Preventative Cosmetic Medicine

Patients always ask me what the best prevention is for facial lines and wrinkles and my reply is always the same -- Sunscreen and Botox (and now Dysport too)! Everyone knows that an SPF of 15 or higher used daily will help to prevent wrinkles as well as those nasty sun spots. Most people however don't know that Botox also helps in the prevention of lines and wrinkles because it relaxes the muscle and prevents the wrinkles from forming in the first place. When patients start Botox treatments earlier in life, think 20's and 30's, they will theoretically never develop deep lines on the face, b/c the muscle movement has been softened and in effect - has prevented the lines from developing. Botox and Dysport are amazing treatments, that really preserve the skin and soften the signs of aging. The treatment is affordable, easy and involves no downtime. As always, make sure you seek your treatments at a reputable and qualified physicians office - to ensure a safe outcome.

Are Facials Worth the Cost?

The trend in Aesthetic Medicine seems to be moving away from 'fluffy' treatments such as facials and microdermabrasion and moving towards more results oriented treatments such as medical grade Chemical Peels and Intense Pulsed Light laser treatments. Facials may make you feel relaxed and your skin may feel clean afterwards, but the jury is out as to whether these often times expensive treatments are really worthwhile? Much of a facial is cleansing, massage and possible extractions (which can lead to scarring!). Medical grade peels on the other hand gently exfoliate the top layers of dead skin and reveal fresh, new skin. They help to control excess oil production and minimize bacteria. Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) laser treatments also help to brighten the skin, reduce redness from broken facial capillaries and reduce and possibly eliminate brown spots/sun damage. Chemical Peels and IPL treatments range between $125-$300 per treatment, which is comparable to a facial - but you get more bang for your buck!

Dysport - The Latest in Anti-Aging Medications!

Finally, Botox has competition! The lastest neurotoxin to hit the market is a product called Dysport, which was just FDA approved a few months ago. Dysport works similarly to Botox helping to relax lines on the face, for a smooth, rejuvenated appearance (think all of Hollywood!!). Like Botox - Dysport typically lasts for 3-4 months, but the onset of the medication is quicker, with typical patients experiencing results only 3 days after injection!! The fantastic part of products such as Dysport and Botox is that if patients start using these medications early, it will cut down on facial wrinkling later in life. Have a wedding or important event next week? Have a Dysport treatment today and be ready to show the world a rejuvenated YOU!

Natural Looking Filler Treatments

Patients always come into the office and are interested in having a dermal filler, but are concerned about being 'over filled'. There is a fine line between giving a patient a nice, natural correction versus going overboard and ending up with a chipmunk appearance. The most critical part of having a dermal filler is the consultation process. Your provider should spend ample time with you, discussing your desires and also clearly explaining to you what the treatment plan will be. You also want to go to a clinician who is not only experienced in dermal fillers, but who also carries a variety of different products. The clinical indication for each filler product is different and experienced practices will carry a variety of products. Fillers are a great way to restore lost volume, fill in lines and plump the lips. Erase the years and fill away!
~Shay Moinuddin

Welcome to Chicago Beauty Insider!

Welcome to Chicago Beauty Insider! My name is Shay Moinuddin and I am the Practice Administrator at the Few Institute for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, located right here on Michigan Ave. I am a married mother of 2 and look forward to turning 40 in a few short months! As an aesthetics expert – and also as part of that demographic looking for anti-aging solutions myself – I am going to give you an inside look into every girl’s secret (or not-so-secret) guilty pleasure: The Cosmetic Surgery Industry!

With more and more women interested in looking their best (and even better than their best!), the time is now to share the latest trends, products and procedures with the women of Chicago and to also dispel the myths about treatments that are ineffective and possibly dangerous. With all of our lives being super hectic and often times stressful – looking good often translates into feeling good.

With the plethora of cosmetic surgery treatments available – enhancing your beauty has never been easier, if done under the right conditions and with the right healthcare providers. I am going to introduce you to a world of beauty options you may have never known existed and will cut through the hype about lasers, injectables, peels, surgery, etc., and give you the relevant information that you want – and need – to know.

Welcome to Chicago Beauty Insider!

Shay Moinuddin, RN
The Few Institute for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
www.fewinstitute.com
Tel: 312.202.0882