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How Hyaluronic Acid is Changing the Cosmetic Industry

It is a brave new world and one that will continue to progress into the emergent era of stem cell technology with new hair growth and breast tissue being prime examples of where this period will lead us. But at the moment we have Direct Hair Implants™ and Macrolane™.

Hyaluronic acid is an important cell constituent that retains water and also provides nutrients and removes waste from cells that do not have a direct blood supply, such as cartilage cells. Hyaluronic acid is found in the synovial joint fluid, the vitreous humour of the eye, the cartilage, blood vessels, extracellular matrix, skin and the umbilical cord.

It is extremely popular as an injectable skin filler for correcting the lines and wrinkles associated with aging, as well as acne scars and other skin conditions as its molecules bind to water in the skin, hydrating and firming its structure, and the loss of hyaluronic acid with aging is associated with skin dehydration and wrinkling. Because hyaluronic acid degrades rapidly in the skin, the commercially available version is cross-linked, or bound to itself chemically to increase stabilization.

In this twelve year period over 8 million Restylane treatments have been successfully performed worldwide with a problem rate of about 1:20,000. This makes Restylane one of the most tried and tested dermal filler and is recognised in cosmetic dermatology as the benchmark for safety.

However, roughly one in 2,000 patients suffer more serious reactions, such as tenderness, prolonged redness and acne-like skin formations. These side effects can last for only a few days after injection up to as long as four weeks after treatment. Hypersensitive skin is usually to blame for more serious reactions to Restylane.

No serious adverse events were reported in the study. Treatment-related adverse events such as injection site pain and reaction were mild and transient in nature. The second study involved patients with concave body deformities following liposuction, surgical scars or post-traumatic fat atrophy.

Again no side effect were noted outside minor events noted on the day of injection. A study published in the February 2007 issue of Food and Chemical Toxicology indeed confirmed the safety of oral hyaluronic acid. It is used as a dietary supplement that supports health in joints and skin. Hyaluronic acid provides the matrix for the synovial fluid to retain moisture in the skin and cushioning in the joints. The research showed test subjects exhibited no toxicity, even at 33 times the recommended dose.

In the first breast study patient assessment data showed 95% satisfaction at three months, 79% at six months and 63% at 12 months. In the other one, more than 80% of patients reported improvements at three months and 69% at six months and some improvement was seen at 12 months.

I feel this related to the fact that a volume of 100ml of compound is injected into a protected space created by the doctor in the connective tissue in front of the pectoralis major muscle but behind the mammary gland. In this position Macrolane is intended to last for at least about 18 months. Each individual treatment programme will include a yearly top-up as required to maintain optimal treatment results.

To be honest, cosmetic surgeons of late have not been bathed in glory in the press and patients are largely afraid to take the risk. Take barigastric banding. Obesity surgery not only helps people lose weight but also improves the associated co-morbidities of obesity such as diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), arthritis, joint pain, reflux, cardiovascular disease, stroke, various forms of cancer (including prostate, bowel and ovarian), and overall quality of life.

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The Ailesbury Clinic opened in Dublin in 2002. It was awarded Best Medical Practice at the 2005 Irish Healthcare Pharmaceutical Awards. It was selected as runner-up in the 2008 and 2009 finals of the Best Aesthetic Medical Clinic in the UK and Ireland.

Dr. Patrick Treacy is a cosmetic expert. He is Medical Director of Ailesbury Clinics Ltd and the global Cosmetic Medical Group. He is Chairman of the Irish Association of Cosmetic Doctors and is Irish Regional Representative of the British Association of Cosmetic Doctors. He is European Medical Advisor to Network Lipolysis and the UK's largest cosmetic website Consulting Rooms. He practices cosmetic medicine in his clinics in Dublin, Cork, London and the Middle East.

Dr. Treacy is on the Specialist Register in the UK and Ireland and holds higher qualifications in Dermatology and Laser technology and skin resurfacing. He was amongst the first doctors worldwide to use the permanent facial endoprosthesis BioAlcamid for HIV Lipodystrophy patients. He was also the first person to introduce many techniques such as Radiofrequency assisted lasers, Fibroblast transplant and Contour Threads to Irish patients.

Dr. Treacy is an advanced Botox, Dysport and Dermal filler trainer and has trained over 300 doctors and nurses from around the world. He is also a renowned international guest speaker and features regularly on national television and radio programmes. He was invited to speak about stem cells and cosmetic medicine at the World Aesthetic Conference in Moscow this year.

The Irish College of Cosmetic Doctors
The British Association of Cosmetic Doctors
The British Medical Laser Association
The American Society for Aesthetic Medicine
The American Society for Lasers in Medicine and Surgery The European Society of Laser Dermatology
The European Society for Dermatological Surgery (ESDS)
The International Society for Dermatologic Surgery
The International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology

Dr. Treacy is the European Representative for the NetWork-Lipolysis where he is on the Medical Advisory Board and the Scientific Advisory Board.
Ailesbury Clinics Ltd Suite 6 Merrion Road Ailesbury Road Dublin 4 Ireland
Phone +35312692255/2133 Fax +35312692250
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How Hyaluronic Acid is Changing the Cosmetic Industry
By Patrick Treacy

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Acne Laser Treatment Options

Different laser treatments treat different acne scars- a person should visit a physician in order to find out which type works best with their skin. A laser acne treatment requires a professional dermatologist or doctor to conduct the operation. Many people purchase over the counter treatments, most of which contain benzoyl peroxide alternatively known as desanden, benzaknen and benzol peroxide.

This ingredient works only on people with acne vulgaris- and even then, causes rashes, reddening and swellings. People who have acne may opt to use treatments that are inclusive of effective ingredients such as Sensiclear, Salicylic Acid and Retextra. Acne skin-care products inclusive of these ingredients offer fast and effective results.

Laser treatment is suitable for people who have scars caused by acne. It works by penetrating light into a person's pores and killing the cells that are vertically below the patient's skin. People also refer to this treatment as 'laser resurfacing'. There are three main types of laser acne treatment, the fraxel lasers, V-beam lasers and the smooth beam laser.

When conducting a smooth beam laser surgery, a dermatologist sprays cooling cryogen onto the patients face to enable the beam to penetrate the pores easily. This treatment does not redden a person's face; it leaves one's skin refreshed and smoother. The fraxel laser treatment assists in getting rid of pigmented cells and only targets the affected skin area. The pigmented cells are in the top layer of a person's skin.

