Question 1

Acne

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Acne is a common skin condition that affects most people at some point, and may cause a lack of confidence. It causes spots, oily skin and sometimes skin that's hot or painful to touch.

Question 2

Acne Scarring

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Once acne has been successfully treated, it can leave behind scars and uneven skin tone. We can suggest the best solution to treat these and return skin to its former condition.

Question 3

Age Spots / Sun Spots

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Age and sun spots can happen as a result of sun damage and become more prominent as we age. These can be very successfully treated to make them less visible and often completely disappear.

Question 4

Blackheads

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Also called comedones, these are blocked hair follicles on the skin. The dark colour occurs due to the plug being exposed to the air.

Question 5

Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)

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Bruxism is a condition where you grind, gnash, or clench your teeth, often unconsciously. While most cases of bruxism are harmless, persistent grinding can sometimes lead to more serious dental issues or discomfort.

Question 6

Cheeks

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Cheeks give structure to the face. Ageing causes a loss of volume to this area, causing hollowing and sagging. Volume can be subtly added to this area to add definition, lift and tighten.

Question 7

Décolletage

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The décolletage and neck are often forgotten in our anti-ageing regimes. This can cause wrinkles, thin skin and pigmentation. We can suggest treatments to smooth and tighten.

Question 8

Eyes

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Wrinkles, loose skin and dark circles to the eyes can be treated to smooth, tighten, reduce excess skin and dark circles.

Question 9

Frown Lines (Mouth to Chin / Marionette Lines)

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Volume loss to the overall face during the normal ageing process along with loss of elasticity can create deeper lines to this area.

Question 10

Nose to Mouth Lines (Nasolabial)

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Volume loss to the overall face during the normal ageing process along with loss of skin elasticity can create deeper lines to the area between your nose and your mouth.

Question 11

Hands

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Hands are one of the biggest telltale signs of our age. Treatments to this area can re-hydrate, plump and smooth keeping hands looking young.

Question 12

Gummy Smile

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A gummy smile - is one that shows an excessive amount of gum when smiling.

Question 13

Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)

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Excessive sweating can be a very distressing condition causing great anxiety and sometimes massively impacting on people's lives.

Question 14

Jowls

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The ageing process means that volume is lost from the face structure, allowing the skin to sag. We can suggest treatments to re-define, lift and tighten.

Question 15

Jawline

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The jawline area loses its sharp features creating sagging skin and formation of jowls. We can suggest treatments to re-define, lift and tighten.

Question 16

Keratosis Pilaris (Chicken Skin)

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Keratosis Pilaris, often called ‘chicken skin’ is most commonly seen on the backs of arms. We can suggest treatments to treat and enhance the appearance.

Question 17

Lips

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Some of us naturally have small lips, but the size of our lips also reduces with age. Subtle improvements can make a big difference to the way we feel about them.

Question 18

Melasma / Chloasma

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Dark discoursed patches on the skin. If this occurs during pregnancy it is called Chloasma and often referred to as a ‘mask of pregnancy’. This can happen to anyone but is more predominant in darker skin tones.

Question 19

Milia (Milk Spots)

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These are caused by trapped dead skin cells (keratin) clogging the sweat ducts. These are very common, usually around the eyes and nose, but can occur anywhere. They are usually due to reduced exfoliation of the skin, overuse of moisturisers packing the dead skin cells together and not allowing them to slough away.

Question 20

Moles

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Moles are small, often brown or black growths on the skin that can appear anywhere on the body. While most moles are harmless, changes in their appearance or new moles can sometimes indicate a more serious condition. We would always recommend having a mole checked before removal - either via your GP or through our mole mapping service.

Question 21

Neck

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The neck is often forgotten in our anti-ageing regimes. We can suggest treatments to smooth and tighten.

Question 22

Pigmentation

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Hyper-pigmentation is over-production of melanin causing darker patches of skin and is often caused by sun damage. Hypo-pigmentation is a reduction in the production of melanin causing lighter patches. We can assess your pigmentation and suggest future treatment options to address and control.

Question 23

Poor Skin Texture

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Poor skin texture problems can be caused by many factors, environment, sun damage, oily skin, ageing, excessive dead skin to the surface of the skin

Question 24

Pores

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The skin's overall appearance is affected by enlarged pores. There can be many causes; environmental, sun damage, ageing, genetics.

Question 25

Rosacea

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Rosacea is a chronic condition that can cause symptoms such as flushing, reddening of the face, broken veins, pustules. It can progress to persistent redness on the cheeks, nose, and chin, sometimes accompanied by small bumps or a stinging sensation. If left untreated this can worsen. There is no known cure but the symptoms are manageable if treated correctly. We can suggest a number of treatments to help stabilise this condition.

Question 26

Skin Laxity / General Ageing

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As we age, a reduction in collagen and elastin fibres in the skin causes volume loss to the face. We can offer solutions to help reduce skin laxity, encourage collagen and elastic production and give volume back to the face.

Question 27

Skin Tags

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Skin tags are very common and can vary in size. Often caused by friction and found around the collar line on the neck, bra strap areas, under the arms and groin. Removal is a quick and simple procedure.

Question 28

Spider Naevi

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Spider Naevi is a swollen vein beneath the skin surface, usually has a small central spot with red extension radiating from it.

Question 29

Stretch Marks

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Stretch marks can often occur during puberty or fluctuations in weight and often happen during pregnancy. They initially look purple or red but settle and leave a silvery white mark on the skin.

Question 30

Thread Veins

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Thread veins are small dilated veins sitting just below the skin's surface. These are very common and thought to affect more than 50% of the adult population. They can occur anywhere on the body but can cause distress when on the face.

Question 31

Weight

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Weight is a common concern that affects many aspects of health and well-being. Whether you're looking to lose or maintain your weight, understanding and managing it is crucial for overall health. Our weight management program provides a comprehensive approach, which includes pharmacological options to help you achieve your goals.

Question 32

Xanthelasma

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Xanthelasma - are yellow flat plaques usually found on the upper or lower eyelids. These are often hereditary but can sometimes be an indication of raised cholesterol levels and are more common in older men and women. Ideally patients with these should have their bloods checked before any cosmetic treatments to remove to ensure they do not require medical treatment. However, these plaques are very easily removed if required.

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