Aging is a process that occurs in all organs, but is most noticeable in the skin. Although genetic predisposition is an important factor in skin aging, sun exposure, excessive exposure to physical and chemical events (make-up, occupational chemicals, etc.), smoking, excessive alcohol use, and dietary habits are the main factors that accelerate skin aging. The skin repairs the effects of aging by constantly renewing itself. After a certain age, the repair process in the cells slows down. The collagen production of the skin decreases, and with the loss of elastic fibers in the connective tissue that forms the support layer of the skin, signs of aging such as skin loosening, wrinkles, sun spots, and gradual thinning of the skin appear.
Nowadays, it is not possible to maintain or regain a youthful appearance. It has become an important situation that causes anxiety for many people. The most basic approach to combating skin aging due to time and external factors is to cleanse your skin with products suitable for your skin type, moisturize it and consciously protect it from the sun. There are many treatment approaches today to combat the signs of skin aging. The main methods of these methods are botulinum toxin injection, dermal fillers, chemical peeling, microneedling, PRP, mesolifting, skin rejuvenation procedures with laser, radiofrequency and ultrasound energy. These methods can be applied alone or in combination. Your physician should decide which method to apply based on the person's expectations and your skin structure.
- BOTILINUM TOXIN INJECTION
Botilinum toxin injection is medically useful, especially neurological. It has been used safely in diseases for many years. It has been used in cosmetic applications since 2002. Botulinum toxin injection is one of the most popular methods today in combating dynamic wrinkles, especially on the face. When the application is done in a short time and applied by expert hands, the side effect rate is very low. Contrary to popular belief, there is no lower age limit for wrinkle treatment with botulinum toxin. It can also be applied to prevent facial wrinkles before they settle. Although the permanence of the application varies from person to person, it is between 3-6 months.
- DERMAL FILLERS
Dermal fillers correct wrinkles and folds, smooth scars, determine bumpy and loose lines, give the skin a renewed appearance. It is used for the purpose. It plumps the skin, keeps it looking smooth and moist. Different fillers are used to address the problem. These substances can be permanent or temporary. There are types of fillers containing hyaluronic acid, which are temporary substances, that can last between 6 months and 18 months. Permanent substances, on the other hand, are substances with different contents that last a lifetime when applied. These are synthetic, silicone-based substances, and their use has been limited in recent years due to the risk of permanent substances causing a foreign body reaction.
- CHEMICAL PEELING
Chemical peeling is an application method that aims to create controlled damage to the skin at various depths by applying one or more chemical agents to the skin and to reveal renewed, healthy skin during the healing process. It is classified as superficial, medium and deep according to the penetration depth of the peeling solution in the skin.
The depth of chemical peeling is determined according to the application purpose, skin color and skin type. Superficial peelings are used to renew the upper skin layer and remove epidermis-derived stains. Fruit acids (Alpha hydroxy acid-AHA, Beta hydroxy acid-BHA) are frequently used. Medium depth peelings affect the upper skin layer and middle skin layer. It is used to remove mild to moderate wrinkles, treat blemishes that reach the middle layer of the skin, and tighten pores. The most commonly used chemical agents are Jessner's solution, glycolic acid and 35% trichloroacetic acid (TCA). Deep chemical peelings penetrate the entire middle skin layer. TCA 50%, Bakers, Phenol and Jessner's solution are used. It is preferred in eliminating deep wrinkles and treating deep acne scars. Deep chemical peeling methods are not preferred for people with dark skin. In recent years, chemical peelings have been produced using nanotechnology. time. Peels produced with nanotechnology have high effectiveness and very few side effects.
- PRP (PLATELET RICH PLASMA)
Platelet Rich Plasma (platelet enriched plasma), in shortPRP is the name given to the application. It is the process of separating a small amount of blood taken from a person into its components through a special process and returning the resulting small amount of platelet-enriched plasma to the same person for skin rejuvenation.PRP application is used in the treatment of scars, wrinkles, blemishes and hair loss. is also used. The results of the procedure performed using your own blood are quite effective. When platelets, which are densely found in plasma, are administered to the skin, the growth factors they contain stimulate collagen production and the formation of new capillaries, which allows the skin to renew itself rapidly.
- MESOLIFTING
The creams and solutions we apply externally to the skin nourish and revitalize the upper part of the skin, but do not reach the lower layer of the skin. But the part of the skin that really needs to be revitalized is the lower skin. Mesolifting is an effective treatment method based on injecting mixtures such as vitamins, antioxidants and hyaluronic acid into the middle layer of the skin. The procedure performed with micro injectors is painless or at a tolerable level. The patient can continue his daily life after the treatment. The applied substances increase the skin's collagen and elastin production and ensure skin renewal. The skin takes on a brighter appearance. The elasticity of the skin increases and sagging decreases. It is an effective method to eliminate sagging and aging effects on the face, neck, décolleté and hands.
- MICRONEEDDING TREATMENT
Microneedling treatment, It is also known by various names such as "mesoroller, dermaroller-dermapen or collagen induction therapy". Microneedling opens micro channels (micro wounds) in the dermis, which is located in the second lower layer of the skin, and thanks to needling, tiny needle tip-sized bleeding occurs on the skin. During the healing process of the micro channels opened during the microneedling application, elastin, collagen and hyal� �ronic acid production increases, and as a result, an improvement in the skin surface, texture and color is expected. The procedure heals in 1-3 days without leaving a scar.
Microneedling method opens fine lines on the skin and tightens the pores. It is used to reduce scars on the skin (acne scars, striae, burn scars, etc.). It also increases the absorption of topical cosmetics and/or growth factors, peptides and stem cells applied to the skin.
- SKIN REJUVENATION WITH RADIOFREQUENCY AND ULTRASOUND ENERGY
It is a non-invasive treatment system developed for reducing unwanted fat accumulation, skin tightening and wrinkle removal by using focused radiofrequency and intense ultrasound energy simultaneously or with separate energies.
Its effect on wrinkle reduction and skin rejuvenation is directed to collagen tissue (subcutaneous connective tissue). With collagen filling technology, the structure of damaged collagen spirals is affected by heat energy and the dissolution process begins. Through the natural healing process, cells are stimulated to produce new collagen bonds. The skin is filled with new collagen again. The treatment is applied once a week and a total of 4 sessions are recommended.
The new generation radiofrequency system is an FDA (American Food and Drug Administration) approved system for skin rejuvenation and wrinkle treatment. Today, the Exilis Elite system stands out in terms of effectiveness because it is the only system that combines focused radiofrequency and ultrasound energy under the same title. It is completely safe when used in appropriate patients. It provides a Satin Effect in facial area applications and non-surgical face lift.
SKIN RENEWAL LASERS
Complete skin repair with laser beams. It is a treatment method based on increasing collagen production by converting laser beams into heat as a result of scanning. Collagen production enables the formation of new connective tissue. This gives the skin a taut, lively appearance.
Ablative CO2 lasers were first used in skin resurfacing with the laser system. Rapid vaporization of tissues with ablative laser systems As a result of the injection, the tissue becomes tighter and smoother. On the other hand, the side effect rate and long time off work have reduced the use of these methods in skin rejuvenation. Then, skin rejuvenation methods with nonablative lasers gained popularity. The concept of fractional skin resurfacing has come into use in the last 10 years. The term fractional means treating part or portion of the skin. It is aimed to accelerate healing by leaving intact skin areas in the area to be treated. Your physician will decide which laser system and which method will be used, based on skin structure and treatment expectations.
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