Women and men alike are finding a more youthful, fresh appearance just below the skin surface is damaged by natural aging, sun overexposure and disease. In facial appearance, one is usually concerned about wrinkles and lines as well as bad skin texture and blemishes. A variety of treatments are available to treat each of these conditions as well as slowly aging, or even reversing skin damage in many cases.

All treatments are medical and are best administered by experienced, certified medical specialists. At our Center, our medical team provides the highest quality treatments for all the following services in a safe, secure medical environment.

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a purified protein that is injected into crow’s feet, frown lines and other wrinkles. Your muscles relax and youthful appearance is restored quickly, safely and easily. Results generally last for 3 to 4 months.

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What is severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis? Severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis, or severe underarm sweating, is a medical condition that involves hyperactive sweat glands. Sweat is your body's temperature regulator. In severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis, sweating significantly exceeds the body's normal requirements. BOTOX® is now approved to treat excessive perspiration. It is injected under the arms and can reduce perspiration for 9-12 months.

"Thank you so much for all the help with my recent BOTOX® injections. It's almost two weeks later and I've been 100% sweat-free since Day 2! This has really changed my attitude on life and given me higher confidence." (20 year old female patient)

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JUVÉDERM™ is a 'next generation' family of smooth, long-lasting gel dermal fillers, and the latest advance in hyaluronic acid cosmetic filler technology. Over recent years, hyaluronic acid, a complex sugar already found naturally in the body, has become a favored compound for replenishing the areas of the face where the skin's volume and fullness has been lost.

JUVÉDERM™ is biosynthetic and of non-animal origin. No testing is required prior to administration. It has been proven to be safe and effective for skin of all types and colors.

The main difference between JUVÉDERM™ and other popular hyaluronic acid fillers is that JUVÉDERM™ has the highest concentration of hyaluronic acid, and is produced with a special formulation process that makes it smoother than that of other popular gels. JUVÉDERM™ lasts up to six months or longer, and as with other hyaluronic acid fillers, JUVÉDERM™ is gradually absorbed naturally into the body. JUVÉDERM™ is available in two formulations:

JUVÉDERM™ ULTRA: for contouring and volumizing average-depth depressions/wrinkles such as nasolabial folds, forehead wrinkles, glabellar lines, mild-to-moderate nasal and cheek furrows, and to plump up thin lips.

Like JUVEDERM™, JUVÉDERM™ ULTRA PLUS is a non-particle formulation of hyaluronic acid except more highly concentrated and cross-linked. This allows it to be an ideal substance to be injected into moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. It is particularly useful to replace fill in volume around the deeper folds of the nose and mouth.

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A natural substance in the skin called hyaluronic acid keeps our skin moist and full. As we age, our body produces less hyaluronic acid, causing our skin to wrinkle and crease as volume is lost.

Restylane®, a special form of hyaluronic acid is injected into the skin below wrinkles and creases where volume has been lost. Restylane® also can “plump up” lips for a fuller, more attractive look.

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Unlike some other fillers, Restylane® requires no skin test prior to treatment. Restylane® is used to restore fullness to lips, facial lines and nasolabial folds. Your face can often be restored to a smoother more youthful appearance in just one treatment. Results last 6 months and sometimes even longer. It’s quick and easy. The recovery time is minimal and the results are immediate.

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Perlane®, approved by the FDA in May 2007, is a "mid-dermal" hyaluronic acid filler product. Perlane® is designed for moderate to severe facial folds and wrinkles such as the nasolabial folds (smile lines) on the sides of the mouth. The hyaluronic acid gel particles in Perlane® are larger than those found in Restylane®. This gives Perlane® additional ability to lift and fill the areas of injection that require a denser formulation.

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Radiesse® is a new generation injectable dermal filler. Radiesse® is made of very tiny, smooth calcium hydroxylapetite (CaHA) microspheres. The microspheres (particles) form a scaffold through which your body's own collagen grows, and this produces the desired long-term effect. The results are immediate and last an average of 1 to 1.5 years. These advantages make Radiesse® an excellent and affordable choice for facial shaping and contouring.

