Archive for the ‘dermalogical treatments’ Category

Worrying about wrinkles? We can help to fill the time!

Friday, March 23rd, 2012

 

Have you started noticing lines in places where they weren’t previously? Perhaps you think your face would benefit from looking younger or healthier?  There’s no way to physically turn back the clock when it comes to your face and the stress and fatigue associated with everyday living can aggravate matters further. But the good news is that we may be able to help.

At Woodborough House we understand that there’s no miracle cure but cosmetic fillers can help to soften these lines and wrinkles which will help you to look younger.  The ageing process will seemingly appear halted – even reversed.   Our team of qualified practitioners can help to safely administer cosmetic fillers into the areas you want treated.

The results are usually noticeable in two to three days and the effects can last for up to six months. Some repeated treatments may be required for prolonged results and if a few are administered, it can extend the results between injections.

How cosmetic fillers work

Injectible dermal fillers work by targeting the areas you need treating.  It is injected in an ultra-thin needle and in small doses to affect the targeted muscles. The cosmetic injection disrupts the nerve signals to the muscles, before they are allowed to relax, which allows the wrinkles to smooth themselves out.

When administered by a properly trained practitioner, dermal fillers are a completely safe treatment.  They can be used to enhance, reinvigorate and improve wrinkles around the eyes (crow’s feet), frown lines, wrinkled forehead, sides of the nose and lower eyelids.  Other popular areas which give away our age as we get older include the neck and upper lip, both of which can also be treated.

What is Restylane?

One cosmetic filler which can help is Restylane, which can temporarily reverse the aging process for our patients. It uses a natural, non-animal source biodegradable material which can help to combat the thinning of natural collagen fibre which supports the skin. This gradually begins to break down as we age, which causes the skin to sag and wrinkle.

Restylane is injected into the skin using a thin needle. It is a transparent thick gel which contains stabilized hyaluronic acid. This is a vital structural component found in the skin. A restylane injection can help to return the contour of your skin and it does this by effectively ‘plumping’ or adding volume to the tissue.  The results are immediate and it’s recommended that these only need to be followed up every 2-4 weeks.

The typical treatment time lasts for approximately 10 to 30 minutes and can be administered without the need for anesthesia.  Most people will find they can enjoy results which last up to a year by following this advice. It’s also one of the most natural and safe procedures as users have reported that fillers made from animal sources often require a number of skin tests to check if there are any adverse reactions.

If you want to restore your confidence and get a younger, healthier look the natural and safe way, then cosmetic fillers could be for you. If you’d like to find out more or to book an initial consultation, please give us a call on 0118 984 3108 for more information.

Need a hand to turn back time?

Thursday, December 8th, 2011

 

If you’re looking to turn the clock back this Christmas, facial rejuvenation techniques may hold the answer.  Youth is highly prized in today’s image conscious society so it’s no surprise that most people will find themselves thinking about how to reverse the ageing process by removing a few lines here and there.

Facial rejuvenation techniques are the ideal option for those considering non-surgical means of enhancing their looks.  At Woodborough House, we offer these treatments courtesy of Dr Caroline Hewitt, BSc FRCP who is a Dermatologist and Aesthetic Practitioner. In a friendly one on one consultation, Dr Hewitt will assess your needs as an individual and advise you on how to improve your look; anything from correcting one line to many and as a qualified practitioner, Caroline will be able to advise you as to the personal benefits of undergoing these treatments.

Treatments

We offer a range of facial rejuvenation techniques in the practice and these include the use of the botulinum toxin, Restylane and Juvederm.

Prior to treatment, it is worth doing your own research if you are at all unsure about going ahead with any of the procedures to know about the side effects, costs and any follow-ups that may be required. The botulinum toxin is a safe and effective technique for the treatment of the wrinkles and unsightly facial lines that are caused by over activity of facial muscles (eg: frown lines, horizontal forehead furrows and “crow’s feet” around the eyes). However, patients with too many lines may find that surgery is a better option for them.

The side effects of these treatments are minimal, almost always reversible and are reported in only around 1% of patients. These side effects can include bruising, swelling, mild pain and a headache. It’s important that adequate aftercare is carried out after the procedure and patients who have been injected with the botulinum toxin refrain from touching the treated area for 3-4 hours.

There is a difference between the botulinum toxin and dermal fillers. The former relaxes the muscles whereas the fillers fill and plump up lines wrinkles and grooves to make skin look more youthful.

