Dermatology Associates of Atlanta Featured in Atlanta Parent Magazine

Be sure to grab the September issue of Atlanta Parent Magazine to see many of the skin care options Dermatology Associates of Atlanta offers.  We have recently introduced miraDry®, an FDA approved non-invasive technology that permanently reduces underarm sweat. Check out our ad below for the latest most advanced skin care treatments available for you.

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Stem Cell Enriched Fat-Grafting Promising for Cosmetic and Reconstructive Dermatology Procedures

To most people these days, the term “wrinkle fillers” is highly recognized. Some of the products associated with wrinkle fillers are Juvéderm®, Radiesse®, Sculptra®, Restylane®, and Perlane®.  These dermal fillers have soared in popularity due to their dramatic facial rejuvenating abilities.  There is an exciting movement on the anti-facial aging horizon: PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) and stem cell enriched fat grafts.

Instead of injecting a “foreign material” (one that has been produced outside the body, commonly used in the above products) doctors are now injecting the patients with their own fat. Doctors have proven that fat can be injected with predictable longevity by using an enhancement technique. The patient’s own fat, which is obtained from another area through liposuction, is enriched with stem cells.   Another product collected from the patient’s blood works to collect the platelets which are concentrated. Then growth factors, which promote tissue growth and improve the take of the transferred fat grafts, are released.  Replacing and filling areas that are sunken due to age makes a person look refreshed and younger.

In an article published in the March issue of Skin & Allergy News, European and Asian researchers are quoted describing the potential of stem cell enriched fat grafting not only for cosmetic purposes like plumping lips and cheeks, but also for reconstructive surgeries.  The article specifically sites the process’ potential in repairing damage caused by wasting conditions like lupus or radiotherapy damage from the treatment of various cancers.

Board certified dermatologist, and founder of Dermatology Associates of Atlanta, Dr. Edmond Griffin already utilizes science similar to that of stem cell enriched fat grafting along with PRP.  Platelet Rich Plasma is similar to stem cell enriched fat grafting in that it also employees a patient’s own material (platelets instead of fat), which is then re-injected into targeted areas to rejuvenate the skin’s appearance.   While Dr. Griffin currently uses PRP to treat mild facial and neck wrinkles, the development of stem-cell enhanced material will likely facilitate expanded uses of PRP.  He also primarily uses these materials in restoring tissue lost due to acne scarring.  Scars can be softened with PRP alone or in combination with subcisions, and they can even be softened in some patient’s fat grafting to lift the depressions left as a result of their teenage years.

To learn more about the cosmetic procedures available at DAA’s specialty center Atlanta Laser and Cosmetic Surgery Center, visit their website or contact their office.

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September 2010 Specials on Botox, Dysport, Juvederm, and Latisse!

Dermatology Associates of Atlanta’s team of certified physicians and providers strive to effectively attend to your every skin care need. This month, DAA specialty center Skin Medics™ Medical Spa is excited to extend special give-aways and rebates with some of their most popular facial rejuvenation products including: Latisse®, Juvederm® XC, Botox®, and Dysport®.

Latisse® is one of the only FDA approved treatments for the condition hypotrichosis (an insufficient number of eyelashes.)  Dr. Edmond Griffin, the founder Dermatology Associates of Atlanta, has seen patients grow thicker, longer lashes in a matter of weeks.  If a patient purchases a Latisse® eye lash treatment kit before October 1st, they will automatically receive a free Vivite® Vibrance therapy facial system ($119 value.)

For patients wanting to reduce their facial wrinkles there is also good news.  If they purchase the dermal filler Juvederm® XC now through September 30th, they will receive a free Vivite® Lip Plumper (a $45 value.)  For those patients who want to target crow’s feet, Skin Medics is also extending a $50 mail in manufacturer’s rebate for Botox® Cosmetic redeemable through September 30th.

Dysport®, similar to Botox in its wrinkle relaxation abilities, continues the Dysport® “Love it or Leave it Challenge” through Septmeber, 30th.  The challenge grants Dysport® patients $75 off their first Dysport® injection (300 units.)  If they “love it” they can receive an additional $75 rebate on a second injection. If they decide to “leave it” they can choose to receive another injection with Botox®.

For more information on the cosmetic treatments and products available through DAA’s Skin Medics™ Medical Spa or their other dermatological specialty centers contact their office, visit their website, or subscribe to their blog.

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