Hand Vein Treatment for Unsightly Veins
When you think of varicose veins, your legs are probably the first thing that comes to mind. You may opt for pants or long skirts to cover up those bulging purple veins in your legs. But what happens when you have ugly veins in your hands? These veins make your hands look unattractive and may make […]
Belotero® : Different Formulations for Different Needs
One of the best things in life is having options. And when it comes to fighting the signs of aging in our skin, we have plenty of options from which to choose. Plenty of injectables and cosmetic fillers are available to fill in wrinkles and creases and help skin look plumper, firmer and smoother. And […]
The Science Behind Juvederm Treatment
Juvederm is one of the most versatile medical products in the world of noninvasive cosmetic enhancement. It has been FDA-approved since 2006 for the alleviation and removal of nasolabial folds (the “smile lines” that tend to appear between the nose and mouth corners of people “of a certain age”). Effective off-label uses of Juvederm include […]
An Experienced Vein Doctor Can Help Eliminate Vein Problems
Many individuals suffer from vein problems that make summer a time of self-consciousness and embarrassment. Varicose veins are large, raised twisted blood vessels that often appear in the legs and show a blue or purple-ish color on the surface of the skin. They are caused by the backup of blood within the veins and can […]
Cosmetologist vs. Aesthetic Surgeon
The healthcare communication experts at Pharma Leaders want to eliminate any confusion among the general public when it comes to the art of cosmetology and the science of cosmetic surgery. As Pharma Leaders contributor Pallavi Deshpande puts it, “there’s a world of difference between a general cosmetologist and a medical cosmetologist.” In short, medical cosmetologists, […]
How Venous Doppler Ultrasound Works
One of the exams most helpful to a vein specialist is venous Doppler ultrasound. Vascular surgeons and other vein doctors often use it to rule out certain conditions, to better visualize varicose veins, and to determine the nature of a patient’s vein disease. Why Vein Doctors Use Venous Doppler A Doppler ultrasound exam assesses how […]
How a Vein Doctor Uses a CT Angiogram
One test a vein doctor uses to evaluate the condition of blood vessels is a computed tomography angiogram, or CT angiogram. Understanding how a physician uses this exam can help reduce stress for patients scheduled for the procedure. How This Technology Works CT angiography combines CT scan technology with contrast media to visualize blood vessels […]