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What Can Microneedling Do for Me?

June 3, 2019

If you are looking for a minimally-invasive skin rejuvenation treatment for problems like signs of aging or sun damage, look no further. Microneedling is a simple treatment that helps to improve the appearance of scars, wrinkles, sunspots, and much more. The procedure offers a pleasant and natural result with no need for extensive downtime.

What the Treatment Involves

Microneedling is a skin treatment involving the controlled delivery of microscopic channels to surface layers of skin. This boosts your collagen levels to help minimize skin imperfections.

Collagen and Skin Aging

What’s the big deal about collagen anyway? There are 27 different types of collagen, classified by their function, size, and amino acid profile. The type that is most important for skin tissue is Type I collagen. Collagen is one of the main building blocks of your skin and an extremely abundant protein. It is also an important ingredient of connective tissue found in your tendons, ligaments, and joints. When it comes to skin, collagen is the main protein that keeps your skin firm and smooth and helps seal in moisture.

You lose about one percent of your collagen annually after you reach your thirties. The visible part of aging happens when your skin’s connective tissue and moisture content become degraded. The weakening of your collagen matrix leads to the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and a decline in the health of your skin.

There are quite a few factors that can prematurely age your skin and affect your collagen levels. Besides caffeine, alcohol, processed foods, and trans-fatty acids, sugar is an under-recognized destroyer of collagen. Depending on your situation, your diet may be loaded with refined sugars and carbohydrates that spike your blood sugar levels and form Advanced Glycation End (AGE) products. You begin to form skin blemishes and sunspots when sugars react with proteins to alter the natural chemical structure of your skin, leading to oxidative stress and inflammation that breaks down collagen even further, leading to the premature development of wrinkles.

What Microneedling Treats

A treatment session can help to improve a wide range of skin conditions, including fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, uneven skin tone, sun spots, and more.

Scars are one of the main reasons that many people seek out the care of a skin care professional. These are abnormal tissues that develop as the result of rapid healing due to some form of injury. In addition to traumatic injury, scars can be caused by acne or surgery.

If you are suffering from disfiguring scars, you should consider a microneedling treatment. A recent study examined the effects of multiple treatment sessions on 37 patients who had severe facial scars. At the conclusion of the study, the patients’ scars were examined and evaluated according to a clinical scale. Of the 37 patients, 34 obtained a one or two grade decrease in the severity of their scars. Over 80% of the study participants rated their treatment as “excellent” and did not suffer from any adverse effects.

How It Works

This treatment involves the delivery of safe, controlled microscopic injuries to the surface layers of your skin to stimulate the formation of new collagen. In the weeks and months after your treatment, your skin will be remodeled gradually and naturally. The soft and natural results offered by microneedling are one of the many aspects that make the treatment so popular with many of our patients.

Another way that microneedling treatments work is through their effect on what is known as the stratum corneum skin layer. As your skin cells mature and rise to the surface layers of your skin, they eventually die and are supposed to slough off, but it doesn’t always work out that way. In some cases, dead skin cells can accumulate on the surface of your skin, along with oils and cellular debris. This presents a barrier effect for your skin that is not altogether bad. For example, it can keep harmful chemicals from penetrating your skin. Where it becomes a problem is when this barrier prevents helpful topical skin care products from being absorbed by your skin. Microneedling helps topical absorption by allowing these products to bypass the outer layer of your skin, rendering them many times more effective than they would be on their own.

What to Expect

Your treatment begins with a cleansing of the treatment area. After that, we can numb your skin with a topical anesthetic. When your skin is completely numb, we begin moving a device over your skin repeatedly. This device is covered in fine needles to puncture the skin to a superficial degree. Although these tiny punctures are virtually invisible to the naked eye, they are able to stimulate your body into producing new collagen in the treatment area.

This treatment has developed a well-earned reputation for delivering results that come about gradually and naturally. The treatment does not involve the injection of exotic substances or implantation of strange materials. Instead, we are triggering the natural restorative abilities of your body to “trick” it into producing new collagen and skin tissue.

