If you’re ready to level up your look without going under the knife, there are plenty of non-surgical facial treatments now available. Many plastic surgeons offer a la carte skin treatments to serve patients seeking affordable, effective, and less-invasive options.
Below, we’ll discuss some of these available treatments in more detail, so you can boost your beauty without breaking the bank.
Hit the Pause Button with Botox®
If you’re familiar with the beauty world, you’ve likely heard the word Botox® at one point or another. Botox® has become one of the hottest and most trusted methods to turn back the clock to a more youthful, rejuvenated appearance. Cosmetically, it is considered the gold standard neuromodulator due to its ability to affect nerve signaling, allowing muscles to relax and facial wrinkles to take on a smoother appearance. Botox® is an approved brand name for the FDA-approved botulinum toxin that is used in thousands of aesthetic treatments, and its recommended use is for smaller, more targeted areas compared to a similar neuromodulator like Dysport®. It is applied by injection, and the necessary volume to get the results you’re seeking depends on the area being treated. Many patients use Botox® specifically to address forehead wrinkles, crow’s feet, and the 11’ lines that form in between our eyebrows over time from UV overexposure and years of making our everyday facial expressions. There are several options now for facial neuromodulators, but Botox® is still the most widely used in medspas and plastic surgery clinics due to its consistent results and lengthy history in the beauty community.
Smooth and Define with Fillers
Fillers have gained popularity over the past decade and are praised for their ability to create lift and reestablish facial volume due to aging. They are injected into various parts of the face just like neuromodulators, but they differ in that they don’t cause temporary muscle paralysis. Fillers are made with a gel-like substance like hyaluronic acid that is injected into areas where wrinkles have formed or facial volume has been lost, creating a smoother, plumper appearance. Some common filler brands are Juvederm, Restylane, and Belotero. They’ve become especially popular for addressing lost volume in the cheeks and restoring youthful volume in the lips, which often thin out due to the natural aging process. They’re also revered for stimulating collagen in the face. One advantage to fillers is that they can produce immediate results that last anywhere from 6 to18 months, allowing for instant gratification for the patient. One disadvantage is that they usually carry a higher price tag than neuromodulators.
Improve Texture and Tone with Lasers
Laser treatments are quickly becoming one of the most requested non-surgical beauty services out there. From body hair removal to skin resurfacing, lasers are an extremely effective method for treating skin conditions like acne, rosacea, wrinkles, and UV damage. They can be less intense, like IPL (intense pulsed light) or BBL (broadband light) to treat sun damage, facial redness and rosacea, and wrinkles. More aggressive types like the ablative CO2 laser can treat moderate to severe skin issues like deep wrinkles, scarring, or skin with noticeable texture.
IPL and other non-ablative lasers have minimal downtime but may require several sessions to get the desired results. They can cause some temporary redness and UV sensitivity, which is why sunscreen is an essential part of any laser treatment aftercare.
Another option is CO2 CoolPeel, which targets fine lines and sun damage using a gentler approach to skin resurfacing.
Am I a Good Candidate for Non-Surgical Aesthetic Treatments?
Just like with any facial rejuvenation procedure, you’ll need to consult with a trusted plastic surgeon or aesthetician before starting a new skin treatment. Treatments like Botox® or fillers should be avoided by those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, along with those who have any allergies to their ingredients, and those with medical conditions that affect the blood.
When it comes to lasers, people with skin infections, certain autoimmune disorders, those who are pregnant, or those with medical conditions that affect healing are advised to avoid them. Certain medications can also make skin more light sensitive, so it’s important to mention these in your consultation before any laser treatment takes place. Those with darker skin tones may also need to avoid certain types of lasers, as they can cause dark spots to form after treatment.
If you want to:
- Refresh tired features and restore facial volume
- Improve skin texture
- Enhance your natural beauty, and
- Improve your confidence
Look no further than Providence Plastic Surgery & Skin Center. Dr. Andrew Gear and our team provide both surgical and non-surgical body rejuvenation procedures to help you reach your beauty goals.
For a consultation, you can contact us at (704)-771-1747 or fill out our patient contact form and a member of our team will reach out to you.