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Juvederm vs. Juvederm Voluma: What’s The Difference?
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- November 25, 2014
When it comes to creating a more youthful and revitalized appearance, you’ve been trying out every skin cream and serum that’s come on the market. But no matter how much you slather on, you can’t seem to eliminate the fine lines and wrinkles that have been slowly encroaching on your face for the past several years.
If you’re ready for a powerful anti-aging weapon, it’s time to turn to Allergan, the makers of two classic injectables: Juvederm and Juvederm Voluma. Both are made up of hyaluronic acid. Both promise to enhance youth and minimize the appearance of wrinkles. But when it comes down to it, what’s the difference between the two – and which one should you pick?
Juvederm: This is the first injectable created by Allergan, and it’s certainly worthy of all its hype. Juvederm is made up of hyaluronic acid, a natural compound that can actually be found within our own bodies. When the hyaluronic acid is injected into the treatment area, the compound quickly works to kick-start the body’s collagen production, which helps promote a longer result than Botox or Dysport.
In addition to the long-lasting results, Juvederm comes in the form of soft gel, which helps immediately enhance volume while minimizing the appearance of wrinkles. For this reason, Juvederm is most popular with clients seeking to plump their lips, as the gel keeps the lips soft while adding volume.
Juvederm Voluma: Like with Juvederm, this new FDA-approved injectable derives its youth-enhancing powers from hyaluronic acid. However, the hyaluronic acid within Juvederm Voluma is much stiffer than with its predecessor, which makes this injectable idea for increasing volume within the cheeks and contouring the cheekbones. Juvederm Voluma was also created to last longer than Juvederm, which the average client going as long as 18-24 months without needing a touch-up.
Ultimately, the difference between the two injectables comes down to what areas you’d like to treat. If you want to enhance your lips, opt for Juvederm; if you’re like to volumize your cheeks, use Juvederm Voluma.
Considering Juvederm or Juvederm Voluma? Then visit the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Texas, where Dr. Nhi Le can help you determine the best solution of your skin and face to keep you looking young. Simply fill out the form in the top right corner or call 361-576-9100.
Dysport vs. Botox: What’s the Difference?
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- November 20, 2014
When it comes to smoothing out wrinkles, fine lines, and stubborn creases, there might be one cosmetic treatment that immediately comes to mind: Botox. This injectable has been the go-to treatment for more than a decade now, as it’s highly effective at reducing the look of wrinkles and revitalizing the skin.
But as it turns out, there’s another injectable in town, and it has the same active ingredients, benefits, and success rates as Botox. It’s called Dysport – and if you haven’t tried it out yet, you might find that you’re missing out on one of the best secret weapons against aging.
So when it comes down to it, what’s the difference between Dysport and Botox? How can you make the choice that’s right for you?
Well, there’s not actually a major difference between Dysport and Botox. In fact, they use the same active ingredient, which is botulinum toxin A. This is a protein that effectively relaxes the muscles within the treatment area, which creates a smoothed-out look that minimizes wrinkles, creases, and fine lines. Both Dysport and Botox are highly effective and fast-acting, which makes this an ideal choice for clients looking for immediate results.
Both Botox and Dysport are FDA approved. However, there are a few key differences between the two:
- Dysport uses a smaller protein-load than Botox, which means that fewer antibodies will form against Dysport. Any time a foreign substance enters your body antibodies are formed; therefore, one can surmise that the fewer antibodies that form the longer the results should last.
- Studies have also shown Dysport injections to “spread faster.” This sounds like a good thing, as ideally this means fewer injections. However, in the hands of an unskilled professional you risk the injection spreading around your eyes, which can cause droopy eye or blurred vision. This is why you need a trusted physician, like Dr. Nhi Le, with knowledge of your muscular structure.
- The unit measurements are different. Dysport units are cheaper than Botox, but the cost to effectively treat a given area is often comparable.
- Some studies in Europe have suggested that the results from Dysport last longer than Botox. Other studies have shown comparable results and effectiveness.
No matter which injectable you opt for, you can find both at the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Texas. Schedule a consultation with owner and anti-aging specialist Nhi Le, MD to determine which treatment is right for you. Just fill out the form in the top right corner or call 361-576-9100.
Your Ideal Protein Diet For Holiday Weight Loss
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- November 6, 2014
The holidays are just around the corner, and you know what that means: cocktail parties, the Nutcracker ballet, and tons of glittering special events. In all the holiday excitement, you may have been prepping your wardrobe for weeks of festive fun – but what about your body?
