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Occasionally Doctors go over board and put too much filler or the wrong type of fillers into the lips or face.

Most fillers can be safely removed.

Hyaluronic acid fillers can be removed with small injetions of Kenelog.

If kenelog doesn't work "Hyaluronidase" can be judiciously injected to remove most or all of the filler.

To avoid scarring and infections look for a board certified Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeron

Cost $500-$750

www.foreveryoung.net

www.westlakelaser.com

You can age but not look old.

In 2019 there are many non surgical options to tighten the skin.

These options include Ultherapy, Thermage CPT, Pelleve,

Please give us the opportunity to put a comprehensiveplan together for you.

Topical creams with Retinol, Trtinion, Vitamin C and a series of

non-surgical laser and light sources can make you look 10-15 years younger.

www.foreveryoung.net

323 653 7700

www.westlakelaser.com

805 497-7546

As we get older the skin loses its elasticity. Sun damage and weight fluctuations also contribute to thinning of the skin and sagging. Venus Viva nano-fractional Radiofrequency and Micro-needling is a new device that has been very effective in lifting the skin and removing fine lines and promoting Collagen synthesis. I often combine this procedure with a filler such as Sculptra for volume repletion.

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www.westlakelaser.com

323 653 7700

In nature symmetry is perceived as being Beautiful. As we age the different sides of our faces age at different rates. Sun damage takes a larger tole on the driving side. Chewing strongly on one side of the mouth changes the muscle and bone structure on that side of the mouth. Sleeping preferably on one side also causes more laxity and damage. All of these changes together with the aging process of the skin and Collagen leads to irregular sagging and asymmetry. 

Here is an example of laser and filler and non surgical face and neck lift. Please see us for a complimentary appointment www.foreveryoung.net 323 653 7700

A Surgeon with a trained eye can tighten and lift the skin and restore symmetry. This can be done with or without cutting Surgery. #foreveryoung #laser #ulthera #thermage #mixto #co2laser #wow

OK; this morning I want to talk to you about a condition called “post inflammatory hyperpigmentation” (PIH)
Our bodies are basically over 3 billion years old and have developed various mechanisms to protect themselves against the outside environment. If you have darker skin complexion you are much more likely to develop brown spots and hyperpigmentation after any kind of trauma such as acne, picking, burning, or just scratching the skin. This dark pigmentation can also occur with various lasers and Micro needling or even after sunburn, allergies, or chemical peels. The skin is simply protecting itself against the trauma by becoming darker.

 No one in Los Angels has more experience in treating Acne and Acne scarring than our teams at
www.foreveryoung.net
www.losangelesacnecenter.com
www.westlakelaser.com
We have treated thousands of patients since 1999.

We offer 32 laser and light sources and procedures including: Mixto fractional CO2 laser resurfacing, Cooltouch CT3 laser, Diolite laser, IPL Photofacial, subcision, fat grafting, punch excision, fillers, Bellafill permanent filler, chemical peels such as TCA and Jessner,  ECCLIPSE Plasma Rich Platelets, Diamond fraise Dermabrasion, Venus Viva RF Micro needling, Dermapen, Accutane and much more. Make 2019 the year you erase your acne and acne scars.

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Is Accutane still available? Is it safe? What is the difference between Absorbica, Accutane, Isotretinion, Myorisan, Amnesteen, Clavaris

I have practiced Dermatology and Cosmetic surgery since 1995. I have treated several hundred patients with Isotretinion and its generic equivalents. I can tell you without any doubt that this is one of the best and most effective medications on the market today.

Accutane is derived from Vitamin A and shrinks the sebaceous glands and pores and can significantly reduce acne. Ninety percent of my patients never have acne again. 10% need a second a rarely a third course.  Unfortunately this medication is widely misunderstood.  A very small percentage of patients can have side effects ranging from dry eyes, and dry skin to mood disorders such as depression of inflammation of the digestive tract. Most of these side effects are mild and they do resolve after stopping the medication. It breaks my hard to see a patient experiencing deep cystic and scarring acne who is afraid to even try low dose Accutane.

My advice is this: find a good dermatologist, make sure it is right for you and try a course of it.

At any given point I have between 20 and 50 patients on Accutane.

Yours,

323 653 7700

www.foreveryoung.net

www.westlakelaser.com

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Is Accutane still available? Is it safe? What is the difference between Absorbica, Accutane, Isotretinion, Myorisan, Amnesteen, Clavaris

I have practiced Dermatology and Cosmetic surgery since 1995. I have treated several hundred patients with Isotretinion and its generic equivalents. I can tell you without any doubt that this is one of the best and most effective medications on the market today.

