Skin treatments can certainly be affordable and preventative in the long term. It’s all about investing time and money early on to maintain good skin health, hydration, and protection from environmental factors such as the sun. This can help slow down the ageing process and prevent the need for more invasive and expensive treatments in the future. However, the cost of specific treatments can vary depending on the individual’s needs and goals.
Dr Sonia’s top skin tips
Dr Sonia recommends using a daily SPF, exfoliating regularly, and incorporating a vitamin C serum into your routine. Additionally, staying hydrated and eating a healthy diet can also contribute to achieving beautiful, glowing skin for the summer season. There are many options available for people looking to improve the health and appearance of their skin. It is important to consult with a medical professional or skincare professional to determine which treatments are right for you based on your individual concerns and skin type.
Obagi Skincare, a medical-grade skincare regime and new treatment called Exosomes can help with pigmentation and overall skin rejuvenation, whilst Morpheus8 uses radiofrequency energy to tighten and smooth the skin. Consistent at-home skincare routines can also contribute to a glowing, youthful complexion.
Why are skin rejuvenation treatments being offered in a dental practice?
As we age, our skin undergoes various changes that can leave it looking dull, tired, and lacklustre. Sun exposure, environmental pollutants, and genetic factors can all contribute to premature ageing of the skin, causing fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots to develop. Fortunately, there are several skin rejuvenation treatments available to help restore a youthful, healthy glow to the skin
Skin rejuvenation treatments are more commonly being offered at a dental practice because dentists are trained and experienced in administering injections within the head and neck area, which is where these treatments are being administered. Additionally, dentists are well-versed in the anatomy and structure of the face and neck, including the vessels with veins and arteries. For example, when assessing the cosmetic aspect of teeth, dentists evaluate the ideal ratio between teeth and gums and the lips, and some patients may have a “gummy smile” where they show more gum when they smile. Rather than resorting to a surgical intervention to trim back the gum, facial aesthetic treatments can be offered to weaken the muscle that causes the top lip to show excessive gum, which is achieved by injecting a toxin such as Botox into the top of the lips to weaken the muscle to bring it down. This approach is both more cost-effective and less invasive than surgical options.
The non-surgical facelift
 One of the most popular skin rejuvenation treatments available at Westbourne Grove Dental is Morpheus8. This non-invasive procedure combines radiofrequency and micro-needling technologies to help reduce the signs of ageing and improve skin texture and tone. Morpheus8 works by heating the deeper layers of the skin to stimulate collagen production, which helps to plump and tighten the skin. The microneedles also create tiny channels in the skin, helping to increase the absorption of topical treatments such as serums and moisturisers. Morpheus8 with exosomes treatment combined can accelerate the skin rejuvenation process and recommended treatments to have conjunction with each other.
Morpheus8 has multiple uses and can be employed to treat nasolabial folds, jowling, wrinkles and lines, a loss of facial fat volume in the midface, ageing in the neck, acne, and acne scarring, and so many other cosmetic concerns all over the face and the body. It is referred to the non-surgical facelift.
This treatment is particularly popular with Hollywood stars like the Kardashian family and Eva Longoria is the brand ambassador.
The non-surgical facelift balances the face. It can also apply to other parts of the body, for example, to treat stretch marks, and pigmentation, to treat cellulite.
Another emerging skin rejuvenation treatment is exosome therapy. Exosomes are tiny, naturally occurring particles that are found in almost every cell in the body. They play a crucial role in cell-to-cell communication, and recent research indicates that they help promote skin rejuvenation. During an exosomes treatment, exosomes are harvested from stem cells and then injected into the skin. The exosomes are thought to act as signalling molecules, stimulating cellular growth and repair to improve skin elasticity and texture.
Skin boosters are another effective way to achieve a radiant, glowing complexion. These treatments involve injecting small amounts of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the body, into the skin. Hyaluronic acid helps to hydrate and plump the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Skin boosters can be used to treat a range of skin concerns, including acne scarring, sun damage, and dry, dull skin.
One of the benefits of skin rejuvenation treatments is that they can be tailored to everyone’s unique skin concerns. Whether you are looking to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles or improve the texture and tone of your skin, there is likely a treatment that can help.
It’s important to consult with a trusted skincare professional to determine which skin rejuvenation treatment is right for you. They will be able to assess the condition of your skin and recommend a personalized treatment plan based on your individual needs and goals.
Dr Sonia Ali is the Director and Principal Dentist of Westbourne Grove Dental and has built her reputation by word-of-mouth thanks to her ability to achieve natural-looking results through minimally invasive dental and facial treatments. She and her lovely team of handpicked superstars live by one central ethos: “We’re not happy unless our patients are happy!”
Westbourne Grove Dental • 18 Chepstow Corner • Pembridge Villas • W2 4XE • 020 7229 1730
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