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    Top 3 Most-Asked Questions About Laser Hair Removal

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    Many laser hair removal patients at our Naples, FL, practice are curious about the details of the procedure. In this blog post, I'll answer the 3 questions I am most frequently asked. 1. Will laser hair treatments be effective for the “peach fuzz" on my cheeks? All lasers on the market target the pigment found…

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    Top 3 Acne Scar Treatment Myths

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    Topicals Don’t Work We know acne scars are troublesome for many patients. Unfortunately, battling acne and cystic acne is not uncommon for teenagers (and adults!), and those breakouts can leave behind battle wounds.  Many people feel using topicals will do little to improve the appearance of these stubborn scars.  However, with the many technologically advanced,…

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    Top 3 Ways to Boost Your BOTOX & Facial Fillers Results

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    When a patient is investing in a cosmetic treatment, such as BOTOX® or facial fillers at our med spa in Naples, maintaining the results of the procedure is a priority. With several fillers on the market that can last up to 2 years, we are fortunate to have many products with long durations. Following a…

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    The First Cut is the Deepest

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    Country superstar Carrie Underwood recently revealed she needed 40-50 stitches to her face after a traumatic fall in November.  She warned fans her appearance might be changed as her wounds heal.  Scars are also a big concern for patients in our Naples plastic surgery practice.  Whether from a trauma, like Carrie Underwood, or secondary to…

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    Is Pale the New Tan?

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    Tan, bronzed skin has cycled in and out of fashion for decades, even centuries.  Originally, pale skin was considered the most beautiful and a sign of wealth, since only those affluent enough to stay indoors could achieve skin untouched by the sun.  As times changed, tanned skin became fashionable.  Sun-kissed skin was an indicator a…

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    Top 3 Surprising New Uses for Botox®

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    At this point in time, we are all pretty familiar with Botox® -  the injectable treatment used to soften lines of the face.  Most people even know Botox® can be used for a multitude of medicinal reasons, including excessive sweating and migraines.  However, a few new applications for Botox® injections have popped up recently.  Keep…

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    The Battle of the Bruise

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    Bruising after an injectable treatment is a big concern for our Naples patients.  We do everything we can to minimize bruising and also encourage our patients to take steps to decrease the chance of bruising, yet bruises can still develop! Recently, two of our staff members were injected with filler in their nasolabial folds.  Both followed…

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    Arm Yourself for Florida’s Endless Summer

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    Here at my plastic surgery practice near Fort Myers, we like to joke that summer never really ends in Florida. But as our season prepares to transition from hot to hotter, and we make plans to spend even more time outside, it's important to know the latest on how to protect yourself from the sun…

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    Next Generation Facial Fillers

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    Recently, I saw a patient in my Naples plastic surgery office wanting to smooth subtle fine lines around the lips.  I had actually seen this same patient over 8 years ago, when she presented with the same concern.  At the time, I advised the patient against using filler in this area.  Eight years ago, the…

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    Putting Your Best “Selfie” Forward

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    The enormous popularity and rise of social media has impacted many aspects of our lives: how we communicate, how we learn about what is happening in the world, how we shop, and now how we decide if we need plastic surgery.  With the “selfie" becoming a routine part of our dialect (in fact, it was…

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