We are proud to announce that Dr. Amerian was recently featured on the cover of MedEsthetics Magazine. In addition, the entire practice was profiled in a thorough article that was also published in the magazine. The article focused primarily on the cosmetic aspects of the practice such as laser treatments, Botox, and the use of filling agents, but it also discussed the medical aspects of dermatology that we also perform. Next time you're in the office, take a look at the magazine article. Congratulations to our very own "Cover girl!"

The start of a new year gives everyone the opportunity to look back on the year that just ended and reflect on all that occurred. As we think back on 2005, we would like to share with you our most significant enhancements to our practice.

1. Our practice was profiled by MedEsthetics magazine. MedEsthetics is a professional journal distributed to dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and other cosmetic physicians. Dr. Amerian will be on the cover of the magazine in early 2006.
2. We added the Fraxel laser. This has allowed us to offer full face resurfacing with minimal downtime to our patients who have sun damaged skin, aging skin, fine wrinkling, or acne scarring.
3. Based on the latest scientific information, we changed our Thermage technique. With the new Thermage technique, the facial skin is treated five times during one treatment session using lower and much more comfortable energy levels. This replaced the old method of performing the procedure in which the facial skin was treated only once at higher and more painful energy levels. This change in technique has resulted in a more effective facial rejuvenation procedure and a more comfortable procedure.
4. Dr. Amerian appeared on the front page of the Health section of the Los Angeles Times. The Times article highlighted the use of the VelaSmooth device for the treatment of cellulite. For the first time, women now have an effective method of treating cellulite. The VelaSmooth is a laser-like device that combines radio frequency and infrared light energies with tissue mobilization. These three treatment modalities work together to safely and effectively improve cellulite and recontour the skin surface. Since our initial announcement in January 2005 that we had obtained the VelaSmooth, the product has gone on to become FDA approved for the treatment of cellulite. In a recently published medical study performed at Cornell University, patients treated with the VelaSmooth had a reduction in their thigh circumference and an improvement in their cellulite and skin texture.
5. We completed our second season of work for the television show "Ten Years Younger." We have thus far treated a total of seventeen patients for the show. Dr. Amerian has used virtually every technique of non-surgical facial rejuvenation to treat these patients. By the end of each show, every patient really did look "Ten Years Younger."
6. We incorporated a new semi-permanent filler called "Sculptra" into our practice. Sculptra stimulates the production of a patient's own new collagen. It is this new collagen that produces the improvement in the appearance of the skin following Sculptra treatment. That's why the improvement from Sculptra lasts longer than the improvement from other injected materials. After completing Sculptra treatment, skin creases, wrinkles, depressions, and folds are all improved. Results last for up to two years in most patients, and in some patients even longer.
7. We informed and educated our patients about skin cancer, moles, acne scarring, cellulite, rosacea, summer skin care, and winter skin care (in this issue). Our patients are invited to ask Dr. Amerian or Dr. Anterasian any questions about their skin that they would like to see discussed in future newsletters.
8. We added Barbara Thorne to our office as our newest aesthetician. Patients really enjoy Barb's warm and loving personality. Barb has been a wonderful addition to our staff.
9. Dr. Amerian was again awarded the honor of being named one of "The Best Doctors in America." Dr. Amerian has received this honor for ten consecutive years.

As we look forward to 2006, we anticipate that we will continue to enhance our practice. We are passionate about remaining at the forefront of non-surgical facial and skin rejuvenation.

We wish each and every one of our patients a healthy and wonderful 2006.

We are pleased to announce that Barbara Thorne has joined the office as our newest aesthetician. Barb works in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. Patients who have not previously received aesthetic services in our office may see Barb and receive a 50% discount on their first facial or other aesthetic treatment through the end of the year. This is an inexpensive way to experience our signature AmerianTronic Facial Rejuvenator, as seen on "Oprah" and also seen multiple times on TLC's television show "Ten Years Younger."