Aesthetic Dermatology - The Dermatology Room™

The field of aesthetic dermatology has evolved in an incredibly dynamic manner to holistically meet today’s patients growing skin care goals. Our patients benefit from our comprehensive portfolio of procedural platforms which, depending on their profile and selected interventions, may result in immediately visible results without compromising their work or social commitments.

We find gentle, early intervention to be instrumental in preserving, restoring, and rejuvenating skin health and quality. At The Dermatology Room™, we believe the importance we place in listening effectively to our patients’ concerns followed by the detailed analysis of their skin in terms of medical and aesthetic indices allows for us to safely and effectively tailor an individualized management plan which they are most comfortable with.

We find our philosophy of working toward a natural restoration of facial structure that congruently reflects their personality and mindset resonates deeply with the patients who have entrusted their care to us.

Treatment Guidelines

Neurotoxin

The treatment is specially formulated purified protein, which relaxes the specific muscles into which they are injected. This helps reduce the appearance of fine lines or soften facial muscles where disharmony in their balance or strength detract from the congruency of mood from intended projected expression.

Key to all our patients is a conservative injection technique, with goal being softening of movement which allows for a natural appearance. I find a subtle, tailored distribution helps my patients keep disclosure of interventions at their own discretion. – Dr Lev

Is the treatment safe?

The treatment has been FDA approved for cosmetic usage since 2002. Only licensed and trained healthcare professionals have the experience necessary to administer the treatment.

Indications for Treatments:

Frown lines in the forehead
Crow’s feet at the corners of the eyes
Neck lift and softening of horizontal neck bands
Bunny lines
Gummy smile
Marionette lines
Thickened masseters
Peau d’orange chin texture
Excessive sweating (underarms, hands, feet)

Do the Injections Hurt?

The needles are very small. Patients are often surprised at how little discomfort injections cause. A topical anaesthetic cream is applied to for your comfort before the procedure.

How frequently can/should I have the treatment?

The treatment can be used every 3-4 months, depending on how the muscles respond.

Who should not have the treatment?

Women who are pregnant, breast-feeding or who hope to become pregnant, and people who are taking certain antibiotics, have neuromuscular disorders or an allergy to the treatment should not have injections.

* Please see patient guidelines for pre and post-treatment care

Treatment Guidelines

Fillers

REPLENISH VOLUME AND REFRESH YOUR LOOK

Filler is composed of hyaluronic acid, a substance that occurs naturally in the skin. With time the skin breaks down more hyaluronic acid than it has capacity to replenish, with altered volumes in the facial scaffolding presenting as a forward and downward facial soft tissue migration, commonly and perhaps a little unkindly referred to as facial sagging.

At The Dermatology Room™ our philosophy is not to chase lines with filler which can result in a heavy unnatural facial appearance, but rather to assess our patients and determine the source of volume alteration and thereby direct a more conservative filler volume into strategic anatomical locations to facilitate a natural, subtle restoration of facial architecture. Each patient’s beauty lies inherently in their uniqueness and restoration at The Dermatology Room™ always respects this understanding. – Dr Lev

Soft Tissue Filler Indications:

Tear Troughs or dark circles beneath the eyes
Lips- Restoration of volume and subtle optimisation of lip architecture
Restoration of cheek and temple volume
Jawline and chin definition
Softening of facial appearance in females
Strengthening of facial appearance in males
Slimming of facial profile
Facial reshaping: Restoration of stronger chin and jawline

HOW WE DO FILLERS DIFFERENTLY

NEEDLE-LESS INJECTIONS

If you’re considering filler treatment but a fear of needles is holding you back, Dr. Lev can use a micro-cannula technique to deliver fillers in a safe and comfortable manner. A micro-cannula slides under the skin for an easier placement of dermal fillers.

WHAT IS A MICRO-CANNULA?

A micro-cannula is a very thin, tiny, flexible hollow tube with a smooth round tip. The sharp end is gone! Instead of many needle sticks, we only need a few to provide entry points for the cannula.

That means fewer needle marks, less pain and far less probability of bruising.

Can I receive Neurotoxin injections at the same time?

Neurotoxin injections and dermal fillers work on different parts of the face, with the former softening facial expression and the latter restoring depleted facial volume . Many patients combine the two procedures which facilitates a more natural, refreshed appearance.

* Please see patient guidelines for pre- and post- dermal filler care

Treatment Guidelines

Skin Boosters

The skin should always be supple, fresh, and bathed in hydration. This helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and crepiness caused by depletion of hydration capacity and natural moisturising factors in your skin. Skin hydration is a major part of skincare, which is often overlooked for the benefit of more advanced anti-ageing techniques.

At The Dermatology Room™, we are excited to offer the ground-breaking new skin care concept of Skin Boosters. This hyaluronic acid preparation allows for a deep and maintained restoration of natural skin hydration.

To maintain and prolong the results of these treatments, we recommend a supportive skincare regime to optimise your skin’s projected radiance.

