High-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment has  emerged in response to the increasing demand for non-invasive procedures for skin lifting and tightening. There has been increasing public concern about facial wrinkles and loss of elasticity due to aging. In response to this problem, various treatments, including chemical peeling, microdermabrasion, fractional laser, and radiofrequency, have been proposed […]

Fillers have become a common aesthetic treatment for several cosmetic problems. Dermal fillers have become a sought-after rejuvenation procedure as they offer a youthful, three-dimensional look with minimal downtime. Fillers available in India vary in source, longevity, site of deposition, and cost. With the increasing understanding of the aging process and growing desire for minimally

Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the commonest type of alopecia affecting over half of men and women. Only two drugs have been approved so far (minoxidil and finasteride), and hair transplant is the other treatment alternative. Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) has been claimed to be a new safe devise-based modality for stimulating hair growth in men

Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a nonscarring progressive miniaturization of the hair follicle with a usually characteristic pattern distribution of hair loss in genetically predisposed men and women.  Individuals with higher genetic predisposition to hair loss, start losing their hair earlier and to a greater degree than those with a lesser predisposition. By the age of

Botulinum toxin injection for treatment of facial wrinkles is the most frequently performed cosmetic procedure, and it is one of the most common entry procedures for clinicians seeking to incorporate aesthetic treatments into their practice. Treatment of frown lines and crow’s feet, which are the cosmetic indications, horizontal forehead lines, offers predictable results, has few

Skin aging is a complex biological process influenced by a combination of endogenous or intrinsic and exogenous or extrinsic factors. Because of the fact that skin health and beauty is considered one of the principal factors representing overall “well-being” and the perception of “health” in humans, several anti-aging strategies have been developed during the last

Hydrafacial is a form of non-invasive treatment that improves skin health, addresses individual concerns, and creates a glow like no other. Unlike traditional facials, it’s performed via device rather than by hand, for deeper penetration and longer lasting results. Hydration is the foundation of healthy, radiant skin. Irritation of the skin has been proven to

Plastic Versus Cosmetic Surgery: What’s the Difference? As public interest increases and our specialty continues to grow and prosper, it seems that physicians from all specialties are designating themselves as cosmetic surgeons. Is a plastic surgeon different from the physician marketing him/herself as a “cosmetic surgeon” without specific plastic surgery training?  While both plastic and