Non Surgical Cosmetic Procedures and Treatments

Our emotions show on our faces. When we are happy, we smile. When we are perplexed or upset, we frown. And until recently, those emotions made an indelible and unwanted imprint on our facial skin that we call wrinkles. Botox injections may reduce the appearance of selected facial lines. Suitability and results vary from person to person.

Chemical peeling is a way of rejuvenating facial skin by applying a chemical that essentially destroys the top layers of the skin. It may reduce the appearance of selected signs of sun damage, age spots, skin discoloration and fine wrinkles, and may improve skin texture. Results vary from person to person.

Dermal fillers, as the name suggest, are medically purified gel-like substances that are injected under the skin into the dermis (fatty layer underneath the skin). They support the skin from underneath and fill a wrinkle or plump the lips.

There are two main types of injectable Products:

Non-permanent, also referred to as absorbable: They are by far the most popular products. Examples of these include, collagen and hyaluronic gels and fat injections.

Are you not happy with the pain of going through shaving, tweezing, or waxing to remove unwanted hair? Laser hair removal may be an option following an assessment. Laser hair removal is a cosmetic procedure that uses a beam of light to remove unwanted hairs on the body. The common treatment locations include the legs, armpits, upper lip and chin, arms and bikini line. It is possible to treat unwanted hair in nearly any area, except the eyebrows and surrounding areas of the eyes.

Laser resurfacing, which is also known as laser peeling, may be considered for selected skin concerns. Results and their duration vary from person to person. Over time, factors such as sun damage, heredity, diet, and repetitive muscle movement contribute to the formation of lines and wrinkles in the face. Additionally, the development of pigmentation anomalies, such as “age spots,” or acne scars can cause skin to lose its smooth, youthful appearance.

The model of gem Q-switch has been adopted in the machine. The pigmentation in the lesion tissues could be effectively broken up into pieces and removed by taking advantage of the high energy immediately irradiated by LASER, which is the explosion principle. One part of the pigment (inside the chromophore) will split into tiny granules that can be engulfed by phagocytes of the body. After the digestion of phagocytes it can be excluded from the lymphatic system of the body. Pigment may gradually fade, but complete clearance cannot be guaranteed. Scarring or changes in skin colour can occur. Moles require a clinical assessment before deciding whether removal is appropriate.

Aging is a complex, process that affects every organ just as much as the skin. The procedure uses fine needles for a series of injections that are delivered to the middle layer of skin called mesoderm. Mesotherapy is a procedure that works form the inside out, in improving the appearance and the quality of the skin.

Ever looked in the mirror and wished that your facial skin had an even tone? If yes, then you may want to consider microdermabrasion. This non-invasive procedure gently exfoliates the skin, and just after a series of treatments, skin texture and tone may improve. Results vary from person to person.

NOVA offers Venus Viva and Viva Diamond Polar treatments for selected skin concerns. Suitability, response, discomfort and recovery time vary from person to person and require an assessment.

A thread lift may be considered for selected concerns about skin laxity after an assessment. Your doctor will discuss suitability, risks, expected results and recovery.

Stretch marks are a common problem for both men and women alike, ranging from mild to severe. Stretch marks are never a pleasing sight and scarring of the skin is very distressing for those who suffer from it. Weight gain and loss, Growth spurts in both men and women and pregnancy are some the most obvious causes of stretch marks.

A well groomed beard is a game changer when it comes to your looks. However, maintaining a beard can be quite a lot of work. You have to take time to trim it regularly and keep it in shape. Laser facial hair reduction may help define the beard line and reduce unwanted hairs. Results vary, and ongoing grooming may still be needed.

Are you seeing the signs of ageing on your skin? Is the gradual loss of your skin elasticity, and decreased collagen production bothering you? Radio frequency skin tightening aims to improve skin firmness. Results, discomfort and recovery vary from person to person. Radio frequency skin tightening is a non-invasive anti-ageing facelift treatment that uses radio frequency energy to tighten the surface of the skin.

Getting old can take its toll on your appearance. Fine lines, sagging skin, age spots, dark under-eye circles, and wrinkles-Blame it on our hectic lifestyle or poor habits, age seems to take their toll on us making us look older than our real age. Treatment suitability and results vary from person to person.