Skin Booster Indications:

Tired and dry skin
Signs of skin aging
Acne scarring
Thin skin

Treatment Guidelines

Chemical peel

At The Dermatology Room™ Dr Lev has been very particular in sourcing safe, clinically effective chemical peels that may be used across all skin types, including skin with pigment. A chemical peel comprises topical application of a chemical solution that removes dead skin cells and imperfections, stimulating the renewal of the skin and speeding up its natural cellular regeneration processes, such as elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid synthesis. Peels are effective supportive measures in assisting patients with concerns of acne-prone or pigment- afflicted skin. It is a relatively quick procedure that our patients appreciate for clinical improvement and ease of incorporation into their time-constrained schedules.

Indications for chemical peels

Acne-prone or oily skin
Pore refinement
Pigmentation improvement
Textural improvement in skin
Reduction of fine lines in skin
Improved radiance in the skin
Keratosis Pilaris

Treatment Areas

Chemical peels are commonly used on the face but can be used on other body areas such as the chest, back, shoulders and arms to eliminate lines, freckles, or age spots or pigmentation. Patients with more extensive sun damage on the legs can also be treated with chemical peels.

* Please see patient guidelines for pre- and post- chemical peel care.

Treatment Guidelines

Dermafrac

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Dermafrac is a 4 in 1 system including microdermabrasion, micro-channeling, serum infusion and LED light therapy. The Dermafrac system contains 180 super fine needles to stimulate collagen production and cell renewal, helping to plump, firm and smooth the skin. Unlike other treatments, Dermafrac can be used safely over the lips and close to the eye area.

The vacuum- assisted occlusion places the skin under tension to create a pain-free environment. As the microchannels are created in the skin, the Dermafrac system simultaneously infuses a potent active serum composed of tailored active ingredients to facilitate improvement as per our patient’s individualized skin care goals.

The serums that may be infused are selected from the following range:

Vitamin C
Rejuvenate
Hydrate
Clarity
Lighten
Growth Factor Complex

The fourth component includes incorporation of the LED light therapy modality.

Dermafrac is one of our most popular treatments at the Dermatology Room particularly for concerns regarding pigmentation in all skin types, for those individuals looking to maintain acne control off oral treatment, and for patients seeking to rejuvenate skin in the absence of downtime.

Indications for DermaFrac Treatment

Depending on the serum used, the following issues can be addressed:

Oily and acne-prone skin
Fine lines and wrinkles
Clogged and/or enlarged pores
Scars
Hyperpigmentation
Dark circles beneath eyes

Treatment Guidelines

Microneedling

Microneedling is a common beauty practice that has evolved over the last 25 years. At The Dermatology Room™ our microneedling device of choice is the Skinpen. The Skinpen is the latest and best in microneedling technology and is the only FDA-cleared device and procedure with over ninety FDA-validated clinical studies delivering safe and effective microneedling results on the face and body.

SkinPen has multiple safety and efficacy points that set it apart from other microneedling devices including:

adjustable length, disposable, straight needles which penetrate the dermal layers at a 90-degree angle, allowing for differences in skin thickness and skin types and offering extra precision
the precision of the state-of-the-art Japanese needles used in the Skinpen prevents tearing of the skin
its precision makes it perfect for treating the delicate areas around the mouth and eyes
an exhaust port prevents suction and therefore reduces the risk of broken capillaries
disposable Bio Sleeve technology covering the entire device to reduce the risk of infection and cross-contamination
completely sealed needle cartridge which avoids the back flow of liquids and materials from the treatment
safe for all skin types and colours

The Skinpen creates thousands of microchannels that stimulate your body’s natural wound healing process, while minimizing cellular damage. Your skin’s natural reaction to any injury is to heal itself by creating more collagen, elastin and growth factor release which promotes elasticity and firmness in your skin. As your body produces more skin cells to heal from the slight abrasions, your new skin will have a more even texture and tone.

Due to its non-invasive nature, microneedling sessions usually require little to no downtime for our patients.

The SkinPen Precision treats

Signs of ageing, including fine lines and wrinkles
Stretch marks
Hyperpigmentation and irregular skin tone, including melasma
Acne and chicken pox scars
Other scarring, such as trauma and surgical
Uneven skin texture
Sun spots

Contraindications

Micro-needling should not be performed on:

women who are pregnant or are breastfeeding
history of keloid scarring
scleroderma
collagen vascular disease or other cardiac abnormalities,
haemorrhagic disorders
active localised infection

Treatment Guidelines

Intense Pulsed Light Therapy

Lumecca is currently the most powerful intense pulsed light (IPL) modality available . it delivers three times more energy in comparison to other IPL devices in the market, in the 500 to 600nm range allowing for improved efficacy in treating pigmented and vascular lesions. Lumecca operates by using photo- thermolysis which provides a photofacial through the delivery of a comfortable light treatment. The treatment has no downtime and is especially effective for improving the appearance of the face, neck, chest and hands. After a single Lumecca session our patients notice a significant improvement in the complexion and clarity of their skin. Lumecca offers significant advantages over standard IPL’s due to its

Optimised peak power output settings
Reduced treatment time due to large spot size and high pulse repetition rate
High efficiency in treating vascular and pigmented lesions
Strong sapphire cooling tip resulting in a painless procedure
Complete photo- rejuvenation in 2 to 3 sessions versus 4 to 6 with standard IPL’s

