http://sandelcenter.com Facial Plastic Surgery Blog about Maryland cosmetic surgery, facelifts, rhinoplasty or nose surgery, eyelids surgery, and skin cancer. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:58:30 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Pam Zagula, LE, LPN Between the ages of 15 and 25 years, healthy skin renews itself about every 21 days.  As we age the rate of cell turnover declines significantly.  Removing dead skin cells naturally stimulates collagen and accelerates cell renewal.  Regular exfoliation improves the skin’s ability to absorb water, serum, ... http://sandelcenter.com/why-exfolite/ BOTOX, Dysport and Injectable Fillers are becoming more popular these days!  As explained in a recent article in The Capital newspaper featuring Dr. Sandel, the economy is pushing many patients towards less costly and less invasive procedures.  These treatments, although temporary, can really help improve your appearance before you decide to ... http://sandelcenter.com/injectable-fillers-what-is-the-difference/ Pam Zagula, LE, LPN Have you ever stopped to think about the products you are applying to your face, neck and chest? Are you curious about the active ingredients?  What are they and why are they so special?  There are so many products on the market - it's mind-boggling.  Even for ... http://sandelcenter.com/kindly-erase-the-appearance-of-winkles/ Pam Zagula, LE, LPN I have learned so many remarkable things from the incredible women that come to me for my expertise. They share their life experiences with me and I am so grateful for their trust. I am going to share with you why I incorporate dermaplaning into my health ... http://sandelcenter.com/dermaplaning/ Look out BOTOX®!  Your competition for wrinkle reduction in the United States has finally arrived.  After years of clinical trials in the U.S. and many more years of clinical use and experience overseas, Dysport® has recently received FDA approval.  For the past 7 years, BOTOX® (botulinum toxin type A, Allergan, Inc.) ... http://sandelcenter.com/new-competition-for-botox%c2%ae/ Are you one of the many people who would like to make a change in the appearance of your nose?   Perhaps you are happy with your appearance but would like to be able to breathe better?  Both of these aspects of the nose can be addressed with a relatively simple procedure ... http://sandelcenter.com/rhinoplasty-and-nasal-breathing-disorders/ by Pam Zagula, LE, LPN (Advanced Medical Aesthetics) The cold winter weather is here. It won’t be long before low humidity, cool temperatures, wind, and indoor heat take its toll and cause the skin to become dry, chapped, and flaky, which will cause the skin to look pale and dull, accentuating ... http://sandelcenter.com/winter-weather-skincare/ Traditional Laser Treatments Lasers have been used for rejuvenating the skin for many years. Traditional treatments have included chemical peels and carbon dioxide lasers (CO2). These treatments are excellent in providing dramatic results with one treatment session. Patients who are selected appropriately with regard to their skin types can benefit from ... http://sandelcenter.com/the-face-of-health-series-laser-skin-rejuvenation/ Are the eyes really the windows to the soul?  They most certainly reveal your emotions, state of mind, and quite possibly even your overall health.  Ask yourself:  “What is the first thing I notice when looking at someone?”  Overwhelmingly, when we meet or approach someone, our eyes are drawn to ... http://sandelcenter.com/the-face-of-health-series-eyelid-rejuvenation/ Henry D Sandel IV, MD As people age their skin can sustain damage from years of sun exposure.  It is almost impossible to avoid sun on your face or use sun block every time you step outside.  It is even more difficult for people who love the outdoors and thrive in ... http://sandelcenter.com/facing-sun-damage-and-skin-cancer/