Profhilo EN

In which areas is it applied?

it\s applied
-on the face,
-on the neck,
– in hands,
-on the arms and abdomen

PROFHILO – injectable treatment that promotes the support of the oval of the face in a unique way

What is Profhilo and why is it unique?

Profhilo is a new injectable anti-aging and skin firming-relaxing treatment.
It contains low and high molecular weight hyaluronic acid (a key component of the extracellular substance of the tissues, i.e. the substance found between the cells and whose main role is the binding of water), which interact with each other in a unique way based on Hydrolift Action technology.

What does this mean in practice?

The innovative composition of Profhilo makes it unique in restoring skin hydration in a natural way while at the same time improving its elasticity-firmness.

What are the effects of Profhilo?

– Profhilo deeply moisturizes the skin,
-promotes the synthesis of new collagen,
– improves elasticity
-gives shine and
-restores skin firmness

How is it applied?

With the BAP technique, i.e. injecting at 5 points on each side of the face or neck.
The whole process is quick and painless.
After applying an anesthetic cream for 15 minutes, we proceed to inject the product into the BAP points.
We call BAP points bio-aesthetic points because they are the points that need more hydration and support.
From those points, the product will spread in a natural, unique and three-dimensional manner in a radius of about 2 centimeters, creating hydration and support for the face, restoring its oval.
After application there may be some slight swelling at the injection sites which will resolve in 4 to 24 hours maximum.

What to expect after application?

Two sessions are required 4 weeks apart.
From the first day, the results gradually begin to be seen, while after 8 weeks the skin looks incredibly shiny, hydrated and firm as new collagen and elastin will have been created.
Profhilo does not swell or alter facial features.
Needs maintenance with one application after 6-9 months.

From what age is Profhilo treatment indicated?

After the age of 30 for prevention and preservation of youth as well as for older ages that see the first signs of loss of elasticity and the first wrinkles.

Conclusion: Profhilo injectable treatment awarded as unique and innovative of its kind

Why;

Profhilo combines two hyaluronics of different molecular weight 2 ml and 64mg/dl of total molecular weight that interact in a unique way offering immediate and continuous reconstruction of the tissues restoring the tumors to the support points. It combines deep hydration with the mechanical action of lifting without altering the features of the face.

 

Nucleofill EN

How it is applied

With the BAP technique, i.e. at the 5 points of support and regeneration of the face in 2 to 4 applications depending on the needs and the protocol to be applied. It is applied to the eyes, hair, body and hands using the method of microinjections, creating microbubbles.

Τι είναι ακριβώς είναι το NUCLEOFILL

Πρόκειται για ένα νέο φυσικό προϊόν αντιγήρανσης που περιέχει πολυνουκλεοτίδια ( ή αλλιώς πολυδεσοξυριβονουκλεοτίδια ) και ανήκει στην κατηγορία βιοδιεγερτών. Τα πολυνουκλεοτίδια προάγουν την παραγωγή νέου κολλαγόνου τύπου 1 επιτυγχάνοντας την σύσφιξη της επιδερμίδας ενώ παράλληλα ασκούν έντονη αντιοξειδωτική δράση και δεσμεύουν μεγάλες ποσότητες νερού.

Σε ποιές περιοχές εφαρμόζεται και σε ποιούς απευθύνεται

Υπάρχουν τρία διαφορετικά προϊόντα NUCLEOFILL ανάλογα την περιοχή που
εφαρμόζονται:
  • το NUCLEOFILL MEDIUM και το NUCLEOFILL STRONG για το οβάλ του προσώπου, τον λαιμό, τα χέρια και το σώμα
  • το NUCLEOFILL SOFT για τα μάτια
  • το NUCLEOFILL MEDIUM PLUS HAIR για τα μαλλιά
Απευθύνεται σε όλους, ανεξαρτήτου ηλικίας και τύπου δέρματος, που θέλουν να ενισχύσουν τόσο το οβάλ όσο και την ενυδάτωση του δέρματος. Επίσης απευθύνεται σε όλους όσους επενδύουν στην αντιγήρανση και την πρόληψη από νωρίς.

What to expect and when its results become visible

After the first 10 days from the first application, the results are noticeable on many levels and depending on the injected area such as:

  • long-lasting hydration of the skin by binding large amounts of water
  • lifting effect, correction and tightening of the oval of the face lasting up to 18 months
  • production of type 1 collagen and improvement of skin elasticity
  • reduction of fine wrinkles
  • shine
  • anti-aging

 

How long do the results last?

Results last up to 18 months. It is an all-natural innovative anti-aging product.