An entire session typically takes under an hour to complete. Most patients tolerate the procedure extremely well following the application of a topical anesthetic. It is normal to experience some temporary redness after your treatment. This indicates that the process is working, and such redness should fade just hours after your treatment.

Good Candidates

Almost anyone is eligible for this skin treatment. However, if you are suffering from an active breakout or skin infection, this condition will need to be resolved prior to undergoing a treatment session. Ultimately, your candidacy for the treatment can be determined during a consultation at our office.

Combination Treatments

In addition to making an effective skin rejuvenation treatment on its own, microneedling works quite well with other treatments like topicals. Quite a few topical skin care products are unable to fully penetrate the skin due to a buildup of dead skin cells and cellular debris. This treatment creates thousands of microscopic punctures that serve as channels, allowing topicals to bypass this layer and penetrate more deeply.

A microneedling session can also be combined with an application of something called PRP. This technology was developed over the last few decades and popularized by celebrities and professional athletes who needed effective techniques for minimizing the effects of aging or speeding healing.

The procedure begins when we withdraw a certain amount of blood from the patient to create a special blood product called PRP. After withdrawing the blood, we place it in a centrifuge to be spun around until blood platelets are concentrated. These platelets are rich in certain growth factors that can dramatically speed up the healing process or regenerate skin affected by sun damage, the aging process, scars, or other conditions.

Microneedling and PRP can work together to boost the effects of skin rejuvenation treatments. We can apply the PRP product to the treatment area and conduct a microneedling procedure. This allows the PRP product to enjoy enhanced skin penetration by taking advantage of the thousands of microscopic channels created by the process.

Another way that a combination approach can help is by taking advantage of two treatments in one treatment session. You can enjoy the benefits of two approaches during one in-office treatment. This is ideal with men and women with busy schedules and lifestyles.

Microneedling with PRP has helped many people suffering from skin issues, no matter what the cause. It appears to work for both men and women, and the results look natural because the treatment takes advantage of a substance that comes from your own blood (PRP). Also, the results come about gradually, which helps them to look even more natural.

Multiple Treatments

Many patients benefit from undergoing multiple microneedling treatment sessions. Unless your skin problems are extremely minor and superficial, your skin should continue to gradually improve with multiple treatment sessions. Each successive session builds upon the results of previous ones. This creates a very subtle, gradual improvement that appears very natural and plausible to observers, in contrast to some other types of cosmetic procedures that some feel create results that are too drastic or unnatural.

How many treatments will you need? There is divided opinion on how many treatments work best, and every patient is different, but many professionals recommend a series of treatment sessions that are spaced a set amount of time apart. After this initial set of treatments, you may benefit from an additional maintenance treatment as needed for ongoing benefits. Treatments are designed to be quick and convenient, so follow-up treatments are usually very simple.

After Your Treatment

You should not expect any significant downtime after your treatment, but there are a few things that you should keep in mind. Your skin may be somewhat sensitive for a day or two after your treatment. You’ll want to keep it properly hydrated and use safe skin care products. This is not the time to begin experimenting with new topicals. Stick with what you know, follow our team’s instructions, and avoid harsh or abrasive skin care products until you have fully recovered.

It is also a good idea to avoid any activity that could excessively heat your skin. Avoid hot showers, saunas, or the gym for a couple of days. Do not expose your skin to prolonged sun exposure for a set amount of time after your treatment.

Schedule Your Consultation Today

If you are ready to take your skin to the next level with a microneedling treatment, or if you simply want to receive more information, book your consultation at aNu Aesthetics in Kansas City. Contact our office today to schedule an appointment and get started!

Understanding the HydraFacial

May 6, 2019

The HydraFacialⓇ

The HydraFacialⓇ is an extremely popular facial treatment performed in the office. According to the latest statistics, one person in the world has this treatment every fifteen seconds. This procedure has even become common for celebrities because it is effective for a wide variety of concerns including signs of aging and dry skin. The procedure is a resurfacing treatment to hydrate your skin and clear out your pores. This procedure is available all over the world and involves four basic steps. These is a cleanse, exfoliation, extraction, and hydration of your skin. The process infuses serums into your pores with a special device.

