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Get Rid of Aged Skin and Wrinkles with Dr. Nhi Le’s Liquid Face & Neck Lift Procedure
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- November 4, 2020
Do you have wrinkles on face? Does it make you look older than your actual age? Well! You should know about liquid face and neck lift then. It is a non-surgical method to give you a wrinkle free and plum face with perfect neck that is equally supple. Liquid face and neck lift are elusive than any other dermatological lifting procedure. It does not involve any cuts, wounds, sagging or pain in the treated area. The procedure involves injection of dermal fillers into the skin that makes it covetable than before. It reduces sagging and wrinkles on the skin and ensures to get you skin elasticity at ease. It can also plum up your lips, fills up the cheeks and hollow neck area with wrinkles, covers the areas under your eyes that are responsible to make you look tired or aged before time. Moreover, you can attain flaunting look by filling up your cheeks with reducing scars on the face. The liquid face and neck lift is effective for tightening the wrinkles around your lips, eyes, forehead and on the neck.
If, you are at initial stage of skin sagging and wrinkles then you should certainly opt for liquid face and neck lift. The duration and cost of liquid facelift or neck lift depends on your location, number of injections use for your face lift, and filler that is used during the procedure that can be Botox, Juvéderm or others. Most of all, the fees of specialist carrying the procedure may vary. The cost of treatment varies between the procedure by a plastic surgeon or dermatologist. If you are looking for the procedure in Texas then Dr. Nhi Le’s clinic is the right place for most promising results at highly competent prices. The procedure takes only a day for neck and facelift. In fact, you can resume your work immediately after the procedure as there is no downtime post facelift session.
As you age the connective tissues like collagen and elastin starts to break. These fillers fill up the space under your skin to make it look plump and reverse the skin aging. Once you visit Dr. Nhi Le, she will examine your skin and talk about your expectation. Accordingly, the injections and fillers will be planned. During the treatment the local anaesthetic will be provided to numb the treatment area of skin. Then the injections are given on affected area of face. Each injection takes few minutes for filling and complete session may take 15 to 30 minutes depending upon your facial requirement. To give you the perfect face lift effect you can be suggested to target many areas like the temples, jowls, folds between nose and mouth, under the eyes, near eyebrows, cheeks, neck and around the scars.
Botox Before & After:
There are many ways to lift the face and neck but liquid fillers are most convenient, less time taking and exclusively non-surgical. Most of all, Dr. Nhi Le is an expert of the procedure and serving for more than two decades. So, for assured results and quality treatment in Texas she will be the best dermatologist to go for. Don’t wait and book your appointment today. Call us on (361) 576-9100
CO2 Laser Resurfacing Treatment in Texas By Dr.Nhi Le
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- September 30, 2020
CO2 laser resurfacing is a high demand for skin resurfacing treatment in Victoria, Texas. Dr.Nhi Le uses a carbon dioxide, laser to treat many skin ailments. It helps skin to repair against sun-damaged, fine lines, wrinkles and scars. The technique is commonly called laser skin resurfacing. This laser skin resurfacing procedure is done here in the dermatological clinic by Dr.Nhi Le.
How does Co2 laser treatment does wonders!
You must be thinking that how is Co2 laser skin resurfacing works? Under this procedure, the Co2 laser makes a column of light. This column is capable of confiscating the initial or outer layers of damaged skin. With the removal of the outer skin layer, all the imperfections including scars, wrinkles, lines, and blemishes get removed and you will be able to attain healthy and flawless skin.
Benefits of CO2 laser resurfacing
According to Dr.Nhi Le few most prominent benefits to undergo this treatment are:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Removal of Acne scars
- Unwanted skin spots
- Sunspots and damage
- Eradicating fine lines around the mouth
- Tightens skin
- Eliminates some precancerous skin growths
As Dr. Nhi Le treats your skin under this procedure the Co2 laser secretes a lot of energy that vaporizes the skin cells in an exact and even manner. The meticulousness of the laser, as it enters a controlled depth in the skin, allows for an innocuous procedure with an expected result.
