Clinical Skin Care . . .  Is there really a difference?

Frequently we are asked “Is there really a difference between salon and clinical skin care?” The answer is “Yes!”. There is nothing more relaxing and soothing than treating yourself to a salon facial. But clinical skin care is all about preventing and correcting skin problems such as sun damage, hyperpigmentation (dark spots), aging skin and acne. An aesthetician working under the supervision of a physician is able to perform aggressive treatments using methods and products not allowed to be used in a salon.

Products sold over the counter or in a salon can be sold to anyone without any screening or monitoring. Therefore, the levels of the active ingredients must be low enough to avoid the possibility of irritation. The result is a level so low that is not very effective. Clinical skin care products can use higher levels because the patient is screened, monitored and the aesthetician is supervised by the doctor. The patient has the advantage of access to the physician if he or she needs a prescription such as Retin-A or an acne medication.

Please feel free to call our office to speak to Sharon, our aesthetician, if you have any questions. We offer complimentary consultations at which she will access your skin and make recommendations.

Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery offers a variety of state-of-the-art skin care treatments and anti-aging programs. A licensed aesthetician performs medically supervised treatments that can diminish fine lines, fade discolorations and promote healthier, more youthful skin. We also have a program for treating adult acne.

We offer complimentary skin care consultations to evaluate the skin and make recommendations.
  
 
Vitalize Peel

The Vitalize Peel is a unique break-through formulation using a blend of peeling acids that provide a safe, medical peel with minimal “down time”. You may have seen this procedure featured on “Extreme Makeovers”. Even after one peel you will notice improvement in your skin’s texture and tone, lessening of fine lines, and a healthier more youthful appearance. The Vitalize Peel is safe and effective for all skin types.
 
 

Microdermabrasion Microdermabrasion is a safe, rejuvenating process using exfoliating crystals to treat maturing skin, acne, and discolorations of the skin. When used in conjunction with a clinical home maintenance program, results can be dramatic.   Acid Peels An acid peel is a non-invasive, superficial chemical peel that removes the microthin top layer of skin. This helps to accelerate the cellular turnover that dramatically slows down as we age. It can be very effective to diminish fine lines, discolorations and roughness that occur with the aging process as well as the treatment of adult acne.

Aesthetician Sharon Sellers, under the direction of Dr. Aziz.  Sharon is in charge of our skin care program. She has worked with the practice for over 16 years. Sharon's hours are Mon-Thurs 9am-5pm. After hours available upon request.

Clinical Products

We offer a line of excellent clinical skin care products for daily skin care.

Visit our plastic / cosmetic surgery office, located in Columbus, Ohio (OH).

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