As hot summer temperatures are getting ready to appear in North Texas, along with high temps come shorts, bathing suits, flip-flops and tropical vacations. Summer should be a carefree, relaxing season, however, it is often a time for insecurities for people who have spider veins. But there’s no reason to feel uncomfortable in your own skin. Instead, learn about treatment options at Bella MD Laser Vein & Aesthetic Center so you will be prepared for summer weather.

Spider veins, like varicose veins, are caused by dysfunctional vein valves. However, spider veins appear as blue or red veins just under the surface of the skin. Spider veins can be caused by prolonged standing, obesity, age, and many other factors.

Though spider veins are not inherently dangerous, they can be accompanied by itching or burning feelings and may be a sign of a backup of blood deeper below the skin.

To treat the visible effects of spider veins, Bella MD offers sclerotherapy procedures to patients. Sclerotherapy is a common, safe treatment for spider veins and is performed at Bella MD by Amy Rodgers, RN.

During the procedure, a liquid sclerosing agent is injected into the vein, causing vein walls to seal shut. This causes blood flow through the vein to stop. The vein then clots and eventually diminishes into the body.

Often, just one or two sclerotherapy treatments are needed. Other cases may require several appointments with a four to six week space between treatments. Typically, treatment takes between 30 to 45 minutes and is essentially painless.

Sclerotherapy requires no anesthesia or downtime, and patients can return to normal activity immediately after treatment. Patients will need to wear a compression stocking for a few days following their appointment to speed healing and reduce swelling. 

If you’re looking to get summer-ready skin and get rid of spider veins, make your appointment today. Throughout the month of March, Bella MD patients will receive 15 percent off the price of all sclerotherapy treatments. Schedule your appointment by calling 214-431-4175 or visit www.bellamd.com for more information.

Bella MD Laser Vein & Aesthetic Center 

8117 Preston Road, Suite 470
Dallas, TX 75225

214-431-4175
www.bellamd.com

Summer is long gone and winter months are creeping up on us, but do you still look like you’re fighting the sun’s damaging rays?  If your skin could use a little post-summer recovery in anticipation of upcoming holiday parties, try out Bella MD’s HydraFacial and Red Carpet Treatment to prep for the season’s festivities. 

Try the HydraFacial for Younger-Looking Skin
Though many skin resurfacing treatments can be harsh on your face, the HydraFacial offers visible results with no discomfort, according to Kim Kelly, partner at Bella MD Laser Vein & Aesthetic Center in University Park.  

With treatment time lasting only about 30 minutes, the HydraFacial provides quick results that can be seen immediately—with zero downtime.  The HydraFacial is designed to be a gentle, effective treatment, safe for all skin types. 

Used by a variety of clients, including women of all ages, men, and even teens, the HydraFacial provides a fast and mild—yet effective—treatment for anyone pursuing better skin health.  Whether you have normal skin, oily or aging skin, the HydraFacial can be specialized to treat specific concerns, using a dermal builder on aging skin and glycolics for acne-prone skin.

The three-step process, described as feeling like a cool paintbrush moving over the face, starts off with a gentle cleansing and exfoliation technique to remove dead skin cells, revealing healthy, new skin.  The second step involves a gentle acid peel, used to loosen dirt and debris from pores without irritation, prior to an extraction treatment using suction to remove impurities from the pores.  To finish the HydraFacial, a Bella MD aesthetician hydrates and infuses nutrients and vitamins into the skin. 

Because the treatment is so effective without the use of harsh products, patients who receive the HydraFacial deal with no downtime, while still achieving instant, pain-free results.  “There is zero downtime with they HydraFacial.  You can do this during your lunch hour and put makeup on right away.” Kelly said. 

Following just one treatment, many patients report seeing noticeable skin refinement and a more even, radiant skin tone. 

Why the Red Carpet Treatment, Too?
Bella MD’s Red Carpet Treatment is as good as it sounds.  Often used prior to a special event such as a wedding, anniversary or award ceremony, the Red Carpet Treatment is a two-mask system designed to get your skin in tip top shape, and like the HydraFacial, there is zero downtime. 

