SkinPen

SkinPen® is a microneedling treatment that can be positioned as a collagen-induction treatment for smoother, healthier-looking skin.

The FDA-cleared indications for SkinPen Precision include improving the appearance of facial acne scars in adults 22+ and neck wrinkles in certain Fitzpatrick skin types.

💎 What can SkinPen help with?

Acne scars
This is one of the best-supported uses. Multiple systematic reviews have found that microneedling can improve the appearance of atrophic acne scars.

Skin texture
The collagen-remodeling process can help create smoother, more refined-looking skin.

Fine lines & wrinkles
Microneedling is used for skin rejuvenation, and SkinPen specifically has an FDA-cleared indication for the appearance of neck wrinkles.

Overall skin quality
Patients may notice skin that looks smoother, firmer and more refined as collagen remodeling occurs.

🧬 How it works

Think of SkinPen as controlled micro-injury → healing → collagen remodeling.

⭐ Why choose SkinPen instead of traditional microneedling?

SkinPen is a medical-grade, standardized device rather than simply describing it as “microneedling.”

What does recovery look like?

Most patients can expect temporary:

• Redness

• Warmth or sensitivity

• Mild swelling

• Dryness or flaking

These effects generally resolve as the skin heals. Clinical literature describes erythema and dryness as common short-term effects of microneedling.

Skinvive

✨ What is SKINVIVE™?

SKINVIVE is an FDA-approved hyaluronic acid (HA) injectable designed to improve skin smoothness of the cheeks in adults. It uses tiny microdroplets of HA placed superficially in the skin to increase hydration and improve overall skin quality. Unlike traditional fillers, it isn't intended to add significant volume or reshape facial features.

The benefits

💧 Deep hydration
HA attracts and holds water, helping the skin look more hydrated, supple and refreshed.

✨ Improved radiance
Patients may notice a healthier-looking glow and more luminous skin.

🌟 Smoother texture
Clinical data support improvement in cheek skin smoothness.

🪞 More youthful-looking skin without changing your face
Because SKINVIVE is not designed to create traditional filler volume, it can enhance skin quality without significantly changing facial contours.

⏳ Long-lasting results
Results can last up to approximately six months, although individual results vary.

PRESERVE MOTIVA AUGMENTATION

What is Preservé™?

Preservé™ is a newer, tissue-sparing approach to breast augmentation associated with Motiva® implants. The goal is to create the implant pocket while minimizing disruption to the breast's natural tissues and supporting structures. Specialized instruments are used to gently separate tissues and create a controlled pocket for the implant rather than broadly cutting through supportive structures.

Why patients may be interested

Preservé™ is designed around preservation:

• Less tissue disruption — the technique aims to preserve natural breast tissue, ligaments and supporting structures.

• Smaller incision — the specialized approach can allow for a smaller access point.

• Potentially easier recovery — less tissue trauma may contribute to less postoperative discomfort, swelling and bruising.

• Natural movement — preserving the breast's anatomy may help maintain more natural movement and feel.

• Preservation of sensation — the technique is designed to respect structures involved in breast and nipple sensation.

• Implant pocket precision — specialized instruments help create a controlled pocket matched to the planned implant.

What makes it different?

Traditional breast augmentation can involve more extensive surgical dissection to create the implant pocket. Preservé™ focuses on creating the pocket with less disruption, essentially working with the existing anatomy rather than extensively releasing it. Some implementations use an implant placement above the pectoralis major muscle, such as subglandular or subfascial placement.

Skin, Hair and Body Peptides

🧬 GHK-Cu — Skin & Regeneration Peptide

GHK-Cu (copper tripeptide) is a naturally occurring copper-binding peptide that has been studied for its role in collagen production, skin remodeling, wound repair, and cellular signaling.

Potential areas of interest include:

• ✨ Supporting collagen and elastin production

• 🧴 Improving skin firmness, texture and elasticity

• 🩹 Supporting skin repair and wound-healing pathways

• 🔥 Modulating inflammatory processes

• 💇 Supporting the hair follicle environment

• 🧬 Promoting extracellular-matrix remodeling

💪 Sermorelin — Natural Growth-Hormone Signaling

Sermorelin is a synthetic version of growth-hormone–releasing hormone (GHRH). Rather than supplying growth hormone directly, it signals the pituitary gland to release growth hormone.

Potential effects being investigated/used clinically include:

• 💪 Supporting lean muscle maintenance

• 🦴 Supporting bone health

• 😴 Potentially supporting sleep quality

• 🔥 Supporting normal metabolism and body composition

• 🧬 Supporting tissue repair and cellular processes associated with growth hormone

🔥 Ipamorelin — Growth-Hormone Secretagogue

Ipamorelin is a growth-hormone secretagogue. It acts on ghrelin receptors to stimulate growth-hormone release.

