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Are Mini-Procedures Replacing Cosmetic Surgeries?

In recent months, people are undergoing minor anti-aging treatments such as dermal fillers and botox instead of cosmetic surgeries. It is not difficult to understand why. More people, men and women alike, are trying to find convenient, risk-free ways to improve their appearances without having to deal with expensive and painful surgeries with long downtime. With our busy schedules at work and endless personal commitments, it becomes more challenging for people to take long downtime from medical treatments.  Mini-Procedures that are very popular right now Botox remains the most popular treatment aesthetic doctors in Singapore administer to their patients. Even after 20 years in the market, Botox is still the most effective treatment for wrinkles around the forehead, eyes and eyebrows.  Dermal fillers come in different types and in many forms. Hyaluronic Acid (HA) fillers are the most common types of dermal fillers in Singapore . HA is a naturally-occurring substance found

Daily Habits That May Cause Acne Scarring (Bet You Didn't Know)

Acne is not the most painful thing anyone has to manage during puberty. Adults who have gone through severe acne in their teenage years would say that the most difficult issue they have to struggle with is the unsightly acne scars that are left behind after acne breakout.  Nursing an acne breakout amidst a busy schedule is difficult enough, but the emotional trauma that acne scars leave behind is far-reaching.  For people who have been suffering from recurring acne breakout, the biggest challenge is nurse your skin back to its original state without causing any permanent damage or scarring to the face.  We speak to Dr. Siew Tuck Wah, Medical Director of Radium Medical Aesthetics, to tell us how to treat acne and acne scars effectively with minimal risk of permanent scarring.  Squeeze your pimples Your skin doctor always tells you not to squeeze your pimples. You probably heard this a thousand times but you are still doing it. Popping a pimple using your hands incre

Doctor's Guide to Types of Scars and Effective Treatment Methods

Our skin weights about 8 pounds, covering a surface area of about 22 square feet. Most of us take our skin for granted but very few people know its importance in keeping us alive. Our skin is waterproof, insulating us from extreme weather conditions, and keeping out pollutants and harmful chemicals out of our body.  The skin is also very vulnerable because it covers our whole body, shielding us from the harsh conditions. A small injury or trauma can make a big difference in how it looks, leaving unsightly scars that can be etched on the skin for life. Throughout our lives, our skin is subject to injuries, trauma, and acne. Most people are affected by acne scarring because acne scars on the face can be unsightly.   The truth is that these scars will never completely go away. However, there are various treatment options that can help reduce its appearance.  Different types of scars There are several different types of scars including:  HYPERTROPHIC SCARS  are rai