Before & After the treatment
Can you undergo the Co2 laser skin resurfacing?
During the consultation with Dr. Nhi Le, she will evaluate your skin limitation or issues, thickness, texture, and type of skin. Based on the evaluation it is decided that the treatment would be apt for you or there is any other process to be followed for effectual result. Undoubtedly this procedure is way better than other chemical treatments or chemical peels. For skin resurfacing the Co2 laser is an excellent alternate with gold standard and mostly just one treatment is enough for the person.
Things to remember post CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing
The redness of treated skin is the most common thing observed after the process. It fades to light pink soon and can be hidden by light makeup.
The pink discoloration of the skin will eventually disappear in 1 to 3 months. The aim of this treatment is to help you attain a brighter skin tone. You will have modest improvements against sun damage, wrinkles, fine-lines and tightened skin. The achievement of this treatment will mainly be contingent on the patient’s skin complaint and the level/ complexity of the treated faultiness. In fact, most of the patients are always very contented with the outcomes of treatment.
For further queries regarding the risks, benefits, or fee of CO2 laser skin resurfacing, Call (361) 576-9100.
Plasma Pen Treatment in Texas
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- September 11, 2020
Plasma Pen is the newest cosmetic procedure to reduce wrinkles, loss of collagen, and sagging skin. With the age, the dermal layer of our skin thins, we usually produce less collagen, and we lose elasticity. All of these factors produce sagging and wrinkling of the skin. The Plasma Pen is a soft-surgery procedure targeting a wide variety of skin conditions including loss of elasticity, sagging, and wrinkles that have been traditionally treated with fillers or plastic surgery.
Plasma Pen Treatment Areas
It can be used for Upper Facial, Mid Facial, and Lower Facial along with the advanced skincare treatments.
- Eyebrow Lift
- Full Forehead Lifts
- Crow feet Smoothing
- Neck Lifts
- Jaw Augmentation
- Acne Scars Smoothing
Benefits of Plasma Pen Treatment
- Skin tightening procedures around the body
- Acne scar treatment and smoothing
- Eye lids and eye bags lifting
- Lifting and sculpting of the face and neck
- Spectacular skin tightening, lifting, regeneration and rejuvenation
- A dramatic reduction of photoageing and superficial wrinkles
How Long Do The Results Last From The Plasma Pen Treatment?
At Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Dr. Nhi Le helps her patients to get rid of their problems. She always listens to her clients and then recommends them the best solutions and treatment. She performed Plasma Pen therapy on many patients and got very good results. The effects of the Plasma Pen last around 3 years, although many results are permanent.
If you want to book an appointment for Plasma Pen Treatment, Call (361) 576-9100
Dr.Nhi Le Explains New Skin Care Trends During COVID-19
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- August 30, 2020
Due to high interest in trying beneficial injectables for the treatment for skin health here’s how the Covid-19 pandemic is changing people’s approach towards skincare, especially mask acne. According to Dr.Nhi Le (Internal Medicine – Physician who treats acne, is trained at Harvard’s in aesthetic lasers. and certified in many cosmetic dermatological procedures), most of the patients are requesting injectables, laser hair removal and various treatments for acne caused by using face masks frequently.
When Covid- 19 cases started to spread rapidly all the dermatology centers were instructed to be closed. During this pandemic, Dr. Nhi Le offered telemedicine services for people seeking help. Some people with skin concerns like acne, a rash, or a worrisome mole connected with her through the concept of telemedicine and got benefitted.
Although through a recent study it was found that the baseline level f dermatology treatments have been affected due to pandemic but still, there are many people insisting to visit for treatments like Botox and others. But now the question arises Should you go for the skin check-up?
SHOULD YOU VISIT THE DERMATOLOGIST DURING CORONAVIRUS SPREAD?
Also, make sure that you wear a mask in public areas and remove it only during your session (if required). The Centers for disease control and prevention (CDC) suggest that even if you do or don’t have Covid-19 symptoms always analyze the weightage of cons against pros.
If, you are still convinced to visit the dermatologist then here are the skin care trends that board certified dermatologist Dr. Nhi Le is seeing during this pandemic.
