Lecada Medical Spa

Top Age-Defying Eye Treatments

admin — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 11:29:21 +0000

The eyes are often described as the most beautiful feature of any face, but many women are hiding their windows to the soul behind dark bags, sagging skin, droopy eyebrows, and thin eyelashes. Bring back the sparkle in your eye and that refreshed look on your face by pinpointing your problem areas and treating them to bring back your attention-grabbing gaze.

Latisse

Latisse treatments transform thin, short, and pale eyelashes into the long, full, dark lashes flaunted on most mascara commercials. Latisse promotes the healthy growth of lashes by increasing both their length and fullness resulting in the dramatic and mysterious look you seek.

Latisse should be applied to your lashes each night before bed. Most women see a change in about four weeks, with full results in eight. Although results can vary, most patients will notice lashes that are 106 percent fuller, 25 percent longer, and 18 percent darker. The effects of Latisse are not permanent. If you discontinue use, your eyelashes will revert back to their previous appearance. Latisse is currently the only eyelash treatment approved by the FDA.

Wrinkle Reduction

Isn't it time to smooth out those crow's feet and undereye bags? There are many ways to achieve the youthful appearance of smooth skin around your eyes. Talk with a doctor about which of the following treatments will work best for you:

Botox
VI Peel
Juvederm
Fraxel Laser
Sculptura

Non-Surgical Eyelift

You don't need a complicated or invasive surgical procedure to get the youthful eyes you long to see in the mirror. A non-surgical eyelift will combine several eye treatments to rejuvenate tired eyes while smoothing fine lines, erasing the appearance of bags, and filling in hollow areas. This procedure requires no recovery time, very little discomfort, and you will notice results after one to three appointments.

Do your eyes need a pick-me-up? Schedule a free consultation with Lecada to learn about all of our eye treatments and determine which method will work best for you. Call 813-874-2332 to set up an appointment.

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Perfecting Your Pucker: Lip Treatments

admin — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 11:29:38 +0000

Valentine's Day is tomorrow! Are your lips ready for a goodnight kiss after a romantic evening out for two? Along with flowers, a simple love song, and bright moon in the sky, the perfect romantic kiss requires full, soft, inviting lips. How can you improve your pucker?

Drink Up

We're not talking about the wine on your date. You have 24 hours to hydrate yourself and your lips, so grab a bottle of water and drink up. Not getting enough liquids in your diet will dry out your lips making them look rough and cracked, sometimes leaving behind dead skin.

Winter Blues

Of course, Valentine's Day falls right in the middle of one of the coldest months of the year. February winds and weather tend to leave lips painfully chapped, and the world can see it. Avoid low temperatures if possible, and if you do go outside, make sure you wear and reapply chapstick to preserve the appearance of your lips.

A Natural Treatment

Do this the night before Valentine's Day, and you'll wake up with soft kissable lips. All you need is honey, a clean washcloth, and warm water. First apply honey, nature's natural moisturizer, to your lips as if it were a lip gloss. Remove it after 15 minutes. Now soak the washcloth in warm water and gently rub it thoroughly over your lips, exfoliating the skin and leaving your mouth soft and smooth. Apply chapstick before the bed, and wake up to your perfect Valentine's Day lips.

Lip Augmentation

Unfortunately, there are no natural remedies for thin lips – but if you aren't satisfied with the shape of your kisser, Lecada can help. Drop in for a temporary or permanent lip augmentation. You only need 15 minutes for a painless temporary treatment, and the results last 6 to 12 months. Permanent lip augmentation may not have you full-lipped for tomorrow's date, but lasting results can be created after a couple months and up to three sessions.

Considering a lip treatment from our medical spa? Come in for a free consultation to learn more and ask questions about any of our procedures. Call 813-874-2332 to schedule an appointment.

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Top Tips for Treating Acne Scars

admin — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:29:52 +0000

In high school you dreamed of the day that your face would finally clear up and become an acne-free zone. While that day eventually arrived, you still don't feel entirely happy with your appearance when you look in the mirror. For some, when acne fades, permanent scars are left behind. These scars can give grown adults the same insecurities that acne-ridden teenagers face. Although acne scars are legendarily difficult to remove, there are some treatments that could help you get the skin you've longed for all these years.

