Wilmington Health is proud to offer Cosmetic Dermatology services to our community. We have a licensed aesthetician who partners with our Dermatology providers to provide services for skin maintenance and beautification. A Licensed Aesthetician can perform a variety of cosmetic procedures, including laser treatments, chemical peels, and micro-needling, just to name a few. I can also analyze skin and help create custom skin care regimens.
Lasers
At Wilmington Health Dermatology, we have a Cynosure Apogee Elite laser machine.
The Cynosure Apogee Elite utilizes YAG 1064 nm and Alexandrite 755 nm laser wavelengths to target permanent laser hair reduction and the treatment of pigmented and vascular lesions. This machine safely and effectively treats all skin types and tones.
Chemical Peels
Wilmington Health Dermatology offers Glytone chemical peels. Choose from a Mandelic, 50 % Glycolic Acid or Jessner Peel. Chemical peels are solutions made up of acids that are applied to the skin for only a short period of time and then neutralized. These acids penetrate into the layers of your skin to exfoliate and promote cell turnover to reveal brighter and healthier-looking skin. Minimal peeling, dryness and itching of the treated skin post-peel is to be expected, but does not always occur.
Micro-needling
Micro-needling is a procedure in which many tiny needles are punctured into the skin to create micro channels. This triggers your body’s natural healing response and promotes new formation of skin cells, collagen and elastin production. At Wilmington Health Dermatology, we use a SkinPen micro-needling device. This device utilizes single-use cartridges that contain 14 needles to effectively treat scars, uneven pigmentation, and wrinkles on the face and neck. Topical numbing is typically necessary to make this procedure more comfortable.
Botox and Filler
We offer cosmetic injectables, including Botox and a variety of Restylane fillers. Botulinum toxin, also known as Botox, is used to temporarily restrain muscles from moving. It can be used to prevent new fine lines and wrinkles from forming and to smooth out existing ones. Botox is FDA approved to temporarily improve the appearance of forehead lines, frown lines and crow’s feet.
Filler is primarily composed of Hyaluronic Acid, a substance that naturally occurs in the human body to provide moisture, elasticity and volume to the skin. Restylane fillers utilize Hyaluronic Acid in conjunction with lidocaine to add back lost volume to the skin. Fillers can be used in a variety of areas including lips, nasolabial folds, cheeks and chin. We carry Restylane Kiss, Restylane Lift and Restylane Defyne to address various areas of concern.
Our Nurse Practitioners
Lynne Saffo, FNP-C and Rebecca Maphis, FNP are our nurse practitioners who perform cosmetic injection procedures. They are both skilled injectors who will consult with you, outline your options in detail and help you decide on the best treatment plan for your desired outcome.
Meet our Licensed Aesthetician
Holly McPherson, CMA, Licensed Aesthetician Holly is excited to serve the patients of the Wilmington area providing a range of cosmetic dermatology services in collaboration with the Dermatologists. She has been a CMA for 21 years and a Licensed Aesthetician for 7 years. In her free time, she enjoys going to visit her daughter and spending time on the beach.
Call our Midtown location to schedule an appointment 910.395.3477