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Is everyone a candidate for the O’Neil Skin Rejuvenation?
No, of course not. But it is a rare person over 50 years of age who could not benefit substantially from this treatment. A consultation with Dr. O’Neil is required before scheduling. About 30% of the patients are screened out, at this time, for a variety of reasons including health, psychological make-up, or they may be best helped with a different procedure. Often the problem, the patient wants repaired, is better attacked surgically and Dr. O’Neil will refer you to a qualified Plastic Surgeon.
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What type of health problems would preclude one from a skin rejuvenation treatment?
There is no definite answer here. It will depend on the severity of the illness, the patient’s age and other related health problems. For instance, he might exclude an unstable diabetic with a history of repeated infections but a stable diabetic, with no other health problems, would be fine for the treatment.
(back to top)What type of tests are required?
All patients are first screened with their medical history by Dr. O’Neil. If he passes you at the consultation you are then sent to your own Doctor for a physical exam and blood tests. An electrocardiogram or chest x-ray may be required depending on your age and medical history. Information about the procedure will be provided to your Doctor and he or she must give their approval for the procedure.
(back to top)What type of anesthesia is used?
An intravenous anesthetic using a sedative medication is used during the procedure. This will keep you asleep and unaware of discomfort during the procedure. This is less risky than general anesthesia and not as hard on your heart and lungs.
(back to top)How long does the procedure take?
Dr O’Neil will be working on you for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
(back to top)What is O'Neil Skin Rejuvenation (OSR)?
O'Neil Skin Rejuvenation is a Proprietary treatment performed by Dr. O'Neil at the O'Neil Skin and Lipo Medical Center. It is non-surgical and is used to "tighten" and "lift" skin of the face, to remove wrinkles, to improve acne scars, and to improve sun damage problems such as large pores, pigmentation marks and rough skin.
(back to top)How does it work?
O'Neil Skin Rejuvenation utilizes a chemical formula (peel), ultrasound, and a "cold" laser. These combined technologies cause a sloughing and re-growth of the surface skin. They also stimulate the deep tissues to grow new collagen. This tightens the skin, removing wrinkles, and improving elasticity.
(back to top)How much younger will I look?
Results vary from patient to patient but most patients look 10-12 years younger following O'Neil Skin Rejuvenation.
(back to top)How long do the results last?
Because the OSR tightens skin by regenerating new collagen fibers, it lasts much longer than chemical peels. An average patient in their mid 50's will look 10-15 years younger after the treatment and will remain looking 10-15 years younger than their true age for the rest of their lives.
(back to top)What are the risks?
As with any medical procedure, usually your biggest risk is infection. We reduce infection risk by providing each patient with a prescription for antibiotic medication to take after the procedure and by using an antibiotic ointment and powder to the skin while it is healing.
(back to top)What is the healing time?
After the initial 10-11 day stay, your beautiful new skin will be pink. Typically this will fade and disappear in 2 to 3 months.
(back to top)Can the O'Neil Skin Rejuvenation be done on all skin types?
The OSR is safe and effective for all skin types including Asian or Hispanic skin.
(back to top)Does it hurt?
Our patients are given intravenous anesthetic during the procedure to sedate them in order to minimize discomfort. After the procedure they move about freely while the healing continues. There is a sunburn like sensation for the first two to three days. Our patients are supplied with a few prescription medications to reduce itching or to help them sleep while they are recuperating.
(back to top)How does the OSR compare to laser?
Compared to laser peels OSR offers greater skin tightening and age improvement. OSR removes deeper wrinkles and the results last much longer than laser peels. Also, the new skin is much smoother and more natural looking with O'Neil Skin Rejuvenation than with CO2 laser peels.
(back to top)How does the OSR compare to a facelift?
Cosmetic Surgery on the face reduces redundant skin and pulls it tighter but it cannot remove wrinkles around the mouth and eyes where most of the aging occurs. And, of course, there is no improvement of the aging skin or complexion of the skin. The OSR removes wrinkles in all areas of the face. It gives the skin a younger, pretty look.
(back to top)Will all of my acne scaring go away?
Dr. O'Neil will be very honest with you on what percentage of the acne scaring will be gone. You can discuss this with Dr. O'Neil at your consultation.
(back to top)What is the difference between OSR and a Complexion Peel?
A complexion peel, which is also called a TCA peel, is a moderate strength peel that improves complexion on the face, neck and check. It can also be used on arms, hands or legs. It addresses age spots, fine lines, lesions, sun damage and brown spots. Typically this procedure is for the younger person, ages 25-40 or a previous OSR patient who needs a light maintenance peel. The complexion peel is not as effective at skin tightening or deep wrinkle removal as with the OSR procedure.
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