It has generated interest because it may stimulate GH with relatively selective activity compared with some older growth-hormone secretagogues.

Potential areas of interest include:

• 💪 Muscle recovery and lean-body support

• 🦴 Bone and connective-tissue health

• 💤 Sleep and recovery

• 🔥 Body-composition support

• 🧬 Growth-hormone–related tissue repair

🔥 Tesamorelin — Visceral-Fat–Targeted GH Pathway

Tesamorelin is different from the other peptides on this list because it is FDA-approved.

It is a growth-hormone–releasing-factor analog that stimulates the GH pathway and is specifically approved to reduce excess abdominal fat in adults with HIV-associated lipodystrophy.

Tesamorelin has attracted attention because studies have demonstrated reductions in visceral adipose tissue, the metabolically active fat surrounding internal organs.

Potential effects associated with its approved use include:

• 🔥 Reduction in visceral abdominal fat

• 📉 Changes in body composition

• 🧬 Effects mediated through growth-hormone/IGF-1 signaling

RecoveryPeptides

🧬 Recovery Peptides: BPC-157 & TB-500

Recovery peptides are being studied for their potential role in tissue repair, inflammation, circulation, and recovery from musculoskeletal injury.

BPC-157 — “The Repair Peptide”

BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound-157) is a synthetic 15-amino-acid peptide that has been investigated for potential effects on tissue repair and inflammation.

Research suggests it may influence pathways involved in:

• 🦴 Bone and connective-tissue repair

• 💪 Muscle and tendon recovery

• 🩹 Wound healing

• 🔥 Inflammatory signaling

• 🩸 Angiogenesis and blood-vessel formation

• 🧬 Cellular repair and tissue regeneration

🧬 TB-500 — “The Recovery & Regeneration Peptide”

TB-500 is a synthetic fragment related to thymosin beta-4, a naturally occurring peptide involved in cellular processes associated with tissue repair.

Preclinical research suggests pathways involving:

• Tissue regeneration

• Cell migration

• Blood-vessel formation

• Wound repair

• Inflammatory response

• Muscle and connective-tissue recovery

Wellness Boosters

Wellness BOOSTERS: Why People Use Them

💚 Glutathione

Glutathione is a naturally occurring antioxidant made from three amino acids.

It helps the body:

• Fight oxidative stress and neutralize free radicals

• Support the liver's natural detoxification processes

• Protect cells from oxidative damage

• Recycle other antioxidants, including vitamins C and E

💉 “Skinny Shot” — MICC

These ingredients are involved in normal metabolic processes:

• Methionine: an essential amino acid involved in protein synthesis and methylation

• Inositol: involved in cell signaling and insulin-related pathways

• Choline: important for liver function, lipid transport, and neurotransmitter production

• B12: essential for red blood cell formation and neurological function

⚡ NAD+

NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a molecule found in every cell and is essential for cellular energy production.

NAD+ is involved in:

• Converting nutrients into cellular energy

• Mitochondrial function

• DNA repair and cellular signaling

• Metabolic processes

💊 Vitamin B12

B12 is an essential vitamin, particularly important for:

• Energy metabolism

• Healthy red blood cells

• DNA synthesis

• Normal nerve function

What is the 3DMIRACL?

The 3DMIRACL® treatment is a specific setting on the UltraClear laser. It is a lighter, no downtime, lunchtime treatment. It targets more superficial skin issues. You will experience redness and peeling for a few days. This treatment works on all skin types. It is customizable from light to aggressive. There is less heat being used, which lowers your risk of complications.

If you are interested in learing more about the 3DMIRACL, contact our office 858-255-1538

What is Alloclae?

It’s the newest frontier in regenerative medicine. AlloClae is aallogenic adipose matrix filler made from ethically donated, human adipose (fat) tissue. It is designed to restore lost volume and contour using natural human tissue instead of synthetic chemicals.

AlloClae is unlike traditional fillers which only simulate volume, or bio-stimulators that rely on collagen response. AlloClae™ delivers a dual-action regenerative and structural approach, effectively bridging the gap between fat grafting and synthetic fillers without the need for liposuction or surgery.

AlloClae can be used in most areas of the body. We typically place the product in: breasts, hips, buttocks, biceps, chest or areas of asymmetry.

Schedule a consultation to determine if AlloClae is the right option for you, 858-255-1538