Question 1

Acne

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Acne is a common skin condition that affects most people at some point in their life, and while more common in teenagers, it can affect many adults as well. It causes spots, oily skin, and can sometimes lead to scarring and post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation. There are different types of acne including whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, nodules, and cystic lesions.  Acne can be hereditary but also can be caused by other factors such as excess sebum (oil) production in the follicles and also bacteria and hormones. Acne most often affects the face, but it may spread to involve the neck, chest, and back. It can have a significant impact on your emotional well-being, especially if it results in scarring. Acne is a common condition we see in our clinic and one which responds well to treatment.    Our therapists can reccomended the best treatment to help with acne, treatmnents include, medical grade skincare,IPL & Lasers,Acne Hydrafacials, Obagi Blue peel radiance, ZO Peels, Micro needling, and many more treatments to have your skin looking its best.

Question 2

Acne scarring

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Even after the acne has been treated, it can leave behind acne scarring and uneven skin tone. Dr Grace and team has the experience and training to be able to offer the best acne scarring solutions, leaving your skin glowing and flawless.   Tretments for acne scarring include Chemical Peels ,   ,   Book a consultation today at Dr Grace Kelly clinic, Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross to find the right treatment for you.

Question 3

Skin rejuvenation

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Our age and lifestyle can take its toll on our skin. At Our Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross Skin rejuvenation clinic we offer the latest technologies to allow effective skin rejuvenation

Question 4

Pigmentation

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Pigmentation of the skin can be caused by a number of factors including illness, injury, medication, sun exposure and age. At Dr Grace Kelly aesthetic clinic Gerrards Cross,  we can treat these areas off pigmentation to maintain a flawless skin tone. Treatments for pimentation include, Obagi Medical Skin care range, Obagi Chemical peel , HydraFacial, M22 IPL/Laser, Micro-needling, Zo Skin Care range

Question 5

Crow's Feet Lines

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Crow’s feet lines occur at the outer corners of the eyes and are sometimes referred to as ‘smile’ or ‘laughter’ lines. They form when we smile or squint and as the skin loses collagen and elastin with age, reducing its elasticity.  Loss of volume in the cheek, also a natural part of the ageing process, contributes to the formation of crow’s feet lines too. Crow’s feet lines usually start to show from your mid-twenties onwards and are often more prominent at an earlier age if you have been over-exposed to the sun or if you smoke. We offer a variety of treatment options for this condition including anti wrinkle injections ( Botox ) Microneedling, Laser skin resufacing,Obagi medical, ZO Skin Health. These options will be discussed with you during your consultation.

Question 6

Wrinkles

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Wrinkles are one of the most common skin conditions we treat at our Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross aesthetics clinic, affecting most people as they get older and usually appearing in women at a younger age than men.    Wrinkles can appear all over the body but are most common and most visible around the eyes, forehead and mouth as well as the neck, décolletage and hands.  They are caused by exposure to the sun, the effects of natural muscle movement and by loss of collagen and natural oils in the skin as we get older. Genetic and environmental factors can also contribute to this condition.   our highly skilled team offer a wide range of treatment options for wrinkles including Profhilo, Botox. Laser Skin Resurfacing.Exilis ultra, Medical skin care. These will be discussed with you at your treatment consultation.

Question 7

Double Chin

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This is one of the most common conditions that we see across all age groups and results in a layer of fat forming below the chin or jawline. It is often caused by weight gain but several other causes are possible, including loosening of the skin and genetics. Poor posture can also contribute by loosening muscles in both the neck and the chin areas.   Diet and certain exercises may help to tone a double chin, but for best resuts we will usually recommend either Exilis Ultra or Aqualyx injections to dissolve small areas of fat.

Question 8

Dark Circle under eyes

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This is often a genetic condition, common in both men and women. It may also affect younger people, particularly if they have a chronic illness. Dark circles usually form due to pigmentation and/or blood vessels showing through from beneath the skin, or by shadows formed due to volume loss. They are sometimes accompanied by puffiness around the eyes. Ageing can also play its part as the skin loses collagen with age, making dark circles more noticeable. Allergies, exposure to the sun, dehydration, stress and lack of sleep can all influence the appearance of dark circles too.   Treatment options include Tear Trough Filler ,

Question 9

Forehead Lines

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Possibly one of the most common conditions that we treat at Dr Grace Kelly aesthetic slin clinic, forehead lines affect us often from mid-20’s onwards.  They are caused by the natural loss of collagen in the skin and the muscle activity that occurs when the eyebrows are raised or lowered.  Exposure to the sun and smoking are other common factors that can both cause and exaggerate this condition.   Our medical aesthetics team can offer a range of treatments, including anti-wrinkle injections, Medical skincare, Laser skin treatments to smooth out or remove forehead lines and rejuvenate old, tired or dehydrated skin.