Vi Facial Peel – This treatment repairs damage and gives your skin a noticeable improvement within a week's time. Some customers report a temporary red or tan discoloration in the days immediately following the peel but are very happy with the final results.
Radiesse – Calcium-based microsheres fill in acne scars and encourage collagen production to create smoother, younger looking skin.
Fraxel Laser – Even out your scar tissue with the latest laser technologies. Skin damage can be erased as thousands of microscopic problem areas are targeted and repaired.
Artefille – For a long-lasting solution, fillers are used to even out marks left behind from acne. Results can hold for up to five years.
Sculptura – This double approach both ramps up collagen production and fills in dips and scars that have settled into the skin. Results appear natural and youthful, typically lasting around two to three years.
Microdermabrasion – This is a two-step method that begins with a peel that hydrates and exfoliates the skin. Next you will receive a facial that provides the nutrients necessary to reduce the appearance of acne scars.
Collagen Induction Therapy– This method primarily works by increasing the skin's production of new collagen, eventually resulting in a smoother and more elastic texture, hiding the marks of past breakouts. This approach is sometimes called Dermal Needling.

Are you hoping to reduce the appearance of your acne scars? Schedule a free consultation with us to go over your options. Give us a call at (813) 874-2332.

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Quick Pick-Me-Ups for the Face

admin — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:59:53 +0000

Could someone guess your age just by looking at your face? Your years don't need to make a public announcement across your forehead, around your eyes, or at the corners of your smile. At Lecada, we offer many medical non-surgical solutions for faces marked with time or stress. Reclaim your youth and keep the number of birthdays you've celebrated a treasured secret.

Botox Treatments

There are a number of myths surrounding Botox treatments. In reality, Botox is a quick, safe, and effective way to shed years and bring back a more youthful appearance. Botox simply relaxes facial muscles, rather than freezing them, which can reduce the appearance of wrinkles for four to six months.

Fillers

Along with wrinkles, passing years can bring about hollowed areas in the face, especially around the eyes or cheekbones. Fillers can plump up an aging face, reshaping your structure into an attractive, youthful appearance. Some fillers, such as Artefille, can fill in wrinkles while releasing collagen and preventing future wrinkles from appearing. Results are immediate, and no recovery time is necessary.

Vi Peels

This chemical facial peel offers a double benefit. It removes dead skin cells and works to produce extra collagen to keep the face looking young. Vi Peels can improve a variety of skin problems at any age, ranging from acne, enlarged pores, and freckles to wrinkles, age spots and dullness. This procedure is mostly painless, although some clients report a mild stinging. Recovery time is not necessary, but you might notice some slight skin discoloration for a couple days following the procedure.

To determine which pick-me-up would work best for you, call us at (813) 874-2332 to schedule a free consultation. We'll go over all of your options and find the right fit for your face.

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Say Good-Bye to Cellulite

admin — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:00:21 +0000

You don't need to be embarrassed when showing off your thighs at the gym, pool, or beach. Despite the common myth, cellulite doesn't have to last forever. Although cellulite isn't always preventable, it is often removable. There are several approaches to ridding yourself of the unattractive dimpled and uneven skin texture that tends to appear with age or weight gain.

Weight Loss

Strategic weight loss plans often reduce the appearance of cellulite on the skin. Medical weight loss supervised by a healthcare professional can ensure that you achieve the look you want. Our medical weight loss plans will include a thorough education on proper nutrition, along with a diet and exercise plan tailored to your body type, physical condition, and medical history.

Collagen Induction Therapy

Encouraging the production of collagen can tighten up your skin and bring back the elasticity that holds off cellulite. This procedure smooths out the texture of the skin and creates a firmer, more youthful appearance. After numbing the target area, micro-needles are used to create new channels in the skin and promote extra collagen. Although collagen induction therapy does reduce cellulite, it is not a weight loss method.

Mesotherapy

Mesotherapy also works to remove cellulite through injections, and it is a good method for patients who are also looking to slim down their trouble spots. Mesotherapy injections are made out of a combination of natural ingredients, vitamins, and FDA-approved medications. This method works best when coupled with a consistent fitness routine and a healthy diet.

Exilis Skin Tightening

Exilis is an effective and painless method of removing extra pounds using ultrasonic waves and heat, while also smoothing and tightening the skin to erase cellulite. This method offers quick, long-term results when coupled with a healthy lifestyle. The process only lasts about 20 minutes, and you can typically enjoy full results after four treatments.

Learn more about your options at Lecada Medical Spa. To determine your best method for reducing cellulite, schedule a free consultation with us by calling (813) 874-2332.

