get rid of your spider veins by visiting Nunnally Dermatology in Baton Rouge. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!

Look Your Best with Botox Treatment

Everyone wants to look their best. Unfortunately, nature has other ideas. Fine wrinkles that appear when the skin is pulled or pinched can make us look older than we really are. The tired, uninterested appearance we present when we smile or frown is caused by thin lines forming in areas around the eyes, mouth, on the nose bridge, and on the forehead. These dynamic wrinkles can be smoothed away via Botox® treatment.

Botox® treatment is a simple way to diminish the appearance of crow’s feet and marionette lines. The treatment doesn’t involve resurfacing or skin ablation. Instead, a fluid is injected into muscle tissue. The muscles no longer receive commands from the brain, and they cannot fully contract. This keeps the skin surface smooth and without the prominence of smile lines and crow’s feet.

A Customized Treatment

Some skin treatment procedures are really a one-size-fits-all procedure, and many individuals are not good candidates. It really depends on the shape of the face, the thickness of the skin, and the bone structure. On the other hand, Botox® is a suitable treatment for nearly everyone suffering from the appearance of age-related dynamic wrinkles.

This treatment can be customized in terms of dosage and injection site location. When we consult with you, we look at the size and strength of the muscles that affect the appearance of the skin surface. We’re able to custom-design a simple treatment that will effectively diminish the appearance of wrinkles in all of the trouble spots.

How It Works

We inject the fluid in specific locations using a very thin needle. The fluid moves around a bit in the muscle tissue, and after about three days, the nerve signal blocking effect becomes noticeable. If you want to smile or pout, go right ahead. The skin won’t pull or pinch as much as it did prior to treatment, and this means that the marionette lines and crow’s feet no longer appear. You look younger no matter how much you widen your eyes or purse your lips.

The effect lasts for about four months. You simply come back in to get a repeat Botox® treatment. You’ll also notice that over a period of a year or so, the muscles get used to being in a semi-relaxed state, so you won’t need the full dosage each time you get the treatment.

Learn More

This is the most popular skin-smoothing treatment in the world. If you don’t like the idea of skin ablation or abrasive resurfacing, Botox® treatment is the perfect alternative. Visit Nunnally Dermatology in Baton Rouge to learn more. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!

Common Questions About Laser Hair Reduction

If you have been thinking about laser hair reduction as a solution to your constant efforts to remove unwanted body hair, you may have a few questions. Here are the answers to the most common questions people ask about laser hair reduction.

How Does It Work?

The laser is administered by our trained technician. The light is focused on the pigment in the hair follicles which absorbs the light as heat and becomes destroyed. This makes most follicles unable to grow hair, but some may still grow weak, pale hair. This is why it is not considered permanent hair removal.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Laser Hair Reduction?

Both women and men take advantage of laser hair reduction. Except for the area around the eyes, it is safe for removing hair from any part of the body. Women mainly prefer to remove the hair from their underarms, bikini line, upper lip and chin, and legs. Men often opt to remove the hair from their back, chest, and neck.

Unlike a few decades ago, today lasers have been developed that permanently reduce hair on all skin tones and most hair colors. Pale blond and white hair may not get very good results because the laser affects the pigment in the follicle, not the hair.

What Is the Treatment Like?

After you talk to our skin specialist, you may learn more about the procedure. During the treatment, you and the technician will wear eye protection and the laser will emit light flashes into the hair follicle. The time each treatment takes depends on how large the treatment area is.

When Will the Results Appear?

Since the hair grows in stages, and every hair is at a different stage, it usually takes up to six treatments to see the results you expect. The laser only works when the follicle is in the growth cycle. You will need to protect the treated area from the sun between treatments. This is the main reason we recommend you start the treatments in the fall or winter. By summer, you will have the clear, smooth skin you want.

After the first treatment, you will start to see a reduction in hair. The hair will appear to start growing but it is starting to fall out.

How Long Do the Results Last?

When the treatments are finished, you may have smooth clear skin. It could last for about three months before some pale hair starts to emerge or for more than a year. Unlike waxing, you can have a laser touch up treatment any time you want. Also, you can shave between treatments because shaving doesn’t touch the follicle. You will need to avoid waxing, tweezing, and electrolysis, however, because they damage the follicle.