Question 10

Sagging Skin

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sagging skin is a natural part of the ageing process due to loss of collagen and elastin from the mid-twenties onwards and is likely to affect everyone at some point in their lives.  It is usually most visible on the face, arms and neck but can appear almost anywhere on the body.   Exilis Ultra is a very effective advanced skin tightening treatment for this condition.

Question 11

Scars

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A scar is composed of fibrous tissue and is the body’s natural way of replacing lost or damaged skin. Scars form for many different reasons, including as a result of infections, surgery, injuries, or inflammation of the tissue. Scars may appear anywhere on the body, and the composition of a scar may vary. A scar may appear flat, lumpy, sunken, or colored. It may be painful or itchy. The final look of a scar depends on many factors, including the skin type and location on the body.   Laser resufx Microneedling

Question 12

Rosacea

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Rosacea is a skin condition that causes redness to the face, visible blood vessels and acne like pimples. The skin usually takes on a red, flushed appearance, and may be imflamed. The redness from Rosacea can get worse with age as your skin thins and blood vessels become more prominent.   Treatment options for patients will be discussed during your consultation. treatments for Rosacea include Rosacea Hydrafacial, IPL PhotoFacial. Obagi Medical skin care, ZO Skin health skincare

Question 13

Smokers Lines

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Smokers lines don't always occur due to smoking. As we get older, fine lines can appear around the lip area. Smokers lines occur from years of contracting the muscles as well as a reduction in the amount of collagen and elastin we produce.    treatments we offer for smokers line at our chalfont St Peter clinic include, Dermal Fillers, Botox, Micro needling and Laser skin treatment

Question 14

Stretch Marks

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Strech Marks are usually the result of body changes, such as giving birth, weight change within a small period of time. It can cause the layers of skin to tear, causing deeper layers to show.    Laser skin resurfacing or IPL can be used to treat strech marks at our Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross Laser clinic.   If you suffer with strech marks please get in contact and schedule your consultation today.

Question 15

Melasma

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Melasma, is a skin condition where patches of skin on the face take on a light or dark brown colour. Melasma is a common condition, affecting women more than men and pregnant woman particular.    Melasma appears as darker patches of the face, usually the cheeks and nose. Patches might be small at first but grow larger over time.   treatmets for Melasma?   Laser Skin Resufacing or IPL treatment for melasma, penetrating superficial layers of skin for delivering targeted treatments directly to the deepest layers of dermis.   Chemical peel for Melasma   Obagi medical & Zo Skin Health

Question 16

Age Spots

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Age spots can be the result of prolonged exposure to UV light, such as via exposure to sunlight, sunbeds or not using SPF.   Age spots can detract from the appearance of healthy, younger looking skin and can make you look older than you are.   Hyperpigmentation, age spots are mostly formed as we get older andcyourskin is less able to repair itself.   IPL is recommended for treatment of agecspots. IPL provides a targeted energy to your skin to help improve tone and texture. IPL helps rejuvenate your skin and reduce the appearance of age spots. With no downtime required,

Question 17

Facial veins

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Facial veins can occur as your  skin ages. As collagen and elastin decrease over time, the skin thins out, and this can lead to facial veins becoming more prominent.   Facial veins can also be exacerbated by rosacea. The presence of visible facial veins can cause skin to be red, flushed appearance and can be unsightly to those who suffer, which causes many people to seek Medical treatment to treat facial veins.   We recommended IPL for facial vein treatment.

Question 18

Spider veins

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Spider veins are small, red, purple or blue blood vessels that are visible through the skin. They can be found on the legs or the face. There can be many factors that can cause spider veins, including genetics, obesity, or hormonal changes, such as puberty or pregnancy. Spider veins can be treated by using laser treatment to reduce their appearance. Laser treatment slowly fades spider veins and give them a less stark appearance.   For more information on how we can remove spider veins at Dr Grace Kelly aesthetic skin clinic, or to book a consultation with our highly experienced and team,  please contact us today.