The first mask is an aggressive, yet gentle, exfoliant.  The second mask soothes and hydrates skin, leaving you with a noticeable glow. 

Special Offer
To celebrate the upcoming holiday season, Bella MD is offering a special deal package for the HydraFacial and Red Carpet Treatment.  Valued at $300 ($150 each), both treatments combined are being offered at $99. 

Kelly suggests that clients prep for holiday parties and gatherings with the Red Carpet Treatment, and come in for the HydraFacial for a quick pick-me-up post-holidays.

If you’re interested in learning how the HydraFacial and Red Carpet Treatment can help your skin, call Bella MD Laser Vein & Aesthetic Center to set up an appointment.

Bella MD Laser Vein & Aesthetic Center 
8117 Preston Road, Suite 470
Dallas, TX 75225

214-431-4175

When it comes to youth and beauty secrets, most people will smile and never tell…but sometimes it is obvious because they are seen leaving the strip mall salon that sits next to the sandwich shop. Even more embarrassing is to spend hundreds to thousands of dollars on treatments that don’t work…and everyone can tell.

For these reasons, many private Dallasites – both men and women – are turning to options beyond the typical salon. Medical spas like Bella MD Laser Vein & Aesthetic Center in University Park offer discreet facilities with tailored beauty treatment programs designed by a doctor, not a beauty school graduate.

“The term ‘medspa’ is used pretty freely by salons in the Park Cities area,” said owner and founder Dr. David Engelman, Bella MD. “They may use cosmeceuticals to treat skin problems, but very few actually have a doctor planning and administering treatments. They tend to treat BOTOX or varicose vein therapy the same way as plucking eyebrows or getting a haircut which can lead to poor results.”

Dr. Engelman believes that medical training and experience is critical for the best possible results. He is a board-certified cardiologist and vascular specialist with more than 16 years of experience and expertise in medical lasers. Dr. Kiran Robertson has more than eight years experience in aesthetic medicine and aesthetician Sarah Humphrey has 10 years experience in the field.

Bella MD offers exclusive aesthetic treatments and skin care products including:

• Surgical and nonsurgical procedures to treat varicose and spider veins
• Anti-aging BOTOX®, JUVÉDERM® XC, Sculptra 9 and RADIESSE® injections
• Laser hair removal for women and men
• Laser skin resurfacing
• IPL and laser skin rejuvenation
• Vibradermabrasion
• HydraFacial™
• Dermaplaning/Micropeels
• BOTOX to treat severe underarm sweating
• Prescription-strength skin care and sun care products and acne treatments

All of Bella MD’s treatments use the most highly advanced and proven aesthetic medicine procedures and technologies. The doctors’ many years of expertise in aesthetic medicine provide clients with the added reassurance of a safe experience and superior results.

Discretion is notable from the spa’s location – “It can actually be hard to find,” notes Dr. Engelman – to private consults and treatment rooms. The spa is in a University Park building so no one knows where you were if they see you coming or going. In addition, flexible scheduling during lunch hours means patients can fit their beauty treatments discreetly into the workday.

“Now when someone asks you your beauty secret, you can smile confidently knowing it is your secret to keep,” adds Dr. Engelman.

On September 26 from 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Bella MD will celebrate its five years of success with free consultations, demonstrations and discounts.

“This is a terrific time to check us out or come back in,” said Kim Kelly, partner, Bella MD. “We’re offering free consultations with the doctors all day, free photo-facials for hands treatments, a “bring-a-friend” coupon where you and a friend both get a $50-off any service or product, and big discounts on BOTOX treatments and HydraFacials. If you want a private consult that day, call us now to set an appointment.

Patients will want to check out the internationally acclaimed SkinCeuticals line of skincare,” added Kelly. “Representatives will be on hand to answer questions. We will have dermaplaning, BOTOX and skincare demonstrations and samples all day along with food, wine and prize drawings.”

Conveniently located near SMU, special discounts are available for SMU faculty and students with ID. Call today for your consultation.

Bella MD Laser Vein & Aesthetic Center
8117 Preston Road, Suite 470
Dallas, TX 75225

(214) 431-4175