If you’re in a rush to lose weight in time for the holiday season, you’ll want to make an appointment at the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Texas right away. Dr. Nhi Le is proud to introduce her clients to a new type of diet – one that makes it possible to drop weight fast without losing out on lean muscle.
What’s this wonder diet, you might ask? It’s the Ideal Protein diet – and it’s one of the best ways to get into shape in time for the holidays.
The Ideal Protein diet is designed to be the last diet you’ll ever have to try. Not only does the Ideal Protein diet promote fat loss; it also speeds up the metabolic system, making you burn calories faster even while you’re sitting. The Ideal Protein diet works by emphasizing protein intake, all while you cut down on your carb and sugar intake. As you increase the amount of protein you eat, your body will naturally burn off fat reserves – and that means you’ll get slimmer, faster.
The Ideal Protein diet is also ideal for clients who may be suffering from metabolic syndrome. This means that anyone can lose weight on this diet, no matter how difficult it’s been on other diets.
The Ideal Protein diet might sound restrictive, but it’s surprisingly flexible. You get to enjoy all the foods you love, and can even have select carbs. For example, for Sunday breakfast, you can cook up some chocolate pancakes or make a batch of maple oatmeal. It’s the kind of diet that makes it easy to cook for your family without feeling like you’re making a sacrifice.
Another benefit to the Ideal Protein diet is its ability to combat metabolic syndrome, which is the term used to denote the group of risk factors that occur together and increase the risk of coronary artery disease and stroke. These factors are: obesity, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes. Not only have patients significantly lowered their risk factors for metabolic syndrome by starting the Ideal Protein diet, many have gotten off their medications in only a matter of weeks! This inevitably leads to more energy, helping to restore vitality and youthfulness.
At the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Texas, Dr. Nhi Le provides clients with guidance, meetings, and tracking to ensure progress is continually being made. With lifetime support and counseling for patients, we have our patient’s best interest in mind, and our goal is to help them achieve and maintain a healthy weight through the four phases of the Ideal Protein diet.
For more information about the Ideal Protein diet, visit the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, TX today. We’re just a short drive for the entire Texas gulf coast, including Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Port Lavaca, El Campo and Sugar Land.
Give us a call to learn more: 361-576-9100, or simply fill out the form in the top right corner.
Discover The Anti-Cancer Vitamin
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- October 27, 2014
Exercising and eating right can be important for looking great – but it also plays an essential role in helping people slash their risk for cancer. It seems like every other week, new studies are being published linking certain types of food with an reduced risk for certain types of cancer.
Now a publication released by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has revealed that if you want to avoid this scary diagnosis, it’s best to load up on your vitamin D.
According to researchers at the NCI, diagnoses and death rates for certain cancers were found to be much lower among individuals who lived in southern latitudes, where people experience relatively high levels of sunlight exposure as opposed to those who live in more northern areas. Vitamin D – or scientifically known as Vitamin D3 – is naturally made within the human body when exposed to sunlight. Therefore, it stands to reason that this research links sunlight exposure with decreased risks of cancer.
There are some types of vitamin D that be found in food sources, including fortified milk, fatty fish, eggs, and fortified cereals.
Despite the prevalence of vitamin D, the NIH has pointed out that not enough people are getting their recommended daily doses of vitamin D. Not getting enough vitamin D has been shown to lead to rickets, osteomalcia, and now, increased risks of cancer.
Don’t leave your health and well-being vulnerable. The Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Texas is pleased to announce a range of new vitamin supplements by Pure Encapsulation, all of which include your daily dose of vitamin D. The Pure Encapsulation supplements can offer clients the following benefits:
- Decreased cancer risk
- Lowered blood pressure
- Promotion of brain and heart health
- Increased metabolic activity
- Joint support
- Weight management
- Improved vision
- And much more!
During your consultation with Dr. Nhi Le, you’ll be walked through the range of Pure Encapsulation supplements. Dr. Le will help you pick the right supplements based on what benefits you’d like to experience. Dr. Le can even provide you with dietary recommendations to enhance the benefits of your Pure Encapsulation supplements.
If you’re ready to experience lowered blood pressure and decreased cancer risks, it’s time to discover Pure Encapsulation supplements at the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Texas.
