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Radiofrequency skin tightening, as depicted by the name, is a non-surgical technique for tightening the skin. It involves using energy waves to heat the dermis (deep) layer of the skin to help stimulate collagen production.
Collagen is a type of structural protein found in the body and is responsible for creating the framework of the skin and giving it firmness. With aging, collagen production declines leading to wrinkles and skin sagging.
In addition to skin tightening, radiofrequency treatment helps to remove damaged skin cells on the upper skin layer resulting in smoother brighter skin with minimized pores and an even skin texture with reduced pigmentation. Target areas for radiofrequency skin tightening include the face, arms, legs, and abdomen.
How Radiofrequency Works
Radiofrequency works by transferring energy to the skin where it creates tiny electrical currents that reshape and contract the skin's collagen and tighten the surface of the skin. With the radiofrequency technique, there is no cutting or repositioning of the skin as it is a non-invasive and non-surgical technique.
Radiofrequency energy penetrates both the top (epidermis) and deeper (dermis) skin layers to rejuvenate and tighten the skin without causing damage to the skin cells. This treatment is an excellent option for individuals with sensitive skin as it is quite gentle.
Benefits of Radiofrequency Skin Tightening
Stimulates blood circulation
Safe and painless treatment
Tones and lifts skin at a deeper level
Suitable for all skin types
Improves lymphatic drainage
The Procedure
RF skin tightening is done in a clinical set-up and can take about an hour to complete depending on the area being covered.
Right before the treatment begins, the treatment area is treated with an antiseptic to avoid infections and the eyes are covered with gauze pads for protection if required.
During the treatment, the heat from the RF energy focuses on the underlying tissues of the dermis, compressing and tightening them without harming the epidermis. This results in the production of new elastin and collagen.
Recovery and Results
After the treatment, the individual may experience a bit of swelling and skin sensitivity but this fades within the first 24-48 hours.
You will be advised to take certain precautions such as avoiding skin tanning, sunbathing, scratching the treated areas, or touching them for some time.
The results of tighter, smoother, younger-looking skin will start being visible in about 4 weeks.
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Would you like to understand what options are available for Radio Frequency Skin Tightening in Dubai? Meet one of our experts at Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery for a personal consultation to develop a tailor-made plan for you. Contact us or Book an appointment and our patient care coordinators will identify the most suitable expert for you.
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On average almost every woman spends hours waxing, shaving, and removing unwanted hair from different body parts on a weekly or monthly basis. Besides eating up a considerable amount of time and energy, such hair removal methods also tend to cause great pain and discomfort. Luckily, modern technology has provided us with quick and pain-free techniques to get rid of unwanted body hair. Dive into this blog to learn how laser hair treatment in Dubai can make your life easier.
What Is Laser Hair Removal Treatment?
Laser hair removal treatment uses pulses of laser light to damage the hair follicles. It involves exposing the hair to a beam of light which gets absorbed by the pigment found in the hair. But as the energy gets absorbed, it heats up the hair thus destroying the hair follicles in the process.
The laser hair removal is done with the help of a hand-held device that emits concentrated laser beams. By damaging the tube-like structures lying at the root of the hair, laser treatment inhibits hair growth.
Here are the top six benefits of getting laser hair removal treatment.
No More Ingrown Hair
An ingrown hair is a tiny hair that becomes curved as it regrows from the skin after shaving, tweezing, or waxing. Ingrown hairs form a bumpy appearance on the skin with little dark spots and may become painful as they tend to be quite hard. With laser treatment, you need not worry about such ingrown hair as laser effectively eliminates such irritations for people with sensitive skin.
Long-lasting Results
Laser hair removal treatment provides long-lasting results. Many people experience permanent hair loss after the laser sessions. You may need to get a new session done after a few months or years but for the most part, you are able to feel a significant difference in hair growth.
High Precision
Many people worry about the side effects of applying an intense beam of light on their fragile skin. However, it has been proven that laser stays quite precise in targeting coarse hair that affects your appearance. It also selectively leaves the surrounding area to avoid unintendedly damaging and harming the skin.
Speedy treatment
Laser hair treatments are known to be quick. It takes a laser a few milliseconds to target and erase a large number of hair at once. For instance, your Provider only needs to spend a minute to treat your upper lip area. In this way, you can get the session done quickly and forget about the worries of missing and fixing spots.
Painless Procedure
Some practitioners might use topical anesthetics over the target sites before the treatment to make them numb. In this way, you feel only minimal discomfort and no sharp pain. In short, the procedure is way less painful than the waxing process. However, your treated body parts may get tender and red following the treatment. But it goes away in a matter of a few days.
