Casey Powell PA

Have you noticed slight changes in your facial expressions? Perhaps a few depressions and fine lines forming around your face?  Have you noticed that your cheek areas have lost some volume?  If the answer to these questions is “Yes” then there is an easy solution. In this post, we will discuss injectable fillers that can bring back lost volume, smooth out fine lines, and enhance facial contours. What are Injectable Fillers? With the use of a syringe, a dermal filler is injected into the treatment area. Injectable fillers contain a key ingredient called “Hyaluronic Acid” which is highly effective in smoothing lines, restoring volume, and improving the overall quality of your skin. During your consultation, the cosmetic injector will identify the areas of concern and will choose the correct filler from an array of available injectables. All procedures are quick and easy and involve little to no downtime.   Advantages of Injectables Minimally Invasive – Inje...

Until recently, the term “Face Lift” was synonymous to an expensive invasive surgical procedure with long recovery, anaesthesia risks, and the possibility of post-surgical revisions.  A plastic surgeon was the only option for this procedure.  However, with the recent advancements in the nonsurgical aesthetic medical industry, the need for invasive facial surgery may very well become a thing of the past. Nonsurgical options for improving the looks of our skin, lifting lax tissue and stimulating collagen can result in much better results compared to the old surgical face lift and are much less expensive in today’s world.  With the recent advances in Aesthetic Medicine, there are many options to consider before opting for the traditional surgical procedure (i.e. skincare, lasers, botox, the thread lift and, of course, injectables).  Facial Fillers have become the gold standard in producing dramatic results for many happy patients who wish to enhance their appearan...

"A warm smile is the universal language of kindness" - William Arthur Ward A lifetime of frequent smiles is certainly a good thing and for many reasons.  Smiling is often equated to happiness, compassion, and a "life well lived."  Unfortunately, it can also take a minor toll on our faces.  Over the course of time, smile lines and laugh lines begin to form around the lip and mouth regions and eventually become prominent.  Should this condition ever become a concern, there are several simple filler procedures for the targeted areas that can help you.                             BEFORE                                          AFTER Men or women who begin to notice fine lines around their lips and mouth are the most eligible candidates for this treatment.  Your Skincare Profe...

Cosmetic Laser Treatments have become a paramount solution in effectively addressing a host of skin irregularities including facial lines, blemishes, redness, sun damage and acne scars.  Several varieties of laser treatments using different laser energies effectively target and remedy each particular diagnosis.  Light/Photo energies target and remedy pigmentation and redness issues.  Thulium and Erbium energies are an effective treatment for skin resurfacing.  Finally, Radio Frequency Energies are effective for deep skin tightening.  In all laser scenarios, as the treatment area heals, the end result is a significantly improved and revitalized appearance without the need of full cosmetic surgery.   Below are some of the more popular laser treatment options which are available. ThermiSmooth RF :   ThermiSmooth RF heats the treatment area at a selected therapeutic temperature to contract collagen molecules and stimulate collagen prod...

Fillers are rapidly becoming the gold standard as a solution to treat a variety of concerns.  While the face remains the most common area for filler treatments, there are additional filler treatments that are more suited for other areas of the body, as well.  Given the advancement of science and technology, let's explore several of the more popular filler treatments below.  best filler for cheeks Sculptra:   Sculptra is an amazing cheek filler. Sculptra is an injectable biostimulator that binds to your own collagen producing cells and wakes them up to start producing collagen.  Sculptra rebuilds the inner structure of the skin over time to replenish lost volume. It continues to be a natural choice for many when it comes to smoothing out facial areas. Unlike hyaluronic fillers that provide instant results, Sculptra renders results gradually and works by stimulating the natural production of collagen.  The results from Sculptra often last ov...

Youthful looking skin for both men and women is achieved by treatments aimed at managing pigmentation, improving skin texture, stimulating collagen, and keeping the pores and skin clean.  A chemical peel will treat the above issues and will go a long way in the proper long-term care for your skin.  Chemical Peels vary and, depending on the type of chemical peel, you can expect downtime to range from as little as 1 day upwards to 14 days.   A skilled Skin Care Specialist will evaluate your individual situation and will make the correct recommendations to you for your chemical peel. Below are some of the more popular chemical peels that are available. The Cosmelan 2 Peel Hyper-Pigmentation  is a condition caused by abnormal production of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color. Causes may include genetics, hormones, sun exposure, and trauma. The Cosmelan 2 Peel treats this condition and is applied in office, worn home, and easi...

Hi Everyone, it's Casey!  Every so often, I like to share a touching moment on my blog that really reminds me just how much I love my job.   The other day, I received the nicest hand written letter in the mail from a patient of mine.  The fact that this person took the time to sit down and write me a letter means so much to me and it warms my heart.  It's so rewarding to work closely with each of my patients and it's a true honor to help each them achieve their desired goals.  The letter below is from a recent Kybella patient and is posted with permission. Dear Casey, Just a quick note to share with you my sincere gratitude for my Kybella treatment.  As you know, I was a little nervous about this and I really didn't know what to expect as this was my very first cosmetic procedure ever.  I was elated to discover that the actual procedure was surprisingly easy and rather pain free.  I experienced only minor discomfort for a few hour...