Dr. Nhi Le: A Victoria Expert In Nutraceuticals
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- October 20, 2014
When it comes to living your best life yet and feeling young, you may pay attention to what’s on the outside; namely, how your skin, hair and nails look. While these are certainly important for looking your best, true health and vitality starts from the inside…
And that’s precisely where Nhi Le, MD comes into play.
As the founder and owner of Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Texas, Dr. Nhi Le is an expert in anti-aging medicines and nutraceuticals, which is the science of administering vitamins to treat a variety of physical, mental, and emotional ailments. Nutraceuticals evolved from several studies that demonstrated how a lack of vitamins could negatively impact someone’s health.
In fact, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have regularly reported that a vitamin-deficient diet can lead to an increase in blood pressure, cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses.
Nutraceuticals also have these amazing benefits:
- Weight loss
- Decrease in blood pressure
- Decrease in cancer risk
- Improved energy levels
- Improved focus and mental clarity
- Better quality skin, hair, and nails
- And so much more!
In addition to providing clients with superior nutraceuticals, Dr. Le is also a certified expert in weight loss management. Dr. Le’s specialties include the popular HCG diet and the Ideal Protein Diet. Both are medically supervised and administered by Dr. Le; the latter follows a low-carb, high-protein diet to help clients shed fat faster and speed up metabolic rates.
Nutraceuticals are designed to accommodate your body’s specific needs, as well as your desired outcomes. During your consultation, Dr. Le will walk you through the patented SpectraCell test, which creates a profile of the micronutrients contained within your cells. This provides Dr. Le with the information she needs to customize your nutraceuticals, which helps promote better benefits and faster results.
Dr. Le’s nutraceuticals also include supplements, vitamin packs, natural digestive enzymes, immune system support, liver detox, joint care, and more. Dr. Le can also provide clients with nutraceuticals designed specifically to promote weight loss.
Discover what it’s like to live a truly healthy and active life. Discover nutraceuticals at the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Texas today.
Give us a call to learn more: 361-576-9100, or simply fill out the form in the top right corner.
The Female Intimate Wellness Treatment For Powerful Orgasms
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- October 3, 2014
Looking to add a little more spice to your bedroom? Perhaps you’ve tried adding regular dates nights or have invested in a new set of lingerie. Maybe you’ve even taken up Kegels in an effort to make sex feel better for you. If you’ve tried all of these strategies but have ended up feeling a little deflated after sex, it’s time to give something else a shot:
The Female Intimate Wellness Treatment.
This innovative new treatment – now available at the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Texas – was developed by Dr. Charles Runels, with the primary goal of helping women achieve better sex lives via stronger orgasms (hence, the name of the treatment). In addition to helping improve a woman’s sex life, the Female Intimate Wellness Treatment can also be used to cure stress incontinence, a condition which causes a woman to lose control of her bladder.
The Female Intimate Wellness Treatment represents one of the best medical treatments for helping women with the following sexual symptoms:
- A lack of desire
- Female Sexual Arousal Disorder (women find it difficult to get physically aroused)
- Female Orgasmic Disorder (having difficulty achieving orgasm)
- Dyspareunia (suffering from pain during sex)
If you’ve been dealing with any of the above symptoms, consider scheduling a consultation with Dr. Nhi Le at the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa. Dr. Le creates the Female Intimate Wellness Treatment by combining platelet rich plasma (PRP) from the patient’s blood with calcium chloride. Dr. Le then administers this powerful cocktail to the treatment area.
After receiving the treatment, clients can expect to experience the following improvements:
- Greater arousal from stimulation
- Younger-looking vulva skin that feels smoother
- Tighter vaginal opening
- Stronger orgasms
- More frequent orgasms
- Increased sexual desire
- Decreased pain from sex
- Increased natural lubrication
- Decreased urinary incontinence
The O-Shot can help add spice and sparks back to your love life – and all it takes is one phone call to the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, TX. If you want to learn more about the Female Intimate Wellness Treatment, contact Dr. Nhi Le at the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa today or stop by our office. Situated along the Texas gulf, coast we’re just a short drive from Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Port Lavaca and Sugar Land.
Give us a call to learn more: 361-576-9100, or simply fill out the form in the top right corner.
Can the O-Shot Cure Stress Incontinence?
