Welcome to General, Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology, where Dr. Stephen Miller, Dr. Karis McCarroll and Dr. Catherine Tisdall specialize in the most current treatments in Dermatology. They are trained and experienced in performing procedures with both proficiency and safety. We have expanded our cosmetic department to better serve our clientel. It is very important to recieve treatment in a dermatology clinic where total knowledge of your skin history is considered for your complete satisfaction.

ACTIVE FX/DEEP FX

 The purpose of CO2 Fractional laser is simple -  Replace damaged skin with new, fresh skin. An effective facial rejuvenation technique that can produce longlasting results.

  The fractional technology delivers the CO 2 laser energy in a pixel-like fashion where microscopic holes 0.3 mm are punched into the skin right next  to each other via computer-generated pattern.  This fractionated CO2  laser technology delivers microscopic column of CO 2 energy across the skin barrier, penetrating 20% of skin surface area right next to each other.  The other 80% non-ablated skin surface areas facilitate faster healing. Minimal downtime of 5-7 days.  

Botox Therapy
BOTOX Cosmetic is a simple, nonsurgical, physician- administered treatment that can temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown lines, crow's feet around the eyes and forehead wrinkles in people from 18 to 65 years of age. It is the only treatment of its type approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). With tiny local injections - within days there's a noticeable improvement in moderate to severe frown lines in the area treated. The results can last up to 4 months.
 
BOTOX Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium, which reduces the activity of the muscles that cause those frown lines to form over time.
 
Call to see if BOTOX Cosmetic is right for you!
 
Restylane
Restylane is a safe and natural cosmetic dermal filler that restores volume and fullness to the skin to correct facial wrinkles and folds.
 
Restylane is a cosmetic dermal filler made of hyaluronic acid, a natural substance that already exists in the human body. The hyaluronic acid in Restylane is a crystal-clear gel called NASHA TM or Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid.
 
Restylane maintains its shape using the body's own moisture. The hyaluronic acid in Restylane is hydrophilic or "water loving." As hyaluronic acid gradually degrades, each molecule binds to more water and over time, the same volume can be maintained with less hyaluronic acid. This ability of hyaluronic acid to bind to water is what helps provide lasting results.
 
Unlike rooster-derived hyaluronic acids and bovine collagen products, Restylane is free from animal proteins. This limits any risk of animal-based disease transmissions or development of allergic reactions to animal proteins.
 
Speak to Dr. Miller's staff to see if Restylane is right for you! 
 
AFT(Advanced Florescent light technology) Photorejuvination            Just about anyone can benefit from this treatment.
This type of treatment is beneficial for elimination of the following: facial redness associated with Rosea, prominent blood vessels, unwanted hyperpigmented areas and textural irregularities and uneven discoloration of the skin. An important benefit is that there is no downtime, which interferes with business and social schedules.
 
Depending on the condition, treatments are repeated monthly for a limited time. There is minimal discomfort, and topical cream anesthetic can be used if one wishes. Each time  treatment is done, the patient leaves the office a little pink, blotchy, or puffy. This blotchiness is usually gone in 1-2 hours, or sometimes longer. Use of make up, sunscreens, or lotions is not interrupted. 
 
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a skin-freshening technique that helps repair facial skin that takes a beating from the sun and the effects of aging. A device like a fine sandblaster is used to spray tiny crystals across the face, mixing gentle abrasion with suction to remove the dead, outer layer of skin. As with other skin rejuvenation techniques, more than one treatment may be needed to reduce unwanted pigmentation and excess layers of dead cell debre. 
  Maintenance of results requires periodic repeat treatments after the initial regimen is completed. Microdermabrasion is often combined with various chemical peels to increase the effect.
 
Benefits:

• Virtually no side effects.
• Gives the skin an overall fresh, healthy-looking glow.
• Nonsurgical, safe, effective "lunch hour" procedure.
• Effective on all skin colors and types.
• No anesthetic required.
• Excellent for skin sensitive to chemical procedures.
• Normal activities can be resumed immediately.

Laser Hair Removal      Good Riddance!
The removal of unwanted hair from various parts of the skin surface is something of importance to many men and women. The use of shaving, waxing, tweezing, and chemical depilatory creams are all temporarily beneficial, but offer no long-term benefit. Electrolysis is effective in destroying hair roots resulting in the possibility of long-term hair reduction, but it is a very slow and painful process. Sometimes electrolysis may leave small marks or scars that are very long lasting.
 
We use LightSheerTM diode Laser by LumenisTM for hair removal. This laser was selected by our practice due to its effectiveness and safety in various skin types.

Chemical Peel - peel away signs of age to reveal your radiant, renewed new skin. Exposure to sun and windnaturally adds furrows and lines to your skin
Chemical peel uses a chemical solution to improve and smooth the texture of the facial skin by removing its damaged skin cells, leaving fresh skin with a more even surface and color. It is helpful for those individuals with facial blemishes, wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation. The precise formula used may be adjusted to meet each patients needs. We welcome you to come in for a free consultation with the clinic aesthetician.
  Continual chemical peel may also remove pre-cancerous ~ skin growths, soften acne facial scars and even control acne.

Leg Vein Treatment
Spider veins can be treated with sclerotherapy injections. Most of the leading experts with vast experience with spider vein treatment agree that sclerotherapy is by far the most effective treatment for this condition. The type of solution chosen by Dr. Miller was selected for its maximum effectiveness and minimal discomfort.
 
For questions about your leg veins, please call our office.