Why do we need good and consistent skin care?

Our skin is a barrier that protects us from undesired environmental stress and damage.  A stronger barrier means a stronger protection.
 Even at cellular level life follows a curve with a growth phase a platou and a descending slope.  The growth phase is high on energy level and any damage that can occur is to a certain degree compensated by the high turn over. The platou and descending slope have a resting energy level of only 50% to 10% of what we experience in the growth phase . Therefore any defective or mutated genes are targeted by damaging environmental factors and express themselves at a rate that is increasing proportional to the weakness of the defensive barrier and to the strength of the exposure .
Nourishing your skin is nourishing life. By increasing the energy level with powerful vitamins, peptides, growth factors we maintain a high turnover that keeps in circulation " fresh, young undamaged cells" .
By using medical strength , dermatologist tested antioxidants we cushion unwanted gene expression and protect ourselves from cancer. Aging at cellular level means a short platou and a rapid descent.
Aging Starts in our late twenties and encompasses a loss in vitality , strength and health at cellular level.
By starting early  a consistent skin care regimen you can delay aging at cellular level and maintain a healthy look.

What is medical grade skin care and is it worth while?
Medical strength products and their ingredients have been formulated and tested in clinical trials by dermatologist and highly specialized pharmacies. High concentration of Vit C, peptides, growth factors, stem cells can and will only be present in a prescription strength physician supervised formulation . Since skin is health a physician embedded program of skin care is meant to work at cellular depth to deliver vitality.

Dr Kerns skin care is customized, physician supervised , prescription strength for all ages. You are never too young to benefit from good skin care! Nothing can replace healthy looking skin!

Dr Kerns would like to invite you to submit your personal concerns about your skin's Health .http://www.orchidaesthetics.com/skin-care.html

Party Saturday June 9th! Dr. Kerns and Whole Health Med Spa!

Orchid Aesthetics is inviting you to celebrate Saturday, June 9th 11am - 6pm

The Launch of Orchid Aesthetics Skin Care Line endorsed by Dr. Kerns and our partnership with
Whole Health Spa.

The party will be held at Whole Health Med Spa located at:

34 Howard St one block from Canal St.
(212) 625-8966

Orchid Aesthetics Medical Spa (conveniently located in NY on Manhattan's Upper West Side between Central Park West and Columbus Avenues) is a New York Natural Facial Rejuvenation Center. We provide a full array of laser services, non surgical facelift, acupuncture facelift, chemical peels, anti aging Botox injections, facial fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane, Radiesse) administered by an aesthetic physician. What is distinct for our Skin Care protocols is the direct care of an aesthetic physician and a natural approach to anti aging. Dr. Kerns is a board certified anesthesiologist, licensed aesthetic physician and an expert injector and lecturer for the National Laser Institute. Click on the link to see the presentation. Please visit our FAQ for more information on consultation fees.

Whole Health Wellness Center & MedSpa is one of the largest facilities in the New York Metropolitan area devoted to “Natural and Whole Body Health Care” to heal you naturally and beautify you organically. Whole Health Wellness Center & MedSpa features a 2500-sqft freshly renovated facility located in the historic district of Soho, nearby Little Italy and Chinatown of New York, which are the most unique areas of the world. It features historic buildings with quiet elaborate architectural designs, and major landmarks with quaint, relaxed and somewhat chic atmosphere. Whole Health’s commitment to environment is reflected in our interior design, natural and non-invasive treatments, award-winning organic products that we use, and a full range of “green” business practices. Our goal is to create a personalized and whole body natural treatment plan for each individual.

New Anti-Aging Supplement About TA-65®

According to other studies on telomerase activation, telomerase:

•     Lengthens Short Telomeres
•     Repairs DNA Damage
•     Rejuvenates Aging Immune Systems
•     Increases Bone Density
•     Improves Biomarkers that Decline with Age
  

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Testimonial: Message from Ed Park, MD, MPH :
"After over four years of ingesting TA-65, my health span continues to improve. I recommend TA-65 to my family and friends without hesitation. My telomeres are now as healthy as a teenagers!

Every day, your telomeres shorten and your stem cells become more dysfunctional. You're growing older but for the first time i history, you can fight the ravages of time with telomerase activation.
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About TA-65®

TA-65^® is a proven telomerase activator* that was discovered by California biotech company Geron, and licensed to T.A Sciences. Our clients take TA-65 capsules in a 12 month program known as the Patton Protocol. TA-65 turns on the hTERT gene* which activates the enzyme telomerase which can lengthen your telomeres. We measure your telomeres before, during and after completing the Protocol to show actual changes in telomere length.

