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Laser & Peels

Posted December 31, 2014 in Laser, Peels

Lasers and chemical peels return a smoother, softer, more evenly-toned appearance to the skin by removing its damaged outer layers. Laser technology can be used to soften the appearance of fine lines, brown spots, facial spider veins, surgical scars, and birthmarks. In addition, certain lasers can tighten sagging skin and stimulate collagen production to increase […]

Collagen

Posted December 31, 2014 in Collagen, Injectables

Collagen is one of the main structural components of the skin, providing it with the strength and elasticity that causes it to appear supple and firm. As the body ages, its collagen quality and production begin to degrade, leading to the signs of aging such as wrinkles and sagging skin. The cosmetic injectables Scultpra® Aesthetic […]

Sculptra® Aesthetic

Posted December 31, 2014 in Injectables

Sculptra®Aesthetic is a new facial injectable treatment that restores volume to the face by replacing collagen that is lost during the aging process. Collagen, a key element that provides the face with volume and shape, begins to break down at about age 30. As a result wrinkles and lines begin to appear and the face […]

Airports

Posted December 31, 2014 in Airport, Travel

Two major commercial airports serve the Houston area: George Bush Intercontinental Airport, located 23 miles north of downtown, and William P. Hobby Airport, which is located approximately seven miles from Houston’s central business district. For more information about flights, maps and directions, and rental cars, visit, http://www.fly2houston.com. George Bush Intercontinental Airport As Houston’s largest airport, George […]

Patient Stories

Posted December 31, 2014 in Body Contouring

A Nurse’s Review of Dr. Patronella & Staff Despite losing 25 pounds, Theresa, a nurse, was frustrated that healthy eating and exercise didn’t produce the more sculpted body appearance she desired. After undergoing a combination of tummy tuck and body lift surgery with Dr. Patronella, Teresa says, “I feel like my old self when I […]