As the most popular cosmetic treatment in the country, BOTOX® is often the subject of our patients’ most frequently asked questions at Sanova Dermatology. Let us help you understand all there is to know about BOTOX® so you can become one of the millions satisfied with its results. How Does Botox® Work? Some of the questions we get most are about Continue reading
Everyone has had a few acne breakouts throughout their lifetime. However, in more severe cases acne can become chronic and cause bigger issues for an individual. Sometimes over-the-counter medications and face washes just don’t cut it. “Acne can be embarrassing and painful,” mentions Donna Vial, a certified physician assistant at Sanova Dermatology in Lafayette, Louisiana. It can leave permanent scars Continue reading
It is a common misconception that Botox is only beneficial in treating wrinkles that are already present. However, Botox is very useful when used in younger patients for the prevention of wrinkles. This method is very effective and is growing in popularity. Here are three awesome benefits of preventative botox. It Relaxes Facial Muscles “Botox works by relaxing the muscles Continue reading
With endless skincare products in the market claiming to do many things, you need to be careful when shopping. For that matter, one of the most important things you need to look at when picking a product is the ingredients it contains. And equally crucial, the skin concerns those ingredients target. If you have mature skin, the Biopelle skin range Continue reading
Dermal filler has revolutionized the whole world of beauty. It simplifies the anti-aging treatments and makes them affordable to everyone. What Is Dermal Filler? Dermal filler is an injectable gel-like substance and is used by skin injection for facial aesthetic treatments. The purpose of having a dermal filler is to restore the lost volume, smooth wrinkles and lines, soften creases, Continue reading
Matrix CO2 Fractional Laser Treatment uses a grid pattern of thousands of small pulses of laser to remove years of sun and age damaged skin. “The laser works like aerating a yard, vaporizing many small ‘plugs’ of skin deep into the dermis, removing the old, damaged skin, and stimulating the development of healthy new collagen,” shares Dr. Jeffrey Poole, a Continue reading
Growing up, kids hear many well-intended sound bites from their parents that serve as reminders to do their best. “Please brush your teeth.” “Did you comb your hair?” “Wear your mask and bring a spare just in case.” While some lessons are seasonal, others stand the test of time. “Don’t pick at it, or it will scar.” Kids the world Continue reading
While facial peels and lasers have gained momentum and offer incredible results, it is important to maintain a top-notch skincare regimen that prepares your skin for such treatments. Facial peels and lasers assist in efficiently exfoliating the surface to improve the look and feel of skin while also treating wrinkles, preventing acne, and improving the appearance of scars, age spots, Continue reading
New Studies, New Hope According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne is the most common skin problem in the United States. About 40 to 50 million Americans have acne at a given time. “And if the teenage years weren’t difficult enough, 90% of adolescents struggle as well,” says Dr. Ted Lain, chief medical office and board-certified dermatologist at Sanova Dermatology Continue reading
There is a common misconception that cosmetic dermatology is reserved just for women, but this is simply not the case at all. In fact, statistics taken from both The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons and The American Society of Plastic Surgeons show that minimally invasive cosmetic procedures have exponentially increased among male patients year after year. There are so many great Continue reading