Botox: as your face is mostly covered because of the mask so people are more conscious about botox treatments. Whether you opt to it for the eye area, forehead, or crow’s feet area it is advised to wear a mask even during the session. Some people feel that wearing a mask may lead to swelling or give them an artificial look. Besides, if you keep that particular area in movement with or without a mask then no such issue will arise.
TeleMedicine is a boon: If you are suffering from skin problems like scars, acne, or some other related concerns then Dr. Nhi Le suggests adopting the method of telemedicine. Here she will offer consultation with medicine prescription without visiting her in the clinic.
Mask acne or maskne: According to Dr. Le when you wear mask for longer time then there come some favorable conditions for bacteria. This further result in acne. In this case she suggests to buy breathable and light mask so that you can avoid excessive moisture inside the mask.
Increase in lip filler session: Lip filling is a process that involves downtime of 24 to 48 hours. Some of the patients may face swellings on lips so, they find it right time to go for the treatment as your mask can cover the swollen area post treatment.
High demand for laser hair treatment on face area: laser hair removal damages hair follicle but it requires a series of treatment. In this case, your skin of that particular area gets more sensitive to the sun. this is the reason why people are opting for laser hair removal around lips and chin as they keep it covered by mask these days.
Radiofrequency Micro-needling: it is the mindset of people across the globe that this is the right time to undergo any treatment having downtime. The same is in the case of micro-needling. According to Dr.Nhi le radiofrequency heat promotes collagen production and micro-needling causes minor damage to the skin due to fine needling which further leads to enhance collagen production. This therapy combines both. But the result will be worth it. As a result, everything from texture to pores, wrinkles, scarring, discoloration, and uneven skin tone are asked to be treated by this process. Moreover, it is safe for all skin types.
Skin cancer screening: The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends annual screening for those having a normal risk of skin cancer. Due to this pandemic situation, many of the patients have skipped their long-awaited appointments but it is advised to get it done even in this situation. It is proved that skin cancer can be cured if it is diagnosed early. Apparently, there are people that are coming forward to get the skin cancer screening done in the pandemic as well. Dr. Nhi Le suggests to be aware and get your appointment by following all safety protocols of Covid-19.
If you’re interested any beauty or skin treatment, consult with our expert professional and get the best assistance. Call us on (361) 576-9100 to book an appointment.
August is National Hair Loss Awareness month
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- August 7, 2020
Hair loss can have a significant influence on psychological distress which is associated with low self-esteem and depression. According to the study of The American Hair Loss Association, two-thirds of men are most likely to begin to see the first signs of hair loss by age 32. whereas, at least 40% of women start to notice hair loss issues by the age of 45 because of various causes. To combat the problem, modern-day research has found many methods to restore hair but very few of them are really effective. At Fountain of Youth Medical Spa in Victoria, Dr. Nhi Le, recommends PRP Hair Rejuvenation. She has helped many male and female patients to reclaim their hair.
According to Dr. Le, the results of Platelet-Rich-Plasma (PRP) for hair restoration are tremendous. People who are concerned about their hair, their look can use PRP treatments and enjoy the great makeover.
How PRP works!
As we know that the Plasma is a component of the blood. It contains proteins that help it to clot and support cell growth. Researchers produced PRP by isolating plasma from blood and concentrating it. In this process, Platelet-rich plasma is injected into damaged tissues. It stimulates our body to grow new cells to encouraging hair growth.
PRP can be divided into 3 steps:
- Blood is drawn,
- Blood is processed and
- Blood is injected into the scalp.
Dr. Le explains that the process begins with an extensive consultation. She and her team first look for the reason behind the hair loss, history of hair loss and medical history as well. They also analyze the candidature of their patients for platelet-rich-plasma treatment.
Once they find the patient eligible for the PRP hair restoration treatment, the process is discussed with him/her. The success of the treatment varies from patient to patient but in most of the cases, Dr. Le and her team have achieved great and long-lasting outcomes.