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Reducing Wrinkles: Your Best Anti-aging Options

admin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:59:07 +0000

You've probably been told that wrinkles are an inevitable part of life. Everybody gets them. No one can escape them. They show wisdom, right? They tell a story. All of that may be true, but there is nothing wrong with delaying wrinkles as long as possible, and reducing their appearance when they do finally arrive. A younger-looking face is possible, but how?

Nutrition

When trying to preserve an attractive appearance, there are few lifestyle choices more important than your diet. Choosing the right foods, and avoiding the wrong ones, will keep you young and healthy far longer than the average American consuming a typical diet could expect. Fresh whole foods that are filled with antioxidants will have a noticeable affect on your skin, and delay wrinkles from making their mark across your face. Effective anti-aging foods include:

Blueberries
Avocados
Carrots
Eggs
Poultry
Apples
Berries
Plums
Eggplants
Beans
Onions

Botox

Botox is one of the most common approaches to wrinkle reduction. It is a simple and noninvasive alternative to facelift surgery. Although Botox is administered through a needle, the procedure is relatively painless and extremely safe when done by a trained professional. Not only will Botox fill in existing wrinkles, follow-up appointments every 4 to 6 months will also prevent new lines from appearing. Some anti-aging benefits of Botox include:

Erasing vertical lines near the eyebrows
Erasing lines across the forehead
Smoothing crow's feet around the eyes
Removing wrinkles around the mouth
Lifting your eyebrows
Lifting the corners of your lips

Liquid Facelift

A liquid facelift combines the anti-aging powers of Botox and facial fillers to recreate a youthful appearance. This procedure is noninvasive, requires no anesthesia, and is typically completed in under an hour. The fillers help to plump up hollow areas of the face, lift eyebrows, and make cheekbones more prominent. Recovery time usually lasts only a couple days.

Do you wonder which anti-aging approach will work best for you? Schedule a free consultation with us by calling (813) 874-2332 and we'll go over all of your options together.

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Winter Skin Treatments

admin — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:00:19 +0000

The short, cold days of winter may make you feel tired and unmotivated, and sometimes it’s a challenge to keep that from showing across your face, too. By January, your face can become dry, flaky, and sometimes irritable or sensitive to products. Dreary winter months are the perfect opportunity to try out a new skin treatment that will leave you looking hydrated, rejuvenated, and youthful.

Restorative Peels

Don’t let dead or damaged facial skin gather this winter. Schedule a Vi Peel to remove the build up of unattractive skin cells, leaving you with fresh, new skin that never betrays your age. Not only will a Vi Peel remove damaged skin cells, it will boost collagen production and encourage elasticity, keeping your skin hydrated and healthy longer.

Facial Fillers

Quicker and cheaper than yesterday’s facelift, you can schedule a facial filler during your lunch break and return the youth to a face that is beginning to age and wrinkle. Fillers will plump up hollow areas that develop near the eyes, and improve the elasticity of the skin, creating a younger appearance. Fillers are typically recommended for patients in their 40s or 50s.

Exilis Skin Tightening

Not thrilled with your plump cheeks, double chin, or hidden cheek bones? An Exilis skin treatment will dissolve fat and leave your skin smooth and tight. The procedure is painless and safe, typically lasting about 20 minutes. For best results you will want to schedule four appointments, each spaced two weeks apart. Start now and you will have the face you dream of by summer.

If you are considering a winter skin treatment, please call us for a free consultation at 813-874-2332. No matter the season of the year, or your season in life, we can help you bring back your bright, youthful days of summer.

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Medical Weight Loss: How It Works

admin — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:59:12 +0000

Happy New Year! As we all focus on our resolutions for 2012, perhaps one of yours is weight loss. Have you ever considered medical weight loss? Medical weight loss is a system in which, under a physician's supervision, you will be able to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle. At Lecada, your doctor-directed plan uses a personalized multi-leveled approach to educate you about nutrition, eating habits and fitness. Your plan may include Exilis skin tightening, HCG injections or guide you toward your most effective weight loss method.

Nutrition Education

Nutrition can seem like a complicated subject. The more you research, the more conflicting and confusing advice you will find. With professional guidance, dieting does not need to be unhealthy or impossible. A physician-directed approach to weight loss will not only help you shed stubborn pounds, it will help you maintain your healthy diet once the weight is gone.

Exilis Skin Tightening

This approach works best for those with only a few trouble spots, rather than an overall problem with obesity. Using ultrasonic waves with controlled heating, fat cells break down and the skin tightens, making your trouble spot slimmer, without leaving extra skin behind. Exilis skin tightening usually requires four sessions a couple weeks apart, although you will usually start seeing results after your first appointment. Coupled with a healthy lifestyle, the results are permanent.

