Southwest Medical Group Plastic Surgery
Southwest Washington Health System
Allen Gabriel, MD and Brinda Thimmappa, MD
Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery
505 N.E 87th Avenue |(Bldg A), Suite250 | Vancouver, WA 98664 | 360.514.1010

Charmi's Skincare Tip of the Month

February 2012: Revitalize your neck and chest skin

Correct your décolletage (neck and chest) skin with clinical treatments and products.

While you may have been diligently maintaining the skin on your face, you may not have been paying as much attention on your neck and chest. The skin on your décolletage (neck and chest) is vulnerable to visible signs of aging, since it tends to be thinner, less moisturized, and often overlooked in the sun.

Reverse the signs of aging with IPL laser treatments for décolletage skin. These treatments will correct and maintain your skin if followed by a sun protection regimen. You can revitalize your décolletage skin with medical grade skincare products such as Obagi Elastiderm Decolletage system for flawless, younger looking skin. These décolletage products consist of Wrinkle Reducing Lotion and Skin Lightening Complex.
 

January 2012: Begin the new year with glowing skin!

Dermaplaning skin treatments will make your skin appear smooth, supple and glowing in minutes!

Dermaplaning, also known as "epidermal leveling" of the skin, is a topical exfoliation treatment that leaves skin radiant looking. It not only takes off the dead skin cells right away, but also the unwanted facial vellous hairs (peach fuzz). These treatments can be combined with chemical peels for deeper exfoliation and followed by an appropriate professional moisturizer such as Daily Moisture or Renew Overnight by SkinCeuticals. Dermaplaning can be done every 3-4 weeks to maintain healthy and glowing skin.
 

December 2011: Exfoliate for younger looking skin!

You can have healthier and younger looking skin if you exfoliate appropriately on a regular basis.

Exfoliation can be done at home with the help of professional and medical grade skincare products such as Retinol by Skinceuticals, Exfoderm-forte and Tretinoin by Obagi medical.

Chemical peels are a great clinical treatment option for deeper exfoliation. TCA peels, the most popular kind of chemical peels, are quick and effective. They are safe on all skin types and most skin conditions. They are excellent for correction as well as maintenance.
 

November 2011: Diminish fine lines and wrinkles!

The combination of topical medication Tretinoin (Retin-A) and Botox will diminish your fine lines and wrinkles.

Tretinoin (Retin-A) is the only topical medication that has been proven to improve fine lines and wrinkles. Although tretinoin is more commonly associated with acne treatment, it is also approved by the FDA to reduce the effects of photoaging on the skin (wrinkles). It increases the cell turnover process and strengthens the collagen fibers by penetrating deep into the dermis of your skin.

Botox can help soften the noticeable wrinkles which appear even without muscle contraction. As we get older and lose elasticity in the skin, a crease can form and leave a permanent wrinkle behind. Botox will correct those wrinkles.

Botox and Tretinoin together will not only diminish the existing fine lines and wrinkles but also prevent them from appearing in the future.
 

October 2011: Take off the sun damage!

Repair the sun damaged skin with medical grade skin lightening products and Intense Pulse Light (IPL) laser treatments.

Obagi's medical grade bleaching creams are excellent for all skin types to lighten the pigmentation caused by sun damage. When combined with IPL laser treatments your skin will look even toned with a beautiful glow.

Dr. Allen Gabriel & Dr. Brinda Thimmappa Portland Metro Plastic Surgeons

Meet Charmi

Meet Charmi Gosalia

As a licensed Medical Aesthetician and Certified Medical Laser Specialist, Charmi Gosalia has the knowledge and experience to treat all skin types and conditions. She is passionate about helping her patients achieve their skincare goals, and takes the time necessary to help them understand the available options and expected outcomes. She also believes strongly in continuing education so she can continue to offer her patients the latest skincare technologies. Charmi performs all procedures under the guidance of Dr. Gabriel and Dr. Thimmappa.