13 20 May 2006 May 2006 By Kimberly Kennedy Cincinnati Woman Magazine Skin Chemical Peel, Laser Resurfacing and I.P.L. (below): Cause top skin layer to slough off, minimizing birthmarks, spots, wrinkles, scars and large pores. Stimulate production of new cells and collagen, improving complexion. Mild discomfort. Use camouflage makeup to minimize redness. Chemical Peel : Liquid chemical applied topically. Light, medium, or deep resurfacing. $60-900. Laser Resurfacing (Co2 and Erbium): Can treat Rosacea (sometimes covered by insurance) and Melasma (hyperpigmentation) which is large brown spots common after pregnancy or use of birth control pills. Mild bruising. One to five treatments, $250-3500. Intense Pulsed Light Therapy: Intense light flashed through a glass prism directed at treatment area. Mild swelling. Rare complications include scarring and permanent pigment changes. Two+ treatments: $250- 1000. Microdermabrasion : Facial exfoliation procedure which “sandblasts” skin with ultra- fine crystals to remove top layer of dead skin cells. Stimulates new cells and collagen. Quick and painless. Improves complexion with no side effects or downtime-great before a special event! Lasts 3-6 weeks. Effective on all skin colors and types. $110. Laser Spider Vein Removal: Works below skin surface. Permanent results, with annual treatments to remove new ones. Minor discomfort and bruising. $250+ for 15 minutes. Botox: Injections to weaken facial muscles which create wrinkles. Results within a few days; no side effects; minimal discomfort. Lasts 6 months. $260-725. Dermal Fillers: Injections to soften folds and wrinkles or augment lips, cheeks or depressions. (Augmentation can also be done with dermal implants.) Local anesthetic. Immediate results; mild bruising and swelling possible. Lasts 3-14 months. $325-725. Lipoinjection: Fat removed from other areas is reinjected to augment lips, chin or depressions. Permanent results, but 50% reabsorbed and may require second treatment. Teeth Filling Replacement: Replace metal with tooth- colored resin material. Lasts indefinitely. $120- 250 each. Whitening: Tooth-whitening systems, more effective than over-the-counter products, with ability to treat even stubborn tetracycline stains. Dr. McIntosh uses Zoom: Light- activated bleach material placed on teeth, condensing two-week treatment to two hours. Great for patients sensitive to bleach. Results: 4-8 shades lighter. Maintenance every 6-18 months. $600. Veneers: Thin porcelain shell bonded to tooth front, changing shape, size, color. Treats crowding, spaces, crookedness, discoloration in two appointments. Dr. McIntosh bonds temporaries at first appointment and creates preview model; alterations can be made before final cementing. No adjustment period; lasts decades. $1200 per tooth. Bonding: Filling material spread over tooth and molded to desired shape. Corrects color and covers spaces. Doesn't last as long as veneers. $600 per tooth. Crowns : Tooth is covered with porcelain (sometimes with metal substructure). Repairs broken tooth. $850-1200 each, sometimes covered by insurance. Recontouring: Polishing disc grinds away part of tooth creating more natural shape. $50-150 total. Kimberly Kennedy is a local freelance writer. Dr Porras doing a computarized skin analysis for one of her patients. Cosmetic Proceedures and Pricing Baldwin Music Education Center Every Life Needs Music! For almost 40 years, Baldwin Music Education Center has provided the perfect music programs for children. Group classes available for students ages 6- months to 4th grade. Research proves that music is great for kids — call today to find out more! ♦ Conveniently located ♦ Trained group music teachers ♦ Sibling discounts www.baldwinmusiceducenter.com Tel: 513-351-1109 FAIRFIELD 7285 Dixie Highway • Fairfield, OH 45014 (513) 860-2882 • www.laserwebtag.com Laser Web Laser Tag, Cincinnati’s Largest Multi-Level Tag Center 10,000 square feet of newly redesigned pulse pounding excitement Featuring brand new state-of-the-art laser tag equipment Check out “The Web” on the web at www.laserwebtag.com 7285 Dixie Highway in Fairfield, one-half mile north of I-275 Call (513) 860-2882 to schedule your next party, event, or group “Laser Web… Taking Laser Tag to the next level!” Don’t Miss An Issue — Send your name and address and a $15 Check to: Cincinnati Woman Magazine, Attn: Subscriptions P.O. Box 8170, West Chester, OH 45069