Cosmetic Dermatology in Sugar Land, TX
The skin is the largest organ in the body and performs many vital functions, but it is also the first thing people notice about us. When we look good, we feel good and we project our best self. Dr. Likhari understands the important role the appearance of our skin plays in our overall self-confidence. Her aesthetic approach is conservative, subtle, and natural.
Cosmetic services offered at Sweetwater Dermatology include:
Skin Tag Removal
Skin tags are harmless growths that occur in areas of rubbing or friction. They are not dangerous but people often want them removed for cosmetic reasons or discomfort. We remove them by numbing the skin with a lidocaine injection, snipping them off, and applying medication to stop any bleeding.
Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra
DPNs are harmless, hyperpigmented growths on the face that are often genetic. We remove them by applying a topical numbing cream or using a numbing injection and then lightly burning them off.
Cosmetic Mole Removal
Moles that are not dangerous but are unwanted for reasons of cosmesis or discomfort can be removed for an out-of-pocket fee. All moles that are removed, even cosmetic ones, will be sent to a pathologist for review to make sure they are benign.
Milia Extractions
Milia are tiny whiteheads near the surface of the skin that can occur in oily or acne-prone skin types or due to the use of cosmetic products that clog your pores. They can be extracted in the office.
Chemical Peels
Chemical peels refer to the application of one or more chemicals to the skin surface to “burn off” damaged skin and allow for resurfacing. Peels can improve sun damage, melasma, hyperpigmentation, acne, fine lines and wrinkles, and precancers. Schedule a consultation to discuss the peels offered at Sweetwater Dermatology.
Muscle Relaxants
Botox® and Dysport® are injectable muscle relaxants that reduce or eliminate the appearance of wrinkles on the skin. They take effect within about 10 days and last for 3-4 months. They are a safe and highly effective way to decrease the signs of aging in a subtle way. Schedule an appointment today for a consultation.
Fillers
Dermal fillers are injectable products used to plump and fill areas of volume loss that occur with normal aging. With a gentle and subtle approach, they can restore youthfulness, add definition, and create a refreshed and rejuvenated look.
Microneedling
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure utilizing an FDA-approved device to make tiny punctures in the skin which stimulate collagen production, improving the appearance of acne scars, fine lines, and enlarged pores. With minimal discomfort and downtime, this is a great way to enhance the texture of your skin. For a more “glowy',” volumized, and youthful result, the procedure can be done using your own plasma and is popularly known as the “Vampire Facial.”
PRP
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) scalp injections are a great adjunct to treating male or female pattern hair loss. PRP is a component of your own blood that can be injected into the scalp. The growth factors present in the plasma improve blood flow to the hair follicle, thereby resulting in new hair growth with thickening and strengthening of the hair shaft.
AviClear Laser
The first-of-its-kind and latest laser technology for the treatment of mild, moderate, and severe acne has arrived. The AviClear laser is the first and only FDA-cleared energy device for acne. It can safely and effectively treat all skin types and all acne severities. Best of all, it can do so without pills and creams which often require long-term treatment and have numerous potential side effects.