The V-beam laser treatment works by targeting the blood vessels within the scar. This laser treatment is suitable for people who have red scars due to acne- it significantly makes the scars less visible and kills the pigmented cells responsible for triggering their spread.

The laser acne treatments are expensive but worth it because they are the most effective method of reducing acne. After the laser treatment, a person should maintain the skin by using acne skin-care products that the dermatology prescribes.

Greg Garner is an expert in acne skin care. For more information about Mr. Garner visit Consumers Review, Inc. at http://www.consumers-review.org/acne/acne-medicine.asp

Acne Laser Treatment Options
By Greg Garner

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How Lasers Became Used to Remove Hair

It is ironic now to think that in 1958, when American scientist Charles Townes showed that a MASER could theoretically be made to operate in the visible region of the spectrum, his colleagues told him "that his work would have little relevance to the real world".

The year was 1958, the 'hula hoop' was all the craze in Europe and Russian author Boris Pasternek declined the Nobel Prize in Literature as he feared the authorities would expel him from his motherland. I am sure the world had changed a lot when Charles Townes received the Nobel Prize in Physics four years later.

Today, lasers are used in every aspect of life including a ever increasing number of cosmetic treatments, including skin resurfacing for wrinkle reduction and acne scars, removal of tattoos, removal of hair, removal of pigmented blemishes (age spots and moles) and the treatment of vascular lesions (port wine stains and spider veins).

In fact the real story of lasers started many years before. In the year of 1917, the great physicist, Albert Einstein postulated that atoms could be persuaded to emit tiny packets of energy called 'photons' in his treatise "On the Quantum Theory of Radiation." This sentinel piece of physics laid the groundwork for the theory of stimulated emission of radiation, which was later used by the by American physicist, Gordon Gould to coin the acronym LASER. In essence, the word is an abbreviation of the phrase light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation.

The year was 1957 and the Russians had just launched Sputnik 1 into the skies above a horrified US nation. Senator Lyndon Johnson spoke for the nation when he said "soon, they will be dropping bombs on us from space like kids dropping rocks onto cars from freeway overpasses!".

The newspaper headlines of the day reflected his fear when one stated, "Soviet satellite circles globe every 90 minutes". In that year, plans were made to start the space race and America ushered in a new age of political, military, technological, and scientific developments.

The Government formed the Pentagon's Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency and huge grants were poured into private and public laboratories across the United States to fund the creation of a new spacecraft and the first working laser.

In 1960, their efforts paid off when a physicist called Theodore Maiman working with the Hughes Electric Corporation in California, created the world's first working Ruby laser. The acronym LASER, although appearing theoretical is of more than passing interest, because it means a laser device must be able to make a new form of light.

This light must be composed of one wavelength (colour), it must pass in one direction (coherent) and its waves must be parallel. These unique characteristics can be used by doctors to achieve different results. We know the different wavelengths can penetrate various depths of skin and they can also cause dissimilar effects by targeting differing coloured lesions.

This means that laser A could be used to target haemoglobin (red) in the broken blood vessels (telangiectasia) of rosacea, while laser B may be used to target melanin (brown) in the hair on an upper lip of a female with hirsuitism.

It also means that lasers could be used to vapourise water in tissues, thereby causing resurfacing and later collagen stimulation with significant improvements to wrinkles in the skin.

In 1961, research was focused on this new technology continued with the production of a new laser made from crystals of yttrium-aluminum-garnet treated with 1-3% neodymium. The worlds first Nd:YAG laser was developed.

This laser emitted energy in the near infrared (IR) spectrum at a wavelength of 1060 nm. Although many Americans felt safer to have more powerful lasers being developed, doctors tried to harness its power as they found its high-penetration emission to be useful for vapourising tissues and thermally coagulating large blood vessels.

It is interesting to see that the laser is still widely used in cosmetic medicine today. It has even found a new role targeting hair follicles in darker coloured skin. The following year, the first experiments into depilation by laser took place when Dr. Leon Goldman used the principle of selective target destruction with ruby lasers in an attempt to destroy the melanin in hair follicles.

Unfortunately for him, although the idea was good, he did not take into account that the laser emitted a continuous wave more adept at shooting down Sputnik and it also targeted melanin in the skin and burnt his patients. The other patients in the experiment suffered from post inflammatory hyperpigmentation and the experiment was abandoned. In that year, the argon laser was also developed.

This laser emitted energy in the blue-green portion of the visible spectrum, making it more readily absorbed by melanin and hemoglobin than by the surrounding tissue. It was 1962 and the American public waited with baited breath as President Kennedy and Soviet Premier Nakita Khrushchev waged a battle of nerves over the Cuban missile crisis.

In 1963, the ruby laser became the first medical laser when Francis L'Esperance from the Columbia- Presbyterian Medical Centre used it to coagulate retinal lesions. In 1965 he began working with Bell researchers Eugene Gordon and Edward Labuda to design a better laser for eye surgery as the blue-green light of the argon laser is more readily absorbed by blood vessels than the red light of the ruby laser.

After further refinements and experiments, they developed a laser that is still used to this day to treat patients with diabetic retinopathy. It also has a use in the treatment of port-wine stains. As the cold war developed, the US Government funded projects that covered research into more powerful lasers, ones that had the power to cut through steel.

In 1964, Patel at Bell Laboratories developed the CO 2 laser. This laser operated at 10,600 nm and it was similar to the Nd YAG in that it could be used for cutting materials like stainless steel. The advantage was that it could also be focused onto a smaller spot; a function that one day could be useful in space.

Thankfully for cosmetic medicine at this wavelength, energy is also heavily absorbed by water, which everyone knows is the primary constituent and chromophore of cells in living tissue.

This particular function made the energy generated by the new CO2 laser suitable for tissue vapourisation and a whole new era of wrinkle removal by skin resurfacing began. The experiments on trying to find the 'Holy Grail' of being able to remove hair by laser light followed the path of the emerging Beatles throughout most of the rest of the sixties.

In 1967, while Dr. Chris Barnard carried out the world's first human heart transplantation at the Groote Schuur hospital in Capetown, attempts made to reduce the potential damage to background skin by directing the light energy to individual follicles through the use of a wire-thin fibre optic apparatus.