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- September 29, 2014
Ever heard of the O-Shot? It’s a unique new treatment that makes it possible for women to experience stronger orgasms, increase natural lubrication, and even heighten sexual desire. While this is certainly intriguing, women who suffer from stress incontinence – in other words, losing control of one’s bladder – may be delighted to know that the O-Shot has another surprising effect: it’s ability to completely cure stress continence.
When the O-Shot was first developed by Dr. Charles Runels, it’s primary goal was to help women achieve better sex lives via stronger orgasms (hence, the name of the treatment). However, during trials, Dr. Runels was stunned to realize that about 90% of his patients with stress incontinence were reporting another surprising effect: they completely stopped leaking urine after receiving their treatment.
What’s even more exciting is that after additional study, Dr. Runels found that the number was closer to 99.9% in younger women with a BMI below 25.
If you suffer from stress incontinence and want to put an end to this embarrassing problem, it’s time to schedule a consultation at the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Texas. Dr. Nhi Le and her staff members are pleased to offer patients the O-Shot treatment. Dr. Le recommends the O-Shot for clients who have reported the following symptoms:
- A lack of desire
- Female Sexual Arousal Disorder (women find it difficult to get physically aroused)
- Female Orgasmic Disorder (having difficulty achieving orgasm)
- Dyspareunia (suffering from pain during sex)
In addition to these symptoms, Dr. Le also recommends the O-Shot for women who suffer from incontinence. If you experience sudden bladder leakage, cannot control your bladder, or have leaked urine while laughing or sneezing, the O-Shot could help you regain control over your symptoms.
The O-Shot is relatively simple to administer. During the procedure, Dr. Le will collect platelet rich plasma (PRP) from the patient’s blood, then combine it into a cocktail with calcium chloride. Once injected into the treatment area, the O-Shot can help eliminate stress incontinence, as well as improve a woman’s overall sexual desire and pleasure.
For more information about the O-Shot or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Le today. Located in Victoria, TX, we serve the entire Texas gulf coast, including Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Port Lavaca andSugar Land.
Your privacy is important to us, so all consultation are discreet. To learn more simply fill out the form in the top right corner or call 361-576-9100.
How to Achieve Timeless Beauty
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- September 24, 2014
Ever wish you could turn back the hands of time?
Think about what it would be like to look five years younger. Maybe you’d feel more confident in your day-to-day interactions. Maybe you would even leave the house with less make-up on, as you’d be thrilled to show off your younger-looking face. Or maybe you’d just like to admire your face with less wrinkles, fewer creases, and firmer-looking skin.
If you think this is the stuff of fantasy, it’s time to introduce yourself to the Timeless Beauty procedures at Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Texas.
Founded and led by Dr. Nhi Le, the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa specializes in anti-aging procedures that help turn back the hands of time. With the aid of her talented staff members, Dr. Nhi Le can help transform your skin so you look five – or even ten – years younger. If you’re in pursuit of timeless beauty, take a look at just a few of the innovative procedures that can be combined:
- Skinfinity: This is a new anti-aging facial treatment that’s designed to minimize the most common signs of aging, like deep lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation. Skinfinity uses electrodes to cause tiny injuries to the skin, which promotes the body’s healing process. As a result, skin looks younger, firmer, and feels smoother.
Vampire Facial/Facelift: This anti-aging treatment has become exceedingly popular in recent years, as it uses platelet-rich plasma collected from your blood to enhance your facial shape, renew your skin, and smooth out your skin’s texture. What’s more, the Vampire Facial/Facelift helps increase collagen production over the long term, resulting in a more natural-looking appearance.
- Juvederm Fillers: This classic facial filler is a smooth gel that’s directly inserted into the desired treatment area. This gel immediately fills out any hollow crevices and smooths out wrinkles, resulting in beautiful skin. Juvederm also helps promote collagen production for a long-lasting and beautiful appearance.
When combined, these treatments can help you look five, even ten years younger, without invasive surgery! If you’re ready to discover Timeless Beauty, it’s time to schedule a consultation with Dr. Le at the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, TX. We’re located on the Texas gulf coast, just a short drive from Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Port Lavaca and Sugar Land.
To learn more just fill out the form in the top right corner or call 361-576-9100.
Does Laser Hair Removal Hurt?
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- September 9, 2014
Let’s face it: you’re ready to take a stand against shaving and waxing. You’re tired of the constant upkeep and the pain of getting waxed every few weeks. You’re sick of having to spend a constant amount of money on your upkeep, only to have to spend the same amount just a few weeks later. You want to put an end to the shaving and waxing curse…
And that’s why you’re so interested in laser hair removal.