 

Exosomes

How exactly do they contribute to antiaging?
Aging is a state of mild chronic inflammation that leads tissues to decline in function.
Exosomes exert a strong anti-inflammatory effect by restoring the damage from chronic inflammation, i.e. the damage of aging!!!

EXOSOMATS exosomes, the new treatment that revolutionizes the field of Regenerative Medicine.

What exactly is exosome therapy?
Exosomes are nanoparticles-vesicles derived from stem cells that carry growth factors, cytokines, proteins, nucleotides and lipids.

What are their differences from stem cells?
They are a better and safer choice than stem cells because they penetrate more efficiently into the cells carrying all the information and material they need.
Also, precisely because they are not cells but cell derivatives, they do not have the ability to multiply, which makes them safer than stem cells!!
These are their main differences from stem cells.

They also exercise
– strong antioxidant action helping to correct damage from oxidative stress #oxidativestress

What other actions do #exosomes have?
-They have a strong vascular action (they make new vessels)
-protect the DNA of the cells from the deterioration of time
-contribute to cell homeostasis
– produce up to 690% more collagen and 300% more elastin

In a few words
– REVERSE aging
– FIGHT inflammation
– They PENETRATE better and are safer than stem cells.

In the clinic we have ASCEplus SRKV which contains the 1st exosome in the world derived from stem cells filtered with the innovative ExoSCRT technology!!!

We apply them with the help of the micro needling technique with local anesthetic cream.
The person concerned can immediately return to his/her activities.
The results become immediately visible from the next day while they continue to improve for another 1-2 months.

A second application after a month is recommended for optimal results!

Mole and Melanoma

Melanoma is the most serious and aggressive skin cancer.

It accounts for 1-3% of all cancers in the Western population, the sixth most common cancer in men and the seventh most common cancer in women.

It can develop on healthy skin de novo or on a pre-existing mole.

The development of melanoma is prevented by self-examination of moles at regular intervals, sun protection and skin examination by a specialist physician.

Spots are any area exposed to the sun such as the trunk, face, upper and lower extremities, as well as the soles or palms.

Conversely, spots hidden by swimwear very rarely show melanoma.

The possibility of melanoma occurrence depends on factors such as reckless exposure to ultraviolet radiation, sunburns especially during childhood, phototype (skin type, hair and eye color) but also heredity (Dysplastic Mole Syndrome).

The rapid evolution of a mole and the suspicious changes in its characteristics are two points that need further evaluation by a specialist doctor.

When is a mole suspicious and what should we be concerned about?

A mole is considered suspicious (suspected of developing melanoma) when it shows a change in one of the following five places:

Points ABCDE (rule)

A= nevus asymmetry – change along one axis

B= irregular, indistinct boundaries

C=color change, variety of colors

D=diameter >6 mm

E=evolution

When and how should a suspicious mole be removed?

A mole is removed when it develops rapidly and its changes are characterized as suspicious. It is forbidden to remove the mole with laser or cryocoagulation. The mole is only surgically removed and the lesion examined histologically (biopsy).

People with many moles (or Dysplastic Mole Syndrome) and frequent sunburns are more likely to develop melanoma. Childhood burns are particularly to blame as the body seems to ‘remember’ and retaliate years later.

Dysplastic Mole Syndrome is characterized by the presence of 2 or more dysplastic moles. A mole that appears asymmetrical with varying color and irregular borders is characterized as dysplastic. Its evolution is slow over a period of years. People with DMS are considered to be at increased risk for developing melanoma and should be seen by a specialist more often than the rest of the population. Also of great importance is the monthly self-examination for early diagnosis and prevention.

In the early stages of melanoma, the disease is curable. Read more about moles.

 

Scar correction

What scars do we correct?

We correct: 

  • atrophic scar (scar with imprint due to lack of collagen and elastin),
  • hypertrophic scar (scar caused by excessive collagen growth, remaining at the edges of the incision),
  • keloid (a very raised scar that extends beyond the boundaries of the incision from excessive collagen growth).

Scar correction

A scar has healed well when it is of normal width, color and depth. A scar cannot disappear, but it can be replaced by a better quality scar. The plastic surgeon intervenes surgically (scar restoration, scar revision) when the scar has matured. That is, a year has passed since its creation. This happens because the scar until it matures has a dynamic to change.

How can we fix a scar?

A scar is repaired by:

  • the color (correction of dark or red color),
  • the depth (correction of scar atrophy or hypertrophy),
  • the width,
  • the direction.

Scar Treatment:

There are many possibilities for the plastic surgeon to correct a scar.

We distinguish between conservative treatment and surgery.

