Dr Joseph Yang, why do I have wrinkles?
An ever-common question.
According to Uitto J: Understanding why our skin ages. Found in New England J of Medicine 337:1463. 1997. It has been firmly established that the sun is a major contributing cause ( photo damage/solar damage)
Today with our ever scientific research, we have managed to ameliorate this relentless process.
Recommended Treatment Plan
Steps to tackle wrinkles –
- Have good skincare regime – use a lot of moisturizers
- Consider getting Botox or MICRO B by Dr Joseph Yang
- The current gold standard face laser Picosure is excellent for treating wrinkles and even at prevention stage
- Face fillers – using hyaluronic acid to plump up the face .Almost instant results
When will you see results?
Results can be seen and felt in 2-3 weeks time .
Wrinkles seem to have faded or lightened.
Important is to start taking care early rather than wait -by then ,more costs is involved
Procedures like Botox and MICRO D costs $300 onwards
Procedures like face laser Picosure will cost $400 onwards
Procedures like Face Fillers will start from $1100 onwards
It is advisable to have maintenance program
DO NOTE: wrinkles may take 2 t0 6 weeks for good results.
You may need additional modalities of therapy.
Note: Recurrences do occur.
Side effects: Dryness of skin, lips, eyes and nose can occur. Do inform your doctor if this occurs.
In some patients, wrinkles may worsen temporarily with the initiation of treatment.
Disclaimer: result does vary.
DO consult your doctor early.