6 posts tagged “treatment”
About Mulberry House Clinic:
Mulberry House Clinic and Laser Centre is a very successful cosmetic treatment centre run by husband and wife team Dr John and Elizabeth Tanqueray. The clinic was established at the start of 2003, initially offering a limited range of treatments. However, over the years, John and Elizabeth have developed the widest range of non-surgical treatment options in the region.
The clinic is based in a Georgian House in the village of Hardingstone, just outside Northampton. We are just 5 minutes from junction 15 of the M1 motorway, and parking is available in the grounds of the house.
We are proud that we have a loyal client base as this is a strong indicator of how pleased our clients are with the service we provide. Many of our new clients have been referred by personal recommendation.
We base our treatments on medical principles to ensure that clients are fully informed of the range of options available to them. We are very honest and make sure visitors to Mulberry House Clinic are fully aware of any potential side-effects or problems. We operate in a highly ethical way, and will not recommend any treatment unless we feel it is the most appropriate option for you. We are unique in that we are prepared to recommend medical colleagues elsewhere if we believe that there could be a more appropriate treatment for you that we do not offer ourselves.
We offer treatments that can improve your life. Many people go through life unhappy with how they look but they are unaware that a small cosmetic treatment can drastically enhance their self-confidence as well as appearance.
Treatments can be used to:
- Improve lines, wrinkles and skin texture
- Restore lost volume under the skin
- Reduce pigmentation and redness
- Tighten the skin
- Reduce localised fat and cellulite
- Reduce acne outbreaks and improve acne scarring.
Treatments we offer include:
- Muscle-relaxing injections
- Dermal fillers such as Restylane and Juvederm
- Sculptra
- Facial peels
- Microdermabrasion
- Laser Hair Removal
- Rosacea treatment
- Acne treatment
- Treatment for facial threadveins and redness
- Treatment for pigmentation
- Prescription skincare
- Sclerotherapy for leg veins
- Thermage
- Thermacell
- Plasma Skin Regeneration - Portrait
- Localised fat reduction
- Improvement in skin for the hands/neck and décolleté
Dr Tanqueray offers a consultation with no obligation. We are very happy for you to take time to consider what, if any, treatment you would like, and guarantee that you will not experience any “hard-sell” approach. We are medical professionals, not sales people.
About John & Elizabeth Tanqueray:
Dr John Tanqueray qualified in medicine at Cambridge University in 1984. After his junior hospital posts he entered General Practice.
He works 3 days a week at Mulberry House Clinic and is a General Practitioner on the other 2 days per week.
He is a member of the British Association of Cosmetic Doctors (BACD) and the British Medical Laser Association.
He is registered with the General Medical Council (number 3010756)
Elizabeth Tanqueray qualified as a Registered General Nurse from University College Hospital in London in 1981, and has hospital experience as Sister in charge of Coronary Care and Intensive Care Units.
She works in the Research Department at Northampton General Hospital, and the rest of the time at Mulberry House Clinic.
To more information on our treatments or to book a consultation at Mulberry House contact us on 0844 880 7728 or visit www.cosmeticclinics.co.uk or www.lasertreatmentsnorthampton.co.uk
Mesotherapy is a technique designed to introduce a small amount of active ingredient/product into the superficial layers of the skin (mesoderm) in order to achieve a protector aim depending on the type of product used.
Mesotherapy is used in various areas of medicine for example rheumatology and also in support medicine; it is used for pain relief and cosmetic medicine for rejuvenation purposes.
It is particularly good to rejuvenate the superficial layers of the skin and target fine lines and wrinkles that are usually seen on the surface as a criss-cross pattern which is very difficult to treat via other means.
It can be used to treat such lines on the face, not only on the face but also décolleté, neck and hands, which are very popular areas.
Depending on the active ingredient used for the purpose there are different goals that can be achieved with mesotherapy. For example, their products are aimed at treating alopecia, and there are other products that contain small amounts of non-cross linked hylauronic acid which is very pure and by injecting this into the skin it plumps up the fine lines and just gives a very hydrating effect on the skin without making it look lumpy.
Also products like polilatic acid can be injected to achieve some skin tightening and salmon calcutoning can be injected to give the skin a nice healthy glow because this product has a vasial dilatory property.
Recently, a new technique was developed by which a very small amount of Botulinum toxin or Botox is diluted into a larger amount of skin hydrating agents like vitamins and minerals and injected into the skin in a mesotheraputic fashion in order to achieve filler effect of reducing fine lines and wrinkles which are due to attachment of small muscle fibres to the skin that pull the skin and create both lines which cannot really be treated by any other means. By adding vitamins and minerals to the skin that achieves re-hydration and the total effect is smoother and plumper skin without the very fine criss cross pattern of lines that can be seen especially if using a magnifying mirror and that worries a lot of women when they look at the mirror and again the decollette is a very specific area which very rarely responds to anything else rather than mesotherapy.
