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Receive 10% OFF Laser Hair Removal Now Through March 31st!
Just in time to help you prepare for shorts season, we’re bringing back our popular laser hair removal special. Late winter is the perfect time for laser services like hair removal due to the shorter days and likelihood that your treatment areas will be protected from sun exposure. Dermatology Associates of Atlanta’s Laser Institute of Georgia can remove hair from the face, arms, under arms, legs, bikini area, chest, and more.
Check out the flyer below for more details and contact our office to schedule your appointment. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter for the latest in cosmetic laser treatment and skincare news.
New Studies Shed Light on the Treatment of Tough Acne and Scars
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions and is often caused by dead skin cells, excessive oil production, and/or bacteria growth on the skin. Regardless of age, patients who suffer from acne will most often try anything to rid themselves of this embarrassing skin condition. Featured in a recent edition of Practical Dermatology, five new studies regarding the treatment of acne and acne scarring may be the answer for individuals whose acne may not respond to other treatments.
The first study mentioned addresses the different cultural and ethnic factors that affect the treatment of acne. For example, individuals with darker skin tones are more prone to hyperpigmentation from harsher acne treatment therapies. Along the same lines, certain cultural attitudes toward acne treatments and folk remedies passed down through families may contribute to the failure of certain dermatological treatments.
The second study looks into the use of CO2 Fractionated Lasers to safely address acne scarring in individuals with darker skin tones. The results of the research show that around 35% of patients who received non-ablative factional treatment and 37% of patients receiving ablative fractional treatments experienced a 50% improvement in the appearance of their skin including a reduction in the appearance of acne scars. Meanwhile, no adverse effects were experienced in the skin tone or texture of patients.
In another study, researchers found that a mixture containing 10% glycolic acid could be an effective treatment for mild acne. Glycolic acid is a chemical often used in chemical peels that works to slough the outer layers of skin and open the pores in the second layer of skin which loosens blackheads and debris clogging pores. The research on this chemical mixture shows that patients responded after 90 days of treatment, and some even noticed a benefit after 45 days.
The fourth study looks into the effects of radiofrequency to reduce the appearance of acne scars and skin texture irregularities post-acne. During the trial, patients received five RF treatments 30 days apart. Researchers observed a 72% improvement in the appearance of acne scars based on the acne scar scale. Patient skin texture and pigmentation improved over 60% each as well.
Finally, in a study conducted in Japan, researchers found that patients are more likely to adhere to an acne treatment plan as prescribed by a dermatologist when patients felt like they had a good understanding of acne as a skin condition and how to treat it. Factors like side effects and personal satisfaction with the treatment also had an impact on whether patients continued with treatment. These findings illustrate that improving patient education regarding acne and treatment may increase patient adherence to acne treatments.
Dermatology Associates of Atlanta’s board certified dermatologists and qualified providers invite you to connect with them on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates in acne and dermatology news.
Join Dermatology Associates of Atlanta for Discounts on Allumera® Photodynamic Skin Treatment
You’re Invited Wednesday, February 1st from 7am-5pm!
Dermatology Associates of Atlanta is excited to announce our latest complexion-clearing technology: Allumera® Photodynamic Skin Treatment. Useful for individuals with varying skin conditions, Allumera® can help reduce the signs of acne and skin’s oiliness, as well as eliminate signs of aging like sunspots and enlarged pores.
Allumera is a topical cream that works by concentrating in damaged skin cells. After the treatment has soaked into the skin for about an hour, our dermatologists wash it off and choose a light source (typically Isolaz® or Red Light treatment) to help the chemicals in the cells repair the skin.
In a five-month controlled study, people experienced a 44% reduction in the appearance of their pores three months after their last treatment. In a survey conducted three months after their last Allumera® treatment:
- 93% of people said their skin felt softer.
- 91% of people said their skin felt more hydrated, moisturized and smoother.
- 89% of people said their skin texture was improved.
- 86% of people said their skin looked and felt healthier.
- The majority of people said they would recommend Allumera to a friend.
If you’d like to take advantage of this great new technology, join us this Wednesday, February 1st from 7am-5pm for discounts on Allumera® and Isolaz™ or Red Light treatments. Call (404) 256-4457 today to schedule your appointment.
Fall Back in Love with Your Look with Savings on Dysport® and Restylane®
If you’re looking for a way to treat yourself this February, look no further than Dermatology Associates of Atlanta. Beginning February 1st through March 31st, 2012 patients interested in smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the forehead and eyes can receive $50 OFF on one Dysport® treatment by mail-in rebate (see details at www.dysportusa.com to learn more). Dysport® works by relaxing the muscles in the forehead and eyebrows that, through repeated facial expressions, cause wrinkles.