Accutane is derived from Vitamin A and shrinks the sebaceous glands and pores and can significantly reduce acne. Ninety percent of my patients never have acne again. 10% need a second a rarely a third course.  Unfortunately this medication is widely misunderstood.  A very small percentage of patients can have side effects ranging from dry eyes, and dry skin to mood disorders such as depression of inflammation of the digestive tract. Most of these side effects are mild and they do resolve after stopping the medication. It breaks my hard to see a patient experiencing deep cystic and scarring acne who is afraid to even try low dose Accutane.

My advice is this: find a good dermatologist, make sure it is right for you and try a course of it.

At any given point I have between 20 and 50 patients on Accutane.

Yours,

323 653 7700

www.foreveryoung.net

www.westlakelaser.com

Chemical peels

I have 30 different laser and light sources but still use a variety of chemical peels at my office.

Some patients don’t respond well to lasers and have a better experience with chemical peels.

Chemical peels are generally speaking milder and more superficial than lasers.

The drawback is that here is no heat (as is the case with lasers) and not a drastic tightening.

On the other hand certain conditions such as Melasma do respond better to a series of less invasive chemical peels.

We offer:

1. Glycolic facial peels (10%, 20%, 30%, 50%, and 70%)
2. TCA peels (Tri- Chlro-Acetic Acid) 10%, 20%, 30%, 50%
3. Jessner peels
4. Phenol  Peels

Glycolic peels are mild and basically have little to no downtime.

TCA and Jessner peels are considered medium depth peels and help with fine lines, discolorations, and sun spots such as Actinic and Seberrhoic Keratosis. Phenol peels are rarely done these days. It can be toxic to the kidneys and the healing time can be several weeks.

Lasers are much more effective and safer than Penol Peels. The reason for this is that lasers have a very predictable and controlable depth of penetration.

I always ask my patients about history of cold sores. When performing a medium or deep peel the patient may need to be pre-medicated with an antiviral medication such as Acyclovir.

Chemical peels can be combined with other procedures such as laser or Ultrasound tightening and more. Finally; chemical peels can be very affordable. Glycolic peels are $150 and full face TCA peels of face, neck, chest with sedation are between $1000-$1500

Come in for a complimentary consultation to see if you are a good candidate.

Please click under procedures and Chemical peels and rteview our before and after photos.

Yours,

Dr David Rahimi

323 653 7700

One of the problems I have encountered is that inexperienced surgeons often use large cannulas to harvest fat. This, in turn, can cause large and unsightly indentations that can be very difficult to reverse.

In this case my patient saw a surgeon for fat grafting to the face. Fat was harvested from the lateral thighs and injected to the face. The facial fat was lumpy (that is a different story) but the area from which the fat was harvested become indented and saggy. Many years later she is still hesitant to put on a bathy suite or be intimate with her partner.

Two or more sessions may be needed but ultimately these defects can be fixed.

Please come in for a consultation and allow us to help you.

Yours,

Dr David R.

323 653 7700

www.foreveryoung.net

www.westlakelaser.com

There are several modalities to lift up the eyebrows. Surgical techniques work well but involve cutting, possible scarring and downtime. Non-surgical modalities such as Ultherapy and Thermacool CPT help raise up eyebrows without cutting surgery. The results look natural but only last for a year or two. Another option to elevate eyebrows without cutting surgery is Botox. Judicious placement of about 50 units of Botox in the forehead and around the eyes can elevate eyebrows several millimeters. Again; the drawback is that the results only last about 4 months.

Finally, one of my favorite ways to raise eyebrows and restore balance to the face is to inject long lasting fillers into the temple and lateral forehead area. Results are immediate and can last for several years. 

One of the sign of aging is hollowness in the temple area. This can lower eyebrows and cause a hollow or skeletonized look.  1-2 Syringes of a filler such as Radiesse, Bellafill, Juvederm Volluma or Juvederm Vollure can make a significant difference.

Please come in for a complimentary consultation. Bring photos from 5 or even 10 years ago and let’s talk about making you look younger without cutting surgery.

Yours,

Dr. David Rahimi, MD,FAAD, FAACS

323 653 7700

www.foreveryoung.net

www.westlakelaser.com

Very few treatments have a 100% satisfaction rate.

Asclera comes close to it.

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Over 50% of women in the US have leg veins that bother them.

Prolonged standing on your feet, pregnancy, genetic predisposition, obesity and more contribute to varicose veins.

Asclera can significantly reduce these unsightly telangectasias and smaller blood vessels.

Larger blood vessels that are symptomatic often need surgical intervention.

If you are hesitant to have surgery or vein stripping you may be a candidate

for the more conservative Asclera injection technique.

call us for a free consultation

cost $500-$750 per session

2-3 sessions over 3 months are needed

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Los Angeles Ca 90048

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Bellafill is an FDA approved permannet filler for deep acne scars and naso-labial folds.

I have now treated several dozen patients with this permanent filler with great results.

Dr David Rahimi