Many of these devices were sold illegally in the United States throughout the late sixties until the FDA banned their use. In 1968, Union Carbide's commissioned a study by Dermascan (manufacturer of the Proteus thermolysis machine) of the effects of applying laser energy applied directly to each hair follicle.

The results were largely unsuccessful in that the perceived depilation may have been related to a type of electrolysis effect. Today the company is more famous, for those three nights in 1984, their chemical plant in Bhopal, India, began leaking 27 tons of the deadly gas methyl isocyanate into the atmosphere exposing half a million people to the gas, resulting in the eventual deaths of 20,000 people.

During the 1970's research into finding a means of hair removal with laser continued with Omnicron Corporation producing a photo epilator that used coherent light to epilate hair. The device never produced marketable results and things remained that way until another attempt was by Lasertron inc. in the 1980s when they used an Argon laser to direct energy at the haemoglobin surrounding individual hairs.

The device was marketed before proper clinical tests were done to establish its efficacy and before long patients were complaining as it proved to be unsuccessful for permanent hair removal. In 1983, Oshiro and Maruyama noted that hair was lost from after pigmented nevi were treated with a ruby laser. Whenever the increased the laser power to affect the hair follicles, the epidermis became severely damaged.

These observations led to Anderson and Parrish developing the theory of 'selective photothermolysis'. This theory was based on the fact that a laser of particular wavelength and pulse duration of light could be used to target a particular chromophore, selectively destroying it while sparing the surrounding tissue. The space race started by the launch of Sputnik continued and in that year, Sally Ride, the first American female astronaut landed aboard the Challenger space shuttle.

While tumultuous things were happening on the world stage, including the fall of the Soviet Empire, the freeing of Nelson Mandela and Saddam Hussein's fateful annexation of Kuwait, the development of laser hair technology seemed to have reached an impasse. There were some highlights when Thermolase Corporation built and tested a low-power Nd: YAG laser for the removal of tattoos and birthmarks.

During the mid nineties the quest to find the 'Holy Grail' laser seemed to quicken when a company called ThermoLase used a topical suspension of carbon particles applied to skin followed by treatment of a Q-switched variant of this Nd: YAG laser called the SoftLight™ to treat hair. The laser certainly produced some results and within a short time it received FDA approval and became the first device for hair removal in the United States.

ThemoLase went all out to market the product and within a short period they starting using the device in a chain of clinics called Spa Thira. It soon became apparent that this was not the 'Holy Grail' laser as the device seemed to only delay hair regrowth by 3-4 months, but it did not provide permanent hair reduction. This led to several lawsuits against the company and in the period1998-99; they closed most of their spas.

However, all was not lost for TheroLase because it is apparent that many clients who had unsuccessful hair-removal reported improvement in their skin's texture. It appeared the heat emitted by the laser in association with a lotion that was employed caused a form of skin resurfacing.

Before long, Thermage exploited this benefit by obtaining FDA approval for SoftLight™ resurfacing, marketing it as a safe, fast and effective alternative to CO2 and erbium skin resurfacing.

In 1994, Nelson Mandela became President of South Africa. It was the same year that Doctors Anderson and Grossman working with Palomar Medical Technologies, first used a water-cooled delivery handpiece during epilation with a long pulsed Ruby laser.

The laser was developed at Massachusetts General Hospital and the chilled head meant the laser did not thermally damage the surrounding skin, leaving it less irritating than other methods and relatively pain free. This EpiLight ® Ruby laser is still in use in many US clinics today.

In 1995, the world was gripped by the live television coverage of the Los Angeles trial of a former American football star and actor 'O.J.Simpson'. Further upstate in the small town of Los Gatos, dermatologist Patrick Bitter had other things on his mind. He postulated that if he used a Xenon flashlight to emit broad-spectrum light made up of multiple wavelengths, he could use a cutoff filter to restrict the bandwidth to a certain range.

By applying different filters, he could imitate laser action by using the shorter wavelengths to clear pigment spots (lentigines) and broken vessels (telangiectasias) and the longer ones rejuvenate and smooth the skin. By using a range of wavelengths and some clever software a company could produce a device that could cure many ailments at once.

In these moments the new concepts of Intensed Pulsed Light (IPL) and photorejuventation were born and the world moved closer to finding the 'Holy Grail' laser. Ironically, these devices would not be real lasers, as they were in reality flash lamps giving off white light, similar to that of a light bulb with wavelengths in the range of 400- 765nm.

In 1998, ESC Sharplan announced the introduction of the Vasculight ® and the concept of IPL ® technology for photorejuvenation. In the year 2000, this company became Lumenis and they introduced the Quantum SR as the pioneer IPL of the new Type I Photorejuvenation procedure.

By 2001, numerous companies began to produce IPL machines and market the photorejuvenation procedure. Later that year some of the people who had helped form ESC/Lumenis scientists created a new company called Syneron. In 2002, this company announced the introduction of the Aurora RF, a new type of laser that promised to enhance photorejuvenation by using the addition of RF (bipolar radiofrequency) to the pulsed light source.

This action brought both companies into the U.S. District Court with Lumenis bringing a preliminary injunction against Syneron's sale of Aurora devices. In 2004, Lumenis granted Syneron unlimited non-exclusive worldwide licenses for Lumenis patents relating to the use of incoherent light in aesthetic and medical applications, including all of its IPL related patents. It was the same year that a tsunami spread throughout the Indian Ocean, killing nearly a fifth of a million people and devastating coastal communities across South and South East Asia.

He is European Medical Advisor to Network Lipolysis and the UK's largest cosmetic website Consulting Rooms. He practices cosmetic medicine in his clinics in Dublin, Cork, London and the Middle East. Dr.

Treacy is on the Specialist Register in the UK and Ireland and holds higher qualifications in Dermatology and Laser technology and skin resurfacing. He was amongst the first doctors worldwide to use the permanent facial endoprosthesis BioAlcamid for HIV Lipodystrophy patients. He was also the first person to introduce many techniques such as Radiofrequency assisted lasers, Fibroblast transplant and Contour Threads to Irish patients.

