Understanding Skin Aging
Skin ageing is influenced by two primary factors:-
- Intrinsic Aging - This natural ageing process is a phenomenon that takes place over time, linked to the genome and the biological clock. It is a contributor to the progressive loss of collagen and elastin, thereby thinner and less extensible skin.
- Extrinsic Aging - External conditions (e.g., exposure to ultraviolet radiation, pollution, smoking and unhealthy lifestyle in general) are responsible for extra age and premature signs of ageing (e.g., wrinkles and pigmentation).
Signs of Aging Skin
Ageing affects the skin in various ways, including:-
- Fine Lines & Wrinkles - Most noticeable around the eyes, forehead, and mouth.
- Loss of Volume - Fat and collagen compaction contract the skin.
- Pigmentation Issues - Age spots, freckles, and uneven skin tone.
- Dryness - Elderly skin has less sebum and becomes desiccated.
- Dullness - Slow cell turnover leads to a dull complexion.
Anti-Aging Treatment Options at Dermavision - The Skin Clinic
Dermavision - The Skin Clinic provides advanced anti-ageing treatments tailored for every patient. Our dermatologists evaluate your skin and propose a regimen of therapies with the best result in view.
Injectable Treatments
- Botox (Botulinum Toxin) - Botox is one of the most widely used therapies to treat dynamic wrinkles, caused by repetitive facial movements. It relaxes the muscles beneath the skin, softening areas of netting and thereby giving a more youthful appearance.
- Dermal Fillers - Fillers are used to restore lost volume in areas like the cheeks, lips, and under the eyes. Fluids based on hyaluronic acid, or other biocompatible, materials, not only possess high wrinkle-smoothing efficacy, and in addition enable the reshaping of the face.
Chemical Peels
Chemical peels are the topical application used as a peeling solution, which sloughs the uppermost layers of skin, and removes dead cells, promotes collagen production, and improves skin texture, tone, and clarity, targeting fine lines, pigmentation, and sun damage.
Microneedling
Microneedling consists of the perforation of skin with numerous tiny needles that create circumscribed but reproducible micro-trauma and thus stimulate collagen and elastin deposition. It improves skin elasticity, improves fine scars and wrinkles, and improves the overall texture.
Laser Skin Resurfacing
Laser therapies use an extracellular beam of light for the ablation of unwanted superficial layers of skin and the induction of collagen production. Fractional lasers are most effective for addressing fine lines/wrinkles/pigmentation with minimal downtime.
Radiofrequency (RF) Skin Tightening
RF applications leverage the generation of deep skin collagen through heat energy. This non-invasive method can regenerate the elastin stiffness and some general firmness and elasticity.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) Therapy
PRP (known as "the vampire facial", is a method of injecting a concentrated solution of the patient's platelets into the skin. This will improve collagen production, speed up healing and rejuvenate the skin with a youthful appearance.
Topical Treatments and Skincare
Tailored skin care regimens using medical-grade preparations may help to ameliorate the signs of ageing. Retinoids, antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid are among the commonly administered agents designed to enhance skin health and prevent further damage.
Thread Lifts
For those seeking a non-surgical option to facelift, thread lift means, the threads are made of dissolvable materials which are inserted under the skin to lift sagging skin. The threads also stimulate collagen production, providing long-lasting results.
