Kaizen MediSpa

Products And Services

• Botox

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• GENEO

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• Injectables Specialist

  Your face is by far your most defining feature. If you don’t like how it looks, you might have difficulty being as confident and social as you’d like. In Bethesda, Maryland, Kaizen Medispa offers many cosmetic injectables to improve your skin, face shape, and features. To optimize your appearance with injectables, request your consultation at Kaizen Medispa by phone or online today. Injectables Q & A What are injectables? Injectables are a range of treatments administered using a needle and syringe. Kaizen Medispa offers an extensive range of injectable treatments. Most of them are aesthetic injectables that aim to make you look younger or enhance your appearance in some way. Your physician works with you to find the right injectable for the results you want to see. Each injectable works differently, and you can use several in your treatment plan for enhanced results. When your results wear off, you can return to Kaizen Medispa for additional injections. What improvements can I make using injectables? Today’s injectables are nearly as versatile and effective as cosmetic surgery. There are many changes you can make to your appearance using them, including: Smoother skin Clearer skin Fewer wrinkles and fine lines Improved facial symmetry A slimmer chin Plumper lips and cheeks The Kaizen Medispa team reviews your goals and helps you decide if injectables are the right choice. What types of injectables can I get? Kaizen Medispa’s list of injectable treatments is extensive. It includes a few categories of treatments: Dermal fillers Dermal fillers reduce wrinkles, scars, and contour irregularities on your face. Kaizen Medispa offers many of the most popular filler brands for adding volume, including Juvéderm®, Radiesse®, and Restylane®. Wrinkle relaxers Wrinkles are a common cosmetic complaint, and botulinum toxin injections are their perfect combatant. Injectables like Botox® Cosmetic, Xeomin®, and Dysport® temporarily reduce the muscle movement that contributes to wrinkling formation on your face. Fat reduction Kaizen Medispa offers Kybella® injections that permanently shrink your double chin by killing fat cells and helping your body absorb them. Skin rejuvenation If your skin isn’t looking perfect, there are several treatments that can clear it of blemishes and rough textures. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections help regenerate and repair your skin, or they can help dermal fillers last longer by helping build collagen. Kaizen Medispa also offers chemical peels to revitalize your skin. What if I’m afraid of needles? Fear of needles is very common and deters many prospective patients from getting injectables. If you don’t like being poked but still want to achieve gorgeous results from an injectable, the team at Kaizen Medispa offers you a topical or local anesthetic to keep you from feeling the pinch. To review your injectable options at Kaizen Medispa, call the office or go online to request your consultation today.

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• Dermal Fillers

  Hyaluronic acid injections are a great option for adding volume to the cheeks, jawline, lips and lines and wrinkles around the mouth. Each of these fillers are made of a naturally occurring moisture-binding gel that is found in the human body. Depending on your individual needs, these injections will soften, smooth, add fullness and restore natural facial contours for several months with no downtime and immediately noticeable results. Hyaluronic acid fillers are clinically proven to help you achieve a natural-looking more youthful appearance. Some are ideal for smoothing moderate to severe lines and wrinkles, including those around your nose and mouth, while others are perfect for restoring volume loss in the back of the hands. Learn About Our Facial Aesthetic Procedures: Dermal Fillers Restylane Versa Versa Lips RHA Filler

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• Therapeutic Massage Specialist

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• Laser Skin Treatments Specialist

  Lasers are some of the most exciting and versatile instruments in medicine, with patients flocking to them for skin rejuvenation, hair removal, tattoo removal, and more. You can find these and other laser skin treatments at Kaizen Medispa in Bethesda, Maryland. To find out which laser treatments can help you achieve your cosmetic goals, request your consultation by phone or online today.

