ccdmjhill, Author at Old Town Med Spa

Why Visit a Medical Spa?

The number of people who visit a medical spa seems to grow more every year. Part of the increased interest in medical spas comes from the fact that people are interested in taking steps to improve their external appearance while getting to the root of their cosmetic problem. Medical spas are making this a reality.

It’s not just women who visit med spas. Both men and women do, and they are happy to reap the benefits that come from the face and body treatments that centers such as Old Town Medspa provide.

What Makes a Medical Spa Different Than a Day Spa?

At their core, med spas are really medical facilities. Unlike a day spa that is solely concerned with providing you a comfortable atmosphere to receive relaxing, pampering therapies, a medical spa is designed to combine therapeutic medical treatments with the medical personnel you would find at a doctor’s office.

At a med spa, you will consult with certified medical professionals. We always make sure to talk to you about your health, your health history and how well a particular treatment might work for you. You are going to be able to benefit from the wisdom of doctors, nurses and other trained medical professionals who have years of experience administering the medical cosmetic therapies you would like to receive.

What to Expect at the End of Your Visit

At the end of your treatment session, you will once again be able to meet with our medical experts. This will be your chance to both talk about the treatment you just received and discuss what steps you can take to ensure you get the best, longest-lasting results.

A good medical spa will be run by one or more doctors. This ensures that the treatment that you receive is in-depth and tailored to your needs, and you walk away with the knowledge of both the procedure you had done and how exactly it has improved your cosmetic concerns.

The professional atmosphere that you will find at a medical spa is a confidence builder. This is especially true when you are receiving treatments such as BOTOX®, dermal fillers or chemical peels. You want to know that the medical professionals who are performing these procedures know what they’re doing.

However, just because it is a medical atmosphere does not mean that no effort is put forth to make you feel comfortable. A lot of the relaxation and comfort techniques and procedures used in day spas are incorporated into medical spas, making your visit peaceful, tranquil and refreshing.

At Old Town Medspa, we strive to put your comfort first as we provide you with services designed to actually treat your concerns instead of just masking them. We are pleased to serve Chicago with the quality of a medical office and the atmosphere of a day spa. Contact our office to learn more!

It’s Never Too Late for Tattoo Removal

With the latest technology and techniques, it is never too late to have your tattoos removed. Laser tattoo removal is performed by our trained technicians and is a fast and safe way to remove unwanted tattoos. During a consultation, your tattoos will be examined and our technicians may perform a patch test to determine the right laser setting for your skin type.

Laser tattoo removal works by breaking up the ink into miniscule particles that are absorbed and eliminated by your body. It may take several treatments to remove your tattoo completely, but as the ink is dispersed, your tattoo will become progressively lighter. The number of treatments needed will depend on the size, depth, color and age of the tattoo. Some colors take longer. Black and dark blue can be removed the quickest.

The laser delivers in short pulses of intense light that passes through the top layers of skin and is absorbed only by the tattoo ink. There is a low level of discomfort experienced by most patients during treatment, and many do not require anesthesia. A topical painkiller may be applied to the tattoo before treatment.

If you are experiencing tattoo regret and would like a tattoo removed, we recommend that you consider the following:

• Discuss your expectations with our specialist. Each tattoo and skin type is different, so we may be able to help you set realistic expectations about the results.

• The location on your body of your tattoo may determine the speed with which it fades. Tattoos on the chest fade quicker that tattoos on the arms and legs because the chest is closer to the heart.

• The type of ink will also determine the speed the tattoo will fade. Usually, professional tattoos are easier to remove because the ink is applied on consistent level, while amateur tattoos may be applied in an uneven way that makes it more difficult to remove.

• There may be side effects after the treatment such as swelling, raising of the tattoo, and redness. These are normal and will subside with time.

• Laser tattoo removal works best on lighter skin tones, because there is the possibility that the skin may become lighter after the treatment.

No matter how long you’ve had your tattoos, you can have them removed with laser tattoo removal. To schedule a consultation today, you can contact our office at Old Town Med Spa in Chicago. Don’t deal with your tattoo regret any longer. Come in today!

Look and Feel Rejuvenated with Micro-Needling

Micro-needling is a specialized skin treatment procedure that encourages the growth of healthy skin without the need for surgery or abrasive resurfacing. It works by stimulating the production of healthy skin tissue through the creation of many tiny micro-channels in the skin. We recommend this cosmetic treatment for those wishing to rid their facial skin of blemishes, age spots, acne scars and fine wrinkles. Since micro-needling affects the skin layers, regrowth is automatic. The body responds to the tiny openings created by building up new tissue and increasing the amount of collagen production. The results are gradual, but they are long-lasting. This is one of the most popular and effective skin rejuvenation procedures out there.

What Micro-Needling Treats

This procedure is recommended for those who have small facial wrinkles and smile lines, skin damage caused by sun exposure and other environmental factors and superficial discolorations, such as acne scars. It can also be effective for reducing the appearance of redness and improving overall skin tone.

About the Procedure

We encourage all interested individuals to contact us to schedule a consultation. We will look at the problem areas and discuss all treatment options. If micro-needling is deemed by us to be a suitable treatment, we can plan your treatment and give you instructions on how to prepare.

The depth to which the micro-needles penetrate is adjusted according to the thickness of the skin and the condition being treated. The tiny openings are separated by healthy tissue. This gives the body a blueprint with which to work. The skin healing process goes on for several weeks. We may schedule a series of micro-needling treatments for optimal results.

Long-Lasting Results

The skin will continue to heal for about three or four weeks. Collagen production increases slowly, so the final result may not come for a few months. Wrinkles will be smoothed out, and the small discolorations and acne scars will be less noticeable.

This treatment is preferable to skin ablation or harsh resurfacing. There is virtually no downtime for the client. Unlike chemical peels, micro-needling is effective for all skin tones, which is yet another reason why this procedure is so popular.

Schedule a consultation at Old Town Medspa in Chicago to get more information about how micro-needling can help you to look and feel rejuvenated. During your consultation, you’ll get all the facts about this simple cosmetic treatment, including how it can benefit you. Contact us today to book an appointment to learn more.