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For the first three months after injection, Radiesse® initially performs as a filler substance by plumping up the skin. Then , due to its collagen-generating properties, Radiesse® actually stimulates new tissue development for extended correction for up to 12 to 24 months.

Chemical Peels are a highly effective and affordable option to treat fine lines, acne, scarring, and brown spots. Giana Miller, certified aesthetician specializes in the Vitalize Peel.

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For less severe cases, a procedure called microdermabrasion can revitalize skin in five or six sessions. Fine lines, roughness, discoloration and age spots are all treatable. Microdermabrasion uses pulsed salt spray to remove the upper skin layers. The procedure is administered in our offices by a certified esthetician.

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Your daily skin care system should provide the essentials for beautiful skin yet be easy to use. After extensive review, Dr. Buchanan has hand selected special products to best address his patients' needs. Obagi System skin care products are prescription strength, pharmaceutical quality products that work at the cellular level to improve the skin cell function. Obagi specializes in correcting the signs of aging skin and other skin abnormalities such as acne, scarring, or hyperpigmentation.The Obagi Nu Derm System accelerates skin functions by creating a therapeutic cascade to improve fine lines and wrinkles; sun and age spots; uneven skin tone; loss of elasticity and firmness; loss of natural skin hydration.

The net effect is to improve premature damage and reduce future damage, so that your skin looks and acts younger and healthier.

As the first and only prescription-strength Vitamin C skin care system, the Obagi-C Rx System was designed for mild to moderate sun-damaged skin. With the Obagi-C Rx System, skin is more radiant, smooth, hydrated, and more luminescent.

For more information on Obagi skin care, we invite you to visit www.obagi.com.

We also offer patients Skin Medica's hallmark ingredient, TNS. Discovered through wound healing research, TNS is a proprietary mix of multiple human growth factors, soluble collagen, matrix proteins, antioxidants and other ingredients, which delivers visible improvement in dyspigmentation, the appearance of wrinkles, and an overall increase in skin firmness and resiliency. For more information on Skin Medica (click here)

We complement our suggested daily skin care line with a new technology of cosmetic makeup that benefits post-procedure as well as patients with flawless skin. Lycogel makeup and concealer actively promote oxygen delivery to the skin thus speeding healing time. Lycogel contains SPF 30, vitamins A, C, and E, offers coverage for hyperpigmentation, and does not clog pores or rub off on clothes. It has become an office and patient favorite! Visit www.lycogel.com for more information.

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Skin enhancement, particularly laser resurfacing, removes discoloration, rough surfaces and fine wrinkles. The result is a smooth, even-toned skin. This dramatically improved appearance may be possible without invasive surgery. Depending on his assessment of your skin condition, Dr. Buchanan may recommend laser resurfacing or microdermabrasion during the consultation.

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Obtaining a natural look requires much than simply removing skin. Dr. Buchanan’s precise methods and aesthetic sensitivity is required to remove just the right amount of surface skin, without damaging the underlying tissues. The result is a natural, younger, fresher appearance. To find out if Dr. Buchanan can give you the appearance you want, contact our office.

If you are looking for a smoother, more even complexion, laser resurfacing may be for you. This procedure can remove fine lines from around the mouth eyes, and cheeks as well as improve scars from acne and injury. Most discolorations and age spots can be improved. Laser resurfacing is usually completed by Dr. Buchanan in one session.

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Laser resurfacing and microdermabrasion are surface-enhancing procedures, which are less invasive than other surgeries. This means your recovery is quicker than most cosmetic surgeries. Nevertheless, we will guide you through each step to assure you minimum discomfort and a quick recovery. If you would like to recover here in Santa Barbara, we have arranged a comprehensive aftercare package to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

For most patients, a cosmetic procedure is a significant investment. For patients needing time to make payments, our staff will accept your major credit card or introduce you to several payment plan sources.

To find out what Dr. Buchanan can do for your skin problems, call us for more information and an appointment. During a private consultation, you and Dr. Buchanan will help you decide whether laser resurfacing or microdermabrasion is more appropriate for your condition.

Call toll-free 1-866-261-6341 or email Dr. Buchanan and his staff.

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