Question:I gave up smoking as a 45th birthday present for myself. I am feeling fine physically, but my face is still evidence that I was as smoker. What injections or surgeries would be necessary to erase those years of smoking imprinted on my face? Answer:Congratulations on quitting smoking. You have no idea what a positive… [Read More]
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I am frequently asked questions regarding the potential
Question: I am trying to achieve a more youthful appearance. It will be a while before I can afford facial surgery, but until then I am researching injections. I know there are products that affect the muscles and underlying tissues and others that fill in the area to be smoothed. Will injections like Botox that… [Read More]
I am terrified of needles, especially the really long
Question:I am terrified of needles, especially the really long and thick ones. So that I can mentally prepare, when I have my Dysport injections how long and what gauge are the needles? Answer:You are certainly not the only one who has presented to my practice with a fear of needles. The good news is that… [Read More]
I have always been uncomfortable about my thighs
Question:I have always been uncomfortable about my thighs. They have always rubbed together or against my pants giving me painful cysts. How much (volume) fat will have to be liposuctioned to prevent future chaffing. Answer:The amount of fat that can be removed from your thighs will depend in large part on how much excess fat… [Read More]
After years of tanning, my skin is rough in areas all over
Question: After years of tanning, my skin is rough in areas all over my body. I have heard of chemical peels used for uneven texture and tone on the face. Can a chemical peel be applied to other areas such as the back? Answer: Many of our clients who come to Renu Med Spa and… [Read More]
I am having a midface lift to brighten up the area around
Question:I am having a midface lift to brighten up the area around my eyes and hopefully shave a few years off to boot! My skin tone is also a problem and I have considered a chemical peel to even it out. Should I couple my chemical peel with my facelift or is it better to… [Read More]
I have looked at the ingredients of several chemical peels
Question: I have looked at the ingredients of several chemical peels and have noticed they all namely contain acidic proponents. I know that acids cause terrible burns so how can I know that the chemical peel won’t become a chemical burn nightmare? Answer: Chemical peels for the treatment of various facial issues such as skin… [Read More]
I am female, 29 years old with an embarrassingly heavy beard
Question: I am female, 29 years old with an embarrassingly heavy beard on my chin. Shaving gives me terrible ingrown hairs and skin irritation. Would laser hair removal be able to get those ingrown hairs? How many laser treatments are needed for the chin? Answer: We perform a great deal of laser hair removal for… [Read More]
I am trying to choose between a mini-facelift
Question:I am trying to choose between a mini-facelift and a complete face lift. Most of my issues are with my neck and jowls so I think I am a good candidate for the mini-facelift. What are the additional benefits from having a complete facelift? How does the mini-facelift differ surgically from the traditional facelift? Answer:There… [Read More]
What do you think is the best treatment for enhancing
Question: What do you think is the best treatment for enhancing the cheekbones? I am 27 years old, and I feel that my face does not show enough definition. I think I would look great with better cheekbones. Is the usual procedure to get an implant, injectable fillers or a fat transfer? Does it depend… [Read More]
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