Have you heard of the CoolSculpting procedure by Zeltiq? It is a great, non-invasive way of reducing fat. Ideal candidates for the CoolSculpting by Zeltiq procedure have discrete and localized fat bulges on the abdomen, love handles, inner thighs, and back. CoolSculpting by Zeltiq is especially helpful when the fat bulge cannot be reduced by diet and exercise. CoolSculpting treatments result in noticeable and natural looking fat reduction in the treated areas.

How Does it Work?

The procedure is done by placing the CoolSculpting applicator on the fat bulge for one hour. During this time, the applicator chills the fat. The exposure of the fat to cooling begins a process of natural fat cell removal.

There is no discomfort during the time the applicator is on the skin. In order to maintain symmetry, most patients will treat two areas of their body during the treatment session (one area on each side of the body). Patients may do whatever they wish during this time, including reading, working with their electronic devices, or listening to music.

Results

The CoolSculpting by Zeltiq procedure results in visible fat reduction and a lessening of fat bulges gradually over a two or three-month period following the procedure. The CoolSculpting procedure is extremely safe. There is minimal discomfort during the procedure, and absolutely no down time after the procedure. There may be mild tenderness after the treatment and a temporary reduction in sensation resulting from the chilling of the tissues. Most patients resume their normal activities, including returning to work and exercise regimens, on the same day as the procedure. Three months after the first procedure, the procedure may be repeated to further enhance the result.

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If you are interested in CoolSculpting by Zeltiq, call our offices today! We will be happy to discuss this procedure in greater detail specific to your individual needs.

The Thermage CPT procedure is an FDA approved method for tightening skin and for smoothing wrinkles. This cosmetic procedure does not require invasive surgery, chemicals, needles, or lasers. Ideal candidates for Thermage CPT have mild to moderate facial laxity. The Thermage CPT procedure can also be used to treat patients who have areas of skin that are still loose after a surgical facelift.

The Thermage CPT procedure is very safe. We have been performing Thermage since 2003, and we have gained extensive experience with this treatment. In our office, Dr. Anterasian has performed over 800 Thermage procedures with consistently excellent results. We are very pleased with the results that we have achieved with Thermage, and our patients have truly enjoyed the cosmetic enhancement the procedure provides.

How Thermage Works

The treatment tip simultaneously heats and cools the skin. It emits radio frequency energy to heat the collagen in the deeper layers of the skin while simultaneously protecting the top layers of the skin with a cooling spray. With the upgraded Thermage CPT, the heating profile has been enhanced to provide very even and uniform heating of the tissues. It is this enhanced heating profile combined with the increase in the number of passes that is responsible for the improved effectiveness of Thermage CPT over earlier generations of Thermage.

The heating action causes the collagen in the deeper layers of the skin to tighten immediately. In addition, it stimulates new collagen production, which further enhances the result. This new collagen is laid down over the next several months. The final result is visible approximately four months after the procedure.

Results

The combined action of the immediate tightening of collagen and the production of new collagen results in a tighter skin and a more youthful appearance. Because improvement occurs at the fundamental level of collagen contraction and new collagen formation, the results are long lasting and should persist for years. The optimum result is generally achieved approximately four months following the procedure. At that time, if a patient wishes, the procedure can be repeated to further improve the result.

Here is a video of Carmen receiving the Thermage procedure:


Any man or woman who is interested in a non-surgical approach to facial skin tightening is invited to call our office and make an appointment with either Dr. Anterasian or Dr. Amerian.

What is the Fraxel Laser?

The Fraxel Restore Laser assists in decreasing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, brown spots, sun spots, age spots, and acne scarring, revealing a smoother, more youthful, and rejuvenated skin in approximately 30 minutes. After Fraxel Restore laser treatment, fine lines and wrinkles are improved, skin texture is much smoother, and skin crepiness is reduced. In addition, brown spots are lessened and the skin color becomes more even and uniform. Acne scars and any other scars are also improved. Optimum results are generally achieved by a series of 4 to 5 treatment sessions spaced three to four weeks apart.

How Does it Work?

The Fraxel Restore laser utilizes a new technology called Fractional Resurfacing. With Fractional Resurfacing Technology, only a fraction of the skin receives the laser light. The laser delivers a series of microscopic closely spaced laser spots to the skin while simultaneously preserving normal healthy skin between the laser spots. This preservation of healthy skin results in rapid healing following the laser treatment with no recovery downtime. Patients can return to work immediately after their treatment or the next day.

In this episode of TLC's Ten Years Younger, Dr. Mary Lee Amerian performed the Fraxel Laser procedure on Cindy:




The Fraxel Restore laser became available in April of 2004, and Dr. Amerian and Dr. Anterasian were among the first physicians in Los Angeles to obtain this laser and make it available to our patients. As a result, we have gained extensive experience with the Fraxel laser. In our office, Dr. Anterasian has performed over 1400 consecutive Fraxel laser procedures with excellent results. Our patients have truly enjoyed the smoother, more youthful, and rejuvenated skin that Fraxel laser treatments provide.