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Mercy Health Partners provides laser and aesthetic services
at two convenient Centers: Harbour Pointe Medical Associates in
Norton Shores and Westshore Family Medicine in Muskegon (near the
Mercy Campus). Call 1-888-78LASER (52737) for a free consultation.
Jacque Wakefield, Certified Aesthetician & Permanent Makeup Technician. |
Mercy Health Partners is pleased to offer state of the
art laser treatments and aesthetic skin services to help patients
with a variety of cosmetic and medical skin issues. Our trained
physicians and certified aesthetician are experienced in providing
even the most delicate procedures. These professionals will work
with you to achieve your desired outcomes.
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BOTOX®
 Tiny
injections of BOTOX help temporarily remove wrinkles from the brow
and forehead areas. The procedure is quick – it takes about
10 minutes for all injections to be completed. The physician will
determine the exact location for the injections based on nerve locations
and desired result.
BOTOX works by relaxing overactive muscles that cause lines between
the brows to form. BOTOX blocks the transmission of nerve impulses
to the injected muscles. BOTOX injections are temporary, lasting
about 4 months, and the injection cannot spread beyond the injection
site. The injections are painless and while a little bruising can
occur it is uncommon and slight.
Chemical Peel
A chemical peel can improve the texture and appearance of the face.
A solution containing concentrated doses of acid is applied to the
skin for a brief period of time and then is washed off. The solution
exfoliates the topmost layers of skin to peel off over several days.
When the peeling process is complete, it exposes a new layer of
undamaged skin that is smoother in texture and more even in color.
The peeling process isn’t quite as drastic as it sounds –
most of the time the peeling is really just the flaking-off of old
skin.
Usually patients undergo several treatments to obtain the best
results. The chemical peel is best for acne, dry skin, sun weathered
skin, fine wrinkles and irregular pigmentation.
Clinical Facials
For the ultimate pampering experience try a clinical facial. This
facial is unique because we use Hormeta products—a Swiss skin
care line made from pure minerals. This facial will leave the skin
firmer, smoother, and more radiant skin.
The treatment lasts 50- minutes and includes a gentle facial cleansing,
exfoliation and toning treatment, followed by a special mask created
specifically for each individual’s skin type. This is followed
by a relaxing time under steamer and concludes with a facial massage.
This treatment will decrease the healing time following other aesthetic
treatments. Be sure to ask about packages that include a clinical
facial.
Collagen Enhancements
Collagen enhancements are injected into the skin to provide structural
support. They can be used to give fuller lips and to fill in facial
wrinkles and fine lines. Our collagen enhancements are made from
natural products and require no allergy testing. Results are immediate
and last from 3-12 months. Our collagen enhancement products include
Cosmoderm, Cosmoplast, Hylaform, Hylaform Plus, Radiesse, and Restylane.
Laser Treatments
Lasers are used for:
- Elimination of unwanted hair.
- Removal of small facial and leg veins.
- Rejuvenation of sun damaged skin.
- Removal of wrinkles.
- Treatment of acne.
- Treatment of rosacea.
- Treatment of stretch marks.
- Treatment of psoriasis.
- Removal of port wine stain birthmarks.
- Removal of warts.
The Centers have four separate lasers each with a different wavelength
of light, which allows the physicians to more exactly target the
treatment area and minimizes damage to surrounding structures.
Most laser treatments are fairly painless. A skin-cooling airflow
helps keep you comfortable. Post treatment, the skin may be pink
or red and this will last a few hours to a day.
Hair removal
In four or five treatments, the laser will remove unwanted hair
from the legs, arms, back, shoulders, underarms, upper lip or bikini
area. And the results are virtually permanent, needing only annual
touch ups.
The laser emits a beam of energy that passes through the skin follicle,
the energy is transformed into heat which disables the follicle
so it cannot re-grow hair.
The laser hair removal process usually takes four to five treatments
(spaced apart by a month) because hair grows in cycle and the laser
only works on hair in the early growth stage. Repeat sessions will
treat all follicles in the growth phase.
Vascular conditions
Lasers can treat a variety of vascular (blood vessel) conditions.
