Dermatology

The Dermatology Department specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the skin, nails and hair, as well as treatment of skin cancers, spider vein therapy, in-office varicose vein stripping, tumescent liposuction services, microdermabrasion, photodynamic therapy and laser hair removal.

Procedures and services include:

• Breast reduction by liposuction preformed in our office under local anesthetic with no scars.
• Microdermabrasion skin smoothing and toning for most body parts.
• Alphahydroxy acid face peels.
• Restylane filler injections (facial and lips) a safer and longer lasting alternative to Botox.
• Photodynamic therapy with the Blue-U light/Levulan Kerastick which is commonly used for acne, solar keratosis, rosacea and other skin problems.
• Facial Skin Rejuvenation through the procedures listed above or in combination with laser.
• Liposuction/Liposculpture, for any body area, which is done in the office under local anesthetic.
• Varicose vein removal, preformed in our office under local anesthetic with no scars.
• Sclerotherapy, a saline injection, for spider and smaller varicose veins.
• Laser hair removal with the GentleLase Plus which is also used for facial skin rejuvenation.
• General Dermatology: acne, rashes, cysts, skin cancers, etc.

Laser Hair Removal

Results show that 80% of patients lose 90% of unwanted hair. The laser covers a dime size area with each pulse and can treat an area quickly. The laser works best on hairs in the active growth phase. Only some of your hair is in this phase at any one time. It is necessary to repeat the treatment to remove hairs as they enter the growing phase. Different areas of the body have different growth styles, but usually three to six treatments at one to three month intervals will remove most hair.

Liposuction/Liposculpture

For many patients, liposuction can truly change their self image. Although it is not a weight loss technique, liposuction can literally remove aesthetically and practically disproportionate, localized accumulations of fat and sculpt the body into a properly proportionate profile. Many local areas of fat are often preprogrammed by inheritance and are found to be stubbornly resistant to diet and exercise.

Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion improves skin texture by stimulating new collagen formation. It can soften fine lines and wrinkles in about 6 treatments without negative side effects.

Resurfacing using a DiamondTone Wand is similar to particle microdermabrasion and chemical peels in its results, but without the adverse effects of loose particles, irritation and skin reaction. Unlike other exfoliation treatments, the DiamondTome Skin Resurfacing System uses no loose abrasives to contaminate you or the environment.

Resurfacing is a simple alternative to laser or chemical peels. It can also be used in combination with peels and/or laser for a more intensive skin rejuvenation program. It is non-invasive, non-surgical and requires no down time after treatment. Your skin will have a fresher feel.

Microdermabrasion is used for, but not limited to:

• Sun damaged skin (face, neck and shoulders)
• Reduction of minor to moderate early aging fine lines (eyes and forehead)
• Reduction of acne scarring
• Minor scar revision

For more information or to make an appointment:

Dermatology
859 Mankato Avenue
Winona, MN 55987
Winona Health campus, second floor of clinic
507.457.7670