There is a recent trend in the media and in some
practitioner's offices that reflects a "no down time" policy for
almost all procedures. Many of the procedures we perform in dermatologic
surgery, especially injectable fillers, do not have down time. However, for
the removal of significant wrinkles, scarring, pigmentation or pre-cancers,
down time is necessary. Realize, if you will, that in many instances
"no down time" may mean "no results."
The physicians of Hailey, Brody, Casey & Wray, M.D., P.C.
are here to safely guide you through the maze of treatments advertised in many
publications and on the world wide web. Many of these treatments are
paramedical and quasi-cosmeceutical garbage, and are promoted by
non-physicians and non-dermatologists that refer to themselves as "skin
specialists."
Our goal is to provide you with accurate
information and positive results. We're also here to help you through any down
time with professional, informative care.
Latisse®
Latisse® is the new prescription
topical drug for eyelash growth. It creates lashes with greater length in
everyone who uses it, as well as darkening and increased thickness of lashes
in 80% of users. Patients who have lost their eyelashes due to diseases such
as alopecia areata or scarring disease may not experience success. However,
those women and men who have thinning eyelashes due to aging or thyroid
disease may be excellent candidates.
BOTOX® Cosmetic
BOTOX® Cosmetic is an effective
treatment for smoothing away frown lines. It's been FDA-approved since 2002,
but our dermatologists have been studying and using this treatment since 1994. In fact, the
doctors of Hailey, Brody, Casey and Wray, M.D., P.C., helped develop the
cosmetic use of BOTOX, and are some of the
country's leading BOTOX Cosmetic specialists. For additional information, see
our BOTOX page.
DYSPORT ™
An alternative to BOTOX® for some patients, DYSPORT™
offers comparable effectiveness and pricing. Please discuss with
our doctors to see if this is an acceptable alternative for you.
Complications may occur with either treatment.
Dermal Fillers
We practice the newest filling substances for
correction of wrinkles facial depressions due to normal aging, HIV lipoatrophy
or other causes. Injectable fat, Restylane®,
Perlane®,
Juvederm™,
Radiesse®, Collagen, and other fillers and
implantables can be combined for gratifying results. Dermal fillers can also
used under the eyes in the tear troughs for considerable improvement. The newest French techniques for
fat transfer are used as well. Also, microdroplet injectable silicone is currently
being studied, and is in the investigational
stages. Please inquire about availability
through our office. See procedures for
more information.
Acne Scarring Treatment
New Techniques to treat pitted acne scars with
chemical peeling are now being used with excellent result and
little to no down time. Silicone is also being studied in the treatment of
acne scars.
Please inquire about availability through our office.
Laser Hair
Removal
Laser Hair Removal is available.
As this technology has improved over the last
several years, so have the results! With recent advances, the procedure
is much less painful---almost painless! For more information, see procedures.
Rosacea and Facial Redness Treatments
Our practice is equipped with the latest technology in medical lasers to
improve the redness and broken blood vessels associated with Rosacea and many
skin types. There are also several medical and surgical alternatives
available. Our dermatologists will recommend treatments that are specific to
your skin's needs. See procedures for
more information.