Many of our patients want to know: What is the best laser for scar removal? Our Arizona-based team at Ironwood Dermatology explains that fractional CO2 laser skin resurfacing is highly effective for reducing scars along with other skin tone or texture irregularities. Scarring (whether by acne, other conditions, trauma, or surgery) occurs as a normal part … The post Can Laser Therapy Reduce Scars? appeared first on Ironwood Dermatology Tucson Arizona - blog ..read more

Can dermal fillers look natural? Our Arizona-based team at Ironwood Dermatology is aware that many patients prefer their filler results to look as subtle and natural as possible rather than overdone. The goal is to enhance the face and emphasize your natural beauty without ending up with a pillow face or “duck lips” appearance. “Pillow … The post How Can You Get the Most Natural Results from Facial Fillers? appeared first on Ironwood Dermatology Tucson Arizona - blog ..read more

A pocket of fat below the chin—commonly referred to as a “double chin”—is often believed to be caused by weight gain, but that isn’t always the case. Yes, gaining excess weight all over your body can cause more fat to be deposited in the chin and face area, but people who aren’t overweight at all … The post Who’s an Ideal Candidate for Kybella®? appeared first on Ironwood Dermatology Tucson Arizona - blog ..read more

Many people looking for a rejuvenated look wonder: “Does microneedling actually work?” The simple answer is yes. While deep creases and hollows may respond best to facial fillers, the collagen-replenishing effects of microneedling are proven to improve the overall health of your skin from the inside out, addressing a wide range of cosmetic complaints. Some … The post How to Supercharge Microneedling Results appeared first on Ironwood Dermatology Tucson Arizona - blog ..read more

The air is particularly dry and cool during wintertime in Arizona. These weather conditions can take a negative toll on the thin, delicate skin of the lips, leading them to become tight and chapped—even for people who haven’t recently had lip fillers. Our Tucson and Oro Valley area injectors recommend giving your lips some extra … The post 5 Tips for Soothing Dry Lips After Lip Injections appeared first on Ironwood Dermatology Tucson Arizona - blog ..read more

It can sometimes seem like everyone is obsessed with skincare these days, but it’s more than just a passing trend. There are very good reasons behind this movement toward protecting and enhancing our body’s outer covering. It’s so important to give your skin the attention it needs consistently, not just for cosmetic reasons (such as … The post What Are the Most Common Skincare Mistakes? appeared first on Ironwood Dermatology Tucson Arizona - blog ..read more

Some skin conditions only cause minor symptoms and don’t have an impact on your quality of life, while others are more severe. Although many of us put off going to a dermatologist unless there’s an emergency—and plenty of appointments have been put on hold since the coronavirus pandemic began—it’s important to get the care you need … The post 3 Reasons to See a Dermatologist appeared first on Ironwood Dermatology Tucson Arizona - blog ..read more

Lip augmentation is a cosmetic treatment designed to enhance the shape or size of the lips by adding volume. The demand for the most common lip augmentation option—hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers like JUVEDERM®—has continued to rise steadily worldwide as consumers have become aware of their choices for achieving fuller, plumper lips with lip injections. The … The post Lip Injections Explained: What is VOLBELLA® XC? appeared first on Ironwood Dermatology Tucson Arizona - blog ..read more

While much has been said about how time transforms the skin, one of the more overlooked aspects of this process is how it affects the lips. Getting older generally means experiencing some not-so-pleasant developments, such the depletion of moisture, fat, collagen, elastin, and other elements that make the skin supple and springy well into our … The post JUVEDERM® Tips: How to Make Lip Injections Look Natural appeared first on Ironwood Dermatology Tucson Arizona - blog ..read more

There’s no reason to not be excited about your lips—even if they aren’t as luscious as you’d like. That’s because with lip injections at Tucson and Oro Valley’s Ironwood Dermatology, a thin smile can become a full one in a matter of minutes. Our experienced injectors use VOLBELLA® XC and JUVEDERM® XC to add volume … The post Lip Injections: Something to Smile About in Tucson and Oro Valley, AZ appeared first on Ironwood Dermatology Tucson Arizona - blog ..read more