You may have many more questions about laser hair reduction and when you call or visit Nunnally Dermatology in Baton Rouge your questions will be answered. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!

The Power of a Good Skin Care Routine

When you want to have attractive facial or body skin, don’t underestimate the power of a good skin care routine. You might think that it is okay to wash your face with the soap that you keep next to the sink in the bathroom, but this is a bad idea. The delicate skin on the face requires specially formulated cleansers. In addition, if everyone in your family is using the same bar of soap in the shower, then you are contaminating your skin with the bacteria from others. There is also a good chance that each individual in your family has a different type of skin, including:

• Sensitive
• Aging
• Oily
• Acne-prone
• Dry
• Combination
• Normal

This means that each member of your family requires different skin care products to maintain the appearance of the skin while also making sure that the skin is healthy. Failing to care for your skin can also lead to minor medical issues such as underlying infections deeper in the skin or major health issues such as skin cancer from the exposure to sunlight.

What are the Different Types of Skin Care Products?

One of the best things that you can do for your skin is using an assortment of skin care products that are formulated for your skin’s type. While you can buy skin care products at local stores, you can find better products at a dermatologist’s office. Some of the best skin care manufacturers only offer products through a dermatologist who can sell you the products or provide a prescription for certain ointments, serums or lotions. In addition, a dermatologist can design a skin care routine that is appropriate for your skin type to help you overcome a problem with itchy or blemished skin on the face and body. Here are some of the types of skin care products that you could require to have healthy skin:

• Cleanser
• Scrubs
• Astringents
• Eye cream
• Sunscreen
• Masks
• Moisturizers
• Exfoliation products
• Serums

Your skin care routine may include washing your face and body multiple times a day to eliminate blemishes and excess oil. However, someone else in your family may have dry and aging skin that requires frequent moisturizing to help it look its best.

Learn More

To learn more about the power of a good skin care routine, consult the professionals at Nunnally Dermatology in Baton Rouge. Contact us today to book your appointment!

Counteract Facial Volume Loss with Our Advanced Aesthetic Treatments

One of the main aspects of the aging process is that our faces gradually begin losing volume. As a young person, your face was much fuller, rounder, and voluminous. It was free from wrinkles. Getting older leads to a decrease in facial volume and the early formation of wrinkles begin to become evident. Surgical procedures like the facelift can reduce sagging skin, but cannot restore volume that was lost, which can lead to unnatural results. Fortunately, there are several treatment options available for facial volume loss.

Facial Fillers

Facial fillers are injectable products that contain some form of an active ingredient suspended within a gel. The most common active ingredient in facial fillers is hyaluronic acid. Popular brand names include Juvederm® and Restylane®.

Most fillers work by increasing facial skin volume to smooth away fine lines and wrinkles. Just as a grape loses volume and develops folds and creases when losing moisture, your face will tend to lose volume and develop wrinkles when it loses moisture and certain skin components due to the aging process. Fillers can help restore these important substances and reverse the process that led to the formation of lines and wrinkles.

Restylane®

Restylane® is a type of facial filler containing hyaluronic acid that is injected to help correct facial volume loss and diminish signs of wrinkles. Hyaluronic acid has the ability to attract many times its own weight in water molecules. Think of a water balloon that is fully inflated. Its surface is round and smooth. Restylane® helps to reduce lines and wrinkles by increasing facial fullness through an increase in skin moisture.

Juvederm®

Juvederm® is a filler that also contains hyaluronic acid and an additional ingredient: lidocaine. Lidocaine helps to ensure patient comfort during the treatment process. Juvederm® is somewhat different from other fillers in that it has a special formulation that produces a gel that is extremely smooth and silky, flowing easily under the surface of your skin to promote enhanced facial volume and a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles.

Results

It is important to keep in mind that, while fillers offer excellent results, their effects are temporary. Your skin will continue to age normally after your treatment, and the injected product will eventually be fully absorbed by your body. At that time, you will need touch-ups to maintain your results.

Your Consultation

If you feel that you would benefit from one of our advanced aesthetic treatments like facial fillers to counteract facial volume loss, please reach out to our team at Nunnally Dermatology in Baton Rouge. Contact us today to schedule your consultation to counteract facial volume loss!

What is Earlobe Rejuvenation?