During the process, suction is used to remove your dead skin cells. Your skin is simultaneously infused with moisturizing and hydrating serums. In the past, the last thing you wanted to do was have a facial right before an important occasion or event. This was because the deep extraction and exfoliation often left the skin irritated and red. The HydraFacialⓇ is the newest aesthetic technology available. The results are proven, will not damage, irritate, or redden your skin and can be used prior to even the biggest of events. This is because this treatment uses a different technology to enhance your skin. The way the process rejuvenates, hydrates, and exfoliates your skin improves the overall look.

The first step after cleansing is exfoliation. Once all traces of cosmetics have been eliminated, your dead skin cells are removed. This reveals healthy new cells. It begins with an application of serum to your face. The serum is a combination of salicylic and glycolic acids to provide the same benefits as a traditional peel. The serum is gentle and only produces an extremely slight tingle as opposed to the severe stinging resulting from numerous peels. Your skin is hydrated by a solution rich with nutrients as it penetrates your skin’s pores. This softens your skin while removing any impurities gently.

The third step is extraction. The skin professional uses a special nozzle in lieu of manual extraction. As liquid is applied to your skin, it is circulated rapidly – this is similar to the effects of a vacuum. Blemishes such as clogged pores, whiteheads, and blackheads are eliminated through an instant and comfortable extraction. The final step is called the infusion. A specific hydrating serum is infused into your skin using the vortex fusion tool. This decreases the look of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin tone, oiliness, hyperpigmentation, and sun damage.

Once your treatment has been completed, your skin will be smooth, glowing, and exceptionally clean. You will love the way your natural skin looks. Many individuals do not want to use cosmetics after the procedure. The procedure provides a lot of benefits for your skin. This includes a clearer, plumper, brighter, and more hydrated complexion. In many instances, there is a general improvement in the look of aging. The treatment also decreases wrinkles and fine lines while improving enlarged pores, brown spots, texture, firmness, and helps even out the skin tone.

One of the best benefits of this procedure is the suitability for almost any skin type or age. This includes older adults with pre-cancerous areas or damage from the sun, adults concerned with hyper-pigmentation, pimples, fine lines, and wrinkles and teenagers fighting acne. The only exceptions are individuals with an active rash, rosacea, sunburn, or currently pregnant. After the treatment, your skin will have a dewy glow. It is important to note one session will not permanently improve the quality of your skin. The treatment was designed to improve the look of your skin as time passes. Although the effect of the treatments last longer than the majority of facials, a new treatment is recommended every so often to maintain optimal results.

Having a HydraFacialⓇ once a month will help improve the look of congested or oily skin and wrinkles, fine lines and age spots. During your exfoliation process, the treatment is much gentler on your skin than most of the other procedures available including microdermabrasion. This is an excellent option for firmer and plumper skin, immediate and long lasting results, and a lot less downtime. It is recommended you avoid direct sunlight for a few days; this is to stop any damage to your skin caused by UV rays. This can decrease the benefits of your treatment and slow the results. If you have to be in the sun, use a sunscreen with a broad spectrum to ensure you are protecting your skin.

You can use this procedure along with non-invasive treatments such as BOTOX. It is important to understand the downtime and any side effects associated with the additional procedures prior to combining the two. Certain combinations are extremely effective because they address other skincare issues. Is is important to note if you are considering a BOTOX treatment as well, this must be performed first. Your best option is to discuss any additional treatments available with your skin care professional.

The Benefits of the HydraFacialⓇ

This is a revolutionary skin treatment to enhance and brighten your skin, remove impurities and dead skin cells, and moisturize and hydrate your skin. The treatment provides you with a wide assortment of benefits including immediate results and the appearance of more youthful and healthier skin. The procedure does not require much in the way of preparation. It takes only minutes and can be performed immediately. This is an effective option if you have a special occasion to attend during the evening because the procedure does not leave any redness or cause any irritation.