In the conservative treatment, we have at our disposal pressure with silicone sheets, steroid injections, hyaluronic acid injections, lasers of the latest technology type erbium fractional.

Surgical treatment consists in removing the scar, creating a new scar with better healing conditions.

Skin tumors

Sebaceous cysts are caused by inflammation of the sebaceous glands of the skin. The duct of the glands becomes clogged and does not drain the sebum. They appear on oily skin and very often on the scalp. When the cyst forms, it should be removed in its entirety and not drained. If not removed, it will continue to be inflamed, especially during periods of stress (with symptoms of pus, redness and pain).

Treatment: surgical removal of the cyst along with its lining to prevent it from forming again.

By the term skin tumor we refer to any lump originating from the epidermis, the appendages of the epidermis (hair, sebaceous glands), the dermis and the subcutaneous tissue.

Skin tumors are divided into:

  • Benign, with the most common being lipoma and sebaceous cyst
  • Malignant, with melanoma, basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma being the most common.

Lipomas
They come from the subcutaneous fatty tissue. They are of unknown etiology but do not cause discomfort or inflammation. They are removed for cosmetic or medical reasons when they are large enough to press on adjacent tissues. When their size increases rapidly, a test should be done to rule out liposarcoma, a rare malignant tumor.

Treatment: surgical removal of the tumor (+ biopsy).

Basal Cell Carcinoma of the skin (BCC, Basal Cell Carcinoma)
It is the most common skin cancer, but with a very good prognosis. In Australia (light-skinned, with a lot of sunshine), the largest percentage of the population (90%) develops basal cell cancer. It is directly related to the harmful effects of the sun, and develops in the areas of the body that are exposed to the sun. It is very slow growing, and manifests as a plaque or lump that often bleeds, while a wound that does not close is created. It never metastasizes.

Treatment: surgical removal of the lesion along with 5 mm of healthy skin around it (+Biopsy).

Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
It is the second most common skin cancer after basal cell. Squamous cell carcinoma occurs in damaged skin. Lesions (ulcers, burns) may be due to:

  • to the harmful effects of the sun,
  • in constant injury,
  • in places of constant pressure (such as heavy glasses that often press and injure the nose).

There is also an association with smoking (SCC is common in the oral mucosa) and with the human HPV virus.

Treatment: surgical removal of the carcinoma (+biopsy) along with at least 5mm of healthy skin around the lesion. Squamous cell is a more aggressive cancer than basal cell. It metastasizes, and its removal must be timely when diagnosed.

Melanoma is discussed in the chapter on moles.

Moles

When should a mole be removed?
A mole should be removed when:

  • is clinically suspected,
  • presents with itching, bleeding, as well as when it is in a place that is mechanically irritated by friction,
  • his presence creates a lot of anxiety for the person concerned.

Definition of Moles

Moles (olives) are divided into congenital moles (appearing at birth or the first months of life) and acquired (appearing throughout life).

These are flat or swollen lumps of brown or blue color. A large increase in their number is observed during puberty (due to hormonal changes). During puberty, moles darken and increase in size. Changes can occur after years, as well as during pregnancy.

It needs attention, because all changes are not always innocent.

When is a mole suspicious and what should we be concerned about?

A mole is considered suspicious (suspected of developing melanoma) when it shows a change in one of the following five places:

Points ABCDE (rule)

A= nevus asymmetry – change along one axis

B= irregular, indistinct boundaries

C=color change, variety of colors

D=diameter >6 mm

E=evolution

Risk factors – increased risk for developing melanoma

There are some factors that are more conducive to the development of melanoma.

These factors are:

  • fair skin phototype (type 1 or type 2),
  • number of moles (those with a large number of moles are more likely to metastasize),
  • sunburns, mainly during childhood or adolescence,
  • the dysplastic mole syndrome (atypical moles with irregular borders),
  • large congenital nevus (present at birth).

When is the best time to remove a mole?
Whenever necessary, the mole should be removed. During the summer months, it is recommended to apply sunscreen to the scar.

Mole removal process – Olive
The process is very simple. The removal is done under local anesthesia, and the mole is sent for histopathological examination (biopsy).

The mole should be removed in its entirety along with healthy skin around it, and sent for histological examination no matter how innocent it appears. Do not use a laser to remove it.

Recovery – Recovery Time after Mole removal
There is no abstinence from activities. The person concerned does not need to take any precautions. He returns to the doctor’s office to have the stitches removed and receive the histology response.  

Additional Information – Frequently Asked Questions about moles

What is dysplastic mole syndrome?

