Cigarette smoking nearly guarantees that you will look old and unhealthy before your time on the outside, as well as on the inside. Smoking is a confirmed cause of premature facial wrinkles, according to Mayo Clinic. Tobacco smoke contains more than 400 chemicals! Exposure to these chemicals decreases the body’s collagen and elastin levels, the fibers that allow skin to stay firm and pliable. Less skin elasticity results in more...
Even though these cosmetic procedures have been around for quite some time, some people still have qualms about their safety and potential side effects. A new study, the results of which were published Nov. 5 in “JAMA Dermatology,” is looking to assuage any concerns that may still exist about these procedures, which are offered and routinely performed at Your Laser Skin Care. According to the new study, fillers, Botox and...
Botox is a well-known drug used to treat fine lines and wrinkles as well as certain muscular conditions and severe underarm sweating with great success. OnabotulinumtoxinA (OBA) injections help to paralyze certain muscles or block nerves temporarily. As it relates to wrinkle treatment, Botox improves skin’s overall appearance by affecting facial nerves and relaxing muscles. According to a new study published in May in the Journal of Psychiatric Research, Botox...
Your Laser Skin Care sees hundreds of patients seeking Botox treatments for their fine lines and wrinkles. It’s clear to us that Botox is no longer considered a facial aesthetic service for women. “Brotox” isn’t a term that’s needed for males to feel better about receiving injections.At Your Laser Skin Care, women outnumber men 2 to 1, but their numbers are increasing. Since the Recession, more men have taken advantage...
New research suggests that it just may. Scientists studying the vagus nerve, or the nerve connecting the digestive system with the brain, found that applying Botox to stomach cancer can slow tumor growth and make tumors more amenable to chemotherapy. Cutting the nerve also has the same effect, according to a study published in Science Translational Medicine. Botox is a well-known product that helps restore a more youthful appearance by...
With summer in full-swelter and high temperatures affecting many across the U.S., perspiration, and how to keep it in check, has hit almost everyone’s radar this year. It’s a natural problem usually remedied by mindful attire and dutiful deodorant usage. Sometimes, especially with exercise or outdoor excursions under the scorching sun, perspiring is normal, preferable and unavoidable. But for some, hyperhidrosis, or abnormal levels of sweating beyond what is normally...
The Benefits of Botox
Posted on June 16, 2014 by Dr Elenora Fedoneko
Botox is used for a wide array of purposes, but most commonly Botox is used to help patients feel younger as they age. Knowing exactly how Botox works and the many uses of Botox can be very helpful to patients interested in the treatment process.Botox is a natural, purified protein neurotoxin that is injected into a wrinkle to remove fine lines. This wrinkle treatment is safe, fast, and effective. Botox has...
Traditionally, Botox is thought of as a way to reverse the aging process by removing unwanted wrinkles. Botox has been widely discussed as a medical treatment for migraines, asthma, and depression before. Recent studies have shown that Botox can actually treat bladder disorders too. In a recent study done in Taiwan, Botox significantly reduced urinary frequency and urgency. In another study, conducted by the University of Kansas, researchers found that...
Botox for Men
Posted on May 8, 2014 by Dr Elenora Fedoneko
Botox has always been a popular treatment among women. Recently, there has also been a growth in popularity of Botox treatment for men. In fact, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there has been a 248% increase in the number of men receiving Botox treatment between 2000 and 2010. In 2012, Botox was the most popular cosmetic procedure in the United States, with 4,125,179 injections performed, 10.5 percent...
Botox is a popular, FDA approved treatment most commonly used to fade away wrinkles, frown lines and crow’s feet. Botox works by injecting a purified protein into the wrinkle, which will then paralyze the muscle causing it to stop contracting for about four months. It is minimally invasive, has no downtime and is a relatively fast treatment method. What many people do not know, is that Botox can treat more...
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Meet Dr. Fedonenko
Dr. Fedonenko is a member of the American College of Physicians and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine.
She completed her Residency at the University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1998 and has since specialized in Cosmetic Dermatology.
She obtained additional training in aesthetic medicine procedures soon thereafter, and the results of her extensive training and experience show in each and every patient’s face. She’s a doctor that can truly been trusted with your skin care and anti-aging needs.
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