Dr. Zimmet was recently on a PBS Special, “Vein Health: Discoveries, New Technologies and Breakthroughs” hosted by Dr. Helane Fronek, a leading specialist in the study of vein disease.
Our very own Dr. Zimmet is one of the distinguished vein care experts on the panel who helps viewers understand venous system basics, what happens when veins deteriorate, discusses vein treatment options and takes questions from the live studio audience.
The show aired on March 13, 2012, but you can watch clips of Dr. Zimmet, and learn more about vein health right here:
Be sure to watch the TODAY Show on Thursday, May 3 during the 10 a.m. hour to see Ultherapy in action!
Dr. Pat Wexler, a New York City dermatologist, will showcase Ultherapy, a revolutionary procedure that uses ultrasound waves to gently heat tissue to lift and tighten skin without harming its surface.
TODAY Show host, Kathy Lee Gifford will get a Ultherapy treatment during a segement that includes a round-up of beauty treatments. It might be on earlier than 10 a.m., so make sure you watch so you don’t miss it.
To learn more about Zimmet Vein and Dermatology’s Ultherapy treatments, contact us today.
This summer, sunscreen bottles will be getting a makeover. The FDA recently announced that sunscreen manufacturers will be required to disclose whether their sunscreen protects against UVA rays, UVB rays, or both. Additionally, labeling that describes sunscreen as water- or sweat-proof will be removed and replaced with either “water resistant (40 minutes)” or “water resistant (80 minutes).”
The purpose of the changes is to encourage consumers to seek out sunscreen that protects against skin damage, not just sunburn, as well as to re-apply sunscreen every two hours at least. The changes will first be enforced at the beginning of summer, when exposure to the sun and skin damage are most common.
Protecting yourself against the sun’s harmful rays is one of the most important things you can do to maintain your health. Be sure to apply sunscreen any time you go outside, especially in the summer. Furthermore, avoid tanning beds completely, as they have been strongly linked to melanoma even after only a few sessions. If you have any concerns about your skin, contact Zimmet Vein & Dermatology today.
Botox has been used for years as a way to smooth frown lines, but now, new research is revealing that Botox can actually help treat depression. In a psychiatric study, patients were administered Botox or saline placebo injections along the glabellar frown lines. After sixteen weeks, the patients with Botox injections reported a significant decrease in depressive symptoms like prolonged sadness, feelings of hopelessness, and perpetual fatigue.
Intuitively, one might guess that Botox boosted the patients’ self-esteem. However, while the individuals did report feeling more attractive, researchers attribute the results to another cause. The facial muscles and facial nerves are linked to the part of the brain that processes emotion, so using Botox on the parts of the face that are used for frowning may actually make patients happier.
Treatment for depression is just another off-label benefit of Botox injections; Botox has also been used to treat migraines and vulvodynia. For more information regarding the benefits of Botox injections, contact Zimmet Vein & Dermatology today.
Generally when someone mentions aging or wrinkles, we think of frown lines, crow’s feet or skin sagging. However, fine lines, wrinkles, and prominent veins on hands are also a key indicator of age. Recently, a new procedure has been reported to reduce the signs of aging of the hands using radiofrequency technology.
There are a number of devices that use radiofrequency energy to rejuvenate skin, including Endymed 3DEEP, Thermage and Ellman. The radiofrequency energy delivered to the skin stimulates new collagen formation. The new collagen acts as a foundation for the skin, creating a firmer, smoother appearance. A recent study evaluated the safety and efficacy of the procedure using 29 participants, each of whom received three of the treatments. After completion, 89% of the women saw a noticeable improvement in their hands’ wrinkles. Although some of the patients described the treatment as slightly uncomfortable, no adverse effects were reported.
If you would like more information about smoothing the fine lines on your hands, reducing prominent hand veins, or addressing other signs of hand aging contact Zimmet Skin & Vein for more information.