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YAG Laser Freckle Removal at MetroMD in Los Angeles

With the summer months coming freckles become more prominent than ever.  The extra sun exposure tends to make these small spots more evident. Many of our patients come to us looking for solutions to eliminate these spots. One of our favorite modalities for removing freckles is using YAG laser technology. YAG laser for freckle removal is a great treatment. This laser simply attracts towards the pigment on the skin and

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Metro MD April 18, 2018
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Sculpted Arms with Liposuction in Los Angeles

MetroMD offers the latest liposuction techniques for sculpting arms. At our clinic we utilize laser assisted liposuction called SmartLipo. By using SmartLipo we can assure the best outcomes for sculpting arms when compared to traditional liposuction. Laser assisted liposuctions works by first using a laser for breaking down fat. This laser is first inserted into the area of concern and energy is emitted. The laser works to destroy fat cells

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Metro MD April 18, 2018
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Fractional CO2 Laser utilization for Non-Invasive Eye Lift

Originally performed in the 1980’s, continuous wave carbon dioxide (CO2) laser has been used to treat cutaneous signs of photo damage that progressively increase with age and occur most prominently in individuals with fair skin. With the technological advent of fractional CO2 laser resurfacing (developed in the 2000’s), a novel mechanism in which numerous narrow, microscopic columns of laser light are emitted was created. This then allows for focused and

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Metro MD April 16, 2018
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Botox to Smooth out Fine Wrinkles

Botulinum toxin, or Botox, in brief, is a neuromodulator derived from neurotoxins produced by Clostridium botulinum.  Initially procured for use for medical conditions from migraine therapy, hyperhydrosis and others,Botox has recently gained wild popularity for cosmetic use when injected with the intended purpose of paralyzing skeletal muscle. When used appropriately, botulinum toxin injection is an overwhelmingly safe method for improving cosmetic defects that are caused by or exacerbated by muscle contraction. 

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Metro MD April 12, 2018
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Stem Cell Therapy for Shoulder Injuries

With the advances in cellular medicine, stem cell therapy is now available to treat soft tissue injuries to the shoulder. The MRI is critical in determining whether or not a patient is a candidate for stem cell treatment. If there is partial tearing of cartilage, ligaments and tendons, stem cell therapy offers an alternate to extended periods of physiotherapy and arthroscopic treatment in many cases. Commercial stem cells are now

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Metro MD April 11, 2018
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Fractional CO2 Laser for Acne Scars

Acne scars are a ever-present problem from late adolescence on into our twenties. Until the advent if the fractional CO-2 lasers, laser treatment with CO-2 often meant painful weeks of downtime and often a complicated recovery. Now, in 2018 we have the state of the art fractional CO-2 lasers which remove scars precisely and with little downtime in three to four treatments spaced at four-to- six-week intervals. The procedure begins

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Metro MD April 10, 2018
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