Dr. Treacy is an advanced aesthetic trainer and has trained over 300 doctors and nurses from around the world. He is also a renowned international guest speaker and features regularly on national television and radio programmes. He was invited to speak about stem cells and cosmetic medicine at the World Aesthetic Conference in Moscow this year.

How Lasers Became Used to Remove Hair
By Patrick Treacy

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New Skin Tightening Laser Technology Provides Increased Efficacy

New Skin Tightening Laser Technology
Provides Increased Efficacy

A new skin rejuvenation treatment promises dramatic skin tightening and cellulite treatment with no downtime compared with other skin anti-aging care approaches. This recent innovation in laser skin treatments combines two radio frequency modes into one device, effectively delivers two treatments in one.

The Accent Dual Mode RF System uses unipolar and bipolar radio frequency to tighten skin by focusing laser on both shallow and deep tissue depths. By using two radio frequencies - one that treats thinner skin, such as skin that lies just over bone, and one that penetrates deeper into dermal and sub-dermal tissues, the technology can be used to treat a wide range of aesthetic conditions.

Some benefits of this approach are that it is non-invasive, requires no anesthesia, and is a virtually painless skin rejuvenation treatment. Skin tightening laser treatments that are less invasive and provide for a speedier recovery.

The Accent Dual Mode RF System, because it does not use consumables, allows the treatment of larger areas of tissue to be more effective, making for minimal recovery time compared to earlier treatments. The technology can also be combined with other non-surgical facelift procedures to enhance its skin-tightening effects. Many patients are noticing a significant difference in skin laxity immediately following treatment.

Accent Dual Mode was developed by Alma Lasers Ltd., a leading developer and marketer of light, laser, and radio frequency-based aesthetic devices used in dermatology. Clinical trials of the technology demonstrated that Accent was particularly effective in the treatment of skin laxity in the neck.

Bruce E. Katz, M.D. is Clinical Professor of Dermatology at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Director of the Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Clinic at Mount Sinai Medial Center, and Director of the JUVA Skin & Laser Center located at 60 East 56th Street in Manhattan.
http://www.juvaskin.com

New Skin Tightening Laser Technology Provides Increased Efficacy
By Bruce Katz, M.D.

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6/9/52

Laser Dermatology - Focused Light to Treat the Skin

The term laser is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. Without getting too technical- this basically means that light source is specially focused into a very intense beam and is usually coherent, meaning it is reduced to a very particular wavelength of the light spectrum and is controlled to "vibrate" in only one plane. Some laser light is visible to the naked eye and some is in a part of the spectrum that can not be seen visually.

So, where and how does this focused light technology come into play in the field of dermatology and more specifically cosmetic dermatology? All lasers, regardless of type or wavelength, basically cause some form of localized heating to occur when applied to the skin. The trained laser dermatologist makes use of this epidermal or dermal heating effect to achieve a desired outcome. Some procedures may literally be designed to burn away a small portion of the layer of skin, while other procedures may be designed to cause some heating and slight burning of the skin layers with the intent to cause healing to take place which in turn causes new skin growth and a tightening effect. Lasers are also used to burn away undesirable growths such as tumors or moles and also to remove items such as tattoos or scars. Some of the most common dermatological lasers and their common applications are listed below. Each laser has a particular wavelength of light, a variety of beam focus and pulsing options and a variety of intensities allowing minor heating to major burning capabilities. The skill of the laser dermatologist is the key to a good laser outcome as the highly trained physician will understand how to apply the right laser in the right intensity to gain the desired outcome.

1450 nm diode Laser: This is a deeply penetrating laser that is very effective for treating acne and wrinkles. Typically, no recovery time is needed after treatment. The 1450 diode can even clear the most stubborn cystic acne on the face, back, and chest. This particular wavelength will also improve older and deeper acne scars.

CO2 High Intensity Super Pulse Laser: This is a very powerful laser generally used for skin tumors and skin cancer removal.

CO2 Silktouch Laser: A stronger resurfacing laser usually used for severe wrinkles.

Erbium 294 Yag Laser: This is a fast healing resurfacing instrument used for wrinkles, scars, and tumors. There is a new Erbium version called microerbium for fractional resurfacing with no down time recovery.

Fractionated CO2 Laser: This is a newer CO2 technology targeted for use in removing acne scars, wrinkles, surgical and trauma scars.

Long Pulse Alexandrite Laser: This version laser is most often used for hair removal on individuals with olive complexions.

Long Pulse Dye Laser W/ Cooling: This version laser is most often used for vascular lesions, stretch marks, scar revision, skin rejuvenation, acne treatments, and acne scars.

Long Pulse Ruby Laser: This instrument is most often used for hair removal on fair skinned individuals.

Long Pulse Yag Laser: This instrument is used for removal of unwanted hair on dark skinned individuals and also removal of leg veins, and general skin tightening. Also used for removal of fine hair.

Photo-Dynamic Therapy (PDT): PDT involves a chemical application that is applied to the skin prior to laser treatment for active acne and is also used to augment skin rejuvenation.

PhotoMedex XTRAC Excimer Laser: This instrument is most often used for treating psoriasis and vitiliago.

Q-Switch Ruby Laser: This is the most powerful laser for tattoo and birthmark removal and pigmented lesion treatment.

Q-Switch Yag Laser: This instrument is a common choice for tattoo removal, pigmented lesion treatments, acne scar removal, and general skin rejuvenation.

Q-Switch Yag 5 Laser: This laser is popular for skin rejuvenation, pigmented lesions, and removing tattoos that contain color.

Radio frequency Laser: This instrument is commonly used for non-surgical face lift and skin tightening. The procedure is an advanced way to tighten skin with the touch of a sophisticated computerized treatment tip to the skin. It requires no incisions and no recovery time. Excellent results can often be seen with just one treatment.

Short and Long Pulse Flashlamp Dye Laser: This instrument is most often used for vascular lesions, stretch marks, scar revision, skin rejuvenation, acne treatments, and removal of acne scars.

These are some of the more common dermatological lasers and their common applications. Some laser dermatologists will own and operate several of these instruments while some clinics may only own one or two particular lasers. It is really up the preference of the laser physician and what tools they feel they need to do the procedures that are the forte of their particular practice. Lasers have helped open up a whole new field of skin treatments and have also helped to make previously performed procedures faster and often less painful with much shorter recovery times and decreased chance of complications.