Odds are you have worked hard to take care of your body. One area that often gets neglected, however, are the earlobes. Just like the rest of the body, the bottoms of your ears can lose elastin and collagen as you age. This can lead to sagging and deflating. Heavy earrings can make this problem worse. Earlobe rejuvenation is a great way to reverse this often neglected area of aging!

What is Earlobe Rejuvenation?

Hyaluronic acid-based fillers are commonly used to lift and revitalize the earlobes. They can help fill in earring holes and reverse sagging. They add the thickness your earlobes need to not appear wrinkly and to also support heavy earrings. Hyaluronic acid-based fillers typically last longer in the earlobes than other areas because of the lack of movement. Sometimes, a chemical peel is also done on the earlobes to further enhance their look. The first step is to visit us at a consultation to create the best possible treatment plan for you.

What to Expect with Earlobe Rejuvenation

Having fillers injected into the earlobes is a quick and easy procedure that can be performed in the comfort of our office. It typically takes 30 minutes or less, making this a popular treatment to have during a lunch break. When your appointment is over, you can immediately resume your normal activities. In order to achieve the best possible results, be sure to follow any post-care instructions you are given. Sleeping with your head slightly elevated and avoiding touching your earlobes for a few days is important.

What are the Benefits of Earlobe Rejuvenation?

If you are bothered by how your earlobes look, there are many reasons to consider earlobe rejuvenation, including:

  • It is a quick and easy procedure
  • Results are long-lasting
  • There is no special preparation required
  • There is no downtime afterward
  • Tightening your earlobes can help you look younger and healthier
  • It can help your earlobes support earrings once again

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Learn more about earlobe rejuvenation and what it can do for you by making an appointment with Dermatology and Aesthetic Institute. At our convenient location in Baton Rouge, we are happy to answer questions about this treatment option. Contact us today to set up your consultation – we look forward to speaking with you!

Who Can Benefit from BOTOX?

BOTOX® is an injectable treatment that can help individuals who are dealing with dynamic wrinkles. The product has received approval by the FDA. For many years, it has been one of the top cosmetic treatments performed in the United States and around the world.

Who Can Benefit from BOTOX®?

Something we find pretty amazing is that this treatment is safe and effective enough to be used for almost everyone who would like to address their dynamic wrinkles. It is good for both men and women who want to improve their appearance and boost their self-confidence.

Individuals who are on the younger side, perhaps in their mid to late 20s, can benefit from this treatment. It is more and more common for people in this age group to use the product in order to prevent dynamic wrinkles. One way to think of this treatment is to think of what happens to a piece of paper when it is folded. It gets a crease that will stay visible no matter what a person does. So if a younger individual uses this product, they can prevent strong muscle contractions that cause folds and creases in their facial skin.

Individuals who are in their mid to late 30s can benefit from this treatment. It is usually at about this age that a person starts to notice dynamic wrinkles forming at the outer corners of the eyes, on the forehead, and in between the eyebrows. When an individual starts using BOTOX® at about this age, they can expect to erase their dynamic wrinkles.

Older individuals can also benefit from this treatment. If a person already has deeper dynamic wrinkles, they should not necessarily expect to say goodbye to them completely. However, they can expect some satisfying results. The skin will be able to relax, which means that a person will be able to enjoy a more rested and refreshed look.

Who is a Good Candidate for BOTOX®?

There are very few things that would disqualify a person from being a good candidate for this product. The primary thing is if a person has a serious disease that affects their nerves or muscles. It is important for the facial skin to be in good condition before the injections are given. If a person has an infection, this needs to clear up before the product can be administered.

Lots of people like to use this treatment in order to freshen their appearance and boost their self-confidence. Many individuals turn to this product when they decide to have a makeover. For example, lots of women who are past the stages of pregnancy and nursing want to do something to freshen up their appearance. This would be a great thing to include in a makeover.

Get In Touch with Us for More Information

If you are interested in the benefits you could receive from using BOTOX®, feel free to reach out and make an appointment with Nunnally Dermatology. At our convenient location in Baton Rouge, we would be happy to answer any questions you may have. Contact us today to set up your consultation – we look forward to speaking with you!

Nunnally Dermatology
7330 Perkins Road,
Baton Rouge
LA 70808
Phone: 225-769-3376

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