No Need to Regrow Hair
To make non-laser treatments work, you often need to let your body hair grow beforehand as you cannot apply the method unless your hair reaches the right length. But with laser treatment, you can shave as much as you want between the laser sessions; without worrying about growing your hair to the right size.
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If you are interested in knowing more about laser hair removal in Dubai, feel free to contact the Al Shunnar patient care team. Our coordinators will readily schedule a personal consultation session for you with one of our specialists.
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Breast Reconstruction in Dubai is a suitable option for women who have congenital deformities or who lose their natural breasts either due to mastectomy or lumpectomy.
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Microdermabrasion is a skincare rejuvenation procedure that is safe for almost everyone. It works by removing the cells from the top layer of the skin and promoting new cell regeneration more quickly than they would ordinarily. This results in an improvement in skin texture and appearance. The skin will look more toned, firmer, and more youthful.
Microdermabrasion is an effective treatment for the following skin issues:
Wrinkles
Uneven skin tone
Hyperpigmentation
Acne marks
Scarring
Large visible pores
However, as much as microdermabrasion is an effective skin rejuvenation procedure, it does not always work for everyone in the same manner. Thus it is important to have realistic expectations about this procedure.
Target areas for Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion can be used in these areas:
Face; including the forehead, cheekbones, jawlines, and neck
Abdomen and waistline
Hips
Buttocks
Upper thighs
Microdermabrasion can also be performed as a full body treatment targeting all the above and more, but avoiding areas where the skin is sensitive or thin such as the feet, hands, and ears.
The Procedure
Microdermabrasion is a Cosmetic procedure that gently exfoliates skin cells. It is performed by a skincare professional such as an esthetician or a dermatologist using a handheld device.
There are two main microdermabrasion techniques:
Diamond-tip microdermabrasion. This involves the practitioner gently moving the diamond-tip wand across the skin to exfoliate it.
Crystal microdermabrasion. With this technique, the device releases tiny exfoliating crystals across the skin, while at the same time a vacuum device suctions the crystals back into the machine along with the dead skin cells.
Both of the above microdermabrasion techniques work by loosening and removing dead skin cells revealing younger-looking cells.
During the procedure, you may experience a mild sanding or scratching sensation. Each treatment session lasts about 30-40 minutes depending on the size of the treatment area. Repeated treatment sessions may be needed to achieve the desired results.
After the procedure you should use sunscreen as your skin will be extra sensitive to the sun.
There is little to no downtime associated with microdermabrasion treatment and most individuals resume their normal activities right after the procedure.
Benefits of Microdermabrasion
Due to the deep exfoliating properties of microdermabrasion, you will notice the change in tone and texture of your skin. You may also notice the softening of superficial wrinkles and fine lines. Microdermabrasion also helps in fighting sun damage and making antiaging creams and serums more effective.
Microdermabrasion is not recommended for treating inflammatory acne, but it can improve mild acne and reduce the formation of comedones. It also helps in minimizing large pores and reducing oiliness. For some individuals, this treatment can treat hyperpigmentation or dark acne marks.
Another benefit of microdermabrasion is improving the appearance of age spots.
Limitations
There are limitations to what microdermabrasion can do and some of the things that it cannot treat include:
Deep lines and wrinkles
Deep acne scars
Keloid scars
Tighten sagging skin
Side effects of Microdermabrasion
The side effects of microdermabrasion are typically minimal and short-lived. They include:
Increased sun sensitivity
Redness
Swelling
Dry, flaky skin
To Know More
Would you like to understand what options are available for Microdermabrasion in Dubai? Meet one of our experts at Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery for a personal consultation to develop a tailor-made plan for you. Contact us or book an appointment and our patient care coordinators will identify the most suitable expert for you.
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الشيخوخة هي جزء طبيعي من الحياة والاشخاص يكبرون بطريقة ووتيرة مختلفة. إذا كان وجهك يظهر عليه علامات تقدم العمر وهذا يجعلك لا تشعر بالراحة لأنه لا يعكس ما تشعر به من الداخل، فقد يكون الوقت قد حان للتفكير في الخضوع لعملية شد الوجه لتجديد شباب الوجه.
يمكن أن تساعدك عملية شد الوجه على إعادة عقارب الساعة إلى الوراء وتحقيق مظهر أكثر شبابًا. بصرف النظر عن عمليات شد الوجه التقليدية، يمكن استخدام تقنيات شد الوجه الأخرى لعكس علامات شيخوخة الوجه. على الرغم من أن جراح التجميل الخاص بك سيرشدك إلى ما هو الأفضل لحجم وجهك ونوع بشرتك وخط الفك والرقبة الخاص بك، فمن الجيد دائمًا أن يكون لديك معرفة عملية بما يتم تطبيقه من تقنيات شد الوجه قبل استشارتك.