Always consult only a licensed physician or similarly licensed medical facility before undergoing any medical procedure.

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Laser Dermatology - Focused Light to Treat the Skin
By C. Smithson

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Being a Cosmetic Dermatologist Can Get Stressful By Bandina Harris

Being a Cosmetic Dermatologist Can Get Stressful

Ever since you were old enough to talk, you knew one thing: you wanted to grow up and make lots of money. You were taught that there were basically three jobs that would allow that to happen. The first option was to become a movie star. Well, you never were one for acting, so that option was out. You could also become a lawyer. You're not interested in that at all, so that one was out.

Then, there was the option of becoming a doctor, and that's when you got the idea to become a cosmetic dermatologist. In high school, you suffered from horrible acne. Although you tried every over-the counter acne medication available, nothing seemed to work. You used to glare at the "popular" people who had flawless skin. They certainly would never need a cosmetic dermatologist.

However, you had to see a cosmetic dermatologist so that you could finally get rid of the acne that was scarring your skin and scarring your self esteem. A few weeks and laser treatments later, and your skin was as flawless as any of the other popular people. You nearly cried when you realized that you didn't even need concealer anymore.

Now, you're getting ready to apply for college, and becoming a cosmetic dermatologist is more than just about making lots of money. Rather, it has a lot to do with being compassionate enough to help people thanks to the advancement of medical technology. Plus, when a teenager comes into your office with acne, you'll certainly be able to relate.

More information on skin care options such as Fraxel that are offered by cosmetic dermatologists and a Huntington Beach skin care clinic in California that offers the services of a skin care professional is just a click away.

Being a Cosmetic Dermatologist Can Get Stressful
By Bandina Harris

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Reasons Why You Should Go See a Cosmetic Dermatologist

It does not matter how perfect they might seem, chances are that a person has had at least one kind of skin problem in their life. It all usually sets in with puberty and the arrival of pimples. While this skin problem is usually associated with a surge in the hormones of teenagers, they can also be caused by stress in adults. Sure, there are lots of different over-the-counter products that can help, but that does not mean that complications like scarring can't still happen.

For this, and for many other skin problems, it is important to see out the skill of a cosmetic dermatologist. What is a cosmetic dermatologist, anyway? Well, this profession is very similar to regular dermatology with the exception that this particular branch of dermatologist consists of procedures that involve advanced technology, like lasers. Some people are too embarrassed to go have their skin problems fixed, but they really shouldn't be. After all, this is what these specialists are there for in the first place - to help!

Acne is not the only thing that a cosmetic dermatologist can treat. Say, for example, that you suffer from a redness in the face, paired with a bulbous nose. No, these are not traits that are akin to too much drinking (as it has been thought by some). Rather, it is a symptom of a skin problem known as rosacea. Again, oftentimes this is a procedure a cosmetic dermatologist can fix by both the use of lasers and of medication.

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Reasons Why You Should Go See a Cosmetic Dermatologist
By Vickie Faria

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Dermatology - What Does it Deal With ?

Dermatology is a branch of medicine that deals with skin and its diseases. It deals with both medical and surgical aspects. A dermatologist deals with cosmetic problems of the skin, scalp, hair and nails. This branch of medicine has several sub specialties.

Immunodermatology is a sub specialty that deals with the immunity of the skin and the diseases. Some of these diseases include bullous, lupus and pemphigoid. Others are pemphigus vulgaris and other skin disorders. Mohs surgery is a sub specialty that deals with the excision of skin cancers using a tissue-sparing technique. For physicians to be trained in this technique, they ought to have trained in both pathology and surgery.

Cosmetic dermatology is another sub specialty of this branch of medicine. It deals with things such as cosmetic surgery. Some of the cosmetic procedures include liposuction, blepharoplasty and face lifts. Most dermatologists limit their cosmetic practice to minimally invasive procedures. Teledermatology is a sub specialty that deals with options to view skin conditions over a large distance. This helps in the exchange of information. It also helps experts in the field to get a second opinion on certain issues. Through the exchange of information, the experts make follow-up on individuals with chronic skin conditions.

Dermatopathology deals with the pathology of the skin. This is a field that is shared by both dermatologists and pathologists. Pediatric dermatology is another sub specialty. This field deals with complex diseases of the neonates and other hereditary skin diseases. Some of the therapies provided by dermatologists include cosmetic filler injections, hair transplantation and laser therapy that helps in the management of birthmarks and skin disorders. They also offer photodynamic therapy in the cases of skin cancer and other precancerous growths.

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Dermatology - What Does it Deal With?
By Mercy Maranga

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How Hyaluronic Acid is Changing the Cosmetic Industry

We have never seen such a period of growth in cosmetic medicine. We live in an age where hair transplants; fat removal and breast augmentation have all progressed to the stage that they can be done without requiring hospital admission or even a general anaesthetic. It is a brave new world and one that will continue to progress into the emergent era of stem cell technology with new hair growth and breast tissue being prime examples of where this period will lead us. But at the moment we have Direct Hair Implants™ and Macrolane™.

Macrolane is a type of natural filler similar to some that we have been injecting into faces since 1996. It is made from hyaluronic acid, a compound that occurs naturally in the skin and connective tissue and is known to be present in every tissue of the body. Hyaluronic acid is an important cell constituent that retains water and also provides nutrients and removes waste from cells that do not have a direct blood supply, such as cartilage cells. Hyaluronic acid is found in the synovial joint fluid, the vitreous humour of the eye, the cartilage, blood vessels, extracellular matrix, skin and the umbilical cord.

The safety of hyaluronic acid has been clinically documented and supported by robust clinical studies, spanning over 10 years. The company that makes Macrolane has been making high purity stabilized Hyaluronic Acid gels in the form of an injectable dermal filler called Restylane since 1996. In this twelve year period over 8 million Restylane treatments have been successfully performed worldwide with a problem rate of about 1:20,000. This makes Restylane one of the most tried and tested dermal filler and is recognised in cosmetic dermatology as the benchmark for safety.

Pain, redness, itching, discoloration and tenderness at the point of injection are also common side effects that occur after a Restylane treatment. These effects usually subside within a day or two. Most side effects experienced by Restylane patients are classified as mild. However, roughly one in 2,000 patients suffer more serious reactions, such as tenderness, prolonged redness and acne-like skin formations. These side effects can last for only a few days after injection up to as long as four weeks after treatment. Hypersensitive skin is usually to blame for more serious reactions to Restylane.