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• M22™ Laser Treatments

  M22 Laser Is Now Available At Kaizen MediSpa In Bethesda! At Kaizen MediSpa, we are excited to present the M22 by Lumenis. The M22 is one the most effective lasers on the market and allows us to combine different treatment modalities to create a customized plan to help meet your goals. With the M22’s IPL and non-ablative technology, we can address pigment, sun spots, fine lines and wrinkles and acne scarring with very little downtime and all in one treatment. The M22 can also address severe scarring, remove Black/Blue tattoos, stretch marks as well as address deeper wrinkles and scars with it’s advanced technology providing powerful results. M22 Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Improvement for pigmentation, age/sun spots, broken capillaries, redness (rosacea) and overall skin appearance. Lunch time treatment with no downtime. ResurFX ResurFX – Non-ablative Skin Resurfacing addresses fine lines, wrinkles, scarring for a fresh appearing skin. This technology stimulates collagen that helps tighten and smooth.

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• Laser Hair Removal

  Traditional hair removal methods like shaving, waxing, and plucking give you instantly hairless skin, but they’re only temporary solutions. If you want an 85-90% permanent reduction in your body hair, your best option is laser hair removal at Kaizen Medispa in Bethesda, Maryland. To request your hair removal consultation, call the office or use the online scheduling tool today. Laser Hair Removal Q & A What is laser hair removal? Laser hair removal is a safe, effective, and noninvasive way to reduce or eliminate your body hair. While other hair removal methods like shaving and plucking remove the hair itself, laser hair removal targets and disables the follicle responsible for the hair’s growth. Because of this, the results are longer-lasting and, with multiple treatments, permanent for some patients. How does laser hair removal work? At Kaizen Medispa, the team uses the Lumenis LightSheer® laser system. The laser has numerous settings according to the patients’ hair color. Your provider sets it to target the color of your body hair. The laser device delivers quick energy pulses to the area you’re targeting. The pigment in your hair absorbs this energy and converts it into heat. The heat goes below your skin’s surface to reach your hair follicles and destroy them, disabling them from continuing to grow your hair. The Lumenis LightSheer laser uniquely includes a cooling system so you don’t feel the heat. It’s also safe for all skin tones, a feature unavailable with other hair removal lasers. Where can I get laser hair removal? You can get laser hair removal nearly anywhere on your body that you would normally shave or wax. Popular areas for laser hair removal are: Sideburns Mustache Beard Armpits Chest Bikini line Women’s pubic area (Brazilian) Back Shoulders Legs The only exceptions are your inner ear, inner nostrils, and male genitalia. For these areas, it’s best to stick with your current method of hair removal. What should I expect after my laser hair removal session? Many patients expect that their hair will be gone after their laser hair removal session. This isn’t the case. Because the laser’s energy is too low to dissolve the existing hair, hair remains for several days before falling out. It’s important for you to avoid rubbing the hairs away during this time no matter how badly you want to see your hairless skin. Your disabled follicles push out any remaining hair. You won’t stop growing all of your body hair in just one laser session, so the team helps you plan for several appointments to catch hairs in different phases of growth. Most patients need between 5-7 treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart. The Kaizen Medispa team recommends yearly maintenance sessions thereafter. To throw away your razors and waxing kits for good, call Kaizen Medispa or request your laser hair removal consultation online today. *Individual results may vary. Learn more about Lightsheer Desire.

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• Lumenis Laser Hair Removal

