Various Types of Chemical Peels and What They Can Do For Aging Skin

Article by Caitlin Miller, Makemeheal.com staff writer

Chemical peels are an effective alternative to producing smoother and more youthful skin using a subtracticve process which removes the damaged outer layers of skin on the face. Peels are useful in treating wrinkles, uneven skin tone and blemishes and give an overall smoother and even appearance. A variety of peels exist and differ based on the strength of chemical used in the particular peel. [more]

Uses of Botox and Fillers

Article by Caitlin Miller, Make Me Heal staff writer

Botox and other dermal fillers such as Restylane and collagen are widely used in plastic surgery today and are incredibly versatile in their uses. According to Make Me Heal (www.makemeheal.com), apart from breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and liposuction, Botox and other dermal fillers are the most sought after cosmetic procedures for its online community of more than 500,000 members. [more]

Kentek Adds Fosta Fog-Free™ Coating To Its Laser Safety Eyewear

New anti-fog hardcoat treatment expected to increase safety and compliance, and extend safety eyewear product longevity

Leominster, MA — Kentek Corporation has announced plans to incorporate Fosta-Tek’s new Fosta Fog-Free™ coating into its laser safety eyewear line. The addition of the coating is expected to reduce the potential for eye injury by increasing the user’s ability to wear laser safety eyewear for longer periods of time. The new coating will also increase product life by reducing the tendency of polycarbonate lenses to scratch. [more]

Eyelash Hair Transplantation

For thick, lush eyelashes, we’ve traditionally turned to mascara, false lashes, even extensions. But what if those options won’t help? What if your eyelashes are thinning, or completely gone?

Absent or underdeveloped eyelashes can now be restored using advanced hair transplantation techniques. Eyelash transplants were originally developed for patients who suffered burns or congenital malformations of the eye. But word is spreading and an increasing number of patients are requesting the procedure for cosmetic purposes. [more]

Tri-Dermal Rejuvenation

Most Comprehensive Treatment Utilizing Three State of the Art Lasers
To Improve Color, Tightness and Texture of Skin

(Livingston, NJ) Dr. Mitchell Chasin, board certified laser surgeon and Medical Director of Reflections, center for skin and body, has devoted himself to the practice of Cosmetic Laser Medicine for over a decade. Dr. Chasin is often called upon by top laser companies to test emerging technologies and lend his knowledge to the advancement of procedures and techniques. Throughout the years, Dr. Chasin has had the opportunity to use most of the available technologies. According to Dr. Chasin, “There is no one specific laser or technology that can treat ALL aspects of aging facial skin. In my experience, each laser technology has one indication for which it is clearly superior and then has secondary or tertiary uses. ” [more]

A MEDICAL LASER MEETING AS BIG AS TEXAS:

The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery

Holds 27th Annual Meeting in Grapevine, Texas, April 11–15, 2007

ASLMS – WAUSAU, WISCONSIN. Now is the time to make plans to attend the premier educational conference of the world’s leading laser experts. The scientific conference of the AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR LASER MEDICINE AND SURGERY (ASLMS) takes place on Wednesday, April 11 through Sunday, April 15, in Grapevine, Texas, at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center. Presentations in cosmetic dermatology, ophthalmology, urology, oncology, pediatrics and more will spotlight the latest breakthroughs in laser technologies for diagnostics, basic science and clinical treatments. [more]