How is TA-65^® made?

TA-65 is a naturally occurring single molecule found in the small molecule from a medicinal plant. T.A. Sciences has developed a proprietary process to refine and purify TA-65. Our process begins with tons of plant material harvested from selected farms in one small region in China. In our plant extraction facility, the raw small molecule from a medicinal plant root is chopped up and refined. After initial extraction, the base ingredient is further purified and then sent to an outside government testing facility where it is tested for purity, heavy metals, and pesticides. The product is then sent to a FDA certified, state-of-the-art, laboratory for final purification that ends up with 90+% pure TA-65.

Why not simply buy a medicinal plant extract in a health food store?

Medicinal plant extracts can be found in most health food stores, but such products contain little or no TA-65. We tested 4 commonly available medicinal plant extracts and none of them contained any measureable amounts of TA-65 (the test assay is accurate to one part per million). Our proprietary production process starts with 3 tons of plant material and ends up with capsules that we guarantee contain 5mg of TA-65.

National Laser Institute Selects Dr Kerns For Presentation

Dr. Roxana Kerns was selected as an expert teaching injector by National Laser Institute to give a hands on presentation on Botox Cosmetic on Saturday, May 5th   2012 at Waldorf-Astoria

During this event and on Friday May 4th Monday May 9th:

Orchid Aesthetics offers Restylane 1ml syr for $475 and Botox/Dysport for $225/area.   

Please reserve your appointment now! $100 off Restylane or Botox/Dysport.

Dr. Roxana Kerns will act as Medical Director for Whole Health Medical Spa located in Soho, NY
between May 4th-May 7 supervising laser treatments and injectables done by training medical doctors, nurses or physician assistants.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

New York, April 26, 2012 – Whole Health Wellness Center & Med Spa in Soho, NY will host a seminar presented by one of the country’s largest medical Aesthetics Training Company, National Laser Institute on May 4^th-7^th, 2012.  Attendees are Physicians, nurses and PA's seeking to learn Aesthetic Laser procedures as well as Botox and Dermal fillers. Attendees will receive continuing medical education credits.

Dr. Roxana B. Kerns of Orchid Aesthetics Medical Spa will act as the Medical Director of Whole Health Med Spa and was invited by the National Laser Institute as a lecturer for this event.  Dr. Kerns is a board certified anesthesiologist and licensed aesthetic physician who specializes in the art of Aesthetic Medicine.

Aesthetic laser skin treatment, Botox, Restylane and Juvederm are all the latest medical advances in non-surgical anti-aging solutions for women and men who desire healthy and youthful appearances.

Botox® helps to minimize the appearance of wrinkles by temporarily relaxing the muscle movements beneath the skin that cause wrinkles. Botox injections are a short in-office procedure. Botox treatments usually last from 3 to 6 months and can be repeated or be combined with fillers.

Restylane is the only hyaluronic acid dermal filler approved to last up to 18 months!  At least 95% of patients saw results for at least 6 months when treating the laugh lines!

Juvederm® is an injectable gel that plumps fine lines and wrinkles from beneath the skin’s surface. Juvederm’s lightest solutions are perfect for softening slight or superficial wrinkles, and denser solutions are for plumping the lips or deep wrinkles and folds in the forehead, brow, or smile.

In the past few years, scientific research has resulted in exciting new advances in laser technology, which is able to treat many skin lesions that before now were difficult or impossible to remove. Whole Health offers a full range of natural and the latest non-invasive anti-aging treatments, including Botox and filler injections, laser hair removal and skin tightening, pigmentation, acne treatments, and organic anti-aging skin treatments.

To get the event special rate during the seminar, please call 1-800-673-1048 to get Botox at $7.5 per unit, or Fillers at $275 per syinge.

For a full list of services and specials, go to www.WholeHealthMedSpa.com, www.OrchidAesthetics.com and WholeHealthMedicalCenters.com

About Whole Health Wellness Center & Medspa

Whole Health Wellness Center & Med Spa is one of the largest facilities in the New York and Washington DC metropolitan areas devoted to “Natural and Whole Body Health Care” to heal you naturally and beautify you organically.

