Chemical Peels
Introduction Chemical peels are a method of skin resurfacing to address a variety of patient concerns from dyschromias to acne scars and wrinkles. Many physicians may have switched from chemical…
Aesthetic plastic surgery
Surgical Lip Enhancement: Lip Lift and Lip Reduction
Lip Anatomy and Histology The lips serve many functions, such as eating, drinking, speaking, mimetic animation, kissing, and serving as a valve for the terminal oral airway. Lips are among…
The Importance of Priming the Skin for Skin Resurfacing Procedures and Overall Anti-Aging
Introduction Many patients have tried a myriad of skincare products by the time they present to our offices, oftentimes with mixed results. It is not unusual for these patients to…
Treatment of Excess Fat
Treatment of Excess Fat Ethan C. Levin, MD Jessica B. Dietert, MD Eva A. Hurst, MD Chapter Highlights Tumescent liposuction has revolutionized the ability to offer in-office fat reduction therapy….
Minimally Invasive Aesthetic Surgical Procedures
Minimally Invasive Aesthetic Surgical Procedures Christopher J. Rizzi, MD John J. Chi, MD, MPHS Chapter Highlights Although the popularity of minimally invasive aesthetics continues to rise, dramatic improvement in appearance…
Miscellaneous Aesthetic Procedures
Miscellaneous Aesthetic Procedures Lindsey M. Voller, BA Rachit Gupta, BS Noora S. Hussain, BS Charles E. Crutchfield, III MD Javed A. Shaik, PhD, MS Maria K. Hordinsky, MD Neil S….
Vascular Treatments of the Lower Extremity
Vascular Treatments of the Lower Extremity Dillon Clarey, MD Ashley Wysong, MD, MS Chapter Highlights Chronic venous disease secondary to valve reflux is a common and increasing problem. Numerous risk…
Soft Tissue Augmentation
Soft Tissue Augmentation Samantha L. Schneider, MD Hema Sundaram, MD M. Laurin Council, MD Chapter Highlights Soft tissue augmentation is currently the second most common minimally invasive aesthetic procedure in…
Chemical Peels
Chemical Peels Frankie G. Rholdon, MD Chapter Highlights Chemical peels are traditionally categorized as being superficial (epidermal), medium-depth (papillary dermis), and deep (reticular dermis). Selection of the type of chemical…
Cosmeceuticals
Cosmeceuticals Michelle Henry, MD Chapter Highlights Cosmeceuticals are topically applied, over-the-counter skincare products containing key active ingredients. Sunscreens are topical preparations that reflect or absorb ultraviolet radiation and can be…