Considering the small amounts of Botox that I have given via this technique it does not by any means achieve any so called frozen look and only effects those very superficial muscles that sometimes pull on the skin creating very fine lines sometimes even puckering effect on the skin. The patient is able to fully move all muscles and there is no changes in expression. If they want to treat things like frown lines or crows feet properly then they should have a proper Botox treatment which involves much higher doses and it is a completely different type of treatment form meso-botox.
Usually the treatment will involve a course of six every 2-4 weeks depending on the problem and then again maintenance every 6-12 months depending on the problem and the amount of sun damage that the patient incurs in the interim period.
Continuing from our previous article we will discuss the texture changes that can be responsible for dark circles and ways to combat them.
Hollow Eyes
Hollowing
under the eyes creates the so called exposed ‘tear trophs’ or ‘tear
ducts’ which is a groove running from the inside corner of the eye to
the lower part of the eyelid and quite often into the cheek.
This is usually related to the normal ageing process. We loose approximately 5 ml of fat from our face every year and this fat loss is what is to blame for the appearance of deep folds and sagging in the skin as well as hollowing of the cheeks and eyes.
The human face can be likened to a balloon which is well inflated when we are young and our faces are full of “puppy fat” and gradually deflates with age as we loose fat. This process can be greatly accelerated by a rapid weight loss following yo-yo dieting. The skin is often unable to adapt to the rapid change of volume and sags as opposed to recoiling back into the new shape and can lead to premature ageing and increased wrinkles. In younger individuals and also in males, where the skin is thicker and more elastic yo-yo dieting is less risky. However women over 30 yrs should be careful and plan any weight loss over a longer period of time in order to avoid this problem.
Hollow eyes can also be hereditary in which case they are apparent from a very early age (usually 20 -25 yrs). We ask patients to bring photographs of themselves when they were younger and also pictures of their parents. This is useful to determine hereditary factors.
One important cause of premature eye hollowing is following surgery to the lower eye lid (lower blepharoplasty). When the problem is lower eyelid bags many patients resort to surgery which can be effective way of removing the bags. ‘Eye-bags’ are due to protruding fat and therefore removing some fat usually brings an immediate good result. However in the long term this lack of fat together with the natural ageing process can speed up the appearance of hollowing around the eye. There are many techniques for operating on the lower eyelid and some of the older methods involved removing too much fat. Modern techniques used in today’s surgery are more sparing towards the eyelid fat and involve repositioning of the fat rather than removal.
Treatment
The best treatment for correcting hollow eyes is by using a non-permanent dermal filler. My choice when it comes to dermal fillers
is stabilised hyaluronic acid. The advantage of using this type product
is that the effects can be fully reversed even earlier than the natural
absorption of the product, which can be reassuring to the patient.
The dermal filler is placed deep over the bone in order to fill in the groove. The procedure is almost painless and rarely requires an anaesthetic. The success rate is very high ( 80 -90%) and the results can last for over a year. It can however be a dangerous procedure in un-experienced practitioner as it can quickly turn the hollow eyes into baggy eyes if the product is placed incorrectly i.e. too superficial. For this reason always seek out an experianced cosmetician and go ensure you are completely happy with everything discussed with you. If you have any questions, you should always ask them.
Over the next few weeks we will outline the differing reasons or causes for dark cirles under the eyes and wat treatments are avialble to combat them, so keep an eye out for Part 3!
by Lucy Glancey
For more information on dark circles, treatments and dermal fillers, visit www.cosmeticclinics.co.uk or www.glanceymedical.co.uk
Dark circles under the eyes together with cellulite are probably the most commonly talked about aesthetic imperfection. This is partly due to the fact that there is very little one can do to completely eliminate either of them. For both conditions a variety of over the counter creams are sold that promise the world but deliver less than modest results, as many of us who have tried them can confirm. However in the treatment of dark circles new advances in cosmetic medicine, such as laser surgery and dermal fillers, the condition can be improved up to 80 – 90 % (depending on the reason for the dark circles) which is good news for those who have been long suffering.
What are dark circles?
This
is the appearance of different colour, texture or a mixture of both on
the lower eyelid area. It is far more difficult to treat the so called
complex circles where there is a combination of colour difference and
textural changes. In our clinic we use grading system for patients with
dark circles. There are 4 grades;
Grade 1 – these are very mild and only visible without any make up. They disappear totally when make up or concealer is applied.