There have been two pilot studies of body contouring with Macrolane™ to date that I am aware of. The first was done in 2002. It looked at using Macrolane to augment the breast of non-pregnant, non-breast-feeding females. These patients were watched for another 2 years to monitor safety and benefit. No serious adverse events were reported in the study. Treatment-related adverse events such as injection site pain and reaction were mild and transient in nature. The second study involved patients with concave body deformities following liposuction, surgical scars or post-traumatic fat atrophy.

We have already discussed the safety aspects of Hyaluronic Acid compounds but I feel there is more to it than this. We know patient demand for accessible non surgical, less invasive aesthetic treatments, which offer minimal downtime has being growing for some time. Personally, I feel this is the driving force behind this phenomenon. To be honest, cosmetic surgeons of late have not been bathed in glory in the press and patients are largely afraid to take the risk. Take barigastric banding. Obesity surgery not only helps people lose weight but also improves the associated co-morbidities of obesity such as diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), arthritis, joint pain, reflux, cardiovascular disease, stroke, various forms of cancer (including prostate, bowel and ovarian), and overall quality of life.

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How Hyaluronic Acid is Changing the Cosmetic Industry
By Patrick Treacy

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Instant Face Lifts Create Alternatives to Cosmetic Dermatology

Botox has virtually become a household term in recent years. Especially among older women, Botox treatments are believed by many to be the only surefire solution to combating signs of aging and reducing or eliminating wrinkles.

However, when it comes to electing to have a cosmetic procedure like Botox, there are other things to be concerned of beyond the needles. In some rare cases, Botox injections have actually caused patients to develop glaucoma. Among the more common side effects are the following:

-Bruising
-Numbness
-Muscle Spasms
-Headache
-Dryness of the Mouth
-Skin Rash
-Dizziness
-and more!

So, for those of us that consider any of the above to be deal breakers, are there any anti-aging options?

You may have heard recently about new "instant face lift" technology. Believe it or not, there are several quality face creams and serums on the market that can actually mimic the effects of cosmetic treatments such as Botox or Restylane.

It's important to note that you shouldn't expect to see results identical to those that you would get from a procedure performed by a cosmetic dermatologist. Think of an "instant face lift" as a close second. Additionally, if you already receive or perhaps plan to receive Botox or Restylane in the future, many types of instant face lifts are actually designed to work in conjunction with those procedures to enhance their effects.

Among the most popular instant face lift products on the market currently are Lift Sp Multi-Peptide Youth Serum, IQ Derma, and Belisi Instant Skin Tightener. You should do your own research to find which product is best for you. Remember that everyone's skin is a little different, and individual results may vary.

Check out Belisi Instant Skin Tightener to find out detailed information about the product and its ingredients. For more reviews and general skin care tips, be sure to check out Face Cream Central

Instant Face Lifts Create Alternatives to Cosmetic Dermatology
By Jason P Anderson

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Keeping New York Young - A Brief Look At The Cosmetic Dermatologist

When it comes to career paths, a career in a medical capacity will likely be very rewarding. As a doctor you can expect to earn an excellent wage, and you get to help people while you work. When you choose to become a general-practitioner, or a specialized surgeon you can expect to find employment right away, and earn wages that many people only dream about.

In New York one type of physician is currently in high demand. With a career in dermatology in the empire state, you can expect a starting wage that is $20,000 higher than in most places in the country. As you gain experience in your field, or further specialize you can earn a salary that far exceeds that of most physicians in the country.

In a recent New York Times article, reporter Natasha Singer stated that the average New York dermatologist earns $390,274/year. That is more than double the national average for most physician related fields.

One area where dermatologists work, to make top wages, is in the field of cosmetic dermatology. These specialized physicians work to keep the skin looking good, and help people to stay young. They use complicated equipment such as lasers to perform cosmetic procedures. They are the physicians who work to keep New York looking young.

If you chose to specialize in this field you would earn your wage doing some of the following procedures.

1. Hair Removal and Transplants

2. Botox, Restylane, and Collagen Injections

3. Liposuction

4. Spider and Varicose Vein Treatment

5. Laser Skin Resurfacing

6. Micro Abrasions

By choosing to specialize in cosmetic dermatology you have a chance to earn an even higher salary. Some of the top performing practitioners in this field earn wages that go into seven figures. As a private practice or working for someone else a career in cosmetic dermatology can be a very rewarding career (both financially and mentally).

Whether you choose to specialize or not, one thing is certain. Working as a dermatologist in the New York area will give you the right start in your career. The job outlook for this field is excellent and as a highly trained physician you will not have any trouble finding work. You'll likely find that you have your choice of places to work, and with by earning a top wage you'll erase those student loans quickly.

Rita Henry is a contributing editor to Get Dermatologist Jobs, a leading job site for the Dermatology Industry. For more information about dermatologist jobs in New York and dermatologist salaries in New York visit Get Dermatologist Jobs today!

Keeping New York Young - A Brief Look At The Cosmetic Dermatologist
By Rita Henry

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Can There be Safer Alternatives to Cosmetic Dermatology, Dermabrasion, and Face-lifts?

Can There be Safer Alternatives to Cosmetic Dermatology,
Dermabrasion, and Face-lifts ?

With recent advances in the field of cosmetic dermatology, cosmetic surgeons claim that cosmetic surgeries of face lift, dermabrasion and fat grafting, artificial collagen restoration etc. have become easier and more affordable for more and more people to achieve the perfect looking skin that they crave for.

In cases of surgeries of cosmetic dermatology, there has always been the risk of intense bruising and the scars that those leave behind, which even the most sophisticated surgeons have not been able to diminish fully. Apart from the effects of dermabrasion, microdermabrasion and laser resurfacing, Botox therapy and collagen restoration surgeries too have been quite fatal, as far as the safety aspects of the anti-aging skin care is concerned.

Dermabrasion uses surgical instruments to remove the affected skin layers and may not always prove to be a simple and pain-free solution to your facial problems. Instead, a chemical peel is used more often to treat fine wrinkles.

