FAQ

No, they are not harmful. However, the cause might be harmful, such as sudden weight gain.

Even though stretch marks are not harmful, they may lead to embarrassing moments and low self-esteem. Fortunately, there are treatments to help reduce or even remove them.

Patients will either have stretch marks in the inflammatory phase (early), or an atrophic phase when they are a bit older and turning white. The best treatments to help eliminate stretch marks will depend on the phase the stretch marks are in, and on the patient. Each patient is assessed individually and a treatment plan will be made accordingly. For the inflammatory phase, laser treatments are very effective and will require approximately 3-6 sessions. When the stretch marks are in the atrophic phase, there are several options and collagen techniques such as radio frequency, microneedling, or CO2 lasers.

That is a very difficult question to answer without a consultation. Many factors go into determining the cost such as which treatment or combination of treatments would be best for you, as well as the extent of stretch marks you have and how old they are. A consultation in the office will help give you a more accurate idea of the cost.

Unfortunately, there isn’t a guarantee for preventing stretch marks. But, suggestions and harmless tips are circulating in hopes that some effort will make a difference. They include controlling your weight, staying hydrated, eating vitamin enriched foods, adding zinc to your diet, and boosting your vitamin C and vitamin D levels.

While it’s hard to find differences between the two injectables (they contain the same active ingredient), there are a few you should know before choosing the right one for you. Botox and Jeuveau use the same ingredients, but the formulation differs. Jeuveau’s Hi-Pure technology takes added steps to remove dangerous proteins and to aid with absorption. This makes the product potentially safer. At the same time, safety comes down to the person administering the injectable. Both Botox and Jeuveau are excellent for wrinkles and fine lines. However, Botox has both cosmetic and medical uses. Jeuveau has only been approved (and marketed) as a cosmetic product. If you’re exploring the therapeutic benefits of Botox, speak with both your dermatologist and general practioner.

On average, a person loses between 50 and 150 hairs per day

Some causes are: genetics, fluctuating hormones, pregnancy, stress and menopause. The good news is that because this hair loss is an interruption of the normal hair cycle, it can be reversed. The key is in seeking treatment as early as possible.

This autoimmune disorder is characterized by circular bald patches that sometimes overlap. It starts when the immune system attacks hair follicles and may be the result of severe, long-term stress. Hair can grow back, however, because the follicle remains alive. While alopecia areata can strike males and females at any time, it most commonly starts before age 40.

With this condition, scar tissue forms in the skin and destroys hair follicles. One of the most common culprits includes hairstyling chemicals and heat excessively applied to the scalp. When detected at early stages, scarring alopecia can be stopped and even reversed.