WHAT MUSCLE RELAXING INJECTIONS CAN TREAT:

• Frown lines between the eyebrows
• Forehead lines
• Crow’s feet
• Lines underneath the eyes
• Excessive muscle roll underneath the eyes
• Bunny lines on the sides of the nose
• A drooping nose
• Gummy smile
• Excessive squareness of the face in association with large muscles at the angle of the jaw
• Upper lip wrinkles
• Downturned mouth
• Popply chin
• Poor jaw line definition
• Vertical neck bands

NON COSMETIC USES FOR MUSCLE RELAXING INJECTIONS:

• Excessive sweating
• Migraines
• Teeth clenching and grinding

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DERMAL FILLERS

The fillers used at Bay Dermatology are composed of hyaluronic acid, a substance found naturally in our skin and joints. Hyaluronic acid is hydrophilic, meaning that it attracts water and is used to restore volume loss in the skin. There are several different products available with varying consistencies. The exact product used depends on the area to be treated and the desired outcome. When used correctly by an experienced injector who has detailed knowledge of facial anatomy, it is safe and results are natural.

DERMAL FILLER INJECTIONS ARE USED TO:

• Improve the appearance of scars (including acne scars).
• Enhance lip size and shape.
• Sculpt cheeks.
• Enhance the chin and profile.
• Correct nasolabial folds and marionettes lines.
• Enhance nose shape.
• Enhance facial shape.
• Restore volume to the temples, brow and forehead giving the upper face and eye area a lift.
• Restore volume under the eyes in the tear trough area helping to improve the appearance of dark circles, fine lines, volume loss and wrinkles.

WHAT THE PROCEDURE INVOLVES: The treatment is simple and quick, taking approximately 30 minutes. Small amounts of hyaluronic acid are injected with a very fine needle or cannula into the treatment area. Discomfort is minimised by the use of ice, topical anaesthetic cream and/or nerve blocks. Depending on the area to be treated, there may be some bruising at the injection site however most people can return to work immediately after the procedure. If you take fish oil or glucosamine, please stop these 10 days prior to the procedure to minimise the risk of bruising.

After the procedure, the treated area feels numb and slightly swollen. It can be tender to touch. This tenderness usually resolves within 24 hours and can be minimised with paracetamol. The numbness returns to normal within 4 hours. If you are treating your lips, please be careful with hot drinks for 4 hours after the procedure because of risk of scalding. The swelling usually resolves within 2 days. Swelling associated with lip injections may take longer to subside. Unless directed to do so, do not massage the affected area for 1-2 days following the procedure. Due to the risk of bruising and swelling, we advise treatment at least two weeks prior to any major event.

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MICRONEEDLING (DERMAPEN)

Microneedling therapy is a very simple procedure that uses a hand-controlled device with tiny, shallow needles to puncture the outer layer of skin to create a controlled skin injury. This damage to the skin stimulates the production of new collagen and elastin.

Microneedling is used to rejuvenate the skin by filling in fine lines, resulting in an overall improvement in the texture and tightness. It can also be used to reduce the appearance of scars and stretch marks. The natural growth of collagen will not happen instantly; it takes place over weeks and months. This treatment is not designed to be an ‘instant fix’, but is intended to improve the appearance of your skin in the long term. It is ideal for mild photodamaged skin and superficial atrophic scars. For more severely photo-aged skin or deeper scars, ablative laser is the preferred treatment modality.

One microneedling session generally takes 20 minutes. Anaesthesia is provided with ice, topical anaesthetic or local anaesthetic nerve blocks. Straight after the procedure, the skin appears red – similar to a mild sunburn. The skin returns to normal in a couple of days. The number of treatments required varies, but is typically between 4 and 8. Each treatment is spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart.

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LASER TREATMENT: EXCEL® V+ BY CUTERA®

The excel V+ is the latest generation of high-powered, precise, dual-wavelength lasers, and Bay Dermatology is excited to be the first practice in South Australia to offer this advanced laser therapy. The groundbreaking excel V+ by Cutera® is considered the gold standard in treatment of vascular (red) lesions on the face and body. It removes visible veins and redness and improves the appearance of scars and vascular birthmarks. In addition to the treatment of vascular lesions, Excel V+ can be used to treat pigmentation and over time can improve fine lines and wrinkles thereby improving uneven skin tone.

WHAT MAKES THE EXCEL V+ BETTER THAN OTHER VASCULAR LASERS?

The excel V+ is the first laser to feature a micro-pulsed energy delivery system that’s so precise and powerful that it can treat deep lesions without affecting your surrounding, healthy skin.

The excel V+ utilises CoolView™ sapphire technology which has been demonstrated to reduce the discomfort associated with traditional vascular laser treatments and eliminates the need for numbing gel which can decrease efficacy of the laser. Excel V+ has a 16mm spot size which means that treatments are up to 5X faster than traditional vascular lasers.

WHY DOES THE EXCEL V+ FEATURE TWO DIFFERENT WAVELENGTHS?

The excel V+ lets us choose from two clinically proven wavelengths — micro-pulsed 532 nm and 1064 nm — so that we can treat both superficial and deep lesions, veins, and wrinkles. We adjust the wavelength depending on the type of lesion we are treating. Cutera’s unique truPulse technology guarantees consistent, reliable outcomes.

WHAT DOES EXCEL V+ TREAT?

Excel V+ is used to improve the appearance of:

• Rosacea
• Diffuse redness
• Sunspots
• Spider veins on the legs (telangiectasias)
• Cherry angiomas
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Enlarged pores
• Bruises
• Freckles
• Mild-to-moderate acne
• Scars
• Birthmarks such as port wine stains

IS THERE ANY DOWN TIME?

You should expect mild redness and swelling following the treatment that can last up to a few days. Any pigmented lesions will darken over the next week or so and then flake off.

ARE THERE ANY RISKS?

Scarring, hypo- or hyper-pigmentation and infection are all potential risks but are extremely rare. 

TREATMENT INFO: Some lesions may resolve following a single laser treatment however 2-3 treatments are usually required, spaced 4-6 weeks apart, for maximal results. The cost depends on the area of skin to be treated. All laser treatments are performed by Bay Dermatology nurses.

REBATES: All red lesions on the face and neck visible from 3 metres attract a Medicare rebate if you have a valid referral from your GP.

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LASER TREATMENT: LASER GENESIS AND GREEN GENESIS BY CUTERA®

Cutera’s laser Genesis (1064nm) and green genesis (532nm) are becoming two of the most popular skin rejuvenation laser treatments internationally. The treatment has no down time and there is very little pain. It stimulates collagen and elastin production in the dermis and reduces microvasculature and mild pigmentation over time. Over the course of 6-8 treatments, patients can expect an improvement in fine lines, wrinkles, pore size, redness and mild pigmentation.

Some refer to this treatment as the “the Hollywood facial” and it is often used before red carpet events.

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SEE IT IN ACTION: Elle Macpherson is a big fan – here is a short video of her having the treatment!