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Learn About Laser Resurfacing for Acne Scars

As if enduring the confidence-draining effects of acne isn't hard enough, many acne sufferers are left with scarring, leaving them feeling as though the dream of smooth, healthy-looking skin will never be a reality for them.
Nov 24th, 2019

The Benefits Our Resurfacing Laser Can Have For Your Skin

Skin resurfacing is a procedure that uses the Lumenis Resurfx and Acupulse lasers to treat skin, which can help you look and feel younger and healthier. This is one of the many cosmetic services that Essence Medispa offers.
Nov 15th, 2019

STRETCH MARK TREATMENT WITH THE RESURFX LASER

You insist on wearing sleeves in the summer when you would rather be sleeveless. You may have preferred the bikini, but settled on the tank and boy shorts. Maybe you won’t even wear shorts at all. You try to tell yourself it doesn’t matter.
Apr 7th, 2019

SKIN MOLES IN HIGHLAND

Moles are nothing to be alarmed about. They naturally occur when skin cells grow in a cluster instead of being spread out.
Apr 7th, 2019

BOTOX, TMJ AND TEETH GRINDING

TMJ patients  manage their pain with Botox injections which are directed into the chewing  muscles to relax these muscles.
Aug 22nd, 2018

ACNE SCARS IN HIGHLAND AND NEW PALTZ

Acne is something many people can’t control or get rid of and then are left with scars for years to come, even after their acne clears up.
Apr 28th, 2018

STRETCH MARKS, HIGHLAND, POUGHKEEPSIE

Laser resurfacing is more than just a cosmetic treatment. It can treat a wide variety of permanent skin conditions and scars, including old acne scars, stretch marks, and scars from surgeries and accidents.
Apr 11th, 2018

STRETCH MARKS AND ACNE SCARS IN POUGHKEEPSIE

You don’t have to live with stretch marks if you don’t want to. If the expense or downtime associated with traditional stretch mark removal procedures like surgery has made you hesitate, there are more options.
Mar 1st, 2018

FEM TOUCH VAGINAL LASER REJUVENATION

Though we make it look easy, being a woman is not always rainbows and sunshine. The female body will endure many changes in a lifetime; not all of them will be pleasant.
Jan 24th, 2018

CHEMICAL PEELS

A chemical peel is one of the easiest methods to transform the appearance and texture of your skin in Highland and Poughkeepsie.
Dec 30th, 2017

CHEMICAL PEEL HIGHLAND

Did you know FirstCare Medical Center where you trust your primary care and urgent care needs also has a Medispa for your cosmetic dermatology needs?
Nov 16th, 2017

MICRODERMABRASION

Have you considered microdermabrasion but aren’t sure exactly what it is or if it is right for you?
Sep 14th, 2017

ACNE SCARS LASER RESURFACING

If you have acne scars, you may want to consider laser skin resurfacing as a way to get rid of them. Laser skin resurfacing reduces acne scars on the surface of the skin by breaking down the molecular bonds of the damaged skin cells in the acne scars.
Jul 17th, 2017

LASER HAIR REMOVAL FOR SUMMER

Spring is in bloom and summer is just around the corner. And summer means beach/pool season for many. Unwanted hair tends to be less of a problem in the winter when you won’t be seen in a bathing suit very often.
May 2nd, 2017

SKIN RESURFACING WITH RESURFX BY LUMENIS

The Benefits Our Resurfacing Laser Can Have For Your Skin. Skin resurfacing is a procedure that uses the Lumenis Resurfx laser to tighten skin, remove scars, blemishes, large pores and more,  which can help you look and feel younger and healthier.
Mar 24th, 2017

LASER HAIR REMOVAL IN HIGHLAND

At FirstCare medical Center we have an urgent medical care center, a holistic family practice, physical therapy, plastic surgery and a cosmetic dermatology clinic.
Jan 11th, 2017

SKIN TAGS AND SKIN GROWTHS

Sooner or later almost everyone notices they have a small painless growth of skin, called a skin tag. Fortunately, skin tags are harmless, although if the growths are extensive enough, some people feel they detract from their appearance.
Aug 13th, 2016

SKIN TAG REMOVAL IN HIGHLAND, POUGHKEEPSIE, DERMATOLOGY

Interesting Facts About Skin Tags Skin tags have been used in reconstructive surgery of the ear and nose. One person can have from one to over 100 skin tags on their body. Removing a skin tag does not stimulate more to grow.
Nov 25th, 2015

ACNE TREATMENT IN HIGHLAND AND NEW PALTZ

Physicians Can Help Cure Acne Acne is a frustrating problem for many people. It afflicts teenagers, and it is also very common in adults, particularly adult women.
Mar 13th, 2015

TREATING AGE SPOTS IN HIGHLAND AND NEW PALTZ

Age Spots on Sun-Exposed Skin Solar lentigines, or age spots, are characterized by the appearance of black, brown or tan spots that show up on the face, the backs of the hands, on the chest, and in other areas of the skin.
Mar 3rd, 2015

HEMANGIOMA OF THE LIP. PURPLE SPOT ON THE LIP

Lip Hemangiomas. This common lip discoloration is often caused by minor trauma such as that occurring at a dentist office, or even just biting your lip. This is treated in minutes, usually with only one treatment.
Nov 4th, 2014

SKIN GROWTHS, TAGS, MOLES

Most people do not have perfectly smooth, flawless skin after their teen years. We tend to grow extra skin in the form of moles, skin tags, warts, etc as we grow older.
Sep 17th, 2014

TEETH WHITENING

The LumaCool Whitening System by LumaLite uses L.E.D. (Light Emitting Diode) technology producing a high-speed, safe and cool in-office power whitening experience for the patient that doesn’t leave patients with sensitive teeth or gums.
Jul 27th, 2014

AGE SPOTS AND SKIN DISCOLORATION

In the Hudson Valley, Essence MediSpa is the choice for removal of any skin discoloration, be it age spots, liver spots, broken capillaries and even birthmarks. Age spots — also called liver spots and solar lentigines — are flat tan, brown or black spots.
Jun 20th, 2014

HAIR LOSS AND BALDNESS TREATMENTS

New Paltz and Highland have a  unique hair loss solution in the Revage hair rejuvenation laser at the Highl and Hair Loss Center. There is no reason to give up hope if you notice h air loss, thinning hair and balding, although time is of the essence.
May 13th, 2014

Acne Can Be Controlled

Acne affects many adults, starting around puberty. Acne sufferers in the Hudson Valley, especially Poughkeepsie, Kingston and Newburgh area should call Dr. Weinman at Essence MediSpa today.
Apr 1st, 2014

EVERYONE WILL NOTICE, BUT NO ONE WILL KNOW

JUVÉDERM® XC is the smooth gel filler that your doctor at Essence MediSpa in Highland New York uses to instantly smooth away wrinkles around your mouth and nose. With just one treatment, you’ll get smooth and natural-looking results that last up to a year!
Mar 26th, 2014

TOP 4 BENEFITS OF BOTOX® COSMETIC TREATMENTS

GUESS WHAT? WE ALL GET OLD! (AND THAT’S IF EVERYTHING GOES RIGHT!) Live long enough and guess what happens? Our skin doesn’t fit anymore. It starts to look like that suit of clothes we inadvertently left in the trunk of the car when we were in college.
Mar 25th, 2014

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