Portland Anti-Aging Treatments: Wrinkle Prevention and Reparative Therapies That Work

30 March 2011, admin on the topic of 'Age Beautifully' Tips, Anti Aging News, Before and After Photos, Cosmetic Surgery Portland, Microdermabrasion Portland, Naturopathic Physician Portland, Skin Specialist Portland, Thrive Portland, Wrinkle Reduction

Wrinkles are our skin’s natural response to aging and while light laugh lines may be charming, deep creases and furrows are aspects of age you no longer have to settle for. An incredible amount of new research about the causes of wrinkles has become accessible over the last decade, and in turn, dramatic improvements in laser technology and injectable fillers have helped tens of millions of men and women look and feel more beautiful.

The Basics

Wrinkles are the lines and creases that form in your skin, and may be especially noticeable around the eyes, mouth and neck. With age, skin becomes less elastic, drier and contains less fat in the deeper tissues – all of which lead to loose, sagging skin. Wrinkling may also be caused by a number of other factors, including:

• Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light
• Smoking
• Repeated facial expressions, such as squinting or smiling
• Gender
• Nutritional deficiencies

Prevention

You can’t control all of the factors that cause wrinkles (like aging), but you can control some. Taking care of your overall health greatly affects the health of your skin. A nutritious diet, plenty of water and regular exercise serve as the basics. A skincare routine that includes a daily sunscreen of at least SPF 15 is also a necessary step in preventing early wrinkling. Ultraviolet light breaks down your skin’s connective tissue. Without the supportive connective tissue, your skin loses its strength and flexibility.

Some reparative therapies actually work to prevent wrinkles as well. Botox for example, helps patients avoid the inevitable furrows that result from years of scrunching and frowning when used starting in the early 20s and 30s.

Reparative Therapies

A plethora of FDA-approved devices have shown great improvement in reducing wrinkles in the epidermis and collagen building in the dermis layer of the skin. Here are just a few examples of popular effective treatments.

Skin Titan and Laser Genesis
Both the Titan and Laser Genesis are light-based alternatives to plastic surgery. Titan is the first light-based solution for tightening skin on the face and body. It emits a pure infrared light to reverse the signs of aging without damaging the surface of the skin. The treatment also works by stimulating long-term collagen building which helps to tone, lift and firm the skin.  The Laser Genesis uses a pulsed-light system used to treat a range of specific issues including wrinkles, fine lines, redness and scarring.

DOT Therapy
Dermal Optical Thermolysis, or DOT, is a fractional laser resurfacing treatment that addresses wrinkles, sagging, sun damage, and discoloration among others skin issues. It works by creating thousands of microscopic perforations that immediately tighten the skin and stimulate new collagen growth. DOT is known as a highly effective treatment in improving the skin’s texture and fighting lines and wrinkles.

Dermal Fillers – Restylane
Dermal fillers are injected under the skin to restore volume and fullness and to correct facial wrinkles. Restylane is a natural substance that already exists in the human body. The hyaluronic acid in Restylane increasingly binds to the body’s own water molecules over time, which produces lasting results as the skin ages. Unlike collagen, Restylane is free from animal proteins and provides a truly natural way to achieve a youthful look.

At Thrive Anti-aging and Aesthetic Center, we pride ourselves on offering holistic advice and assisting people with any questions related to anti-aging, medical spa treatments, hormone replacement,  and/or medical weight loss. Our team of expert medical professionals is available to offer their insight, answer your questions, and be an informational resource for our current and potential clients.

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