These include spider veins of the legs and face, port-wine stain
birthmarks, warts, and rosacea. The laser targets and coagulates
or destroys problem blood vessels while leaving the surrounding
skin unchanged and unharmed. Results can be seen in three to four
weeks and it takes just one or two treatments.
The laser treatments are gentle enough to use on babies.
Facial rejuvenation
The wrinkles only go where the smiles have been . . . lasers can
help rejuvenate your face, taking away laugh lines, sun damage,
irregular pigmentation and large pores. Our special pulsed dye lasers
remove enlarged blood vessels and stimulate the underlying collagen
that supports the skin. There is no scarring or skin damage.
Facial rejuvenation takes three or four treatments and each treatment
takes about 20 minutes. Results are visible after the second or
third treatment.
Psoriasis
Advanced laser technology can bring relief from the redness, scaling,
and itching of psoriasis. To help psoriasis patients, the physician
will direct a beam of light and eliminate the small blood vessels
that support the growth of psoriatic plaque. When the vessels are
gone, the growth of the plaque should be significantly slowed of
stopped altogether. Mild or moderate psoriasis responds best to
laser treatment,
Psoriasis treatment by laser is similar in overall effectiveness
as PUVA, UV or UVB, drugs, and lotions but with fewer undesirable
side-effects and longer remission.
Some insurances cover treatments.
Acne
Young people and adults who suffer from inflammatory acne will find
reprieve with pulse laser treatments. The laser selectively eliminates
the small blood vessels that cause inflammation and red acne. With
these blood vessels gone, acne is lessened and more controlled.
Acne requires one or two treatments and results are seen in about
a month.
The laser treatment is gentle and will not aggravate an existing
condition.
Microdermabrasion
This process uses a special device to safely and carefully remove
the outermost layer of the skin through the rapid movement of tiny
crystal particles. By removing this layer of skin, dead skin cells
are eliminated and the vacuuming action of the treatment increases
skin circulation, which helps to soften fine facial lines. Our special
process includes pre-cleansing and post-treatment vapor therapy.
After a microdermabrasion treatment, when the skin is properly re-hydrated
and pH is calibrated, patients should not see flaking or peeling.
Your skin will appear pink and will feel much softer.
A starter set of skin care products is included for patients who
opt for a microdermabrasion package. For those who want to purchase
individual treatments the skin care products are a required purchase.
Usually 4-6 treatments are required for optimal results.
Permanent Makeup
Imagine waking up everyday with part of your makeup already on.
That’s exactly what permanent makeup can do. Our certified
aesthetician specializes in the application of permanent eyebrows,
eyeliner, eyelash enhancement, lip liner, and full lip coloring.
Permanent makeup application is similar to tattooing. A topical
numbing cream is applied and the skin is gently etched open and
a permanent pigment is implanted into the skin. Typically 3 sessions
are needed to complete the process, each session lasting about 30
minutes.
Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is a procedure used for treating unsightly
varicose veins. A very small needle is used to inject a concentrated
salt solution into the abnormal vein. This scars the inside of
the blood vessel, which then shuts down and disappears. These superficial
veins are safe and easy to treat with a low complication rate and
minimal discomfort. Results are usually seen within days to weeks.
Multiple treatments my be necessary.
Anti-Aging Skin Care Products
In addition to aesthetic services we also offer a wide range of
skin care products to meet your needs. These are top quality products
that are only available through a physician. We carry the Obagi,
Glytone and Newport skin care lines. We also offer Jane Iredale
Pure Mineral Make-up.
Our Staff
These experienced professionals strive to stay on the leading edge
of cosmetic procedures, while maintaining a safe and comforting
environment for their patients.
Dr. Michael Banka, Dr. Brian Burdo, Dr. Kristen Brown, Dr. Nipa
Dani, Dr. Tony Izokaitis, Dr. Irma Parra, Dr. Elaine Schmidt, Nurse
Practitioner Marie Ritchard, and Certified Aesthetician Jacque Wakefield.
Cost
The cost of laser and other treatments varies greatly depending
on your desired outcome, skin type, medical condition (if any) and
other factors. An initial consultation is free and at that
time a total cost will be provided.
Payment can be made per treatment or we offer an attractive financing
package that we can share with you.
For more information or to schedule a free consultation, call 1-888-78LASER.
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