Cosmetic Procedures
- BOTOX® Cosmetic
- Restylane®
- Juvéderm™
- Perlane®
- Moles and Melanoma
- Cosmetic Mole Removal
- Chemical Peels
BOTOX® Cosmetic
Wrinkling makes a person appear older. Our everyday expressions lead to wrinkling. This wrinkling can not only age us but make us look tired or mad even when we are not. BOTOX® Cosmetic relaxes the muscles that cause this wrinkling making your skin appear younger and smoother. BOTOX® Cosmetic can work on frown lines, crows feet, forehead lines, lines around the mouth and neck lines.
BOTOX® Cosmetic is injected into the facial muscles that lead to wrinkling. It decreases the electrical activity between the nerve endings and the muscle causing the muscle to relax. This treats the current wrinkle and prevents new wrinkles from forming. The procedure is simple and safe and has been preformed for more than a decade. Dr. Babcock can treat you with BOTOX® Cosmetic in her office and you can go back to normal activity when the procedure is over. Dr. Babcock welcomes your questions about BOTOX® Cosmetic. Please call (404) 835-3052 for an appointment.
Learn more at www.botoxcosmetic.com
BOTOX™ for excessive sweating
BOTOX™ can also be used for excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) under the arms or hands. BOTOX™ can be life altering for patients with excessive sweating. The effect lasts about 10 months and sometimes is paid for by insurance. Dr. Babcock can talk to you further about the use of BOTOX™ for hyperhidrosis. Please call (404) 835-3052 for an appointment.
Learn more at www.botoxcosmetic.com
Restylane®
Restylane is a synthetic gel that is used to fill wrinkles and hollow areas on your face. It is hyaluronic acid, a natural substance found in our bodies that can add volume and hydration. Restylane can make you look younger in many ways. It can be used to fill the nasal labial fold (the crease from the nose to the lips), to fill lips, to fill the hollows under your eyes, to the chin, to the nasal bridge and along the cheek bone to give more facial definition. Unlike collagen, Restylane is not derived from animal product so the chance of allergic reaction is minimal. No testing is required. People allergic to collagen can have Restylane injected.
During the procedure Dr. Babcock uses topical numbing medication and occasionally local numbing to make the procedure more comfortable. Dr. Babcock then injects the medication into the wrinkle or depression. The results of beautiful skin are seen immediately. Restylane attracts water so the full result is not seen for 2-3 days. The product is slowly absorbed by your body so most patients repeat the treatment every 6-8 months. Some people experience brusing for 3-4 days after the procedure. You can greatly reduce your risk of bruising by stopping asprin, ibuprofen, Aleve and vitamins approximately two weeks prior to your appointment. Dr. Babcock can talk to you further about the use of Restylane in your rejuvenation plan. Please call (404) 835-3052 for an appointment.
Learn more at www.restylane.com
Juvéderm™
Juvéderm™ is another synthetic gel made from non-animal derived hyaluronic acid. It is manufactured by the same company as BOTOX® Cosmetic. It works in the same manner as Restylane. Juvéderm™ can fill lips, nasal labial folds, treat acne scars and fill hollows. It and the other hyaluronic filers are the fastest growing non-surgical aesthetic procedures in the United States. Dr. Babcock can talk to you further about the use of Juvéderm™ in your rejuvenation plan. Please call (404) 835-3052 for an appointment.
Learn more at www.juvedermusa.com
Perlane®
Perlane is made by the same company that produces Restylane. Perlane is also a synthetic gel made from non-animal derived hyaluronic acid found in our skin. It is thicker than Restylane and used to treat areas of greater volume loss. For example Dr. Babcock may use Restylane to fill the lips while using Perlane to fill the nasal labial folds. As with Restylane, some patients experience bruising after the treatment and this can be greatly decreased by avoiding medication that lead to bruising approximately 2 weeks prior to the procedure (see list above). Dr. Babcock can talk to you further about the use of Perlane in your rejuvenation plan. Please call (404) 835-3052 for an appointment.
Moles and Melanoma
Moles or nevi are the brown spots that you see on your skin. They are composed of melanocytes, the cells that make pigment in your body. Occasionally a mole will start growing uncontrollably and turn into melanoma. Melanomas can also develop in the absence of a mole. Melanomas are dangerous tumors that can metastasize (spread) throughout the body leading to death. Dr.Babcock received specialty training in diagnosing and treating melanomas of all types. Please call (404) 835-3052 for an appointment.
Cosmetic Mole Removal
Many patients are bothered by unsightly moles, skin tags and other growths that are considered cosmetic by insurance companies. Dr. Babcock specializes in removing these growths with minimal to no scarring. Depending on the size of the growth, most can be removed quickly and safely in the office with little down time. Patients return to work and normal activities with a small band-aid. If you have always wanted a particular spot removed, Dr. Babcock will be happy to talk to you about it and remove it the same day. Please call (404) 835-3052 for an appointment.
Chemical Peels
Women have used chemical peeling for centuries to make their skin look better. Some ancient writings discuss how Cleopatra used lactic acid on her face to improve her appearance. Dr. Babcock uses chemical peels to rejuvenate the skin and make you look and feel younger. Chemical peeling reduces the signs of aging such as fine and heavy wrinkling, premalignant keratosis, leathery skin, pigmentation and scaling. Different strengths of chemical peels produce different results. Dr. Babcock can evaluate your skin to determine which rejuvenation peel is best for you.
BETA LIFT™ Rejuvenation Peels
The Beta Lift™ chemical peel is a light peel perfect for the person who wants fresher, younger looking skin without the downtime. This peel deeply exfoliates dead and dull cells from the skin's surface. Regeneration of new cells is stimulated giving your skin a natural glow. The Beta Lift™ penetrates into the pores decreasing white heads, black heads and pigmentation. Fine lines also can be improved with maintenance peels. The procedure can be done in the office in less than thirty minutes. After the peel your skin may have a slight pink appearance for a few hours. In about 3 days your skin will peel mildly which can continue for 3-5 days. This peel is best suited for the busy person who wants quick results. Most patients repeat the Beta Lift™ chemical peel biweekly or monthly. Sunscreen is a must after this treatment. Dr. Babcock is happy to discuss the Beta Lift™ chemical peel with you in more depth. Please call (404) 835-3052 for an appointment.
Medium Chemical Peel Rejuvenation
Medium depth chemical peels are used to dramatically reduce the signs of aging in your skin. Jessner's solution and TCA (Trichloroacetic Acid) are used alone or in combination to achieve these results. These peels work to remove age spots, wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, acne, mild acne scarring, pre-cancerous lesions and leathery skin leaving you with new revitalized skin. Dr. Babcock applies the solution in the office and you leave with mild to moderate redness. With the TCA peel and occasionally with the Jessner's peel your skin will turn a darker color and appear sun-burned for 3-5 days. Afterwards the skin may develop crusts and start to peel for 3-4 days further. Special care needs to taken during this time period, and it is recommended that you do not return work or outside activities for about 1 week after the chemical peel (shorter for the Jessner's peel). Strict sun avoidance is mandatory the first two weeks after the TCA or Jessner's chemical peel. Habitual use of sunscreen is necessary in the first six months after these peels. Dr. Babcock is happy to discuss the TCA or Jessner's chemical peel with you in more depth. Please call (404) 835-3052 for an appointment.