You should not experience any uncomfortable sensations once you have completed your treatment. Numerous facial procedures trigger these aftereffects. It is nearly impossible to attend a special function after receiving a traditional facial. This facial was specifically designed to be much gentler for your skin. You should also find the procedure enjoyable and relaxing. Once you have completed your treatment, you do not have to wait to apply your cosmetics or return to your regular daily activities.

The entire treatment is fast and there is no downtime. The best part is you do not have a long and cumbersome list of required preparations. The HydraFacialⓇ is an especially good choice if you have extremely sensitive skin. You will most likely feel as if you spent time at the spa as opposed to having a medical procedure. You will begin to see the results once you have finished your treatment such as an improvement in your skin tone and skin refinement. The new hydration and smoothness often last for a week or more.

The treatment is about having healthy and beautiful skin. You should notice that visible pores and fine lines and wrinkles have been diminished, the firmness and texture of your skin has improved, and imperfections such as blackheads have become much less visible. This is the only hydradermabrasion treatment combining exfoliation, cleansing, antioxidant protection, and extraction in just one procedure. The final result is glowing, clearer, and absolutely beautiful skin. The procedure is not irritating or invasive. You will also enjoy the moisturizing and soothing treatment. Another benefit is that you can have your skin professional customize your treatment to target your specific issues and concerns.

Different types of boosts can be used to treat a wide range of specific issues. Discoloration can be minimized to provide a lovely glow and brighter skin. Your skin appears more vital and healthier when wrinkles and fine lines have been minimized. A combination of specific peptides can recharge your skin to reduce the signs of aging. The appearance of both sun and dark spots can be minimized to provide a more even complexion.

The HydraFacialⓇ for Acne Treatment

Everything is accomplished with a combination of different steps. This begins when your skin is cleansed and exfoliated. Your medical professional will open your facial pores by using a small deplaning instrument. This removes debris and dead skin cells clogging your pores. The next step is the peel. This treatment uses glycolic acid because it is much gentler on your skin. Once your acid peel has been completed, your extractions are the next step. During this step of your acne treatment, everything hiding within your pores is revealed.

The extractions are performed by a skincare professional using a special nozzle. This device works in a similar fashion as a vacuum. The last step is the application of the serums. Your skin is infused with collagen and antioxidants using the same tool. The serum is a critical step in the process because it promotes elasticity and hydration within your skin. Even though acne impacts a lot of teenagers, it also affects individuals of every age. A lot of adults suffer from acne scars and a decreased level of confidence due to severe acne. The HydraFacialⓇ is an efficient and effective option for the treatment of oily skin and acne scars. The most common cause of acne breakouts is excess oil in the skin.

The treatment fights acne with a combination of exfoliation, hydration, cleansing and extraction. Once these processes have reached completion, antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid will be applied to the skin. The vortex effect of the treatment offers uniform results and dislodges impurities fast. The treatment provides instant results for decreasing visible facial pores, wrinkles and fine lines. You should also notice an improvement in your skin’s firmness and texture. Your skin will appear as glowing, clearer and brighter without the typical feeling you get after having a chemical peel. Your skin imperfections including blackheads generally disappear completely. Traditional facial treatments place the focus on improving the appearance of your skin. This treatment is different because it additionally provides an infusion of moisture, antioxidants, and essential vitamins for your skin.

The vitamins and antioxidants assist your skin in fighting the beginning of skin aging. Your skin is protected from the damage often caused by the pollution in the environment and free radicals. The additional moisture is important for helping your skin remain smooth and soft, increasing your skin’s elasticity and helping prevent the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. The benefits will not only help improve the appearance of your skin, they will provide the necessary nutrients and hydration to protect your skin as time passes.