Question 19

Teeth Grinding

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Teeth grinding is medically known as bruxism, and is a subconscious action that occurs either involuntarily or as a result of habitual behavior.    teeth grinding commonly occurs during sleep, and can potentially cause permanent damage to tooth enamel, as well as temporary aches in the jaw, head, and facial muscles. Those who grind their teeth can find stress and anxiety, smoking, alcohol, and medicines worsen the habit.   Anti-Wrinkle Injections ( botox injections) can help provide relief from teeth grinding and alleviate the associated muscle soreness and headaches.

Question 20

Thin Lips

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Thin lips can occur due to a result of ageing, as a decrease in collagen production leads to a loss of firmness in the lip area, or can be a result of genetics. Fuller lips is considered a sign of feminine beauty, which causes many of us with thinner lips to seek cosmetic treatment. Thankfully, there is plenty that can be done to restore or introduce natural looking volume to your lips.   Lip Enhancement (Lip Filler) can add fullness to the area, or our HydraFacial PERK lip treatment primes the lips and lightly plumps them up.   At Dr Grace Kellys aesthetic Clinic Gerrards Cross, we have expert lip enhancement cosmetic doctors. Please contact us today for more infomation or to book an appointment.

Question 21

Thinning Hair

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We usually reccomened two treatment options for thinning hair/hairloss, PRP & Keravive Hydrafacial   Keravive HydraFacial’s proprietary Vortex Technology easily dislodges and removes impurities from the scalp and hair follicle. The Keravive Peptide Complex Solution delivers a hyper-concentrated blend of biomimetic growth factors and skin proteins that hydrate and nourish the scalp.   HydraFacial Keravive is a first of its kind 3-step treatment that includes an in-office component, as well as a 30-day take-home spray.   CLEANSE & EXFOLIATE HydraFacial Vortex Technology extracts dirt, oil and impurities from your scalp and hair follicles.   HYDRATE + NOURISH HydraFacial Keravive Peptide Complex Solution exfoliates your scalp and nourishes your hair follicles with growth factors and skin proteins to promote a healthy scalp and healthier, fuller-looking hair.   EXTEND & ENHANCE Daily use of the HydraFacial Keravive Peptide Complex Spray enhances your in-office treatment and delivers daily hydration and nourishment to your scalp and hair follicles. ​ PRP for Hair Loss (platelet-rich plasma) PRP (platelet-rich plasma) for hair loss is a treatment involving taking a small quantity of blood from a patient, separating out the growth factors and bioactive proteins in the blood (which initiate and speed up tissue repair and regeneration) and injecting this platelet rich plasma into the scalp, to encourage hair growth.    Please contact our Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross buckinghamshire clinic for more infomation on thinning hair treatments.

Question 22

Excessive Sweating

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Sweating is natural for our bodys, however, if you suffer from hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)  it can be embarrassing and uncomfortable.   Hyperhidrosis is a condition when your body sweats more than usual or for no reason, it isn’t known the cause of hyperhidrosis, it can be brought on by other medical conditions or as a effect of medication.    We can treat sufferers of excessive sweating by treating the condition with Anti-Wrinkle Injections. (botox injections)  Anti-Wrinkle Injections block the nerve impulses to the sweat glands and stopping sweat in the injected area. This can reduce sweating by up to 80%.   Anti-Wrinkle Injections can be used to treat hyperhidrosis in the armpits, hands, feet, and some other parts of your body.    Please get in touch with us to discuss if this treatment would be suitable for you.

Question 23

wrinkly neck

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As we get older, skin loses its natural elasticity & firmness which can lead to a wrinkly neck. This is also referred to as a ‘turkey neck’ or ‘neck bands’. We have treatments to help tighten and redefine a wrinkled neck.   We offer a range of treatments that will improve skin elasticity and strength in your neck. By boosting collagen, filling lines and tightening up skin on your neck, we can address the key ageing factors associated with a wrinkly neck to improve its appearance.   At your consultation with our cosmetic doctor, we’ll discuss the most effective and suitable treatments options these can include Exilis Ultra Skin Tightening, Profhilo & anti wrinkle injection (botox)

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