  Who doesn’t love the endless cycles of shaving, plucking, waxing, or applying harsh depilatory creams in the quest to get rid of unwanted hair? Why not get rid of the hair permanently with laser hair removal at Kaizen MediSpa? We use the latest in technology for our laser hair removal treatments — the Lumenis LightSheer Laser. It keeps you comfortable while keeping your unwanted hair very uncomfortable. How Does Laser Hair Removal Work? The key to effective permanent hair removal is the hair follicle. Damage the hair follicle and it can’t grow new hair. That’s why shaving, plucking, waxing, and harsh creams don’t stop the hair from coming back. None of them affects the follicles where the hair grows. We set the wavelength of the LightSheer Laser to match the color of your unwanted hair. Then short pulses of laser energy are delivered onto the targeted hair. The melanin in the hair absorbs the laser light energy, which instantly converts to heat. This heat travels down the hair shaft into the hair follicle where it damages or fully destroys the follicle. Now that follicle can’t grow new hair. What Makes The Lumenis LightSheer Laser Better For Hair Removal? We use the Lumenis LightSheer Laser at Kaizen because it effectively removes the hair and keeps your skin cool. The LightSheer features a patented cooling system that helps protect your skin while still delivering high levels of follicle-bashing laser energy. As the laser energy is pulsed, the LightSheer handpiece simultaneously works to remove the heat from the epidermis before, during, and after application of the laser light energy. Its advanced technology is also safe for all skin tones, which isn’t the case with many other lasers used for hair removal. Where Can I Have Laser Hair Removal Done? Thanks to the cooling ability of the Lumenis laser, the question really is where can’t you have unwanted hair removed? The only exceptions are the nostrils, inside the ears, and on the male genitalia. At Kaizen, the most popular laser hair removal areas with our patients are the bikini line, the underarms, the sideburns, the upper lip, the back, and the legs. Some women opt for more Brazilian type removal on the pubic area. In addition to the back and shoulders, some men opt to remove all chest hair. Those with lighter facial hair growth even opt for laser beard removal. With the few exceptions listed above, there’s really no limit to where you can remove unwanted hair for good at Kaizen. What Do I Need To Do To Prepare For My Laser Hair Removal Session? There are just a few steps to take to make your laser hair removal as effective as possible. Stay out of the sun It helps the laser wavelength direct the optimal amount of energy onto the hair if the hair color and skin color are quite different. The LightSheer Laser can remove hair on different skin tones, but it is most effective when there is contrast. So, we ask our patients to not tan or darken their skin for at least one month prior to their appointment. No plucking Don’t wax or pluck your unwanted hair for 4-6 weeks prior to your appointment. This step ensures that the hair is actively anchored in the hair follicles. You can still shave, as that doesn’t have any effect on the hair follicles. Shave the night before Finally, the night before your treatment closely shave the area with the unwanted hair (again, this leaves plenty of hair shaft down in the follicle to absorb the laser energy). What Can I Expect After My Laser Hair Removal Session? Occasionally, we have a patient who is surprised to see the hair still there after their session. They thought the laser literally zapped the hair. That’s not how it works; the energy used is way too low for that. Plus, that would only remove the shaft, similar to shaving, and the follicle would still be intact and growing hair. When you return home after your session at Kaizen MediSpa, your hair will still be there and your skin will be slightly red. This can seem disappointing — after all, your results with waxing and the like provide instant results. But the vehicle for the unwanted hair growth is now damaged or destroyed. Without the follicle to anchor them, the hairs will begin to fall out over the following days. You need to be patient and not pluck or scrub the hairs to accelerate their falling out. Let them do it on their timeframe. After a few days, it will look like there is new hair growing on the treatment areas. This can be even more disconcerting, but it’s actually a sign of success. These are the hairs where the follicles have been damaged. Hair that was down below the skin in the follicles is being pushed out and shed. Remember, not all of the hair in the treatment area will fall out. The hair that was in the growth phase will, but other hairs that weren’t will still be there. Usually the affected hair will be about 20 percent of the total during that session.

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• IV Therapy Specialist

  Feeling fatigue, headaches, anxiety, and other symptoms can throw you off for several days. Rather than accepting your symptoms, you can get customized IV therapy at Kaizen Medispa in Bethesda, Maryland, to replenish the nutrients in your system and give you energy. To find out more about what IV therapy can do for your health, call Kaizen Medispa or request your appointment online today.

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• PRP Specialist

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• Chemical Peels Specialist

  Chemical peels are a great way to address multiple skin concerns with one treatment. At Kaizen Medispa in Bethesda, Maryland, you can get a number of outstanding chemical peels that give you a gorgeous glow. If you have questions about peels or any other aesthetic skin treatment, request a consultation today. Online scheduling makes it easy to find a time that fits your busy life, or you can always call the office to check appointment availability.