Grade 2 – these are visible even with make-up but of moderate severity. A good way to demonstrate grades 1 and 2 better and especially for the purposes of medical photographs is to ask the patient to put their chin down and look up to the ceiling without moving their head. This is important when we take before and after pictures in order to clearly demonstrate the results of the treatment
Grade 3 – these are severe and give the impression of baggy eyes (the so called false or pseudo – eye bags)
Grade 4 – these are the complex dark circles where there is a combination of not only texture but a colour change as well. They require more treatment sessions compared to the other grades.
Over the next few weeks we will outline the differing reasons or causes for dark cirles under the eyes and wat treatments are avialble to combat them.
by Lucy Glancey
For more information on dark circles, treatmetns and dermal fillers, visit www.cosmeticclinic.co.uk or www.glanceymedical.co.uk
The basic methodology behind laser hair removal is that the lights seek out the melanin in the follicle of the hair itself, and then permanently removes the hair. The ideal candidates for laser hair removal will have light skin and dark hair. Common sites to have laser hair removal include, but are not limited to, the following areas: upper lip, chin, shoulders, back, abdomen, pubic area, chest, arms, legs and thighs.
The benefits of laser hair removal are numerous. Instead of the inconvenience of resorting to the temporary means of shaving, or resorting to more painful electrolysis, you can go a mere 5-7 times for Laser treatment and find yourself hair free in a relatively short time. Most dermatologists that offer laser hair removal space out the treatments between 3-12 weeks. This largely depends on your own reactions to the treatment, your skin type, how much hair you are removing, and the removal site.
There are a few other factors to hair removal to consider as well. For example, a person getting their back or legs done would have to go through less sessions than one getting any area on the face treated. Proper research of your dermatologist of choice, as well as the treatment in general is important. Like any other sort of treatments, there are risks. These can range from mild reactions like acne or small white spots on the skin to minimal or heavy swelling.
Most do not experience such adverse reactions, but you should always report any issues you might end up having. All in all, laser hair removal is a fairly painless procedure that leaves you with smooth hairless, bump free skin. All this at a good price, with the advantage of not having to keep a supply of razors and other costly supplies leaves little to no doubt as to the proper choice.
Originally
developed by scientists to treat muscle spasms in the eye region, the
Clostridium Botulinum bacterium we know today as Botox is one of the most highly desired anti-aging treatments available on the market today.
Thanks in part to Hollywood; the supply and demand has risen so wildly that Botox is quickly becoming an affordable luxury, even for middle class mums and dads who secretly crave that "ten-year younger" look. Below, you'll read about several sensational benefits of getting a Botox treatment.
1. Anti-Aging - Without a doubt, this is the most popular reason that Botox injections are administered by trained medical professionals every single day. The ability to walk into a clinic and receive a treatment that reduces those highly noticeable wrinkle regions such as crow’s feet, frown lines and brow lines, is nothing short of a modern day fashion miracle. How would you like to walk into a room and drop jaws because you look like you're 10 years younger? That's quite a common reaction that many Botox recipients receive, and with today's more lenient societal acceptance of cosmetic enhancements, one no longer has to keep it a secret.
2. Migraine Killer - Statistics say that over 6 million people in the UK are affected by the dreaded migraine headache. Thanks to recent breakthroughs with the help of modern day medical science, it's been discovered that Botox treatments won't only give you the ability to look twenty years younger, but it can also be used to treat and lessen migraines. For those with especially debilitating migraine issues, this is phenomenal news.
3. Prostate Shrinker - Another absolutely amazing discovery (and also a reason to bring your hubby to the doc's office) is that Botox, when injected into the male prostate gland, can actually give relief to those with enlarged prostates. The effect lasts up to a year, and the main reason it works is simple - it shrinks the gland, which in turn reduces the annoying and painful effects of an enlarged prostate such as frequent urination and urinary tract infections.
4. Excess sweating – Also known as Hyperhidrosis, this form of excess sweating can be generalized or localised to specific parts of the body. Hands, feet, armpits and the groin are among the typical regions of perspiration due to the relatively high concentration of sweat glands; however, any part of the body may be affected. Botox injections can be used to effectively reduce this sweating even where traditional toiletries such as anti-perspirants and talc have failed.
All in all, Botox, while having some potential for minor side effects, is a rock star substance that seems to be solving new problems every day. It is always advised to check with a qualified cosmetic doctor first, but if you're ready to treat yourself, both materialistically and medically, then Botox just may be the magic shot you need.