Dysplastic mole syndrome is characterized by the presence of 2 or more atypical moles on the body.

Atypical moles have the following characteristics:

  • are larger than common moles,
  • εthey are colorful,
  • they have irregular borders and shadow around them.

They appear during childhood, and their characteristics change during adolescence. Dysplastic nevi have a 6% higher chance of developing melanoma, while if there is a family history the chances increase to 15%. When the syndrome of dysplastic moles occurs, it is mandatory to self-examine the moles with the help of a mirror every month, but also to have them examined every year by the plastic surgeon or dermatologist. A lot of sun protection is also recommended. Apart from the common moles, congenital moles and dysplastic moles, are there other types of moles?

We mention them:

  • Cyan mole. This is a deep blue mole with clear borders that is unique and appears during childhood, with greater frequency on the extremities and dorsum of the hands. It does not present a possibility of transformation into melanoma.
  • Spitz’s mole. It appears on the face of young children as a lump of reddish or pink color.

Conclusion

Moles should be examined by a plastic surgeon or dermatologist once a year, because early diagnosis is crucial. Protection from the sun’s UVA and UVB rays is also important. Sunburns, especially during childhood, are responsible for the development of melanoma. Long exposure to the sun during life is responsible for the remaining skin cancers.

When a mole looks suspicious, we should immediately contact a Plastic Surgeon. Mole removal is a very simple and frequent minor surgery in Plastic Surgery.

Tattoo removal

Factors affecting laser tattoo removal

Factors affecting laser tattoo removal are:

  • its age (the older the better);
  • its depth (the amateur tattoo is easier to remove, because it is more superficial),
  • its color (monochrome blacks behave better in erasing).

Tattoo removal is usually done for cosmetic reasons.

Tattoo Removal Methods

There are several ways to remove a tattoo.

The most common are:

  • surgical removal (in one or more surgical times),
  • skin scraping (1 to 3 sessions),
  • Q switched laser that erases almost all tattoo colors.

Surgical removal requires surgery under local or general anesthesia, depending on the extent of the tattoo. It also leaves scars, most often large ones.

Dermabrasion creates a deep burn with slow healing (possibility of creating a deformed scar, pigmentation, etc.)

Q switched lasers are the best choice for tattoo removal (painless, without recovery and wound changes).

4 – 6 sessions are needed at intervals of 20 days – 1 month.

Side effects after the laser

Possible side effects include temporary skin discoloration (normal skin color returns quickly).

With Q switched, the tattoo fades 95 – 100%. That is, it is likely to leave a shadow that most of the time is not visible.

Conclusion

Laser tattoo removal is painless and leaves no marks or scars.

It is not time-consuming to apply, nor do they need wound changes for later.

It is safe and the best solution for tattoo removal.

Q switched lasers are specialized lasers with unique applications for erasing tattoos and removing skin spots or moles.

 

Reconstruction

The results of each session are added together with the results of the previous ones.

After the Laser Fractional treatment, sunscreen protection is recommended.

In order for the results to last, maintenance is needed with 1-2 sessions a year.

The newest Lasers that we use for regeneration are of Erbium Fractional technology, that is, they affect the surface of the skin in sections, leaving passages of intact skin that help in quick healing and recovery.

The creation of zones of high heat between the intact zones prompts the skin to produce collagen and elastin.

Thus the skin is regenerated, fine wrinkles disappear, scars and stretch marks improve.

The results become visible gradually over time (continuous improvement up to 3-6 months).

The immediate results are a slight swelling of the area that lasts 1-2 days and gives the impression of immediate improvement.

Then all the healing processes begin, resulting in the creation of new collagen.

3 – 4 sessions are needed with an interval of 1 month.

Permanent Hair Removal

The intervals between hair removal sessions vary depending on the area, but also on the appearance of hair growth.

It is recommended that the session take place during the time when the hair is growing, and not after.

The results of hair removal after the end of the sessions are permanent when there is no hormonal disturbance.

Laser hair removal is the safest method recommended for permanent hair removal.

Laser hair removal areas are all areas that show hair growth.

Laser hair removal is for women and men of all ages.

General Information on Laser Hair Removal

It usually takes 6 – 8 sessions per area for permanent hair removal, spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart.

Laser energy is absorbed selectively and only by the hair follicle, and not by the skin. Because it is attracted to the melanin of the hair (hair pigment or the dark color of the hair), it is preferable that the adjacent skin is not tanned. So all the energy of the Laser is absorbed exclusively by the hair follicle.

Laser hair removal is allowed during the summer months, provided that you avoid the sun shortly before hair removal and that you use sunscreen afterwards.