If you’re looking to enhance your pucker or pout during the season of love, you’ll be interested in our savings on Restylane®. Recently approved for lip enhancement in patients over age 21, Restylane® can also help to refill areas in the face that have lost volume over time like the lips and cheeks. Similar to Restylane®, Perlane® uses larger gel particles to fill in deeper wrinkles like marionette lines or nasolabial folds around the mouth. February 1st through March 31st, 2012 we are offering patients $40 off each milliliter of Restylane® (2 mL min, 9 mL max, including up to 1.5 mL per lip) and $50 off each milliliter of Perlane® (1 mL min, 6 mL max) for a potential of up to $360 in savings (also by rebate, visit www.restylaneusa.com for more details).
Make sure to mark your calendar for these excellent savings beginning February 1st through March 31st! Visit the manufacturer’s websites listed above for more details, and feel free to contact us with any questions and to schedule your appointment. You can check out our other savings opportunities by visiting our specials page.
For Healthy Skin Get Some Sleep
Though we’ve all heard the phrase “beauty sleep,” we probably don’t actually think about how beneficial a good night’s rest can be for our skin. When we were younger, staying out all night and looking decent the next day was no problem. However, as skin ages, it doesn’t recover as well from a lack of sleep as it once did. Here are some ways a solid 8 hours can improve your skin:
Restful sleep promotes the production of new skin cells. As the surface skin cells die, our complexions begin to look dull and damaged. Sleep helps to clean up the daily damage we’ve inflicted upon our skin (unprotected exposure to UV rays, contact with pollution and free radicals, etc.) by encouraging skin cell turnover more so than during the day, according to Alex Khadavi, M.D., associate dermatology professor at the University of Southern California.
Your skincare products are more effective at night. The retinoids, vitamins, and other anti-aging ingredients in skincare products become less effective after extended exposure to sunlight. At night, the lack of sunlight means that anti-aging ingredients stay active longer than during the day. This is why more nighttime skincare products contain more active ingredients than daytime products.
Lack of sleep can increase stress hormones. Sleep deprivation increases the amounts of stress hormones in your body which can lead to increased inflammation and flare ups of skin conditions like acne or rosacea. This effect can speed up the skin’s aging process leaving you looking older the less sleep you get.
Not getting enough shut eye can decrease hydration. When your body doesn’t get the amount of sleep it needs, its ability to maintain hydration decreases. Once supple skin can become dehydrated, damaged, and dull. This also makes the skin less able to protect itself, leaving it more susceptible to harsh chemicals and environmental contaminants regardless of your skincare regimen.
While it’s important to maintain a healthy skincare schedule, regular anti-aging cosmetic treatments, and avoid skin-damaging sun exposure, getting enough sleep at night is just as important in preserving your skin’s youthful appearance. For those who may have not have gotten to snooze as long as they should have through the years, Dermatology Associates of Atlanta offers patients anti-aging and wrinkle reduction treatments including facial fillers, chemical peels, laser skin resurfacing, and more.
For more information or to schedule your appointment, contact our office. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Twitter for the latest in wrinkle reduction news and updates.
Don’t Miss Our Special on Chemical Peels!
Now through January 31st, 2012, you can save $50 on some of your favorite Skin Medica® chemical peels from Skin Medics™ Medical Spa. Enjoy a Vitalize Peel® for only $100 to reduce the appearance of melasma, sun damage, and acne with one treatment and no downtime. For a deeper peel that will improve moderate to severe acne, acne scarring, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation, try our Rejuvenize Peel™ for $200. Contact us to schedule your appointment today.
Dermatology Associates of Atlanta’s January Cosmetic Day Is Coming!
If you’re ready to begin 2012 fresh-faced, join Dermatology Associates of Atlanta‘s Skin Medics™ Medical Spa for our first Cosmetic Day of the year. Wednesday, January 11th, we’ll be offering great deals on facial fillers like Juvéderm™, Restylane®, and Radiesse®. You can also save on Botox® and Dysport® injectables which work to smooth wrinkles around the eyes and forehead. Make sure to take advantage of our specials on cosmetic laser treatments and Skin Medics™ Medical Spa‘s featured products, too.
Did you see our ad in Atlanta Parent’s December issue?
Dermatology Associates of Atlanta offers a variety of options to meet Atlantan’s skin care needs. From fat reduction and wrinkle reduction to treating various skin conditions, no matter what’s on your wish list, we’ve got you covered. Be sure to join us for our Cosmetic Day Wednesday January 11th for discounts on various products and services. For more infomation, please contact our office at 404-256-4457.
Simple Skincare: Maximizing Skin Health with a Few Easy Steps
For those with no serious skin conditions, skincare can be something that often falls to the wayside when schedules get busy during the holiday season. However, even if you don’t suffer from rosacea or acne and aren’t ready for wrinkle treatments, it’s important to take care of your skin now to prevent future issues like the signs of aging or even skin cancer. There are four main steps to maintaining healthy skin: cleanse, exfoliate, moisturize, and apply sunscreen.