If you’re interested in learning more about PRP or any other beauty or skin treatment, consult with our expert professional and get the best assistance. Call us on (361) 576-9100 to book an appointment.
Effective Nose Thread Lift: The Safest Bet To Opt For!
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- June 3, 2020
The nose thread lift is so popular in eastern countries these days as most of the Asian successors have the image of having wide faces, small eyes, and low nose bridge. When a person looks at you, he probably observes the nose is at the center of your face. To get the lifted nose people generally search for a reliable doctor and get it done. There are many ways for nose lifting but nose thread lift is the best and dependable way to get the work done.
This is a non-surgical process with minimum downtime. This is one of the most preferred reasons that people opt for this process without any second thought. Sometimes your nose may sore for one or two days but that is negligible in most of the cases. It provides instant nose contour with a slimmer nose bridge. To achieve a well-defined nose and reduced width of the nose, thread lift is a highly recommended process.
Who can opt for nose thread lift?
If you have a slightly off-centered nose, then this process is certainly for you. People with nose have ill-defined bridge can opt for this non-surgical treatment and achieve desirable nose shape. In fact, if you have a big nose tip and willing to attain a smaller and defined nose then certainly nose thread lift is the apt solution for you.
Some of you might have a poor nose tip angel and willing to correct it for a perfect look. If you have any such issue then you know the solution now. Moreover, it can turn a wide nose to well defined slimmer shape.
Procedure of nose thread lift!
This non-surgical process is undertaken with local anesthesia or oral sedatives. The doctor uses the thread made by using absorbable structures with biodegradable materials. Each thread s inserted with fine needle carrying tiny cones or barbs that are responsible for nose lifting and tightening the sagging tissues.
Simultaneously, the cones stimulate collagen production in the thread areas. Over the next few months of treatment. The nose thread lift is generally effective for 1 or 2 years but if the second sitting is followed within the next 9 months of treatment then it can be long-lasting. It is always a better choice as a nose lifting or contouring process due to long-lasting and noninvasive methods.
People around the world seek professional suggestions for various methods of nose lifting and thread lift is highly recommended globally by doctors due to its safe, non-invasive, and long-lasting impact. You can always find best nose thread lift professionals online that can help you attain the best treatment an procedure.
Our Expert Dr. Nhi Le will help you with non-surgical Nose Thread Lift. For any further queries call (361) 576-9100.
Getting Back Thick Hair With PRP Therapy
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- June 2, 2020
What is PLATELET RICH PLASMA (PRP) Therapy
PRP means Platelet-rich plasma, It is blood plasma, enriched with platelets. We use advanced PRP therapy for hair growth. It can be used in treatment of thin hair and thin eyebrows.
How Platelet-Rich Plasma is Made
We get platelets for PRP from our patient’s own blood. It is just like, a patient donating his or her blood before a surgical procedure. This is what the process entails.
How PRP Hair Restoration Works
In 1st option, It can be done either applying the PRP directly to the scalp followed with micro-needling. In the 2nd method, a small amount is injected at multiple locations where we have thin hair. We can also use both methods on one patient. The PRP then triggers the body’s natural healing instincts.
Research indicates that PRP promotes hair growth by stimulating hair follicle regenerative cells. The platelet growth factors induce follicle regenerative cells to shift from a dormant state to an active state, and that starts the process of hair production.
Are You A Good Candidate For PRP Hair Restoration?
- If Your Hair started to thin
- If you have an active infection on the scalp or diabetes
- If you are on blood-thinning medications
Our Expert Dr. Nhi Le will help you with non-surgical Hair Restoration treatment. For any further queries call (361) 576-9100.
IDENTIFY THE SKIN CANCER: SYMPTOMS
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- May 15, 2020
If you find any suspicious spot on the skin then it is recommended to see a doctor ASAP. It can be a signal of developing skin cancer in your body. Although, most dangerous melanoma cancer is close to 100 percent curable if diagnosed and treated early or on time. Besides, if you don’t notice or get it treated on time it may grow bigger, deeper, and more horrid. In fact, a number of spot can interrupt normal functioning and the dangerous types can even become life-threatening.
