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Facial Rejuvenation Procedures � Which is right for you?
Your face is the first feature visible to others. As your skin ages, it not only becomes thinner, but less elastic. Collagen and elastin, the tissues that keep your skin firm, become weaker. The result causes fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin to begin showing more and more.
Facial rejuvenation is performed to provide a smoother, firmer appearance and reduce the signs of aging. Damage caused by sun exposure can also be diminished through rejuvenating techniques.
How we look affects how we feel and how others see us. It is natural for someone who feels young and vibrant to want their skin to look that way as well. Facial rejuvenation can treat many signs of age, such as:
� Wrinkles
� Sun spots
� Skin blotches
� Visible blood vessels
� Loose skin
� Skin tone and color
Are there any risks involved?
Any cosmetic surgery procedure involves some degree of risk. Typically, the more invasive the procedure, the greater the risk involved. But the risks and side effects involved in facial rejuvenation procedures are generally minimal and temporary.
These may include mild redness, swelling, bruising and some mild discomfort. Some of the more invasive procedures may also include some scarring and permanent changes in pigment.
But, today's procedures are less invasive overall which allows for faster healing for the patient with less down time away from normal daily activity. Most facial rejuvenation treatments are performed in the doctor's office, providing more convenience and reduced cost as well.
What are your treatment options?
Treatment options available to you will depend on such factors as your medical history, general health, age, skin type and the amount of sun damage your skin has suffered. Here are some of the options you may consider:
� Chemical peels � These treatments are used for wrinkles around the eyes and mouth, age spots, mild acne scars, skin discoloration and dull skin texture. By applying a chemical solution to your skin, your doctor will remove the damaged outer layers of your skin. This reveals smoother, more evenly colored skin and stimulates the growth of new skin.
� Dermabrasion � This procedure mechanically sands away rough skin to produce a smoother, more rejuvenated appearance. Dermabrasion works well for treating scarring, discoloration and sun damage.
� Fillers � Soft tissue fillers are used to reduce wrinkles and lines in the face to give the skin a younger and smoother asppearance. These fillers contain substances such as collagen, self-donated fat and hyaluronic acid. They are injected into the skin with a small needle to contour the facial appearance and restore a more youthful look.
� Laser Resurfacing � This procedure is used to treat certain scars, wrinkles, lines, skin discoloration, blemishes and broken blood vessels. Laser resurfacing may delay the need for other, more invasive procedures such as face lifts. Modern advances in laser resurfacing precisely target small areas of skin while leaving the healthy, surrounding skin untouched.
These are only a few of the cosmetic surgery procedures available for reducing the signs of age. Some facial rejuvenation procedures may be combined with other techniques to provide the best possible results. Consult a qualified cosmetic surgeon today to determine which procedures may be best for you.