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• Body Contouring Specialist

  Are you frustrated by stubborn deposits of fat that refuse to budge despite your best diet and exercise efforts? If so, body contouring can help and is one of many services available at Kaizen Medispa in Bethesda, Maryland. This innovative approach to reshaping your body can help you feel great about your appearance and achieve the body you’ve worked so hard for. Schedule an appointment online or by phone today to get started.

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• Femtouch Vaginal Resurfacing

  We are excited to be one of the first to offer FemTouch Vaginal Resurfacing in Bethesda, MD! With age and after childbirth, women start noticing symptoms related to their vaginal health that affect their lifestyle on different levels. Vaginal atrophy or dryness is a common symptom in post-menopausal women that is sometimes accompanied by itching or pain that can also be experienced during sexual intercourse. Stress urinary incontinence is another symptom appearing also in a younger demographic, in some cases already among women 20-45 years old. Women who have undergone childbirth will often notice symptoms of vaginal laxity which can impact their satisfaction with sexual intercourse. How does FemTouch work? FemTouch procedures are safe, quick, virtually painless, and require no downtime. FemTouch applies laser energy directly to internal vaginal tissue in order to restore it back to a normal healthy functioning state. The FemTouch probe is inserted into the vagina to focus fractional CO2 laser beams along the entire vaginal wall. The laser creates tiny controlled micro-injuries in order to promote the remodeling of the vaginal mucous epithelium layer (vaginal lining) stimulating the regeneration of new vaginal tissue by triggering collagen production. What can FemTouch do for you? FemTouch by Lumenis is a non-hormonal, fractional resurfacing laser treatment with the ability to fully restore vaginal tissue while improving vaginal health related conditions. Some of the reported benefits of FemTouch include thicker tissue, increased natural lubrication, enhanced sexual pleasure, increased elasticity, and a decrease in stress urinary incontinence. FemTouch vaginal treatments have been shown to improve sexual satisfaction in women. The FemTouch laser reverses vaginal dryness which in turn reduces uncomfortable or painful sexual intercourse. Rejuvenated vaginal tissue can also increase sexual pleasure and satisfaction for both the woman and her partner. With normal aging many women begin noticing symptoms related to their vaginal health that can negatively affect their lifestyle. Nearly 50% of post-menopausal women suffer from stress urinary incontinence and nearly 80% suffer from some degree of vaginal atrophy that can present with varying symptoms such as vaginal dryness, itchiness, or burning, pain during sex, and mild vaginal prolapse. Many women who have undergone childbirth will also experience symptoms related to vaginal laxity which can have a severe impact on their sexual satisfaction.FemTouch by Lumenis is a non-hormonal, virtually painless, fractional resurfacing laser treatment with the ability to fully restore vaginal tissue while improving vaginal health related conditions. Some of the reported benefits of FemTouch include thicker tissue, increased natural lubrication, enhanced sexual pleasure, increased elasticity, and a decrease in stress urinary incontinence. Improved Sexual Functioning FemTouch vaginal treatments have been shown to improve sexual satisfaction in women. The FemTouch laser reverses vaginal dryness which in turn reduces uncomfortable or painful sexual intercourse. Rejuvenated vaginal tissue can also increase sexual pleasure and satisfaction for both the woman and her partner. How many FemTouch treatments will I need? Most patients will need 3 FemTouch treatment sessions (spaced about a month apart a week following the patient’s menstrual cycle) to realize their desired final results.  Treatments take only a few minutes to perform.  Patients are then recommended to undergo a once-yearly maintenance treatment to upkeep their vaginal health. Is there downtime? FemTouch requires no downtime or recovery time and women can get right back to normal daily activities. Patients should refrain from sex for 24 hours following their treatment. As well as avoid direct heat exposure, such as a hot shower or sauna, for 24 hours. Is the procedure painful? While a FemTouch procedure is not painful, some patients may experience minor pressure similar to a vaginal exam.