Whole Health Wellness Center & Med Spa features a 2500-sqft freshly renovated facility located in the historic district of Soho.

We are committed to a full range of Traditional Chinese Medicine treatments, herbal medicine and combing with the latest modern technology. We offer the following services:

• Chinese Medicine and Holistic Treatments • Traditional Western Medicine • Med Spa and Anti-Aging Treatments • Whole Health Holistic Weight Loss Program

Sclerotherapy in Detail from Orchid Aesthetics

Sclerotherapy in detail…
Schlerotherapy is a microinjection procedure that needs no pain medication or surgery. Abnormal veins are treated by injecting a solution called a sclerosant, sealing the vein off from the rest of the vein network in your leg, allowing the body to naturally redirect the blood flow to the healthy veins. An  injection of solution into the vein that causes the vein walls to swell, stick together, and seal shut. This stops the flow of blood and the vein turns into scar tissue. In a few weeks, the vein should fade. The same vein may need to be treated more than once.
Veins have one-way valves composed of two leaflets that close together when filled with blood. The closed valve prevents blood from flowing back into the leg. If these valves become damaged and fail to function properly (become incompetent) blood can become static in the leg. If the valve is not closing properly blood falls back down and causes pressure sideways. Resulting in varicose veins.

Sclerotherapy is a common treatment for small and medium size spider veins, and is preferred over laser for eliminating spider veins. Unlike a laser, the sclerosing solution additionally closes the "feeder veins" under the skin that are causing the spider veins to form, thereby making a recurrence of the spider veins in the treated area less likely. With this procedure, veins can be eliminated at an early stage, helping to prevent further complications.
You may need anywhere from one to several sclerotherapy sessions depending on the type and number of veins being treated.
Studies have shown that many of the injected veins may be eliminated with each session of sclerotherapy. Although this procedure works for most patients, there are no guarantees for success.
Prior to sclerotherapy, you will have an initial consultation with the physician or schlerotherapist.

You can not have treatment if you are pregnant or nursing. You can have sclerotherapy if you take birth control pills. If you have had a blood clot in the past, your eligibility will be decided on an individual basis, and will depend on your overall health.
Generally, normal activities may be resumed after sclerotherapy. Support hose must be worn for several days to assist in the resolution of the veins. This procedure, performed in the doctor's office, usually causes only minimal discomfort, and walking is very important and necessary to aid in the elimination of the veins.

Bruising and pigmentation may occur after sclerotherapy. Bruising typically disappears within 1-2 weeks. Although pigmentation almost always fades, although it can last for several months.


Injecting the unwanted veins with a sclerosing solution causes the target vein to immediately shrink, and then dissolve over a period of weeks as the body naturally absorbs the treated vein.
Multiple injections of dilute sclerosant are injected into the abnormal surface veins of the involved leg. The patient's leg is then compressed with either stockings or bandages that they wear usually for two weeks after treatment. Patients are also encouraged to walk regularly during that time. It is common practice for the patient to require at least two treatment sessions separated by several weeks to significantly improve the appearance of their leg veins.

Sclerotherapy can also be performed using microfoam sclerosants under ultrasound guidance to treat larger varicose veins, including the great and small saphenous veins.^[13] After a map of the patient's varicose veins is created using ultrasound, these veins are injected whilst real-time monitoring of the injections is undertaken, also using ultrasound. The sclerosant can be observed entering the vein, and further injections performed so that all the abnormal veins are treated. Follow-up ultrasound scans are used to confirm closure of the treated veins, and any residual varicose veins can be identified and treated.

Sclerotherapy is fully FDA approved in the USA.

Sclerotherapy has been used in the treatment of varicose veins for over 150 years. Like varicose vein surgery, sclerotherapy techniques have evolved during that time. Modern techniques including ultrasonographic guidance and foam sclerotherapy are the latest developments in this evolution.

