GVLC : Cosmetic Services

Sometimes it happens gradually. Other times it’s sudden. But eventually you may look in the mirror and see a reflection that looks older than you feel.

Turning back the hands of time doesn’t have to be expensive, disruptive, or painful. We offer a range of affordable, in-office skin treatment options and products that can address a variety of concerns. These can include:

Fine lines and wrinkles
Skin discoloration and blemishes
Frown lines
Forehead lines
Crow’s feet
Horizontal neck lines
Sun damage
Age spots
Acne scars
Smoker’s lines

Today you have more choices than ever for enhancing the appearance of your skin. Some treatments can be completed within minutes, and results are seen over several appointments. Others offer dramatic results and may involve anesthesia and post-operative care. We will work closely with you to determine the most appropriate treatments for your individual needs and lifestyle. Here is a brief overview of some of the treatments we offer.

Botox (Botulinum) Injections

Botulinum injections are used to decrease lines caused by facial expressions, including frown lines, forehead lines, crow’s feet, and glabella lines. Botulinum is carefully injected into facial muscles to relax the muscles that cause these lines. Dramatic improvement can be seen from several hours to one week following the injections, with results typically lasting three to six months.

Collagen Replacement Therapy

This treatment smoothes facial lines that are caused by sun damage and the effects of aging. The treatments supplement the natural collagen under the skin by placing collagen implants into the skin. A maintenance schedule of treatments is intended to provide an immediate, visible difference to the appearance of your skin and its contours.

Restylane-L & Perlane-L

Restylane-L and Perlane-L are both composed of hyaluronic acid (HA). They work by adding volume and fullness to the skin, thereby smoothing wrinkles. Perlane has bigger gel particles than Restylane, and therefore is designed for deeper injection. Typically, these products last about six months.

Juvéderm Ultra XC

As you age, your skin changes. It reduces production of a naturally hydrating substance called hyaluronic acid (HA). Over time, the loss of HA in your skin results in facial wrinkles and folds. Juvederm injectable gel replaces the HA your skin has lost, bringing back its volume and smoothing away facial lines and wrinkles. Juvederm is indicated for correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds. It is FDA approved to last up to one year.

Radiesse

Radiesse wrinkle filler is a safe and convenient way to immediately correct facial wrinkles. Radiesse is composed of calcium-based microspheres suspended in a water-based gel. When injected, Radiesse stimulates your body to produce new collagen, gives you a natural and more youthful look immediately, and is long lasting. Radiesse has been shown to last up to a year or more.

Sculptra Aesthetic

Introducing Sculptra® Aesthetic (injectable poly-L-lactic acid). Not an overnight miracle. Long lasting. Not a quick fix. The first facial injectable that gives you subtle results over time. Replacing lost collagen. Giving you a more natural-looking appearance, without giving you away. A full treatment of Sculptra Aesthetic, an average of 3 injection sessions over a few months, can last up to 2 years. Individual results and treatment sessions may vary. So you have more time to see how sensational subtle can be. Welcome to the new age of anti-age.

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Silikon

These products are considered permanent fillers because they are unable to be broken down by the body. This type of filler should be considered when looking for a more permanent result after a successful experience with the temporary fillers. Silikon is given in multiple small treatments to reduce the risk for overcorrection, which can be a problem with permanent fillers. Your browser may not support display of this image.

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