Frequently Asked Questions
What can Botox be used for?
Botox injections are noted primarily for the ability to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles, excessive sweating in the underarm region, and reshaping of the jawline or shaping of the face.
What can Fillers be used for?
Dermal fillers (also known as injectable implants, soft tissue fillers, or wrinkle fillers) are medically devised implants approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in helping to create a smoother and/or fuller appearance in the face, including nasolabial folds, cheeks and lips and for increasing the volume of the back of the hands.
They can be used to help with hollows and darkness under the eyes, to sculpt cheekbones and create a stronger jawline, and in some cases rehydrate and improve skin texture.
What can a Chemical Peel do for me?
A chemical peel is a skin-resurfacing procedure in which a chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove the top layers. The skin that grows back after a chemical peel is smoother and younger-looking. Chemical peels are used to treat wrinkles, skin discolouration and scars — typically on the face. It reduces acne scarring, brightens the skin and improves quality and texture.
What is Lipolytic Therapy?
Mesotherapy Lipolysis is used to dissolve fat. The main difference is that Lipolysis targets deeper layers of the skin. Where mesotherapy improves the surface of the skin, Lipolysis dissolves small to medium unwanted localized areas of fat (stubborn fat) that diet or exercise misses.
An active substance, naturally found in the body, is injected directly into the subcutaneous tissue. Local fat deposits are destroyed, allowing the fat stores to be released. The main role of Phosphatidylcholine (PPC) is to help emulsify and break down fat and cholesterol.
The number of sessions needed differs from one person to the next due to individual responses to the medication and the type of fat being treated.
What is a Redermalisation?
Redermalisation is treatment where a combination of Hyaluronic Acid and Succinic acid is injected into the skin. The treatment promises to provide a significant improvement in overall skin quality and elasticity, and improved hydration and skin tone.
What is Microneedling used for?
Microneedling is used to treat and improve conditions like acne scarring, fine lines and wrinkles, loose skin, skin texture, pore size, brown spots, stretch marks, and pigment issues. It’s also called skin needling, collagen induction therapy (CIT), and percutaneous collagen induction (PCI).
What does Cryotherapy entail?
Cryotherapy involves freezing a wart using a very cold substance (usually liquid nitrogen). Cryotherapy is a standard treatment for warts and can be done in a doctor’s office. The liquid nitrogen application usually takes less than a minute.
What is Dermaplaning?
Dermaplaning is a skin treatment that uses an exfoliating blade to skim dead skin cells and hair from your face. It’s also called micro planing or blading. … It’s also used to remove “peach fuzz,” the short, soft hairs on your face. Dermaplaning can be used for any skin type and anyone with: acne scars.
What are the benefits of an IV Infusion?
IV Infusions are tailored to your individual needs.
IV drip therapy improves overall wellness by providing 100% of the vitamins and nutrients your body needs to:
- Improve immune health
- Boost energy levels
- Improve symptoms of depression
- Improve anxiety
- Reduce the symptoms of migraines
- Improve symptoms of asthma
- Combat fatigue
- Provide skin benefits
Can I book an appointment and have a treatment done on the same day?
Yes if you are an existing patient of the practice.
No, if you are a new patient. Then we will consult and discuss your needs, existing health issues and expectations. Sometimes certain medications have to be halted and skincare therapy initiated prior to a procedure.
Do you accept medical aid?
Unfortunately not, aesthetics treatments are not covered by medical aid
I want to start the Medical Weight Loss System. What should I know?
A consult and medical screening are essential as certain conditions are exclusion criteria for the BHCG diet. Bring through all medications and blood results if any.
What areas can be treated with a thread lift?
Threading can treat the following areas:
- Eye area including top and bottom lid
- Crows feet
- Nasolabial folds
- Marionette lines
- Upper Cheeks
- Jowl area
Why are follow ups essential?
So that we can assess progress and treatment outcomes.