Though surgeons say that there aren't any recorded ill effects of dermabrasion, those who've undergone this surgical procedure know how painful it is. In fact, dermabrasion is not welcome by most people, particularly the older generation, because it is not only a painful exercise, but also need a 'time-out' in most cases. Alternative pain-free and safe solutions available from premier dermal therapy product companies help extend cell life and reducing potential ill affects of demabrasion.

This revolution has come as various manufacturers of skin-related drugs have been striving to enrich the science of dermatology by continuously inventing new methods of painless, safe and cost-effective treatment of skin diseases and anomalies for people of all age groups.

Anti-aging Process Therapies: These include an endless number of gels, creams and patches that are a superior substitute to surgery and other methods of medication in dermatology. They not only help in stemming the aging process, but also alleviate sufferings of painful surgery among the old age people. While there are transdermal (through-the-skin) therapies like OHT Peptide-3, there are also tanning towels and scar therapy patches that are used by the young and the old alike.

Deep Skin Cleansing Therapies: A number of products are marketed that help in deep skin cleansing and return the youthful glow on your face. While On-The-Spot Acne Patches help heal pimples by directing maximum strength acne medicine straight to the pimple - and keeping it there all night long, super-deluxe versions of Deep Cleansing pore strips clean your clogged pores. On the other hand, wart remover patches are a medicated treatment for the fast, effective removal of warts, redefining dermatology in the process!

Then there are a slew of discount beauty supply offers, including anti-aging skin care infused with botanicals, anti-oxidants and technologically advanced ingredients that take skin care to a new level.

The therapeutic benefits of a skin care cream made from elements of Mother Nature, either in the form of an anti-wrinkle cream or a stretch mark removing cream, are reaching sophisticated women today through websites of natural skin care product dealers. Working as online stores, they offer dry skin care and other skin care remedies in the form of luscious crème masks, herbal lotions and other nature-based therapies with restorative botanicals and animal proteins, improving skin tone and texture and maintaining skin elasticity.

While the *Botox® therapy, cosmetic peels and micro dermabrasion have been ever-growing obsessions for people with acne, pigmentation, wrinkles and other acute skin problems, the dry skin care cream, anti-wrinkle cream and stretch mark removing cream carry the latest non surgical face lift or face rejuvenation techniques along with full information of their basic natural ingredients. The non-surgical face-lift these products offer is 100% safe, toxin-free and cost-effective to a great extent.

What are you waiting for, then? Go for these “non-surgical” face-lifts to give your skin new life!

Lopa Bhattacharya is a content writer/developer working for various overseas corporate website projects, CD-Rom presentations, brochures, flyers and other communication materials). Has worked on numerous SEO copywriting projects on varied themes ranging from travel, hotel industry, photography, web design and software development to US-based clubs and network communities. Was previously an editorial associate for the news, culture and entertainment portal based on the life and times of Kolkata.

Can There be Safer Alternatives to Cosmetic Dermatology,
Dermabrasion, and Face-lifts?
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All About Cosmetic Dermatology

Cosmetic Dermatology is a field of medicine that deals with the skin abnormalities and diseases, its cure, prevention and medication. Dermatologist, as they were known, has extensive knowledge and training to provide best possible treatment for a specific skin condition.

Dermatologist can perform a variety of cosmetic works. Upon consultation and undergoing medication on their supervision, they can prescribe medication such as antibiotic in the form of capsule or ointment for skin problems and diseases.

They are capable of performing simple and latest treatment such as skin peeling for acne prevention and the use of laser technology for wrinkle treatment, aging remedies and many other forms of treatments.

For those who are looking for a way to remove fat, a dermatologist is the person you are likely to seek help from. dermatologists have gone through variety of trainings to be able to provide for you the best possible treatment for your specific condition.

Dermatologists are available in their clinic and hospital for consultation on your cosmetic needs. They will talk to you about the causes and treatment needed for your skin problems.

They will provide you explanation that they will perform and how the procedures will go. And while under medication.

They will inform you of the progress of the treatment. Cooperation with the Dermatologist is important to make the cosmetic treatment successful.

Behzad Mahmoudi writes about different issues including Cosmetic Dermatology subject in his weblog.

All About Cosmetic Dermatology
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Acne - American Academy of Dermatology Promotes Alternatives to Antibiotics

While the spotlight has recently been on revolutionary acne treatments such as laser and light-based therapies, there have been huge advances in oral medications used to treat acne. Many dermatologists believe that oral medications still offer the best long term results for acne sufferers, but traditional antibiotics have many drawbacks in that they need to be taken on an empty stomach, they can cause yeast infections, and long term use can lead to bacterial resistance.

This article will outline a few of the alternative oral medications that were discussed at the American Academy of Dermatology´s Summer Academy Meeting in 2007.

- Extended-release minocycline to treat acne

Immediate-release minocycline has previously been used to treat acne, but the peak serum levels in the blood that it can cause often lead to side effects such as dizziness, headaches and nausea. Using extended-release minocycline reduces the peak serum levels, reducing these potential side effects. This oral medication is taken once per day and can be taken on a full or empty stomach making it a convenient alternative to medications that need to be taken a certain time before meals.

- Using a 'step down' approach with antibiotics and a topical retinoid

To combat the issue of bacterial resistance from long term antibiotic use, dermatologists are recommending a 'step down' approach to acne therapy. This means taking an oral antibiotic in conjunction with a topical retinoid for a short period of time to kick start the treatment, and then stopping the antibiotic and continuing using just the topical retinoid. This process has had excellent results, and clinical studies have shown that in most cases acne continues to improve after the antibiotic course has been discontinued.

- Using anti-inflammatory medications to treat acne

Dermatologists have discovered that anti-inflammatory oral medications can be very effective at decreasing the severity of acne. A new anti-inflammatory medication that has been FDA approved for the treatment of acne rosacea is controlled-release doxycycline, which works by reducing the swelling and redness associated with acne.

Anti-inflammatory drugs will not actually get rid of acne as the bacteria that causes the spot is not destroyed or removed. However, those people who find that antibiotic treatments can cause the onset of yeast infections, may prefer to use anti-inflammatory medications that can provide a significant improvement in the appearance of their acne.

- Early signs that incyclinide could help to treat acne

In the next few years it is expected that incyclinide could be added to the menu of oral medications used to treat acne and acne rosacea. A modified tetracycline, it is currently in its second phase of clinical trials and it looks likely that it will provide another effective alternative to antibiotic treatments.