Interested? Get In Touch with Us for More Information

If you are interested in learning more or are ready to experience the HydraFacialⓇ, please feel free to reach out and make an appointment with aNu Aesthetics and Optimal Wellness. At our convenient location in Kansas City, our caring and dedicated team of professionals will be pleased to explain this option to you in full and answer any questions you may have. Contact us today to set up your consultation!

Benefiting from a Medical Weight Loss Program

April 1, 2019

One of the health issues that most people are struggling with today is related to weight. Obesity is a concern for many Americans, and this is due to the numerous health complications associated with being overweight. Data from the United Bureau of Statistics show that about 70 percent of adults in the country are overweight. An individual can be obese if he or she has more fat than the body requires. You can tell if you are obese by reviewing your body mass index (BMI). If the body weight is 20 percent or more than it should be, then one is considered obese, and you may want to consider a medical weight loss program.

Health Effects Associated with Obesity

Being overweight comes with numerous health and cosmetic concerns to many people. Scientific research has shown that people who are obese are more susceptible to health complications and diseases as compared to people with a healthy weight. Some of the common health issues that are associated with being overweight are:

Obesity can result in high blood pressure: One of the significant health problems that many people who are obese suffer from is high blood pressure. When you have extra fat in your body, your blood vessels will need to pump extra blood to the fat tissues. The need to supply fat tissues with more oxygen can overwork your heart since it has to pump more than usual, thus leading to a high blood pressure. As the blood pressure increases, the blood pulse increases and exposes you to the risk of high blood pressure.

Associated with type 2 diabetes: Research has shown that people who are obese are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes, even though it is common in adulthood. When an individual is overweight, his or her body becomes immune to insulin. Insulin is the hormone that is responsible for regulating blood sugar. Low insulin in the body makes it difficult for the body to control the blood sugar, leading to the development of type 2 diabetes.

It can lead to heart attacks: Scientific research has shown that cardiac-related complications are more common in overweight individuals. In fact, obesity has been used to explain the high numbers of people who are diagnosed with heart diseases in the country. Atherosclerosis, for instance, is a condition where the arteries accumulate fatty plaques that lead to their hardening, a situation that might cause a heart attack. Scientific research has shown that coronary artery diseases, which can lead to cardiac arrests, are more prevalent in obese people. If you experience blood clots in arteries that have been hardened, you risk suffering a stroke.

Exposes you to cancer: Cancer is the leading global cause of death, and it is no longer a problem in the developed countries alone but also in developing countries. Scientific research has concluded that being obese can expose you to a variety of cancers such as colon cancer, uterus cancer, breast cancer, and gallbladder cancer. A research conducted on men found out that men who were overweight were more likely to develop prostate or colon cancer as compared to those who weren’t.

Causes joint problems: Many people who have extra fat in their bodies are prone to joint-related complications. If you are overweight, you are more likely to strain your joints, especially the hip and knee joints. This is because your body will find it difficult to support your extra weight. Joint-related problems can be severe and could require a replacement surgery to fix. It is not recommended for one to undergo joint replacement surgery except in extreme cases. Artificial joints can lead to life-long complications because they become loose with time, thus necessitating another surgery.

What Are the Seven Benefits of Medical Weight Loss Programs?

Once you have established that you are obese, the logical step that you need to take is to cut down your weight. There are numerous ways through which one can lose extra weight. For instance, you can choose to follow a short-cut such as subscribing to a restrictive diet, daily exercising, medical weight loss, or changing your living habits. There are many methods that you can follow in your quest to lose extra weight with the most reliable way being choosing a medical weight loss plan. A medical weight loss program is a non-surgical program that is used by professionals to help patients with extra fat to shed it off.