 

What Happens After Sclerotherapy

After sclerotherapy you will be able to drive yourself home and resume your regular daily activities. You will be instructed to wear support hosiery to "compress" the treated vessels. If you have compression hosiery from previous treatments, you are encouraged to bring them with you to be certain they still have adequate compression. Department store support stockings will not be adequate if a heavy compression stocking is needed. Your doctor's office can recommend where to purchase heavy compression stockings.
In general, spider veins respond in three to six weeks, and larger veins respond in three to four months. If the veins respond to the treatment, they will not reappear. However, new veins may appear at the same rate as before. If needed, you may return for injections.
Following the injections, avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, or other anti-inflammatory drugs for at least 48 hours. Tylenol may be used if needed.
Also, you should avoid the following for 48 hours after treatment:

• Hot baths
• Hot compresses
• Whirlpools or saunas
• Direct exposure to sunlight

You may also read more information on our website at the following link;

http://www.orchidaesthetics.com/schlerotherapy.html

Schlerotherapy at Orchid Aesthetics

Sclerotherapy coming to Orchid Aesthetics….

If you have spider veins, and are seeking an effective treatment sclerotherapy is the safest and most effective treatment for spider and varicose veins. Sclerotherapy is a medical procedure, and involves the injection of a solution directly into the vein. While you may visit Orchid Aesthetics for a variety of anti-ageing treatments you will be pleased to find out that we are adding schlerotherapy as one of those treatments.

What is Sclerotherapy?

Sclerotherapy is a medical procedure used to eliminate varicose veins and spider veins, and involves the injection of a solution (generally a salt solution) directly into the vein. The solution irritates the lining of the blood vessel, causing it to swell and stick together, and the blood to clot. In response, the veins collapse and are reabsorbed, and the veins are no longer visible.

Sclerotherapy is a common treatment for small (spider veins) and medium size (reticular) veins, and is the preferred over laser for eliminating large spider veins and smaller varicose leg veins. Unlike a laser, the sclerosing solution additionally closes the "feeder veins" under the skin that are causing the spider veins to form, thereby making a recurrence of the spider veins in the treated area less likely. In response, the veins collapse and are reabsorbed, and the veins are no longer visible. With this procedure, veins can be dealt with at an early stage, helping to prevent further complications.

How many treatments will I need?
You may need anywhere from one to several sclerotherapy sessions for any vein region. Depending on the type and number of veins being treated you may have one to many injections per session.

 

Sclerotherapy Effectiveness

Studies have shown that as many as 50%-80% of injected veins may be eliminated with each session of sclerotherapy. Less than 10% of the people who have sclerotherapy do not respond to the injections at all. In these instances, different solutions can be tried. Although this procedure works for most patients, there are no guarantees for success.

 

Candidates for Sclerotherapy

Prior to sclerotherapy, you will have an initial consultation with the physician or schlerotherapist  who will decide if you're a good candidate for the procedure.
You are not eligible if you are pregnant. You can have sclerotherapy if you take birth control pills. If you have had a blood clot in the past, your eligibility will be decided on an individual basis, and will depend on the overall health of the area needing treatment as well as the reason for the clot.
Veins that are potentially usable for future heart bypass surgery will generally not be considered for sclerotherapy, unless they are already deemed unusable.

Can I resume normal activities after each treatment?
Generally, normal activities can be resumed after sclerotherapy. Medically prescribed support hose and/or bandages may need to be worn for several days to several weeks to assist in resolution of the veins. The procedure, performed in the doctor's office, usually causes only minimal discomfort, and walking is encouraged after the treatment.
Bruising and pigmentation may occur after sclerotherapy. Bruising typically disappears within 1-2 weeks. Although pigmentation almost always fades, it can last for several months.

Dysport vs. Botox...

When it comes to reducing and mitigating facial wrinkles Botox has become as ubiquitous as Kleenex in the consumer world. Botox is manufactured by Allergan, and has enjoyed it's success because there has been a lack of competition until Dysport was approved by the FDA in 2009.

Though widely used in Europe for several years until it was approved in this country Dysport does use the same solution (botulinum toxin) for smoothing out forehead wrinkles, crow's feet and also for the corners of the mouth Dysport is allegedly lower in concentration than Botox of the same substance.

Dysport is often priced lower than Botox, and there is a catch. Dysport has a more likely chance of spreading because of the lower concentration of the botulinum toxin substance. It isn't known which lasts longer of the two, but Dysport will not be as effective if not injected by a trained physician because of the likelihood of spreading of the botulinum toxin. Of course any spa enthusiast from a novice to a experienced pro would like
be well equipped before they make their trip to the spa, and we see it as our responsibility to inform, and educate our clientele and those using Google about the differences of both.