Cleanse: Choose a cleanser that works with your skin type (dry, oily, combination, sensitive, normal), and wash your skin once or twice a day with warm water. Over-cleansing can dry out your skin, and washing in very hot or cold water can cause broken capillaries or visible facial veins. Those with dry skin should choose a creamy cleanser, and oily-skinned individuals should opt for a clear cleanser. If you wear makeup, make sure to remove it with a makeup remover before going to bed to prevent dirt and bacteria from building up in your pores.
Exfoliate: In order to protect you from outside elements, your skin is constantly regenerating new skin cells. However, sometimes dead skin cells don’t slough off as easily as they should. Exfoliation helps to remove the dead skin cells from the surface of the skin. Using a gentle scrub with small polishing particles, lightly rub the face in a circular motion working from the inside out.
Each person’s exfoliation schedule depends on his or her skin type. Those with more sensitive facial skin may need to stick to weekly exfoliation, while those with more durable or oily skin may exfoliate more often. The key to exfoliation is gentleness. Remember that the exfoliation process is supposed to leave the skin healthier afterward, not irritated and red.
Moisturize: There are multiple moisturizers on the market that work well for individuals of all different skin types. Cleansing the face removes any dirt or oil that could clog pores, but it also often strips the skin of its natural moisturizing and protective oils. By applying the appropriate moisturizer for your skin type, your skin can replenish the oils eliminated by the cleanser and protect itself from outside elements.
Apply Sunscreen: Of all the skincare steps one should take, applying daily sunscreen is the most important. The main cause of wrinkles is unprotected sun exposure. UV rays hasten the aging process, breaking down the support structure behind the skin creating lax tissue that makes us look older than we are. A simple daily application of a broad spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen on facial skin can help prevent advanced signs of aging as well as skin cancer. There are currently many moisturizers on the market that include SPF for a combination of the last two steps.
Skincare is often much simpler than people think. A quick 4-step regimen takes less than 10 minutes to complete and sets you up for healthy skin now and in the future. Our Skin Medics™ Medical Spa can formulate an easy skincare program catered toward your age and skin type.
For individuals who may suffer from dermatological problems like psoriasis or eczema and need more than a simple skincare regimen, we recommend you make an appointment with one of our highly trained dermatologists. We can also offer information on our other services like vein removal, laser tattoo removal, facial rejuvenation, and treatment of other skin conditions.
You can keep up with DAA’s latest news on Facebook and Twitter as well!
Dermatology Associates of Atlanta’s Holiday Hours
We know the holidays are a busy time and schedules can be frantic. Dermatology Associates of Atlanta understand the hustle and bustle can get crazy. Mark your calendars, because we’ve settled our holiday schedule!
We will be OPEN Saturdays December 10th and 17th.
We will be CLOSED Christmas Eve (Saturday, December 24th); Monday, December 26th; New Year’s Eve (Saturday, December 31st); and Monday, January 2nd.
In the case of inclement weather, make sure to check our website or call our office to confirm that we’re open. We hope everyone’s holidays are filled with fun!
Study Emphasizes Sun Protection over Water Consumption for Beautiful Skin
We’ve all heard that drinking 8 glasses of water a day keeps your skin glowing and dewy. However, a recent investigation by the British Nutrition Foundation found that protecting your skin from the sun along with maintaining a healthy diet is much more important in achieving a healthy complexion and fighting the signs of aging.
While drinking water is important as part of adequate nutrition, forcing down 8 glasses a day to keep your skin hydrated may not be necessary. According to the BNF, “There currently appears to be very little scientific evidence relating to the effects of water consumption on skin hydration, and whether drinking more or less water actually has any impact on skin appearance.” Instead, eating a healthy range of fruits and vegetables that contain vitamins A, B, C, and E and wearing a broad-spectrum sunscreen every day are better actions to prevent wrinkles and fine lines.
Unprotected sun exposure is a proven cause of skin cancer as well as wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. This is one reason that legislation in California was recently passed that banned teens under 18 from tanning salons even if they had their parents’ permission. Sun exposure breaks down the support structures in the skin speeding up the aging process and producing fine lines and sunspots.
While it’s still important to regularly drink water, Dermatology Associates of Atlanta encourages our patients to take further measures to ensure the health of their skin and postpone the signs of aging from appearing.
For more information on anti-aging, skin cancer prevention or treatment, skincare, or dermatology contact us. You can also find us on Facebook and Twitter with the latest in dermatology news and updates!
Don’t Just Wish for Beautiful Skin This Season
Is your skin holiday ready? Our Skin Medics™ Medical Spa’s list of December specials gives you the perfect opportunity to prepare your skin for all the merrymaking of the season! With a microdermabrasion and pomegranate peel combo for only $150, your skin will be glowing!
If the area around your eyes is in need of a holiday brightening, we’re offering 20% off CosMedix® Opti Crystal Eye Serum which helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles while gently rejuvenating the delicate skin around the eyes.
Check out our flyer below for more details. Call now to take advantage of these great offers (678) 552-2163.
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