اعتمادًا على اهتماماتك ومخاوف وجهك، يمكن أن تساعدك إحدى تقنيات شد الوجه أدناه على تحقيق المظهر الشبابي المطلوب.
SMASإجراء شد الوجه
SMAS هو اختصار للنظام العضلي الصابوني السطحي. هي الطبقة الليفية الرقيقة التي تغطي مقدمة الوجه والرقبة، وتدعم عضلات حركة الوجه، وتعمل مع عضلة البلاتيسما في الرقبة (التي تمتد من الذقن إلى عظمة الترقوة) والتي تغطي الجزء الأمامي من الرقبة. عضلات حركة الوجه مسؤولة عن التحكم في تعابير الوجه. وبالتالي، فإن إجراء شد الوجه SMAS يعالج الجزء السفلي والمتوسط من الوجه ويركز على مناطق الشيخوخة المرتبطة بتعبيرات الوجه.
الهدف من عملية شد الوجه SMAS هو إعطاء مظهر متجدد وأكثر شبابًا لوجهك ورقبتك عن طريق شد الخدين المترهلين والجلد حول خط الفك والرقبة. يتم أيضًا إزالة الجلد الزائد وشد عضلات وأنسجة الوجه الكامنة.
يمكن أن تستمر نتائج عملية شد الوجه SMAS من 10 إلى 15 عامًا.
إجراء شد الوجه المصغر
تتضمن عملية شد الوجه المصغرة شد الجلد وتنعيمه مع إزالة الأنسجة الزائدة أيضًا، ولكن يتم ذلك من خلال شقوق غير واضحة تحت خط الشعر. يجدد الخدين والفكين ويعيد مظهر الشباب.
الهدف من عملية شد الوجه المصغرة هو تصحيح الترهل في منتصف الوجه، والفكين، والخطوط المتحركة، والذقن المزدوجة. يمكن أن تستمر النتائج ما بين 5-10 سنوات.
شد الوجه بالمنظار
هذه الجراحة لشد الوجه طفيفة التوغل وتركز على الجلد حول الخدين والعينين والجبهة. إنه خيار رائع للأفراد الذين يعانون من عيوب معتدلة ناجمة عن ارتخاء عضلات الوجه والأنسجة الدهنية في تلك المناطق.
الهدف من عملية شد الوجه بالمنظار هو تصحيح ترهل الوجه بالتركيز على الجزء العلوي من الوجه. غالبًا ما يتم دمجه مع تجديد الحاجب مع النتائج التي تدوم عادةً من 5 إلى 10 سنوات.
شد الوجه السائل
عملية شد الوجه بالسوائل هي أكثر أنواع تجديد شباب الوجه شيوعًا. إنه إجراء بسيط وفعال من حيث الوقت وغير جراحي ويتضمن استخدام الحقن مثل البوتوكس والديسبورت والريستيلان والجوفيديرم والراديس والسكلبترا التي يتم حقنها في المنطقة المستهدفة من الوجه.
وهذا الإجراء يساعد في تقليل ظهور الخطوط والتجاعيد والطيات التي على البشرة، كما يستعيد خطوط الوجه الطبيعية والمنحنية لتوفير مظهر أكثر أريحية وحيوية.
لتعزيز نتائج عملية شد الوجه، يمكن إجراؤها بالاشتراك مع إجراء شد الجفن، وجراحة الأنف، ونقل الدهون، وزراعة الوجه.
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هل ترغب في معرفة الخيارات المتاحة لشد الوجه في دبي؟ قابل أحد خبرائنا في عيادة الشنار لجراحة التجميل للحصول على استشارة شخصية لوضع خطة مصممة خصيصًا لك. اتصل بنا أو احجز موعدًا وسيقوم منسقو رعاية المرضى لدينا بتحديد أنسب خبير لك.
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Nonsurgical skin tightening treatments are cosmetic procedures that Plastic Surgeons use to tighten moderately lax skin on the face, neck, and body resulting in a more youthful appearance without the need for surgery.
With aging, the production of collagen and elastin – the proteins that help our skin to stay plump, smooth, and firm – declines. This leads to the skin sagging on the face, neck, and body. Nonsurgical skin tightening treatments can temporarily keep the aging process at bay and restore a smoother, firmer, and younger-looking appearance with little to no downtime.
Good Candidate for Non-Surgical Skin Tightening
Nonsurgical skin tightening is best suited for people who are bothered by mild to moderate skin laxity.
The ideal candidate should also be healthy with no underlying medical conditions, a nonsmoker, and have a positive outlook about the results of the treatment.