It has been noted that Dysport has been effective for those patients who have not had seen desired results with Botox. This may because their facial muscles have taken better to the Dysport injection, and it's concentration.The side effects of both Dysport and Botox are similar may be temporary redness and soreness at the injection site(s). This often disapates in under an hour.

There has also been a notable increase in the usage of both Dysport and Botox by Dr.s in the past few years, and many of them do not have the proper training in aesthetics by schools and institutes that conduct aesthetic training. Unfortunately the results widely vary given this fact, and Dr. Kerns is recognized by both Allergan and Medicis (the maker of Dysport) as an affiliated partner. She also has licenses in cosmetic training and laser procedures. She takes the proper time with any procedure, and you receive the results that you want. She is always available for a followup appointment if needed.

Orchid Aesthetics introducing Virtual Botox

          At Orchid Aesthetics we are now offering Botox in a virtual vial. The virtual vial allows you to purchase Botox at a locked in price when you purchase ahead of time. Each Botox vial is 100 units, each time you make a Botox appointment the exact number of units are discussed prior to each treatment. Your virtual bank will show exactly how many units you used and how many you have left.

                With the Virtual Vial there will be no need to split the vial with anyone. With 100 unit vial we will keep an exact record of how many units were used, and to there won’t be time or money wasted because a vial wasn’t used in the recommended amount of time.

                If you are seeking a discount for being a regular client of Orchid Aesthetics we are giving you the opportunity to lock in discounts off the regular pricing of Botox for as long as you have a vial. The Virtual vial will take an average of 25% off the regular price.

Because some people are on a limited budget they are constantly searching for online deals, and because you may think you are saving money on the cost per area or unit of Botox. The truth is that you aren’t because are inconsistent results by visiting disparate Dr.’s each with different results. With the Virtual Botox you are locking in Botox at a discount for as long as you have a vial, and you will work only with Dr. Kerns who will give you consistent results. You can also share the vial with a friend or relative if you chose, and give it as a gift.

Here are some of the areas you can choose to use Botox on: The glabella; which is the space between the forehead, crow’s feet which are lines which form to the left or right of either eye and extend to the temple region, neck rejuvenation, or the forehead wrinkles commonly called the elevens, an eyebrow lift or for smoker's lines above the upper lip.

   All vials of Botox are produced by Allergan which is the sole licensed manufacturer to produce Botox.

    The prices for the vials are:

1 vial is $12 per unit

2 vials is $10.75 per unit

3 vials is $9.50 per unit

There is a $25 administrative fee for each visit

There is no expiration on each Botox vial that you purchase

More than 5 vials per year and you can receive 25 free units of Botox

Orchid Aesthetics Fat Transfer system

Many people may not be aware that there is a safe and effective system which can be longer lasting than more traditional facial fillers. While there are many procedures on the market to reduce excess fat and cellulite few offer a lasting and effective treatment. Facial fillers such as Restylane, Perlane, etc. are effective procedures to smooth and even out lines on the face. While they do have a lasting effect, they are far from permanent, and long lasting.

There is an autologous system that is safe and effective which can have the same effect, and can be permanent. It is called the Viafill System, and is naturally integrated into the system, and completely bio-compatible.

The Viafill autologous Fat Transfer system is a autologous. Which means a tissue is grafted  into a new position on the body of the individual from which it was removed. The Viafill System takes fat from the thigh, hip or chest, and harvests or inserts the fat cells into the chin, nose, neck, jaw line, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, brow, upper eyelids, temples, lips, and fills and smooths these areas for the desired results. The Viafill System maximizes the number of live fat cells when they are transplanted, and minimizes the damage to the fat cells during the process of reinjection, and increases the potential for less fat re-absorbtion for longer lasting results.

The procedure takes under a hour, and local anesthesia is injected to the area which the Dr. harvests your fat cells, and you can leave the office when the procedure has been completed much like any injection.
The fat transfer system is a graft that may be permanent based on the number of live cells injected and the ability to establish a blood supply, and there is no need for re-injection much like facial fillers.

As with any surgical procedure, there is potential risk for infection, bleeding, and less than expected beneficial outcome. Because Viafill™ uses the patient’s own tissue, there are no allergic or foreign-body reactions to be concerned about. No skin testing is necessary. The only side effects that may occur are local injection site reactions common to any injection procedure.

If you wish to read further on the fat transfer system you can go to our web site page on the Viafill fat transfer system: www.orchidaesthetics.com/Fat%20Transfer.html

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