In understanding the weaknesses and strengths of specialization, a prospective patient should first know what type of procedure they desire. A plastic surgeon may top the list for invasive procedures (such as liposuction and breast augmentation), and a dermatologist for skin disease treatments.  But if one seeks spirit-lifting amenities and a non-invasive medical procedure in a pampering environment, it’s likely a Medical Spa will prove to be the optimal choice.

2. Why should one go to Dermagenix versus other medical spas?

Dermagenix is unique in that we make it safe and convenient for clients to have access to a physician, who is on-site during our office hours, unlike many other “medical spas”.  As a physician, I am very interested in ethically helping my patients/ clients.  Also, we don’t believe in a “one size fits all” approach.  All of our services are customized.  Even the skin care regimen that we recommend is different for each individual.  At the initial consultation, I assess the client’s skin care goals, what they have done in the past, what their skin type is, and I make recommendations that will fit with their lifestyle and their budget.

3.  What are some of your most unique services?

Titan and Laser Genesis is unique in that it is an advance technology to improve skin laxity by stimulating collagen.  The great thing about this technology is that it has no downtime and virtually no side effect or complication to worry about and is safe for all skin types.  Laser and light technology is a great improvement and addition to topical skin care in that the laser and light technology penetrates deeper in the skin layer, where collagen resides.  Laser skin tightening is not a replacement for a facelift, but it is great for clients that  want improved skin without the downtime of surgery.  We also provide Artefill, which is a newly FDA-approved wrinkle filler that may last up to five years.

4. Can you have an effective, painless anti-aging service?

Titan (laser skin tightening), Laser Genesis, Vibradermabrasion, and even Botox is considered painless because no anesthesia is required.  Fillers are relatively painless (after anesthesia application).  When used as part of an on-going skin care maintenance regimen, our clients can maintain their youthfulness longer. There is also no downtime with these procedures, and most people resume their daily activities right away.

5. Which is more important when addressing wrinkles, Botox or fillers?

For wrinkles and lines on the upper face, and what we call “dynamic wrinkles” which are wrinkles that occur when you make a facial expression, we use Botox.   For wrinkles on the lower face (like the ones that occur “at rest” like the lines around the nose and mouth), we use fillers.

6. Can men benefit from your procedures?

The anti-aging procedures address the skin and wrinkles, and applies to both men and women.  Botox, Fillers, and laser hair removal are very popular with men. 

7. What is the story behind Dermagenix?

I have been in private practice internal medicine for many, many  years prior to specializing in skin care and laser technology.  During those years, a lot of my patients asked me about cosmetic procedures like Botox and lasers.  I started to look into it to help my patients decipher what works and what doesn’t.  At the same time, a lot of FDA approved procedures, new advances in laser technology, and skin care made the prospect of painless, no-downtime skin rejuvenation possible...but it is difficult as a consumer to navigate through all the possible choices as to what  IS  the best procedure for their particular concerns? …which facility is reputable AND convenient,  WITHOUT sacrificing safety?

Also, I was getting older and started noticing fine lines and wrinkles on myself…and so finding the solution became a Passion for me.   After many years of research into the field, I opened the doors to Dermagenix on May, 2007.

8.  Where did Dermagenix get its name?

Dermagenix means “new skin” and our goal here is to improve the look of the skin with a regimen to help with skin rejuvenation.  I do believe that as people look better, it helps them to feel better, and this will have many positive ramifications in their lives.  I also believe that people who have great skin at age 20 are usually “born with it”, whereas people who have great skin over age 40 are usually due to great attention to skin care.

9. Who inspires you?

Drs. Jean and Alastair Carruthers, the pioneers in the cosmetic use of Botox inspires me. It is interesting to me that during their use of Botox for medical eye conditions, they observed that Botox reduced wrinkles….and that “side effect” has resulted in the sky-rocketin popularity of Botox for cosmetic use.

10. What products do you sell?

We have the medical-grade Obagi skin care line, and the natural and Paraben-free Dermagenix Solutions line. We also carry La Bella Donna mineral make-up and Pure Inventions concentrated green tea extract.