Dermatologists recommend the skin self-exams at least once a month (or more). They say that the self-examination should be performed in a well-lighted room with a floor-length mirror and a hand mirror should take no longer than 10 minutes once you get the hang of it. To ensure safety one should examine every inch of the skin, starting from scalp to the tip of feet.
Melanoma: Tricky To Spot
Melanoma more likely starts on the chest and back in men and on the legs in women. Most melanoma cells still produce the pigment melanin, so they are often black or brown, but they can also be pink, tan, or white.
Use The ABCDE Tool To Identify Melanoma
- A (asymmetry)- when one-half spot don’t match the other half.
- B (border of spot)- the boundaries are uneven or notched.
- C (color)- spot may have several different shades of brown, tan, or black, or colors like red, blue, or white.
- D (diameter)- it can be bigger than the eraser on a pencil, about 1/4 inch (although a malignant spot can be smaller if caught early)
- E (evolving)- observe the change in size, color, shape, or elevation
Some melanomas give different sins as well including, a sore that does not heal, increase of spot into the skin around it. You can also observe redness or swelling beyond the border of the spot. itchiness, tenderness, or pain in the spot. In fact the change of mole’s surface like oozing, bleeding, scaliness, or the appearance of a bump or lump.
Basal Cell Cancer
These are absolutely slow-growing skin cancers. They are often neglected till the time it hinders the body. If ignored longer they may begin to itch, bleed, or even hurt. They develop on particular parts of the body that is more likely to expose during sunlight like face, head, and neck, but they can appear anywhere.
Some spots look a lot like normal skin while others have distinctive characteristics. Flat, firm, pale, or yellow areas of skin, raised, reddish patches of skin that might be itchy or irritated. Few have small bumps that might be pink, red, pearly translucent, or shiny, possibly with areas of blue, brown, or black. Slight pink edges. Open sores with oozing or crusted areas.
The Basal cell cancer can bleed easily and they present themselves as a sore or cut from shaving or any such activity. But the foremost thing is they don’t heal even after a week or so.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Similar to the previous type this cancer tends to develop on body parts exposed to a lot of sun. Additionally, it may also appear in the genital area, scars or skin sores anywhere on the body. Squamous cell carcinoma may look like a healthy skin but there might be clear signs of malignancy:
- Rough or scaly red patches with bleeding or crust
- Raised lumps with or without depression in the center
- Oozing open sores or crusted areas, that don’t heal for weeks
- Growths that resemble warts
Some other skin conditions may be early form of Squamous cell cancer:
- Actinic Keratosis – it looks like small, crusty, or scaly bumps or hornlike lesions. It can look like a tiny spot to an inch wide. It can be dark or light skin-colored ranging tan, pink, and red.
- A variant of actinic keratosis is known as actinic cheilitis- it affects lower lip. You can observe chapping, cracks, and white discoloration.
- Leukoplakia – it causes white patches on the tongue, gums, cheeks, and other mucous membranes of the mouth. Moreover a continual red-brown, scaly, eczema-like patch on sun-exposed areas of the skin, the mucous membranes of the nose or mouth, or the genitals could be a sign of Bowen’s disease.
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Important Facts About Collagen! Health Benefits, Food Sources, Supplements
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- April 20, 2020
Collagen is a protein and is one of the main building blocks of our skin. It’s also found in our bones, tendons, and ligaments. It is responsible for your skin’s structure, elasticity, texture, strength, and resilience. Collagen makes up 75 percent of the skin’s support structure.
Factors Responsible for the Loss of Collagen in the Skin
Collagen starts to degrade with age, and our genetics can affect how fast that degradation happens. We lose collagen year after year and make lower quality collagen. Free radicals also damage collagen. Environmental factors (like UV rays or pollution), bad lifestyle habits (smoking), and a poor diet (for example one high in sugar) all create a free radical formation, which speeds collagen breakdown. Research suggests that smoking allows free radicals to attack collagen fibrils, rendering them weak and of poor quality. It’s not surprising, therefore, that the skin of a smoker tends to look damaged and wrinkled, particularly around the mouth.
