The face, along with the rest of the body, looks different as we age. There are two forces at play when it comes to facial aging. One is the natural drop in collagen and elastin that are stored in connective tissue beneath the skin. Existing strands fray and loosen, while new collagen is produced in […]
Getting used to the effects of Father Time can be challenging, indeed. Parts of your body seem to be headed south; you may find a new wrinkle every week; you hope you aren’t seeing double when you notice your chin. If you aren’t loving your chin and its excess fat (also called submittal fullness) you […]
We are always excited when we can recommend ways to take care of your appearance with healthy lifestyles and preventive measures. Those are important, it’s true. But occasionally you may find you need more than exercise, healthy eating and topical creams can provide. Maybe it’s time for a bit of professional anti-aging skin care. Beginning […]
In July, Dr. Hruza was on Capitol Hill advocating for his patients on issues of access to affordable medication and for support of NIH research to find breakthrough medical cures.
Summer is the perfect time to treat your skin to a bright, fresh, vibrant look. We make getting your summer “glow” simple, quick and easy with Microdermabrasion – a procedure that removes the top layer of your skin, leaving it supple and smooth. A gentle wand is passed over your skin, exfoliating it with diamond […]
Laser skin resurfacing is one of the most popular aesthetic cosmetic procedures we offer our St. Louis patients. It can correct fine lines, sun-damage, acne scaring, birthmarks and age spots. It can also be used to treat actinic keratosis (rough, scaly patches on your skin that develop from years of exposure to the sun) and […]
Skin discoloration is one of the biggest problems associated with aging, sun exposure, skin conditions and more. So many things can cause it, but whoever does, it makes you look older and tired. This is why glycolic peels have been becoming increasingly popular – with their ability to remove discoloration without laser treatments. Glycolic peels […]
Acne is not something that anybody likes to be afflicted with. Whether yours is mild or severe, teen or adult, it can make you feel unattractive and greasy. While you have probably tried everything to treat it from washes and creams to gels and peels, sometimes it requires more rigorous treatment. The Smooth beam laser […]
Laser skin treatments can be absolute miracle treatments! Whether you want to get rid of that acne scar, lighten those dark spots, or treat a skin condition, lasers are the most advanced and effective option available. But the biggest question most patients want to know before undergoing a laser procedure is: Will it hurt? While […]
