COSMETIC TREATMENTS
Private General Practice Services is at the forefront of modern cosmetic treatments including the latest in laser technology. The practice provides a comprehensive range of treatments to cosmetically enhance the skin's appearance. Qualified Cosmetic Practitioner, Dr. Julia Piper, heads a highly talented team who specialise in providing tailored treatments to suit individual needs. All patients attend an initial consultation prior to any procedures taking place, to establish the best treatment for them and to discuss expected results.
The range of cosmetic treatments available include:
Cosmetic Laser Treatments for:
- Skin Blemishes
- Acne and Rosacea
- Photo-Rejuvenation
- Fine Lines and Wrinkles
- Thread Veins
- Permanent Hair Reduction
Restylane Injections for:
- Fine Lines and Wrinkles
- Lip Lines and Lip Enhancement
- Facial Contours
Muscle Relaxant injections for:
- Softening fine lines
- Wrinkles
Chemical Peels for:
- Photo-Rejuvenation
- Fine lines and wrinkles
Ladies
TURN BACK THE CLOCK! Lessen the signs of ageing, reduce fine lines and wrinkles and give yourself a brighter, fresher look! Find out how cosmetic treatments can help you look and feel great. Telephone the practice and arrange an initial consultation TODAY!
Men
COSMETIC TREATMENTS ARE ALSO FOR MEN! Cosmetic surgery is just as effective for men, whether its unwanted hair, wrinkles, acne scars or acne bumps, Private General Practice Services will be able to advise you. Telephone the practice TODAY and find out how we can make you LOOK AND FEEL GREAT!
More Information on Treatments
• Cosmetic Laser Surgery
Cosmetic Surgery is non-invasive which means that there is no anaesthetic. The majority of procedures take place with little down time and minimal side effects.
• Photo Rejuvenation (non-surgical face lift )
This reduces the size of pores and tightens the skin, can be used to remove skin blemishes, age spots, sun damage and signs of Rosacea. The treatment helps to reverse some of the signs of ageing.
• Muscle Relaxants (injections to soften fine lines and wrinkles)
Muscle relaxants are administered using a tiny needle with injections. The toxin helps to soften the action of several muscles in the face, thereby improving lines and wrinkles. For deeper lines, temporary dermal fillers can be used. Please note that there may be some tenderness at the injection sites after the procedure but that will quickly settle.
• Chemical Peel
This removes the surface of the skin leaving newer, younger looking skin to come to the surface. It is used to treat areas of the hands, face and neck for deeper lines and wrinkles, particularly skin conditions that are a result of the ageing process. Side effects are low and involve a mildly reddened skin. After one or two days, the skin colour returns to normal and appears fresher.
• Restylane
Wrinkles appear because the skin looses elasticity over time. Restylane is a dermal filler that helps to reverse or arrest these signs of ageing. It fills away and smooths away troublesome lines and wrinkles and can also be used to achieve enhanced fuller lips. It is injected into the skin beneath the wrinkle causing lines to smooth out and producing a younger look. The effect lasts about six months, so top up treatments are advised on a regular basis.
• Adult Acne and Rosacea
Acne is a common but unpleasant condition affecting the face, neck, arms, back, chest and buttocks. It can cause permanent scarring and may also be unsightly. A smoother, clearer complexion is now achievable with the correct treatment. Acne Rosacea is a chronic and unpleasant skin complaint, which causes inflammation of the cheeks, nose, chin, forehead, eyelids, skin redness, pronounced blood vessels, swelling and skin eruptions similar to acne. Its cause is unknown but there is now a choice of treatments, which have a significant effect.
• Thread Veins
These can appear on the face and legs and can be eradicated using laser technology. Laser beam energy causes vessel walls to collapse and dissolve within the body.
• Fine Lines and Wrinkles
These occur because of a breakdown in the bodies natural support layers due to factors such as pollution, over exposure to sun, smoking and natural ageing. Now it's possible for both men and women to improve their overall appearance and obtain a fresher, brighter look.
• Ageing Skin and Sun Damage
Lines and wrinkles are not the only signs of ageing skin. We also get enlarged pores, surface roughness, liver spots, dullness, mottled pigmentation and the loss of elasticity. Sun damaged skin can have a thickened skin texture and patchy discolouration. Now, with the correct treatment, you can turn back the clock and enjoy fresher, brighter more toned skin on your face, neck and chest.
• Birth Marks and Skin Patches
These can be removed quickly and painlessly along with pigmented patches or dark spots on the skin that are signs of skin ageing and sun damage.
• Permanent Hair Reduction and Shaving Bumps
Laser treatment can be used to permanently reduce hair on the face, arms, legs, back, underarms, and bikini lines. Hair follicles are destroyed by heat generated by the laser beam. This prevents the regrowth of hair. As hair grows in cycles, more than one treatment will be necessary to give optimum results.
Questions and Answers
How long do the treatments take?
You will be advised of the approximately length of treatment as well as the number of treatments required at your initial consultation. Each patient is treated individually though length of time for treatments does vary.
How much will it cost?
Costs do vary as each procedure differs according to the needs of individual patients. You will be advised of the price of your procedure at your initial consultation.
Will it hurt?
Most procedures are virtually painless, with low invasiveness and they are fairly straightforward. You will learn more about what exactly to expect from your specific treatment at your consultation.
Are Cosmetic Treatments Suitable for me?
If you are not sure whether cosmetic surgery is for you, simply telephone the practice and arrange an initial consultation when we will be pleased to advise you on the treatment or treatments most suitable for you. Treatment is not suitable for everyone and you must be properly consulted before proceeding with your treatment. There is no obligation to proceed!
Service you can Trust
Dr. Julia Piper has been a G.P. for over 20 years. She is a member of the Royal College of General Practitioners and the Association of Cosmetic Doctors. She believes in the power of traditional evidence based medicine combined with alternative treatments and aesthetic medicine. She is an advocate of preventative care for the skin and of the need to evolve and create change in beauty on a gradual and gentle basis.
The Practice is registered with the Healthcare Commission to exacting standards, which are in excess of those required in the NHS. All treatments are carried out by Dr. Piper or a medically trained nurse working under Dr Piper's supervision. Dr Piper is supported by a team of highly trained administrative staff.
