The decision to undergo any elective surgery is complex. With the body-shaping options available through breast lifts and augmentations, there’s plenty to think about. Understanding the targets of each procedure helps you decide what’s best for you.
The sun is a big part of our lives. Whether or not you live in a warm climate, chances are that you spend a large portion of your time exposed to the sun's UV rays. While some amount of sun exposure is healthy, too much can lead to sun damaged skin.
Are you suffering from sun damaged skin? It may be time to consider treatment. Call (408) 946-9453 or contact us online for more information.
As the name of the condition implies, sun damaged skin is caused by overexposure to the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. However, there is no easy way to determine exactly how much UV will cause damage to your skin.
Just as no two people are alike, different people react to the sun in a variety of ways. In general, sun damagebuilds up over time. Because of this, preventive measures are often the first line of defense against sun damage, including:
Sun damage can manifest itself in a number of visible ways on the skin. These symptoms of sun damage may come together, or you may merely experience one of them. The most common sun damage symptoms include:
Short-term sun damage is known as a sun burn and is generally not cause for alarm, although frequent sun burns contribute to long-term damage. The skin lesions formed by sun damage can be cancerous (melanoma, it is very important to get them investigated as soon as they appear.
There are a variety of sun damage treatment options available. While there is no cure for sun damaged skin, many aesthetic and cosmetic procedures can alleviate visible symptoms and provide relief. Sun damaged skin treatment options include:
The only way to determine which skin treatment is right for you is to schedule a consultation with a medical professional.
Sun damage can lead to a variety of medical conditions and confidence-damaging blemishes. If you are interested in sun damage treatment, call (408) 946-9453 or contact us online to request more information.
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