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What is Perfectio X? Perfectio X™ is an innovative red light therapy device that’s designed to provide incredible anti-aging benefits while rejuvenating, tightening, and strengthening your skin. The topical heating delivered by Perfectio™ X can also temporarily relieve minor muscle and joint pain, increase blood circulation, and relax your muscles.

What are Perlane® Dermal Fillers? Perlane® is an injectable dermal filler used in cosmetic procedures to soften wrinkles and reduce lines and other depressions of the skin. Its natural ingredients and long-lasting results have quickly made Perlane® one of the leading cosmetic dermal fillers used today. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, hyaluronic acid-based fillers are the...

A chemical agent that reacts to light is applied to the growths and absorbed by the abnormal cells. Hours later, those medicated areas are activated by a strong light and the treatment selectively destroys abnormal cells while causing minimal damage to normal tissue. This treatment is best for pre-cancerous and some types of superficial skin cancers.

What Does PicoWay Laser Treatment Do? PicoWay is an advanced, non-surgical treatment that uses very short bursts of laser energy to treat minor skin imperfections and signs of aging, leaving you with renewed, younger-looking skin. How Is the PicoWay Laser Different from Other Lasers? Originally used for tattoo removal, this breakthrough technology uses the shortest laser pulse available on the...

Forefront offers a variety of plastic surgery treatments and procedures, including those listed below. Find a Forefront location near you to learn how our skin and healthcare experts can help you look and feel your best.

Post-weight loss surgery is usually performed after massive weight loss, most often due to bariatric surgery (also sometimes called gastric bypass, gastric band, or gastric sleeve surgery). Massive weight loss often leaves the patient with large amounts of loose, saggy skin. This can be disheartening for the patient who has worked hard to lose weight and regain good health. Rather...

Anti-Aging Treatment with Profound® A single treatment that creates elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid—building blocks to keep your skin smooth and elastic. No toxins, fillers or surgery. Improves aging skin, to reduce the signs of aging. Creates younger skin. Profoundly. Profound is a revolutionary new energy-based facial treatment designed to create new elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid – the building...

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy for Hair Loss Hair loss and thinning affect men and women alike, often negatively impacting their confidence and self-esteem. Although treatments to regrow lost hair are available, many are invasive or problematic in other ways. Prescription medications for hair loss and thinning can cause unpleasant side effects, while a hair transplant is a costly surgical procedure that has...

What Is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is a common skin condition that leads to patches of dry, scaly, itchy skin. It isn't contagious and can't be spread from person to person. What Are Psoriasis Symptoms? Psoriasis symptoms can vary for each person and depend on the specific type. Most people with this condition have red, inflamed patches of skin that are covered...

Pulse-Dye Laser Therapy with Vbeam® The Vbeam pulse dye laser by Candela has been a gold standard laser treatment for vascular conditions for decades. This incredibly versatile Vbeam laser treats a remarkable array of skin conditions, from red and brown discoloration to vascular and pigmented lesions to wrinkles and acne and beyond for dramatic skin rejuvenation. The Vbeam laser is...

The Q-Switched ruby laser system removes rare and resistant tattoo colors and provides effective treatment for hyperpigmentation and melasma.

Reconstructive surgery is the main term for procedures that help restore the form and function of the body. While many are for functional purposes, more individuals choose this type of procedure to regain an aesthetic appearance that was lost either from an accident, surgery, or from birth. Our surgeons specialize in breast reconstruction, cleft lip and palate repair, pediatric plastic...

What Is Restylane®? Restylane® is a line of dermal fillers composed of hyaluronic acid. Each injectable in this family of products is designed to meet a specific skin need and can be used to soften and smooth wrinkles, plump and add volume to your lips and cheeks, and target lines around your mouth. How Does Restylane® Work? Each Restylane® filler...

What Are RHA Dermal Fillers? The RHA collection is the latest advancement in dermal fillers—RHA stands for Resilient Hyaluronic Acid. These unique fillers contain hyaluronic acid gel and are designed to mimic the natural hyaluronic acid produced by the body. Developed in Switzerland and popular throughout Europe, the RHA line of fillers are only available at select practices. Forefront Dermatology...

If you are unhappy with the shape or size of your nose, or if you have difficulty breathing due to a structural issue within the nose, our board-certified surgeons can help you by performing a cosmetic and/or functional rhinoplasty. What is rhinoplasty? Rhinoplasty, also known as nose surgery or a “nose job,” is a highly popular procedure with a history...

Rhinoplasty, commonly known as nose surgery or a nose job, is a procedure that alters how your nose looks or functions. With over 350,000 procedures performed yearly in the United States, rhinoplasty is the most common facial plastic surgery treatment. The nose is one of the most defining characteristics of the face, so even a slight alteration in its size...

What Is Ringworm? Ringworm is a common skin condition that appears as an itchy, circular rash. Despite the name, no worms are involved – ringworm gets its name from its circular shape. What Causes Ringworm? Ringworm is caused by a fungal infection that spreads in various ways. You can catch ringworm if you touch another person or animal (primarily cats,...

What Is Rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that typically affects the face and sometimes the eyes. It's common to mistake this inflammatory skin problem as acne, an allergic reaction, or eczema because of the redness and acne-like bumps it causes on the skin. What Does Rosacea Skin Look Like? Rosacea causes your face and neck to blush or...

What Are Scabies? Scabies is a common, highly contagious skin condition that affects millions of people each year. Scabies is an infestation of the skin caused by a microscopic bug called the human itch mite. This tiny mite burrows into the outer layers of skin where it lays eggs. The body develops an allergic reaction to the mites, causing a...

What Is the MOXI Laser? Sciton’s MOXI is a 1927nm fractionated laser that gently treats visible signs of aging, uneven skin tone, and damaged skin. Effective for the face and body, MOXI treatment addresses skin concerns such as: Pigmentation and sun damage Skin laxity issues Texture issues Uneven skin tone Wrinkles and other signs of aging

Are you suffering from scleroderma? Scleroderma is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects your skin, connective tissues, muscles, bones, blood vessels, joints, and organs. It occurs when the immune system triggers your body to produce too much collagen. Collagen is a protein that strengthens skin and provides firmness and elasticity. When you have scleroderma, it causes your skin to become...

This technique is usually reserved for small lesions generally not on the face. Local anesthesia is administered, the growth is gently scraped off with a tool with a sharp, ring-shaped tip, and then the tumor site is burned with a small needle.