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A New Wrinkle In Facial Treatments By Dr. Pamela Rosen Plastic surgery is an exciting and constantly changing field of medicine. In recent years advances in aesthetic (or cosmetic) plastic surgery have been geared toward less invasive techniques. Endoscopic or limited-incision surgeries, Botox treatments and a variety of laser resurfacing procedures are all good examples of this newer, more subtle approach. Along these lines, the most exciting developments to have come along in 2004 are a new class of fillers designed to safely minimize facial wrinkles. In previous years, individuals wishing to diminish facial wrinkles with injectable fillers relied mostly on traditional collagen. Traditional collagen is derived from animals (cow), requires an allergy test and lasts approximately three months. Human (cadaver-derived) collagen has also been used, and may last longer. In January, 2004, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the use of a new type of injectable filler created from non-animal based hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that already exists in the human body and is used to provide volume and fullness to the skin. Known as Restylane and Perlane, these new products are safe and natural, and work well to correct moderate to severe wrinkles and folds. Restylane lasts approximately six months (twice as long as collagen), so treatments are typically scheduled twice a year. Restyane is injected directly into the skin in tiny amounts with an ultrafine needle. Results are practically instantaneous. To optimize comfort during the short procedure, many physicians anesthetize the treatment area or prescribe a topical anesthetic to be applied one hour before. Patients often will combine Restylane treatments with Botox injections. Botox blocks nerve transmission to relax the underlying muscles, and is especially helpful in the upper face (forehead and frown lines, as well as crow’s feet). Restylane is most useful in the lower face for lip enhancement and nasolabial folds (lines extending from the nose to the corners of the mouth). These “lunch hour” procedures require no pretesting, but a few precautions are recommended before treatment. Aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications should be avoided for one week prior to treatment to minimize any risk of bruising. Post-treatment application of ice is also helpful. The new injectable fillers are a safe and effective way to enhance a more youthful appearance. However, in some cases more extensive work may be needed to achieve the results an individual desires. In these situations, more traditional techniques such as facelifts, browlifts and blepharopasties may be indicated. The first step in making an educated determination about the most appropriate options should be a visit to the plastic surgeon’s office. A private consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon will clarify which procedures can be expected to yield optimal results. The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (800-364-2147 or www. Asaps.org.) is a good resource for finding qualified plastic surgeons. P ● Dr. Rosen is a Parkland resident whose practice is in Coral Springs. CONGRATULATIONS On Your Beautiful New Smiles! Samantha Andrew Kelly Daniel All Of Us At Dr. Rozen’s Office Say....KEEP SMILING! HENRY ROZEN, D.M.D., P.A. Orthodontics for Children and Adults VISIT OUR NEW LOCATION 9154 WILES ROAD, CORAL SPRINGS (954) 755-8828 Member American Association of Orthodontists Elliott W. Hinkes, M.D Bruce S. Fletcher, M.D. Michael A. Kelly, M.D., Ph.D. Northwest Broward Orthopaedic Associates • Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery • Fellows, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons • Fellowship Trained Orthopaedists in Sports Medicine/Arthroscopic Surgery Available Specializing In: • Sports Injuries • Arthroscopic Surgery • Fractures & Sprains • Shoulder & Knee Reconstruction • Adult & Pediatric • Physical Therapy on Premises 954-979-3255 5901 Colonial Drive, Suite 201 Automobile & (2 Lights South of Sample Rd., off of St. Rd. 7) Most Insurance Accepted the PARKLANDER 29
Patients See The Light With Non-Invasive Procedure By Frank Darrow, D.C. Low level laser therapy is a painless, sterile, non-invasive, drug-free treatment used for a variety of pain syndromes, injuries, wounds, fractures, neurological conditions and pathologies. Laser therapy can be used any time a patient requests or needs a drugless procedure for the control of pain, conventional therapies have been ineffective or when the acceleration of healing from injuries is desired. Low level laser therapy can treat a variety of conditions. The theory for the creation of laser light was proposed by Albert Einstein in 1917, but it was not developed until 1960. It was in the late 1960s that professor Endre Mester of Budapest, Hungary first reported his experience using laser light to treat non-healing wounds and ulcers in diabetic patients. Mester’s 70 percent success rate in treating these wounds led to the development of the science of what he called “laser biostimulation.” Around the world, laser therapy is rapidly becoming a medical therapy that can heal wounds and fractures up to 60 percent faster and also reduce the cost of treatment for many conditions. In the U.K., low level laser therapy has become the treatment of choice for soft tissue “whiplash” injuries and for the treatment of painful post-herpetic neuralgia (shingles pain). How Does Laser Light Heal Healing with the use of light is not new. Light therapy was reported by Hippocrates to be effective for many conditions. With the development of the laser and its special properties, using light as a treatment has gained more popularity. This is because we can now use specific wavelengths of light and give accurately measured doses of energy directly to the appropriate treatment site, which was not possible with other light sources. Low-level lasers supply energy to the body in the form of non-thermal photons of light. Light is transmitted throgh the skins layers (the dermis, epidermis, and the subcutaneous or tissue fat under the skin) at all wavelengths in the visible range. However, light waves in the near infared ranges penetrate the deepest of all light waves in the visible spectrum. When low level laser light waves penetrate deeply into the skin, they optimize the immune responses of our blood. This has both antinflammatory and immunostimulate effects. It is a scientific fact that light transmitted to the blood in this way has positive effects throughout the whole body, supplying vital oxygen and energy to every cell. Almost everyone knows that vitamin D is called “the sunshine vitamin.” We all know the difference between a suntan and a sunburn. Unlike surgical lasers, low level laser therapy does not produce heat or damage tissue. The light from the laser, however, is absorbed by special cellular components and modulates biochemical activity within the body to produce its beneficial effects. What to Expect During a Laser Therapy Session For most people, laser therapy is quite passive. There are no pulsating shocks felt, as in form of electronic stimulation, nor heat use as with ultrasounds. The most noticable sensation is the touch of the probe head of the laser as it comes in contact with the skin. Following (and even during) a laser therapy session, approximately 75-80 percent of patients being treated can notice an immediate improvement in their condition. This will depend primarily on the type of condition and the length of time the condition has been present. ● P 30 Patients Get On Their Feet Most people don’t give walking a second thought. But for the 12 million people in the U.S. who are affected with Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD), it can be a painful ordeal. Similar to cardiovascular disease, PVD is caused by the buildup of fat and cholesterol, known as plaque, which disrupts normal blood flow to arteries in the vascular system. Symptoms of the disease often include severe pain, numbness, tingling or weakness in the leg. Leg pain, known as claudication, can be so extreme that PVD sufferers may have difficulty walking even short distances. If left untreated, PVD ultimately can lead to amputation and a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. the PARKLANDER A new treatment alternative is available at Memorial Cardiac & Vascular Institute. Interventional cardiologists are using a new, FDA-approved device for the safe removal of harmful plaque from blocked arteries in the legs. Leading-Edge Technology The SilverHawk Plaque Excision System uses a tiny rotating blade the size of a grain of rice to shave away large quantities of plaque from inside the artery. As it is excised, the plaque collects in the tip of the device and is then removed to restore blood flow. Before the arrival of plaque excision, treatments for PVD included angioplasty, stenting and open bypass surgery, an invasive procedure that requires a large incision and involves a hospital stay. Both angioplasty and stenting clear a channel in the artery by pushing plaque up against the artery walls. However, patients often return within six months to have the procedure repeated because restenosis (or reblockage) has occurred. The SilverHawk device cleans out the artery by removing the plaque altogether. ● P
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