Benefits of Collagen
Collagen plays an important role in our body. Collagen gives body tissue structure, toughness, rigidity, and texture. In the skin, it’s akin to a layer of leather. And when it intermingles with elastic fibers, it gives skin strength and resilience. When it begins to degrade in skin and levels drop in the body, it causes wrinkles, stiffer tendons and ligaments, weaker muscles, joint pain, and even GI problems.
How to Increase Collagen Production
Every year after 30, we lose collagen, and our ability to produce high-quality collagen can diminish. Topicals enhance collagen production to help replenish collagen stores. One is retinoids or retinol, often formulated in anti-aging creams and serums. Retinoic acid and retinol stimulate collagen synthesis in the skin. Also, applying products containing alpha-hydroxy acids, like glycolic acid, and peptides can trigger collagen formation.
There are several treatments, performed in-office at the dermatologist, that help increase collagen. A variety of procedures are able to increase collagen production and improve the appearance of skin. These include lasers, radiofrequency, ultrasound, micro-needling, and fillers. Protein-rich foods will supply the amino acids your body needs to produce collagen. It also gets some help from other nutrients, like vitamin C, zinc, and copper. To maximize collagen production, eat a varied diet filled with whole foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, lean meats, seafood, and nuts.
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5 Things Your Skin Is Trying to Tell You — and How to Respond
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- April 16, 2020
1. Acne Tells You About Hormones
What caused your acne as a teen isn’t necessarily what’s behind your breakouts now — and that’s important to know when choosing a treatment. As a teen, acne may have been due to excess oil production, but now as you age, it’s often hormonal.
Hormonal acne in women often worsens with the menstrual cycle. The acne bumps usually pop up closer to your jawline and chin, as opposed to the acne that might’ve plagued you in your teen years, which is often localized to the face and forehead, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).
If you have sensitive skin, products containing sulfur or willow bark can also help clear skin. Ultimately, your gynecologist and dermatologist can work closely together to regulate a disruptive hormonal cycle for clearer skin.
2. Undereye Bags May Signal a Diet or Lifestyle Problem
The juicy burger may taste good, but sodium-laden fast food is also a culprit for skin problems, such as undereye bags. Get to the source of the problem. Allergies, smoking, and even eating too much salt can play a role in giving you bags under your eyes.
But lack of sleep is a huge culprit behind that look, and if it’s a common occurrence, you may have to work on sleep hygiene habits or prioritizing shut-eye. The National Sleep Foundation recommends that adults aim to get seven to nine hours of sleep every night. You have medication and surgical options, so consult your dermatologist if those avenues feel right for you.
3. Dark Undereye Circles May Have Nothing to Do With a Lack of Sleep
This won’t be a popular answer, but genetics play a big role in undereye circles, and that’s just something that’s out of your control. Still, you can help diminish discoloration with eye creams that contain brightening antioxidants, like vitamin C and vitamin E. If circles look more blue-grey, the issue may be that blood vessels are showing through the thin undereye skin. In that case, a product containing caffeine “can help collapse the blood vessels to lessen the appearance of darkness.
4. Dark Spots Suggest Your Skin Is Hurting From Past Sun Damage
Even sunburns from your teenage years can have lasting effects on your skin. First, keep up your sunscreen routine, as sun damage is the top culprit of discoloration. Next, hydroquinone (HQ) remains the gold standard in addressing hyperpigmentation problems, says Sadick, as it inhibits tyrosinase, an enzyme that produce pigments called melanin.
You can look for products containing licorice extract, azelaic acid, niacinamide, or arbutin, ingredients that are known for their brightening properties.
5. Sagging Skin? You Guessed It: Your Face Is Calling Out for a Collagen Boost
If you’re not ready for a facelift (and may never be), topical creams can only do so much. But you may benefit most from noninvasive treatment options with your dermatologist, like ultrasound skin tightening devices, which are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. These will stimulate new collagen formation to reduce sagging. The result: a lifted look with less pain and no post-surgical recovery time required.
Content Credit: Jessica Migala
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