Some of the benefits of medical weight loss programs are:

1. You get a customized weight loss program designed just for you

The first benefit of choosing a medical weight loss program when you want to get rid of excess fat in your body is that you get a personalized plan that fits your needs. When a doctor wants to enroll you to a weight loss program, he or she will often test you for all body vitals so that he or she can recommend a program that will serve you best. Each person has a unique body, which means that each person will respond differently to different medical treatments. Medical personnel will determine a program that will best suit your medical requirements and make dietary recommendations based on the results of the tests they conduct on your body. Unlike following a dietary or exercise program without involving medical personnel, medical weight loss programs ensure that you are guided on your diet based on the dietary needs of your body.

2. Activities that match with your routine

Undergoing a medical weight loss program will ensure that you engage in physical activities that meet your fitness requirements. Many people often want to lose weight while still ensuring that the entire exercise does not interfere with their daily activities, such as work. This can only be achieved through a medical weight loss program. For instance, if you have a job, you can talk to the medical personnel to create a weight loss schedule that will not interfere with your work. As a result, you will not need to do the same exercises daily since the medical personnel will ensure that your workout plan is modified to meet your changing exercise needs.

3. Medical weight loss programs are a combination of dietary and exercise plans

Weight loss can be a demanding endeavor that requires both exercising and adhering to a strict diet to achieve positive results. When you choose other methods of weight loss, you are likely to find yourself concentrating on either a food routine or a work-out routine that will not optimize the outcomes. To avoid all these concerns, you should consider enrolling in a medical weight loss program because it makes it easy for you to blend both exercise and diet. You will have access to professionals who will guide you throughout your weight loss journey to ensure that you achieve a balance between your food intake and exercise for optimal results.

4. It helps you to adopt new, healthier habits

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is not a one-off activity but rather a routine that you need to incorporate into your lifestyle. Shedding the extra fats might involve more activities as compared to maintaining your weight. To ensure that you are leading a healthy lifestyle by adopting new habits, you will need to enroll in a medical weight loss program. For most people, adhering to the strenuous exercises and the strict diet throughout their life is impractical because it is quite tiring. This makes it important to know all there is to know about keeping your body weight in check. By working with a professional, you will find it easier to acquire and maintain healthy habits that are less tiring and do not take a lot of your time and effort. Having a doctor by your side will make it easy to manage bad influence from family members and friends. A person’s family and friends often play a critical role in pushing him or her towards making unhealthy choices. If you enroll in a medical weight loss program, your doctor will be the right partner to help you make well-informed decisions regarding your health.

5. You will achieve both health and aesthetic goals

Besides the many health complications that accompany being overweight, it can also play a role in shaping your personality. Scientific research has shown that many people who are obese have self-esteem issues, and this can affect how they perceive themselves. When you work with a doctor, you will not only achieve your health goals but also your aesthetic goals of looking sharp and attractive. An exercise plan will just work to get rid of the extra fat without ensuring that the related health conditions are comprehensively treated. This makes such a plan less effective as compared to medically assisted weight loss. Getting rid of those extra fat pounds could be the gateway to winning your crush or making people see you as more appealing.

6. You get access to complementary health services

Diet programs are purely designed to help you resolve the issue of extra fat, and that is what you will achieve at the end. By engaging a doctor in the efforts to lose extra pounds of fat, however, you will get a full medical workout. Doctors are experts in human health, and they will always provide you with some auxiliary health services to help you live a healthy life. You will also not worry about the potential risks involved in the entire journey of losing weight since the doctors know what works best for which patients. As a result, you will get diet and exercise suggestions that are aimed at helping you to take control of your health holistically without having to concentrate only on weight loss. A medical weight loss plan should not aim at just helping you manage your weight but rather be a comprehensive program that will put you on the path to healthy living.

7. Medical weight loss programs help you monitor your progress

When it comes to weight loss, consistency is vital if you want to achieve your goals. When you want to manage your weight at home, chances that you will slip are very high. You need someone to be accountable to so that you can make progress. In a medical weight loss program, this person is your doctor. A medical weight loss program puts you under the supervision of the watchful eye of your wellness doctor. The doctor will help you throughout the journey and give you the professional help that you may need as you work towards getting rid of the extra pounds.

Why Choose Us?

