Allure Medical Blog

Memory Gel Breast Implant Demonstration

Allure — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:15:33 +0000

This video demonstrates the properties of cohesive gel used in modern silicone breast implants. Read more about breast augmentation here.

3d Cosmetic Surgery Simulator

Allure — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:11:40 +0000

Have you wondered what you would look like if you had a cosmetic surgery procedure? The Vectra camera from Canfield Imaging allows you to see into the future, after a rhinoplasty for example. Allure Medical Spa was the first in Michigan to offer the Vectra 3d simulation camera and the reviews have been outstanding.

Xeomin is a Botox alternative and is coming to Michigan!

Allure — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:56:14 +0000

Xeomin is another form of botulinum toxin type A, like Botox and Dysport. It is manufactured by Merz and will be available in the U.S. for cosmetic use. It is commonly used to treat the frown lines between the eyebrows that are seen as vertical wrinkles.

It works in the same way as Botox, but it doesn't require refrigeration and it doesn't contain any additives. After treatment, the benefits are usually seen in about a week and can last for 3-6 months. It tends to last longer after multiple treatments. Xeomin is performed in a doctor's office within minutes.

Natural filler uses your own skin cells

Allure — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 19:23:36 +0000

LaViv is a new facial filler that uses a small amount of your own skin cells to grow a natural filler material in a laboratory. The substance grown from your own cells is then injected to reduce wrinkles in the skin. It has been reported to last approximately 6 months. The main feature of LaViv is the manner in which it is created from your own body, reducing any chance of an adverse reaction.

RealSelf describes the filler on their site, with a reference to one of Dr. Kotlus' patients who underwent Perlane treatment for nasolabial and marionette lines: http://www.realself.com/blog/laviv-own-skin-repair-wrinkles

New Eyelift Center Web Site

Allure — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 17:22:21 +0000

Have you seen the new website for EyeLiftCenter.com? It's a comprehensive resource for people interested in cosmetic eyelid surgery. The site has been reorganized for ease of use, with special sections on Frequently Asked Questions, upper and lower eyelid solutions, and videos with an example of a real patient experience with Dr. Kotlus. The before and after gallery demonstrates the results that can be acheived after blepharoplasty. You can see for yourself at www.eyeliftcenter.com !

Dr. Mok explains high-intensity interval training for weight loss

Allure — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:26:32 +0000

Dr. Charles Mok recently presented his reasearch on high-intensity interval training (HIIT) for weight loss at the 2011 American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery Fall Meeting. In this video, he explains the science behind this fitness trend.

Boost Your Beauty app featured on NBC news

Allure — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:46:23 +0000

View more videos at: http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com.

Free Allure Medical Spa iPhone app reviews cosmetic procedures

Allure — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:57:50 +0000

You can now download a free iPhone app from Allure Medical Spa on iTunes by clicking here or searching Allure Medical Spa on the App Store. This groundbreaking app will educate you on cosmetic enhancements with instructional slideshows on various topics, before and after photos, and a special tool that allows you to upload your own photo and see what you might look like after a procedure! Best of all, it's free!

Is it possible to lose 7 inches in one week with diet changes and the Zerona® laser?

Allure — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 13:34:27 +0000

Zerona^® is a cold laser (meaning it doesn’t emit heat) to cause little openings in fat cells. Scientists have proven that when tissues are exposed to this laser for several minutes, fat cell walls actually become leaky.

Without dieting, Zerona^® can cause modest size reduction. When the laser is used 3 times a week for 2 weeks, without diet or exercise change; the average person can lose an inch off the waist, an inch of the hips and nearly an inch off each thigh (so an accumulative 3.5” total). ^1,2,3

This treatment can be more effective if you go into a negative calorie balance, (eating fewer calories and healthier food choices).

Here is what we did at Allure: One male and one female were placed on a diet consisting of low fats and no refined or simple sugars, while eating lean protein, vegetables and fiber filled foods which actually burn up to 30% of the energy they contain to digest. They did not reduce portion size, count calories or change any exercise pattern.

The man had his abdomen treated 6 times in two weeks. His weight was down over 16 lbs., and he lost 5 inches around his upper abdomen and 4 inches around his lower abdomen.

The woman lost 8 lbs in two weeks. (women have a lower metabolism, and generally don’t have the same results) and lost 9 1/2” total between the waist, hips and thighs.

1: Low-level laser assisted lipoplasty appearance of fat demonstrated on MRI on abdominal tissue. Am Journal of Cosmetic Surgery. Vol 18, No3. 2001. pp131-140

2: Low-level laser assisted.. Am Journal of Cosmetic Surgery. Vol 21, No 4. 2004. pp191-199

3: Low-level laser therapy as an Non Invasive approach for body contouring. A randomized, controlled study. Lasers in Surgery and Medicine. 41:799-809 (2009).

New laser treatment for axillary hyperhidrosis

Allure — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 13:10:20 +0000

Excess armpit sweating (axillary hyperhidrosis) is a condition that can interfere with daily living and social interactions. In the past, treatments have included invasive thoracic surgery or painful Botox injections. There is a new treatment that uses a laser to heat the sweat glands found inside the skin. This laser treatment can provide relief for many who suffer from this condition.

A recent description of the laser armpit sweating treatment was published by Dr. Brett Kotlus in the Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, linked here. The treatment is done under local anesthesia and takes approximately 30 minutes.