- Consult a dermatologist to determine the best oral medication for you

With an ever expanding range of medications available to treat acne, it is crucial that you consult a dermatologist at the earliest opportunity to determine the most appropriate course of treatment for your particular condition. Oral medications used to treat acne do not work instantly, and it may be six to eight weeks before you start to see any improvement at all. With a little patience and careful adherence to your dermatologist's instructions, many cases of acne can be effectively treated with oral medications.

Lisa Janse is a professional writer specialising in health topics. You can read more practical and interesting facts about Acne Scars by visiting http://www.adultacnescars.com

Acne - American Academy of Dermatology Promotes Alternatives to Antibiotics
By Lisa Janse

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Instant Face Lifts Create Alternatives to Cosmetic Dermatology By Jason P Anderson

Instant Face Lifts Create Alternatives to Cosmetic Dermatology

-Bruising
-Numbness
-Muscle Spasms
-Headache
-Dryness of the Mouth
-Skin Rash
-Dizziness
-and more!

So, for those of us that consider any of the above to be deal breakers, are there any anti-aging options?

Check out Belisi Instant Skin Tightener to find out detailed information about the product and its ingredients. For more reviews and general skin care tips, be sure to check out Face Cream Central

Instant Face Lifts Create Alternatives to Cosmetic Dermatology
By Jason P Anderson

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Halotherapy a Natural Remedy For Treatment of Respiratory, Dermatology and Cosmetology Problems By Richard Zagrobelny

Halotherapy a Natural Remedy For Treatment of Respiratory, Dermatology and Cosmetology Problems

Halotherapy or salt therapy uses dry aerosol of salt micro particles and minerals to treat respiratory and dermatological ailments and replicates conditions of treatment that has been practiced in European salt mines since early 19th century. It is a physical, non invasive, drug free and safe therapy.

It can be used as a complementary treatment to prescribed medications or as a sole treatment. When Halotherapy is used as a complementary treatment, it can increase the effectiveness of prescribed medications, and decrease their amount.

Very important factor in the effectiveness of Halotherapy is negative ionization of dry salt aerosol micro particles. Negative ions are very beneficial for humans. In certain hills and mountain areas nature produces high concentration of negative ions. In part this is because in the mountains there is less dust in the air to consume the negative ions. Throughout history mankind has gone to hilly areas to rest and recuperate, particularly from respiratory diseases.

The energy in moving waters also generates a lot of negative ions. As a waterfall is tumbling over rocks or waves are crushing on the seashore, the positive charge remains in the larger drops and the negative charge flies free with the fine spray, forming negative ions. At waterfalls everybody swimming and breathing in the mist usually laughs and talks loudly, and that is because they are absorbing Life Force in the form of negative ions and oxygen.

Experiments showed that cilia of the trachea, or windpipes, are stimulated by negative ions and depressed by positive ions. Human cilia are microscopic hairs that maintain whiplike motion while cleaning the air we inhale of dust and pollen and other matter that should not reach the lungs.

Another tests, on athletes subjected to negative ions environment demonstrated considerable improvement in general physical and mental tone, in cheerfulness, energy, appetite, and in the ability to sleep soundly.

In 1966 at a hospital in Jerusalem, doctors performed a series of tests on thirty eight infants between two and twelve months old. All suffered from respiratory problems. The research reported that negative ions without any other treatment seem to cure attacks of asthma and bronchitis more quickly than drugs. They also observed that there were no adverse side effects frequently found when treating such children with drugs.

Halotherapy, Dry Saline Aerosol Therapy has been developed on the basis of Speleotherapy - underground natural healing rock salt chambers.

The beneficial health effects of the microclimate of salt mines have been known for centuries. Even before they were first described in a book published by a Polish physician Feliks Boczkowski in 1843. Since then, the practice of bringing patients with respiratory diseases down to the salt mines for healing spread throughout Europe, and it has become a standard feature of Spa treatment of respiratory diseases.

In the 1980s Eastern European scientists began to build Halotherapy chambers that re-created in clinics and other above ground facilities the microclimate of salt mines. These Halo chambers have floors and walls lined with rock salt. Patients sit in the Halo chamber (salt therapy room) for 45 minutes per session while music and aesthetical, natural environment creates a relaxed mood that promotes healing.

Salt covering of Halotherapy chamber surfaces is performed chiefly to deliver negative ion environment (like water falls, pine forests, ocean and sea shores). Another major reason is to deliver an aesthetic function for stress reduction, which is a powerful psychological effect contributing to healing.

Is it necessary to use Dry Saline Generator (Halogenerator) in a salt therapy room which surfaces are covered with salt? Concentration of 3-5 mg of particles of minerals per cubic meter, with breathable particles of 1-5 micrometers is absolutely necessary for creating right healing Halotherapy environment. This factor has been investigated by experts and is very well known. It has been proven that this concentration of minerals has a critical importance for therapeutic action in the respiratory tract.

It is the dry salt aerosol that protects the air of the underground Speleo-chambers. It keeps it sterile and amicrobic (not caused by or related to microbes). So in order to re-create this microclimate in artificially created Halotherapy chambers all surfaces are covered with salt, and dry saline aerosol is delivered by Halogenerator (Dry Salt Aerosol Generator).

Dry Saline Generators are certified as medical devices in European countries, and are in use throughout Europe, and are starting to spread to North America with increasing intensity.

At the end of the day it all comes back to the old Naturopathic saying: "The closer we are to Nature, the healthier we are. The further away from her we get, the more diseases we have"
- Father Sebastian Kneipp, a famous naturopath (1846).

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Disclaimer:
The information in this article should not be considered medical advice. The information in this article is not meant to treat, diagnose, prescribe or cure any ailment. Always consult with your physician before taking any products or following any advice you have read in this article.

MSc. Eng. PE. Majored in Chemical Engineering. Specialized in the science of water purification. Fifteen years ago took interest in natural healing methods, which led him to the area of salt therapy and its devices. http://www.iriswellbeing.com

Halotherapy a Natural Remedy For Treatment of Respiratory, Dermatology and Cosmetology Problems
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Laser Dermatology - Focused Light to Treat the Skin By C. Smithson