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• Men's Health Specialist

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• Toenail Fungus

  Is Using A Laser To Treat Nail Fungus A New Procedure? Lasers have been used extensively for the past 7-10 years for the treatment of nail fungus, resulting in numerous clinical studies. Laser manufacturers have used these results over the years to learn how to better design their equipment, enabling them to maximize therapeutic effects. The Fox Diode Laser, designed and manufactured in Germany, is the latest generation of laser designed specifically for nail fungus therapy. The Fox Diode laser has been used successfully in Germany and Europe for over two years and received Health Canada approval for therapeutic treatment of nail fungus in November 2012. We considered it the most advanced laser for the treatment of nail fungus. Is There Clinical Evidence To Prove That Laser Treatment Cures Nail Fungus? Today there is significant clinical evidence to prove beyond any doubt that laser treatment dramatically improves the condition of even a severely infected toenail. As an example, in a recent study conducted on 72 patients over 3 months, follow-up showed that over 90% of the patients were cleared of all fungal infections. How Soon Will I Be Able To See Improvement To My Toenails Or Fingernails After Treatment? It usually depends on the origin of the fungal infection. If it was at the “root” of the nail, improvement can be seen as early as 3 weeks. A continuous improvement will be gradual as the nail continue to grow out. Typically, a significant overall improvement will be seen after 3 months. As a rough estimate, toenails may take 9 – 12 months to grow out completely, and fingernails may take 6 – 9 months. What Are The Benefits Of Using Laser Treatment Over Drug Treatment? Oral anti-fungal medications are toxic, and may cause serious medical complications. As a result, clients that are taking these medications are asked to go through routine blood tests to make sure their liver is not damaged during the treatment. A laser treatment is completely drug free, meaning it does not impose all the health risks associated with the oral anti-fungal medications. There are no adverse reactions, injuries, or known side effects from use of lasers to treat a toenail fungus infection. How Does Laser Treatment Compare To Drug Treatment In Terms Of Its Success Rate? Recent studies showed over 90% success rates using the latest generation of laser equipment, done over a 3 month period. Extending the treatment with additional 3 months cured more than 95% of patients. Common systemic antimycotics drugs, that are used over a period of several months are known to have cure rates of only 40 to 80%. How Long Does The Treatment Take? The treatment takes approximately 15 – 20 minutes per foot. How Many Sessions Will Be Needed? To achieve optimal results, we recommend a series of 3 – 4 treatment sessions, spaced 5 – 6 weeks apart. This is essential to eradicate all fungi spores that may bloom after your initial treatment. However, significant improvement is usually seen after one treatment. Does The Treatment Require Special Preparation? Your nails must be free of any nail polish or coatings. Trim nails and clean as well as possible. After evaluating the condition of your nails, your technician may use a common file to gently prepare the nail surface. Is The Treatment Painful? No. The treatment will not cause any pain. You will feel the area under the nail heat up but not to an uncomfortable degree. Your technician can pause the treatment at any time should you become intolerably uncomfortable. What Are The Possible Side Effects Of Laser Nail Fungus Therapy? Most clients experience no side effects other than a feeling of warmth during treatment and a mild warming sensation after treatment. However, possible side effects may include a feeling of warmth and/or slight pain during treatment, redness of the treated skin around the nail lasting 24 – 72 hours, slight swelling of the treated skin around the nail lasting 24 – 72 hours, discoloration or burn marks may occur on the nail. In very rare cases, blistering of the treated skin around the nail and scarring of the treated skin around the nail may occur. If I Have Only One Infected Nail, Can I Treat Only That One And Save Time And Cost? Unfortunately, no. The reason for this is that if one of your nails is infected, the chances are that your other nails are infected as well. To allow the treatment to be successful and prevent future self infections, it is best to treat all the nails at once. An exception to this is for the treatment of an isolated fungal infection related to acrylic nail air pockets. In these incidences, we will treat the one affected finger nail. Will The Laser Cause Changes To The Nail Color After It Is Cured? No. Your nail should grow in clear and healthy with no remaining fungal related discoloration.

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