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Clear + Brilliant – Laser Skin Enhancement in Richmond

Virginia Institute of Plastic Surgery now offers Clear + Brilliant Laser Skin Rejuvenation for Richmond patients. View our commercial below and visit www.drsundin.com to learn more about this exciting new procedure!

Posted in Cosmetic Enhancement, Skin Care, Wrinkle Reduction

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At Virginia Institute of Plastic Surgery, patients from all over Virginia are rediscovering the glow of younger looking skin from the inside out. Our Clear + Brilliant laser skin treatment takes skin care to a whole new level. It not only corrects unwanted signs of aging, but gives you the power to help prevent them. Clear + Brilliant is a gentle laser that visibly illuminates skin tone, giving improved tone, texture and radiance to your skin.

No matter how old you are, sun exposure, environmental conditions and lifestyle can contribute to lack-luster skin. Whether you want to extend the younger look of your skin or even need to reverse these early signs of aging, Clear + Brilliant can help.

Aging skin is a fact of life. But the good news is the earlier you start taking care of your skin, the more you can prevent the signs of aging and maintain a younger look.

Posted in Cosmetic Enhancement, Skin Care, Wrinkle Reduction

Dr. Burton Sundin Breast Augmentation Specialist

There are many reasons why women consider breast augmentation surgery, ranging from the desire to have larger, more shapely breasts, to recovering breast shape and volume lost due to childbirth and age. In addition, there are various benefits of breast augmentation surgery such as an improved symmetry to the body, and a boost in self confidence and esteem. Dr. Sundin, a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and his team strive to provide an excellent surgical experience for each patient. To set up a personal consultation with Dr. Sundin to discuss your specific needs, call our office at (804) 290-0909 or you can email us here. We look forward to hearing from you!

Posted in Skin Care, Wrinkle Reduction

Evolence

Evolence® is one of the newer products when it comes to reducing existing wrinkles, but it was not designed to prevent them. Evolence is a collagen injection that fills facial lines and wrinkles that occur as we age. It does not require a skin test for allergies and is approved by the US FDA.

Evolence is a “dermal filler” that can last up to six months, however, some studies show it can last up to 12 months. More than one treatment may be required, depending upon your individual condition.

“Natural collagen”, the main component that is said to make this product unique, is a substance already found in the human body, and is essential for plump, youthful and vibrant skin. Evolence is used in the United States, Europe, Canada, Israel and internationally

Evolence Basics

Evolence typically does not require any downtime
Natural – from “Natural collagen”
See before and after photos posted on the official website to get an idea of what to expect
Very similar to Botox Cosmetic
An “alternatives to plastic surgery”

Evolence vs. Juvederm: which is better?

Injecting Evolence seems to give a more even flow and less bruising and swelling than Juvederm or Restylane. It’s an alternative to Juvederm, not necessarily better. It is promoted as being a more natural filler, and if that is what you are looking for, it may be a good choice.

Evolence vs. Restylane, which is better?

Evolence is preferred by many for its ease of use, long lasting effects and minimal to no downtime vs. Restylane.

The official pitch at the top of the Evolence website is “a naturally younger-looking you.” One of the more common areas addressed with this cosmetic procedure is around the mouth (laugh lines).

The Bottom Line

We like a number of injectables but Evolence is a recent favorite.