HCG Injections

Human chorionic gonadotropin, or HCG, is a natural hormone that pregnant women produce in the hypothalamus to control metabolism. When used as an agent for weight loss, it can be effective in controlling metabolism in both men and women. HCG injections cause the hypothalamus to start breaking down abnormally high body fat before anything else, causing fat build-ups to be depleted quickly. Learning to stick with a nutritious diet is essential to long-term success with HCG injections.

Would you like to learn more about the many benefits of medical weight loss at Lecada Medical Spa? Schedule a free consultation to go over your options by calling (813) 874-2332. We look forward to helping you meet your weight loss resolutions this year!

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Treating Hyperhidrosis with Botox: How it Works

admin — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:59:15 +0000

Hyperhidrosis is an embarrassing and uncomfortable problem to deal with if left untreated. Excessive sweat often causes a need to change clothing several times in one day. Patients with this condition sometimes become reluctant to attend events or social engagements that last more than a few hours, in fear that they may start sweating and have no reasonable explanation for changing clothes. Don't let hyperhidrosis rule your life. Botox treatments can save you from sensitive social situations, ruined clothing, and sweaty insecurities.

What to Expect During a Botox Treatment

Once a topical anesthetic is applied to the area you plan to treat, Botox will be injected into the site near your sweat glands using a micro needle. The Botox creates a blockage in the nervous system that decreases chemicals that encourage sweat production. Studies show that Botox can decrease sweating by up to 50 percent.

This is a quick treatment that requires no recovery time. According to the International Hyperhidrosis Society, Botox is a safe and effective treatment for excessive sweating. Most patients report a painless experience, along with noticeable improvement within two to four days after the procedure.

Is Botox For You?

Antiperspirants are often the first recommendation from doctors treating hyperhidrosis, but in many cases even prescription deodorants don't provide effective results. Botox treatments might be the right choice for you if:

You are still changing clothes throughout the day because of sweat marks.
You have to throw out clothes prematurely because of stains.
You find yourself sweating even in mild temperatures.
You often experience sweaty palms regardless of your emotions or level of anxiety.

How Long Will Botox Treatments Last?

Satisfactory results typically last six to twelve months, so Botox injections will become an annual or semi-annual expense to keep up.

Lecada Medical Spa wants to help you take control of your excessive sweating. If you are interested in Botox treatments for hyperhidrosis, schedule a free consultation with us by calling (813) 874-2332.

How much?

Book your BOTOX appointment before December 31 and pay only $9 per unit! It's our gift to you…

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The Importance of Exfoliation and Moisturizing

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:59:14 +0000

To keep your skin in top condition, it is important to have a routine where you cleanse, exfoliate and moisturize. While everyone knows about cleansing, you may or may not know about exfoliating.

Millions of skin cells on the surface of your body die daily. If these cells are allowed to accumulate, your skin ends up looking dull, dry and patchy. To reverse this process, we remove the dead skin cells with exfoliation, as it helps your skin to stay youthful, healthy and radiant. Exfoliation becomes more critical the older we get because our cell turnover process slows down.

Exfoliating products fall into two categories: physical and chemical. Physical exfoliants are like sandpaper for the skin, as they have gritty ingredients to remove the dead skin cells. Popular ingredients are sugar, salt, and ground walnut shells. As the name implies, chemical exfoliants use specialized chemicals or gentle acid peels to remove the dead skin cells. You can also get a professional exfoliation treatment, such as microdermabrasion. Typically you should use an exfoliant twice a week, depending upon your skin’s sensitivity.

After you exfoliate, you should always apply a moisturizer. Your skin is your largest organ, and it’s your first line of defense against illness, bacteria and other irritants. If your skin is too dry, it will be less flexible and it can tear or crack. Moisturizing your skin helps it to stay healthy, supple and smooth.

A good moisturizer will help your skin renew itself, protect it from the elements and soften it without clogging your pores. A good moisturizer will also go a long way to prevent distress and inflammation in skin, which can cause wrinkles. You should always apply your moisturizer immediately after bathing, when the skin is still a bit damp, as that helps to lock the moisture into the skin.

At Lecada Medical Artistry in Tampa our staff members are always happy to assist you with choosing the best skincare products to exfoliate or moisturize. To schedule a free consultation, a professional facial or specialized peel, call us today at 813-874-2332.