Escobedo Skin Center

People often ask which filler is the best.I respond by saying all filers are the best.The two most important considerations when using a filler are the INDICATIONS and the FILLER (person injecting the product).I explain using the following analogy.If one gives ten individuals a can of paint and a brush, which one is going to produce the best results? The patient smiles as they realize the point.

I use a practical approach for sculpting the face.First I evaluate the bony structures and characteristics.Second, I calculate the degree of change for the most age appropriate rejuvenation.As one ages, a youthful face loses its triangular shape (two prominent cheek bones with a chiseled chin as the base) as it becomes more trapezoidal.In addition, bone density diminishes in the forehead, cheek bones, and chin.This is followed by fat atrophy in almost all compartments of the face resulting in skin laxity.Finally, the skin above the upper lip moves into the mouth; the cheeks collapse; and the chin moves posteriorly.

With all the changes taking place simultaneously, it is essential to return balance and symmetry to these structures.Simply injecting a syringe of Restylane into the lips or smile lines is Not going to produce the best results.Unfortunately, an individual receiving this type of injection therapy does not appear natural.

While there are a plethora of fillers on the market such as Juvederm, Perlane, Restylane, Evolence, Radiesse, Silicone, Sculptra, and Artecol, each fillers has its highest and best use.If you desire a pleasing and natural age appropriate result, I encourage you to visit a physician who understands facial cranial anatomy; the differences among each product; the proper injection depth and technique; and the various features that make a face compelling.

The filler is an important part of the treatment regimen, but the FILLER directing the treatment determines whether or not the end result is natural and elegant.

Learn about BOTOX®, Vaser® 3D LIPO, Fraxel re:PAIR®, Body by Thermage™, and much more!!!

Bring your friends to enjoy complimentary refreshments, receive free gifts, and personally meet with Dr. Michael Escobedo and his friendly staff!

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Spring is in the air, and so is the need for sunscreen!  Although it may not feel “that” hot outside, sunscreen is a must have for this season! 

Why use sunscreen? 

 UV (ultra-violet) radiation rays are composed of both UVA and UVB rays.  UVA rays, which make up 90% of UV radiation, are strongest in the early morning to afternoon and are strong enough to penetrate surface, such as windows.    UVB is strongest midday, and is usually associated with sunburn.

Over time, UV rays, especially UVA rays can greatly damage the skin.   According to Dr. Mike, the reason these UV rays affect the skin is because the ultra-violet radiation damages the natural collagen in the skin, which can result in pre-mature aging, wrinkles, and leathery skin.  UV radiation can also cause cell abnormalities which can result in hyper-pigmentation (discolored skin), broken blood vessels, and even types of skin cancers.  The use of daily sunscreen can greatly against pre-mature aging and cancer.

What sunscreen is right for me?

 “Higher SPF doesn’t mean higher protections.” –Dr. Mike.

Dr. Mike recommends an SPF of 30 for all his patients.   One of the reasons SPFs higher than 30 do not work is that they composed of an extraordinary amount of chemicals.  All these chemicals in turn, contradict their “supposed” protection, and are actually less protective of the skin.  In addition, the high amount of chemicals can greatly damage the natural composition of the skin, which can result in break outs.  Dr. Mike chooses to combat these high chemical products with organic sunscreens, which are composed of honey, cherries, peaches, and other natural ingredients.  Dr. Mike’s organic sunscreens are sold exclusively at Escobedo Skin Center.

As an esthetician, I work with Dr. Mike to create customized
treatment plans for each patient in our cosmetic dermatology clinic. In about
80% of our consultations, we recommend BOTOX as an excellent alternative to aging
prematurely. Many of our patients are thrilled to know that there is a simple
solution to stubborn forehead lines, smoker’s lines, and crow’s feet. But about
half of them grimace and say something akin to, “Oh, no, I don’t want poison
injected in my face.”

 As common
as this response is, especially in a city like

Austin

where the natural lifestyle is hip, it
still surprises and frustrates me. I feel like many individuals are lacking an
understanding BOTOX and are uneducated in the safety of the drug.

 So, let’s
get the obvious out of the way. Yes, BOTOX is derived from a species of bacteria
that can make you very sick, and, yes, there was a doctor in Florida who illegally tried to create home-made
BOTOX with terrible consequences. That is the very reason Allergan,
manufacturer of BOTOX, spends millions of dollars each year to ensure the safe
and well-controlled manufacturing of this medicine. In fact, the consumer knows
exactly who makes BOTOX and where it comes from. Can you say the same for more
commonly accepted medications? Do you know who makes the aspirin in your
cabinet, or the cough syrup in your refridgerator?   

