Navigating Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation Treatment Options
Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation
Often times we may find ourselves less than pleased with our facial appearance, but uninterested in going under the knife. You may find yourself with unwanted skin appearances such as wrinkles and sun damage, or dealing with pesky, unwanted facial hair. However, what may not be commonly known is that many non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatments and solutions are currently offered.
Many of these solutions can yield immediate results, which is appealing to patients not wanting to go under the knife for facial surgery due to long recovery time. While the results of non-surgical treatments are less dramatic than surgery, the ability to be back in action after the treatment is helpful for those who want something quick to fit into their busy schedules. With so many treatments to choose from, it is important to understand that there are many options to address and improve your facial and skin concerns.
All non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatments are typically performed in-office in less than 90 minutes. Below we will explore the various types of non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatments that are available for various facial concerns. Use these to help you decide which concern you most identify with and to review your options to rejuvenate and improve. These vary from fillers to chemical peels, and there are multiple options available to address each concern. Read below to see what is available for common facial and skin concerns, and how non-surgical facial rejuvenation can help you love what you see in the mirror and help you feel your best!
Concern One: I have sun damage or age spots, what can I do to minimize their appearance?
Treatment Options: Options for minimizing signs of sun damage and age spots are laser resurfacing, chemical peel, IPL Photorejuvenation, Microneedling, and Microdermabrasion. These treatments work to reduce the appearance of dark spots, helping to even out your skin tone.
Concern Two: Is there a way for me to restore and/or enhance my cheeks and lips?
Treatment Options: There are two treatments that will best help patients achieve the cheeks and/or lips that they desire. This is done either using Hyaluronic Acid fillers such as Juvederm or Restylane or using fat injections to plump and fill. This helps create fuller looking lips and cheeks.
Concern Three: I know smiling is a good thing, but how do I reduce the appearance of the lines the expressions create?
Treatment Options: Neurotoxins, such as Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin, are used to reduce expression lines and help create your desired appearance by filling in the fine lines.
Concern Four: The skin beneath my cheeks is not as high or tight as I want it to be, how can I fix this?
Treatment Options: To reduce mild jowling, skin tightening treatments are available. These treatments include ultrasound, radiofrequency, and lasers. These work to help tighten the skin and restore shape, reducing the appearance of a jowl.
Concern Five: Is there a way for me to tighten the skin around my neck to create a more firm, youthful look?
Treatment Options: Similar to reducing mild jowling as mentioned above, the neck can also be tightened using ultrasound, radiofrequency and laser treatments. Tightening the skin will reduce the appearance of loose skin on the neck.
Concern Six: My eyelids or brows have begun to sag, can that be tightened without cosmetic surgery?
Treatment Options: Just like the mild jowling and loose skin on the neck, skin tightening treatments are the best available option to improve and restore a sagging brow or eyelids. These can help restore the brow shape you desire and create a smooth canvas on the eyelid.
Concern Seven: My skin has begun to have noticeable wrinkles and folds. Is there a way to make it appear smoother?
Treatment Options: The most effective non-surgical treatment for wrinkles and folds are dermal fillers, laser resurfacing, and non-surgical skin tightening. These all work to reduce the appearance of fine lines, creating a more smooth and tight skin appearance.
Concern Eight: I am dealing with unwanted facial hair, and tired of temporary methods of removal.
Treatment Options: To remove unwanted facial hair, the two available options are laser treatments and Intense Pulsed Light. Both aim at eliminating unwanted hair anywhere on the face for longer lasting hair removal results.
Concern Nine: I have begun to notice a double chin. How can I make this go away?
Treatment Options: To reduce the appearance of a double chin, the two treatments offered to clients are Cryolipolysis (CoolMini) and Kybella Injections.
Concern Ten: The skin on my chest has begun to take on a loose, wrinkled appearance. Is there a way to create a smoother look?
Treatment Options: Skin tightening treatments, Microneedling, and Chemical Peels are all the available options for smoothing and tightening the skin on the chest, sometimes described as “crepey”.
In conclusion, it is evident that non-surgical treatments can help you gain back confidence in your skin and appearance, and help improve issues large and small. Please be aware that not all treatments are for everyone, and to consult with your doctor before deciding on a treatment. During this consultation, you can work to decide which method is best to address your skin or facial concerns.
While there are many options to help improve and rejuvenate your face without going under the knife, there are also things to keep in mind when making your decision between non-surgical treatments and cosmetic surgery. Some reasons to choose facial cosmetic surgery include having significant sagging skin or volume loss. If you prefer going through a procedure only once, or if you desire a more permanent solution, non-surgical treatments may not be your best option as they typically last between 3 months to a year or more. Non-surgical treatments can also not reshape facial features, which are done solely through cosmetic surgery.
Talk to your doctor today about what is the best option to address your personal needs. With so many non-surgical treatment options available, it is now easier than ever to achieve your desired skin, enhance your look, and removed unwanted facial hair.