Vanguard Skin Specialists offers a full menu of Aesthetic services designed to restore our patients’ confidence in their physical appearance while reducing signs of premature aging and improving skin conditions such as chronic acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation. Paired with a customized regimen of medical-grade skincare products offered through our clara MediSpa, Vanguard’s aesthetic services can […]
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The Challenge of Rhinoplasty “The nose knows….”
By Dr. James Banich Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon The nose is the center of the face. Subtle changes in the shape and size of the nose can make a major impact on the entire facial aesthetic. It is for that reason that altering the shape of the nose is, in my opinion, one of the most challenging […]
Keratosis Pilaris – Areas that look like “Chicken Skin”
Warmer weather brings short sleeve tops, so this time of year, patients increasingly ask us about keratosis pilaris (KP). KP appears as tiny bumps on the skin. Some people describe it as plucked chicken skin while others think it looks like small pimples. KP can be different colors ranging including white, red, pink, brown, black, […]
Break Habits that Age Your Skin
Happy New Year! As you make your new year resolutions, consider dropping the bad habits that are causing your skin to age too quickly. Our dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and skin experts share their advice on how to prevent aging skin. 1. Pulling at Your Eyes How you clean and protect your eyes can affect damage […]
The 5 Most Popular Cosmetic Procedures for the Holidays
The holidays are a busy time for cosmetic procedures and people get ready to face the new year. Whether it is the prospect of feeling and looking your best at a time when most of having plans to see friends and family or to take advantage of some time off to do some things for […]
Super Spring Skin Care Tips
As winter comes to an end and spring sets in, the trees are shedding their coats of snow and green buds are blossoming – and the birds are returning in droves. People who love the outdoors are spending increasing amounts of time outside, now that the sun’s rays are stronger and it’s getting warmer. So, […]
Why Is BOTOX® So Popular?
Over the past several decades, BOTOX® has become what is probably the most well-known cosmetic treatment – eliminating wrinkles with a simple shot. 95% of respondents on Real Self say BOTOX® is worth it, and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons estimates 7.4M BOTOX® treatments are administered annually. Why is BOTOX® so popular and should […]
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