Expectations

For those considering treatment with the botulinum toxin, it is worth having realistic outcomes and expectations about the procedure. A good way to prepare is to read about all the products and ask the practitioner before treatment if you are at all unsure about anything or have lots of questions. Remember that repeat treatments will be required if you want to maintain the correction, with the botulinum toxin usually lasting for 3-6 months (some shorter, some longer) and fillers lasting for 6-9 months in general.

Most patients who’ve received facial rejuvenation techniques with us have said they love it and are taken care of well and having the treatment has been made in excellent thanks to the good hands at Woodborough House.

To arrange a free consultation, please call 0118 984 3108 where one of our friendly team will be happy to help.

Fill me up!

Thursday, June 24th, 2010

It’s one thing we all have in common……..we are all going to age. Yes, it is very depressing that we start to look less youthful, and our skin will become dull and lifeless but there is a way of perking yourself up. Here at Woodborough House, we have a fully qualified Dermatologist who treats patients who are interested in Dermal Fillers. Unlike other facial rejuvenation treatments, Dermal Fillers will fill the line or crease that is there rather than paralyze the muscle.

Yesterday we had a visit from our Restylane representative. Restylane is the gel based Dermal Filler that Caroline uses. Its a great product, and you may have heard of it in the media, magazines, or makeover programmes. The word on the street is Gordon Ramsey has used it!

Now for the scientific part………. Restylane is made of Hyaluronic Acid. We all naturally produce Hyaluronic acid in our bodies. At a certain age, the body stops producing HA and thats what gives our skin the signs of ageing. By using Restylane Fillers, it can give the skin  volume, and the youthful  natural look it had before. Dermal Fillers will last for about 9-12 months so if you want to maintain the fresh faced look, a trip back to the Dermatologist will be needed.The product can be used in a number of areas: forehead, frown lines, lipstick bleed lines, cheek augmentation and jaw line. It is also used as a hydration product. It can help repair sun damaged skin, thinning of the skin and even ageing hands! The product is very safe when treated by qualified dermatologists, and has a safety track running over 14 years.

Of course, I look youthful enough not to have needed the treatment, but some of the girls are lining themselves up for a session (I know they won’t mind me telling you that)! If you are interested in Restylane products or would like to know more about Dermal Fillers then please ring our Team. They would be more than happy to provide you with information or litrature ;-)

Shaken not stirred.

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Last night the team at WH hosted an event for our referring dentists as a way of thanking them for sending their patients to us for specific treatments. As we have it all under one roof, dentists from all over the county refer their patients to us. Whether they need to see Lama our Periodontist for gum treatment or surgery, Raquel our Endodontist for complex Root Canal treatment, Caroline for anti-wrinkle treatments, or Nick our Prosthodontist for Implants, surgery, crowns, veneers or dentures. We have it all under one roof!

We hosted a James Bond themed night at The Forbury Hotel in Reading, with Martini’s (shaken not stirred) on arrival, food, and the chance to watch a 007 film in their private cinema(popcorn included). It was a great chance to meet up with the dentists, and especially great to put names to faces. The night was great and I hope all enjoyed watching Daniel Craig do his 007 thing. I sure did! We will be holding regular events for our Ivory Club members throughout the year. We love to hear feedback, both positive and negative, regarding our events, and would love to hear any suggestions you may have for the next meeting. Nick and Sarah are also thinking of organising a “study club” for dentists, so i will keep you posted.

The team at Woodborough House would like to thank our colleagues for thinking of us when treating your patients, and thank you for attending our evening. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did.

Welcome back mrs waterfall

Monday, November 30th, 2009

After a well deserved break Nae has returned from her honeymoon  with the lovely Tom and is already back into the swing of things.  Nick gave Nae a new smile makeover with porcelain veneers for her wedding.  They really look fabulous and Nae can’t stop smiling!  The festive season is just around the corner and everybody wants to look their best.  We have already had a huge interest in dental whitening and cosmetic dentistry including veneers and crowns.  If you want to know what we can do to improve your smile get in touch, and remember we have patient assessment appointments free of charge if you would like to come in and find out just what we have to offer. Give us a call!  And remember… at Woodborough House we keep you smiling.   Don’t forget to check out Nae’s teeth next time you are in!

Anti-wrinkle treatments baby!

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

Coming soon to Woodborough House is our new dermatologist Caroline.  Caroline will be offering anti-wrinkle treatments which work by refining your appearance with an injectable substance. When the anti-wrinkle treatment is injected into the wrinkles, the treatment proceeds to relax the muscles of the injected area, smoothing the skin. We are also offering other dermalogical fillers including Restylane and Isolagen.  For more information please get in touch or read about our demalogical procedures through our ”Treatments’ toolbar.  At Woodborough House we keep you smiling………. AND keep you looking younger!