BOTOX® is one of the world’s most famous brands. Known as a neuromodulator, BOTOX® is used to erase crow’s feet and other lines on the upper third of the face. The FDA first approved BOTOX® for cosmetic use in 2002. Then about a decade ago, two new neuromodulators became available: Dysport® and Xeomin®. Last spring a new option entered […]
It would be easy these days to hear the word “photofacial” and assume it’s the latest craze in selfies. But your skin would miss out. At Dr. Beaty’s we use Intense Pulsed Light treatments to counter the effects of sun damage, rosacea, hyperpigmentation, and more. What is Intense Pulsed Light? Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is […]
Did you know that not all fat is created equal? Visceral fat is the insidious, deep layer of fat that you cannot pinch. Yet, it lives around your liver, pancreas and intestines releasing toxic inflammatory chemicals. Individuals with higher visceral fat are more likely to develop heart disease, cancer, diabetes and cirrhosis of the liver. […]
Shaving areas like your legs is bad enough. Shaving your underarms can be a real pain, literally. Nicks, razor burns, ingrown hair…and then two weeks later you get to do it all over again. Or, you could lose the underarm hair for good starting this winter at Beaty Facial Plastic Surgery. Underarm laser hair removal […]
If you develop bags under your eyes, regardless of if you’re tired or not, they’re one of the more annoying aspects of facial aging. In some people, there is a genetic tendency to also develop purple color in this area for a double whammy. The question is — why does this happen? This month’s blog […]
Everyone has lots of socializing to do in December. Work parties, neighborhood dinners, dining out with friends, and the ubiquitous family affairs — for many of us we have more parties this month than the entire rest of the year combined. Want to look a little younger during all of these soirees? Have Dr. Beaty […]
Tattoos are almost ubiquitous these days. But certain tattoos, usually those received on a whim or without much forethought, can lead to regret. Plus, they can become a problem at work. Or, they can be a little embarrassing. That “Steve” tattooed on your shoulder. Uh, he’s no longer your main squeeze and Jeff, your current […]