Are you planning to get rid of the extra fat that makes you feel unattractive? If you are, consider visiting aNu Aesthetics in Kansas City, MO. We are a specialized wellness center that specializes in giving our clients access to our medical weight loss program. We work from state-of-the-art facilities that are equipped with the latest equipment. Our medical staff is well-trained and has the knowledge and skills necessary to help you get rid of the extra fat in your body conveniently. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!

Lift and Contour with a PDO Threadlift

March 4, 2019

In the past, having a threadlift involved surgery. There were also a lot of side effects such as thread breakage and infections. The PDO threadlift has changed over the years. The procedure is minimally-invasive, does not require surgery and is no longer associated with all the negative side effects of the past. There are numerous different types of threadlifts currently available, but one of the most popular is the PDO threadlift. The threads used for the procedure are manufactured in South Korea. Skin lifting procedures have become one of the most commonly performed in today’s society. This treatment was created to tighten and lift sagging skin tissue through the used of PDO or Polydioxanone threads. These threads are placed into the deepest layers of your skin. Once your treatment has been completed, you will notice a few major changes in your skin.

The first benefit is an immediate lifting of your skin. Second, you will experience a noticeable tightening of your skin. The treatment encourages collagen stimulation, leading to cellular renewal and neovascularisation. This improves the texture and elasticity of your skin while decreasing fine lines. The third benefit is a tightening of your skin triggered by contracting fat tissue. In the months after you have completed the procedure, the PDO threads will completely disappear from within your skin. This is due to a simple process called hydrolysis. It is important to note the PDO threads are absorbable. Due to the effects of the cellular rejuvenation, the lifts in your facial contours will remain for multiple additional months.

Your skin cells will have received the necessary stimulation for the production of new blood vessels and new collagen. This improves the micro-circulation of your skin. While this is happening, your fat tissue contracts due to the PDO threads. This results in both a slimming effect to your face and skin tightening. The procedure is performed by inserting PDO threads into your skin using a housing needle referred to as a cannula. The procedure is both sterile and minimally-invasive. You will be given local anesthesia to numb the area and help ensure you are relaxed and comfortable during your treatment. The cannula used to insert the PDO threads may have either a blunt or a sharp tip. Once the threads have been placed in the targeted layers of your skin, your skin is lifted upwards and anchored. The excess threads can then be removed.

The Different Types of PDO Threadlifts

The actual length of your procedure will depend on the areas you are having treated. In most cases, the treatment will require just minutes. A lot of people become confused due to the variety of PDO lifts available. There is even a new screw method available to enhance rejuvenation. The general classifications for PDO threads are barbed threads, non-barbed threads and floating threads. There are also sub-classifications for the threads.

You may have heard these threads referred to using fancy names such as heart barbs, tornado or double screw. All of these terms are used to describe one of the available thread types. There are also a wide variety of different lengths and thicknesses available for PDO threads. This impacts the effectiveness, tensile strength and quality of the treatment in addition to the price. The type of threads best suited to your specific rejuvenation and lifting needs may be chosen for you by our professional to help ensure you receive the best possible results. It is a good idea to talk to the professional about the different options available as well as the specific benefits of each during your consultation.

The treatment is extremely safe and sterile. The procedure does not cause the severe skin side effects associated with some types of fillers. The side effects including thread breakage and infections associated with the threadlifts of the past have been eliminated. This is because the threads are placed using needles as opposed to surgery and they will be absorbed by your body within a period of multiple months. It is important to ensure you receive your treatment from an experienced, well-trained and knowledgeable professional to help make certain you receive the outcome you desire. The treatment is customized according to the areas you want to have treated. A good example is lifting. This requires a combination of different lengths and thicknesses of threads. The procedure can also be customized to encompass your lifestyle needs.