Although there are very few side effects associated with these treatments, they are not recommended for pregnant women.
Types of Non-Surgical Skin Tightening Treatments
Radiofrequency (RF) Treatments
RF treatments tighten the skin by heating it to stimulate collagen production. It focuses on the epidermal layers to achieve a smoother, firmer appearance. RF treatments can be used to reduce superficial wrinkles.
RF treatments are FDA approved to treat the body, hands, neck, and face. The treatments involve little to no discomfort and do not require downtime.
Two to six RF treatments are usually required to achieve the desired results.
Examples of RF treatments include RF microneedling and Thermage.
Ultrasound Skin Tightening
Ultrasound skin tightening treatments also heat the skin but at specific depths and locations to promote collagen production and make the skin smoother and firmer.
Ultrasound skin tightening can be used on older individuals who are looking for a mini facelift but without surgery and for younger individuals who want to maintain their skin profile while preventing the skin laxity that comes with aging.
Ultherapy is the most common type of ultrasound skin tightening treatment and it is FDA approved to treat the brow, chin, neck, and chest. This treatment helps to postpone the need for a facelift and the results are usually visible within 2-3 months and can last for up to a year.
Combining Intense Pulsed Light with RadioFrequency Treatment
IPL can be combined with RF energy to heat deeper skin layers and induce the natural skin response thereby triggering collagen production. IPL can treat a larger area of skin while RF energy can treat deeper skin layers. Combining these two treatments can be extremely effective as multiple skin concerns can be treated at the same time.
The most common combination of these treatments is the Velashape.
There is little to no discomfort involved during this treatment and the results appear gradually as the skin produces new collagen. A series of treatments are required for optimal results.
Nonsurgical skin tightening treatments are an effective and low-risk alternative to surgical treatments, it is important to deal with a licensed and experienced provider.
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Would you like to understand what options are available for Non-Surgical Skin Tightening in Dubai? Meet one of our experts at Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery for a personal consultation to develop a tailor-made plan for you. Contact us or book an appointment and our patient care coordinators will identify the most suitable expert for you.
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Breast augmentation is also known as breast enhancement. It is a Plastic Surgery procedure designed to increase the breast size using either breast implants or fat transfer.
Breast augmentation with implants involves placing the implants under the muscles or above the muscles whereas fat transfer in breast augmentation involves harvesting fat from another part of the body and injecting it into the breasts to add volume.
Some women undergo breast augmentation to rebuild their breasts after various conditions such as mastectomy or injury while others do it to feel more feminine and confident.
What Breast Augmentation can do
Breast augmentation surgery can help with the following:
Enhance the appearance of small breasts by increasing their fullness and projection
Correct asymmetry
Improve body balance between breast and hip contours
Enhance your self-confidence and self-image
However, breast augmentation cannot correct severely drooping breasts. For such a case, a breast lift may be required. A breast lift can be done on its own or combined with breast augmentation.
Good Candidate for Breast Augmentation
You can be the ideal candidate for breast augmentation surgery if you meet the following criteria:
The breasts are fully developed,
You feel like your breasts are too small, and it bothers you,
You are dissatisfied with the loss of volume and shape of your breasts following weight loss, pregnancy, or breastfeeding,
You want to achieve fuller breasts,
You have asymmetrical breasts,
One or both of your breasts has failed to develop properly or has an elongated shape,
You are not pregnant or breastfeeding,
You are physically healthy,
You have realistic expectations.
Breast Augmentation procedure
Breast augmentation surgery can be done in a surgical center or a hospital outpatient facility. The procedure does not require a hospital stay, and you can go home the same day.
During a breast augmentation procedure, your Plastic Surgeon will make an incision in either one of the following three places:
Around the nipple (periareolar)
The crease under the breast (inframammary)
Under the arm (axillary)
After making the incision, the Plastic Surgeon separates the breast tissue from the muscles and connective tissue of the chest. This creates a pocket in front or behind the pectoral muscle which is the outermost muscle of the chest wall. The Plastic Surgeon then inserts the implant into this pocket and centers it behind the nipple.
Silicone implants come pre-filled with silicone gel while saline implants are inserted empty and filled with sterile water once they are in place.
The incisions are then closed with sutures and bandaged with surgical tape or skin adhesive.
Recovery and Results
After the surgery, the breasts will be wrapped in gauze dressings and an elastic bandage or a support bra to help minimize the swelling and support the breasts as they heal.
You will experience swelling, soreness, and bruising for a few weeks after the surgery. Most women can return to work after a few weeks but strenuous activities should be avoided until you are cleared by your Plastic Surgeon. Following the post-op instructions is essential to getting your desired results.
The results are immediate and keep improving as the swelling subsides.
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