Body Contouring

Did you know that the average American gains 30 pounds from ages 20 to 50, even though people don’t usually eat more food during this period? The deck is stacked against women even more because when they reach perimenopause and/or menopause they may gain weight due to hormone changes. Particularly weight gain around the waistline is common because low estrogen Continue reading

Your comfort and overall satisfaction with a cosmetic skin procedure can sometimes be related to the timing of the procedure. “Unfortunately, many people who pursue cosmetic procedures ignore their schedule and the time of year, sometimes enduring more discomfort as a result,” says Dr. Miriam Hanson, board certified dermatologist at Sanova Dermatology in Austin, Texas. Believe it or not, weather Continue reading

CoolSculpting is an FDA-approved method of fat reduction that targets areas where fat persists despite dieting and exercise. Best of all, it involves zero downtime — zero! The alternative is liposuction, the surgical removal of fat which involves considerable downtime for recovery. Liposuction Liposuction involves using a small metal tube, called a cannula, and suction to remove excess fat from Continue reading

Coolsculpting is a revolutionary technique that allows people to get rid of stubborn, unwanted fat without invasive procedures like liposuction. For many people, this procedure succeeds where diet and exercise fall flat. Some people struggle with fat in certain areas of the body that just won’t go away. “Coolsculpting is a non-invasive, non-surgical method that involves freezing the fat in Continue reading

The Banana Roll — that little roll of fat under the butt that never seems to respond to exercise? Eliminating it is high on your “body goals” wish list, but you’re not sure where to start, and liposuction seems a little extreme. Have you considered CoolSculpting that annoying banana roll out of existence? “If you’ve never heard of CoolSculpting, or Continue reading

When it comes to “problem” areas of the body, arms are often at the top of the list. This is particularly true as we age. It seems that no matter how much you exercise or diet that extra bit of fat in the upper arm area refuses to budge. You can have a healthy, fit and strong body and still Continue reading

CoolSculpting has been a successful, non-invasive method for treating stubborn fat found on the body in areas including the abdomen, thighs, love handles, and chin. The FDA has now approved this unique therapy for treatment of another area that many struggle to see definition: The arms. “The arms are a major aesthetic concern for many patients,” says Dr. Miriam Hanson, dermatologist Continue reading

Looking for an effective, non-invasive way to take care of that little fat bulge that no amount of exercise seems to get rid of? Have you ever heard about Coolsculpting? No? Take a look at the what this innovative procedure has to offer. What is Zeltiq CoolSculpting? “I like to tell patients what CoolSculpting is not,” says Dr. Miriam Hanson, Continue reading

It’s like clockwork. January and February reliably bring in new health club membership, exercise gear purchases and an increase interest in diet trends. “The new year is a fresh start for many people and an opportunity to set up your goals and intentions for the next 12 months,” says Dr. Kellie Reed, a board certified Dermatologist at Sanova Dermatology. Diet Continue reading

With each new year comes a tidal wave of new information about medical dermatology and cosmetic skin treatment. Throughout the year,  Sanova Dermatology  has shared the latest and greatest trends and procedures. Here are the top blogs from 2016 that YOU found to be the most exciting and interesting for this year in skin! 8. Juvederm Volbella vs. Restylane Silk  Continue reading