Indications for IPL

Vascular Lesions

facial, truncal and leg telangiectasias/ spider- vessels
broken blood vessels
rosacea and redness from rosacea
angiomas and spider angiomas
superficial leg veins

Pigmentation

uneven skin tone
hyperpigmentation
freckles
sun damage
age spots

Treatment Guidelines

Morpheus 8

The naming of this device was inspired by its ability to morph the skin’s structural framework to contour the face and the body. Morpheus 8, combining concurrent radiofrequency and microneedling treatment arms, is the revolutionary regenerative modality taking the aesthetic market by storm. It offers remodelling capabilities in the absence of surgery by sculpting the fat layer in the skin, stimulating fibroblasts to produce collagen conferring a firming effect and retexturising the surface of the skin. Most importantly for our patients is the delivery of these dramatic results, visible from the first treatment session, without any limiting downtime.

Morpheus 8 is the most advanced fractional resurfacing treatment available, reaching depths of up to 4mm in the face allowing us to target skin and subdermal adipose tissue to tighten and lift all layers of the skin.

The silicone-coated needles also ensure that the surface of the skin only receives minimal heating, minimising the risk of pigmentation and making it safe for use in all skin types.

Our patients love the procedure for its ability to improve the appearance of hooded eyelids, heavy lower lids, jowls , the double chin appearance as well as its ability to slim the neck profile, soften horizontal necklace lines and restore a healthier skin appearance and texture over the decolletage area.

The Morpheus 8 now comes with specific tips for the eye are and body allowing us to address any area of the skin that may be of concern.

This is one of my favourite treatments at the practice as it aligns with my approach of respecting the individuals inherent facial structure and helps me steer my therapeutic palette in a more natural manner whilst still delivering long-lasting results. It offers unprecedented results, and will be of huge benefit to those looking to delay the use of filler or avoid surgical downtime.

– Dr Lev

Indications

Slimming down/ contouring of fat pads in the skin
Tightening and firming
Changes in skin laxity
Retexturising of the skin
Stretchmarks
Hooded eyes
Jowls
Definition of Jawline

Treatment Guidelines

Body-FX

BodyFX is a new, long-lasting and non-invasive treatment that improves the appearance of cellulite, reshapes your body by reducing fat and tightens your skin.

It is the ideal treatment to get rid of those love handles, help flatten the stomach area, tighten the upper arms and improve your thighs or any other areas that require fat reduction.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

BodyFX utilizes suction, to treat specific areas of tissue at a time, these areas are then heated using controlled radio frequency energy that causes the tissue and underlying fat to heat and contract.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Most clients find the treatment quite comfortable. You can expect a warming of your skin and a gentle pulling sensation as the radio frequency and vacuum work simultaneously to smooth out unwanted pockets of fat. Your treated area of skin will be a little bit red after each treatment, however there is absolutely no downtime and you can carry on with your daily activities thereafter.

You will need more than one treatment per area, we recommend weekly sessions over a 6- 8 week period, depending on each individuals requirements. Body contouring results are progressive and you will start seeing improvement around the 4^th session.

Treatment Guidelines

Hollywood Spectra

Hollywood Spectra treatment is the very first in the continent to safely and effectively treat pigmentation concerns on all skin types. Specifically this laser procedure treats the current ongoing skin condition and prevents future re-occurrence of the conditions like Melasma, Post inflammatory hyper pigmentations, Dark circles, Inflammatory acne as well as tattoo removal. After a few short treatments patients typically experience less symptoms, reduced oil production in the skin and significantly improved skin texture and acne. Additionally, the Hollywood Laser Spectra also results in reduced pore sizes and redness and improved skin tone and colour.

How does the Hollywood Spectra work?

The Hollywood Spectra Is a versatile laser platform designed to gently deliver specialized “billionth of a second’ laser energy to reduce visible skin pigmentation. It not only brightens uneven skin tone, but it also helps to reduce the appearance or textural Irregularities and fine lines. The laser energy Is adjusted to your skin type and condition so that it can be precisely targeted to address your aesthetic concerns.

The Hollywood Spectra can help remove tattoo, reduce unwanted pigmentation. melasma, and age spots, and brighten your overall complexion from a technique called laser toning, Laser Toning is often used to help reduce unwanted pigment (or melanin) in your skin while simultaneously stimulating new dermal collagen growths trough gentle heating.

The Spectra Laser energy – leading to selective destruction of those targets. The body natural/processes and removes these shattered particles through your own immune system. Several treatments are required to achieve the gradual natural improvement in your skin appearance.

What to expect?

Upon arrival of your treatment you would have a specialized Carbon lotion applied to your skin for 10-20minutes. Once the laser starts a loud “snapping sound” would be heard, followed by a slight heat sensation. no numbing is required as the treatment is very comfortable.

How long will the results last?

The first 5 sessions of Hollywood Spectra requires 1 session every 2 weeks, after the fifth session your intervals will differ upon consultation. The recommended treatment sessions are 8-10 session. Maintenance treatments will also be advised at least every 4-6 months.

Treatment Guidelines