The Benefits of the PDO Threadlift

One of the best benefits of this procedure is the instant tightness and firmness of your skin. The way the threads are placed within your skin provides droopy skin with an uplifted and attractive look. Once your treatment is completed, you will see a difference in the firmness and tightness of your skin. During the following weeks, your complete results will become visible. This is partially due to the time required for your body to begin producing new collagen. Once these weeks have passed, you will see younger and more attractive-looking skin. The reason for the specific placement of the threads is to help revive your lost collagen and bring it back into your skin. Collagen is classified as a protein. This is what provides your skin with strength and elasticity, makes your skin tighter and helps diminish fine lines and wrinkles.

PDO threads provide your skin with a natural and very uplifted appearance. The procedure is most often used for the treatment of saggy cheeks or brows. Since the treatment is customized, you can be assured your individual wants and needs will be met. It is important to understand there is nothing scary about this procedure. It is extremely sound and safe. One of the main reasons this treatment is so safe is because the PDO threads will dissolve after they have been placed in your skin. Depending on the condition and type of your skin, your body will absorb the threads within weeks. Using PDO threads is also a fast and easy way to achieve a nice lift to your face. An experienced professional does not require a lot of time to perform the procedure. The maximum length of time ever recorded for this procedure was about an hour. This is rare because the treatment generally requires just minutes.

The treatment using PDO threads heals easily without much downtime necessary. Your results will last for a long time. There have been cases where the results lasted for as long as two years. PDO threads can be used for rejuvenation, lifting, decreasing fat, volumizing and improving wrinkles, fine lines and skin texture. Each thread is used for a different purpose. There are numerous techniques, making the possibilities of this treatment nearly endless. The PDO threadlift is extremely versatile. This means almost all of the facial areas can be treated. This includes:

• Crow’s feet
• Eyebrows
• Jawline
• The area beneath the eyes
• Wrinkles around the mouth
• Nasolabial folds
• Cheeks
• Neck
• Jowls

PDO threads improve skin texture and sagging for all of the areas listed above. This is especially true for your lower face and your cheeks. These areas will see the most exceptional benefits from this procedure. This type of lift is referred to as synergistic, making it more beneficial than a lot of the other skin lifting treatments available. Your benefits from the treatment begin to show immediately due to the support your skin receives from the threads. This is how your skin is lifted into a new and more aesthetically pleasing position. Within approximately one week or so after your treatment, you skin will look more natural, tighter and younger. Your skin will continue to rejuvenate in the months after the procedure. Your skin will be smoother, firmer and have a better texture.

Depending on the type and condition of your skin, the focus may be placed on either skin lifting or skin rejuvenation during your treatment. Every individual has slightly different results. This is dependent on the combination of the technique used, the type of PDO threads placed and your skin. Even though your results will continue for several additional months, the majority of professionals recommend having another procedure at some point after the first one. This will enable you to continue enjoying your results for years.

The thread lift is a non-surgical and effective face lifting treatment suitable for nearly anyone interested in improving the appearance of their skin. This includes loose or sagging skin, fine lines and wrinkles. The end result is an instant lifting of the facial contours without the need to have facelift surgery. The procedure works extremely well for women and men who do not have the time or inclination to undergo the potential side effects and much longer recovery period necessary with a traditional facelift. This procedure is a much easier and simpler way to achieve a natural lift with a refreshed appearance. In comparison to so many of the face lifting options, the PDO threadlift provides more visible results immediately and is much faster. The treatment can also be combined with numerous other procedures to enhance the results.

Although a PDO lift is effective by itself, there are numerous treatments that work extremely well in conjunction with a PDO threadlift to further enhance the results. This includes filler injections and a wide variety of anti-aging treatments. The combination of procedures provides an extremely natural lift. The procedure also works well with numerous biostimulatory fillers for an anti-aging solution enabling patients to turn back the clock without surgery. The majority of individuals who have experienced this procedure have been quite satisfied with the results. This has increased the popularity of the treatment even further.

If you are interested in learning more or would like to have a PDO threadlift consultation, please reach out to aNu Aesthetics & Optimal Wellness so your personal consultation can be scheduled. Contact us today to book your appointment at our office in Kansas City, MO!

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