 Additionally,
ruling BOTOX out as a viable preventative for wrinkles because it is a “poison”
or toxin is an ill-conceived way of thinking. Imagine if we thought this way of
aspirin. Aspirin reduces pain and it can prevent heart attacks by ‘thinning’ blood.
Yet this same preventative effect that saves lives, increases the risks of
bruising or of bleeding out if one were cut.

We understand that the benefits of
preventing a heart attack are worth risking a little extra bleeding with our
paper cuts or bigger boo-boos. We don’t see aspirin as a poison simply because
it alters a function of the body. That is what medications are all about, after
all. So why use this inverted way of thinking to BOTOX, especially since it is
much safer than thinning your own blood? All it does is reduce a little muscle
movement around the forehead, eyes, or mouth. Nothing like a little relaxation
to take the years away, I say!

For more perspective on how little
harm a few drops of BOTOX are, let’s talk about the actual amount of medication
used in the average treatment. One unit
of BOTOX is similar to one small drop of water in volume. One unit of BOTOX is
diluted by saline water at a ratio usually of 3 to 1 or 5 to 1. Of those 30
drops, only about 10 of them at the strongest dilution rate are the actually
medication. 10 drops! That’s 1/3 the alcohol found in a 4 oz glass of wine!

BOTOX has been used for decades to
help people, both cosmetically and medically. Its applications have helped
thousands of people with neuromuscular problems since the 1980s. It can reduce
migraines, excessive perspiration, facial twitches, and muscle spasms. It is an effective, safe, and affordable
choice for reducing wrinkles, softening expression lines, and maintaining a
younger look.

Educate yourself and give it a
shot! All you’ve got to lose is your wrinkles!

 This
year more and more individuals are absolutely excited about the body contouring
devices hitting the market. After months
of researching smart and laser lipo devices, I elected to introduce a
revolutionary procedure to my clients. Vaser just happens to be one of my favorites and I am absolutely excited
to offer the all NEW Vaser Liposelect procedure. 

Vaser Liposelect works by
selectively melting fat with ultrasound technology. Unlike power assisted traditional liposuction
such as Smart Lipo, Laser Lipo, Cool Lipo, or any other device for that matter,
Vaser Liposelect targets fat cells NOT blood vessels or the connective
tissues. It’s quite simple; fat cells
resemble inflated water balloons. When
the ultrasound wave from Vaser Liposelect comes in contact with that balloon,
it ruptures. Since ultrasound is very
specific, it will not disrupt blood vessels or the connective tissue. This is important in reducing bruising, pain,
swelling, and uneven results.

Other technologies disrupt the
integrity of the connective tissue leading to skin laxity; tear or cauterize
blood vessels leading to bruising and improper fluid accumulation under the
skin; and may produce uneven results by failing to evenly remove fat tissue. All this is minimized with the New Vaser
Liposelect.

How does it work? A tiny infusion cannula is inserted into the
skin for the introduction of tumescent fluid containing numbing
medication. Next, the vaser liposelect
cannula is introduced to emulsify fat. Finally, an aspiration cannula gently eliminates all fat and remaining
fluid. Clients are fitted with a
compression garment that shall be worn daily for seven days then nightly for
several weeks. Patients will generally
experience very little swelling, bruising, or discomfort post procedure.

Vaser targets two specific
demographics. The first are those
seeking to improve body contouring. Such
individuals have unwanted fatty deposits of the neck; arms; bra strap;
upper/lower abdomen; pubic region; flanks; saddlebags; inner thighs; and
knees. The second are those seeking high
definition body sculpting. We are known
as the gym jocks and bunnies that train to achieve the most defined physique
possible. My intrigue with Vaser
Liposelect is the ability to selectively chisel away fat while using it to
create enhanced muscle definition. You
cannot do this with any other technology on the market.

In summary, the following are
areas that I can treat using the New Vaser Liposelect:

 Neck

 Arms

 Bra
strap region

 Upper/lower
abdomen

 Flanks

 Public
Region

 Inner
Thighs

 Knees

 Saddle
Bags

 Back

 Buffalo
Humps (HIV Patients)

For a limited time, we are
offering two additional areas of Vaser Liposelect at no charge with the
purchase of one area. It is a great time
to take advantage of such an offer because it will not last for long. Call the office today and mention you read my
blog. Isn’t it time you discovered your
best physique?

Feel free to call me at 512 347
9794 or send me an email with your questions at drmike@EscobedoSkinCenter.com. Until next time, enjoy life and live
abundantly.

Visit www.EscobedoSkinCenter.com or call 512.347.9794 for information on non-invasive cosmetic procedures such as botox, juvederm, photofacials, thermage, skin tightening, and more.

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