Use of this innovative treatment has skyrocketed in recent years. In 2009, despite the presence of a serious recession, the laser hair removal industry pulled in a whopping $244 million. Up to 60% of women between the ages of 18-29 have indicated they’d be interested in laser hair removal, while 82% of these women have gone on to pursue treatment.
But while it might seem that everyone’s interested in laser hair removal, there’s one question that seems to get swept under the rug: Does laser hair removal hurt?
In short, no. Laser hair removal is often confused with its predecessor, electrolysis – and that certainly did hurt. Rather than zapping individual hairs – which felt like a pinching and slapping sensation – laser hair removal uses a highly effective and gentle laser to stop additional hair growth. Many patients who have undergone laser hair removal have described it as a “heating” sensation. This indicates that laser hair removal isn’t painful, but you may feel the heat of the laser.
At the Fountain of Youth medSpa in Victoria, TX, Dr. Nhi Le specializes in laser hair removal. Before the treatment, she’ll use a BLT cream to help reduce any discomfort. Similarly, the use of cooling air, applied to the treated area directly after the procedure, will also help with any discomfort. These solutions are ideal for patients who might have a lower pain threshold, as this ensures you’ll be comfortable throughout the duration of the procedure. Patients should also note that they will experience a little redness and soreness for a few hours after treatment.
Dr. Le also utilizes one of the most state-of-the-art lasers for hair removal: the LEDA Diode 808, which is made in Germany. The FHR® Fractional Hair Removal technology and the Low Fluence Mode allows for the treatment of both sensitive and darker skin types.
Patients should also consider shaving a day or two before the treatment, as this can help ease any poking sensations you might feel. It’s also worth noting that the more treatments you receive, the less it hurts. Make sure that you don’t expose your treatment area to direct sunlight, as sensitive skin can cause laser hair removal to hurt.
For more information on laser hair removal – or to schedule a consultation – visit Dr. Nhi Le at Fountain of Youth Medical Spa today. We’re based in Victoria, TX, near Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Austin, Port Lavaca, El Campo & Sugar Land. To learn more just give us a call at 361-576-9100 or fill out the form in the top right corner .
Treat Forehead Wrinkles with Botox
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- September 2, 2014
There’s no denying that you feel young at heart; but whenever you look in the mirror, you’re surprised at the number of forehead wrinkles that stare back at you. It seems like these stubborn wrinkles and fine lines have almost popped up overnight – and you’re looking for a way to fight back against the march of time.
Before you blow your money on expensive skin creams and serums that produce little results, why not discover the power of Botox treatments for treating forehead wrinkles at the Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Texas?
Founded by Dr. Nhi Le, Fountain of Youth Medical Spa lives up to its name by offering the most advanced anti-aging treatments in the Victoria, Texas area. As soon as you step into this medical spa, you’ll discover a world of treatments designed to target your biggest complexion woes – including forehead wrinkles.
So what are some of the best ways to treat forehead wrinkles? Simple: Botox injections.
While Botox has been around for some time, it’s still one of the most effective treatments for forehead wrinkles. Botox contains a safe form of botulinum toxin, which is used to temporarily paralyze muscle activity in the treatment area. When the muscles become relax, the look of wrinkles and fine lines become much more softer and faded. What’s more, relaxing the muscles helps eliminate exaggerated and repetitive movements that often cause forehead wrinkles in the first place (for example, raising the eyebrows, knitting the eyebrows together, etc.).
Botox injections are highly effective at treating both deep wrinkles and fine lines, which is exactly what often plagues the forehead area. However, it’s important to note that Botox is not a permanent treatment option; you’ll have to undergo regular treatments to maintain your results. An ideal schedule is every three months, depending on your desired results.
It’s also important to have a Botox professional provide you with your treatments. If used too liberally, Botox can look “obvious” and overdone, rather than natural and aesthetically pleasing. Dr. Nhi Le has years of experience administering Botox treatments, which means she can help clients achieve their desired results.
To learn more about Botox treatments – or to schedule a consultation – visit Dr. Nhi Le at Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, TX today. Serving the entire Texas gulf coast, we’re just a short drive from Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Austin, Port Lavaca, El Campo & Sugar Land. Simply fill out the form in the top right corner or call 361-576-9100.