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Beauty Tips & Tricks to Fight Aging- by Dr. Mark Bishara, MD in Mansfield and Southlake

How To Defeat Aging!!

We are all struggling against the effects of aging. The more weapons we have to fight the monster of aging the better. Here are some weapons everyone should keep in her anti-aging arsenal. At the office Dr. Mark Bishara and The Paragon Med Spa- our main focus is to help patients restore or achieve their ideal appearance in order to feel confident about the way they look. Dr. Bishara and his staff are ecstatic to welcome you personally to our office and look forward to helping you very soon!

Our Paragon Med Spa has many different procedures that we offer which can be done as quickly over a lunch time with little or no down time such as our Lunch-Hour Facelifts, Fotofacial, skin tightening, and small areas for laser hair removal. Our aesthetician also offers many other services that can be done over a longer scheduled amount of time such as a Laser 360, tattoo removals, and bigger laser hair removal areas (legs, brazilian, back, etc.) Through the many options that are offered from our Paragon Med Spa we always have a solution for what you are wanting to achieve.
Please contact a member of our staff to see how we can help you fight aging signs with the following treatments:
  • Combine Botox and Fillers: Most of us have tried Botox. You don’t have to stop there, add some fillers too. Botox will soften dynamic wrinkles that occur as a result of continual muscular contraction. Fillers will restore volume and support. The combination is dramatic!
  • Invest in some laser treatments: The laser 360 is your best option. It combines three treatments in one procedure. The first step, Fotofacial, will remove unwanted skin discolorations such as pigmentation and blood vessels. The second step, NIR Skin Tightening will stimulate the production of brand new collagen and elastin. The final step is iPixel Laser Resurfacing restoring smooth texture All parts and layers of the skin are treated. The results are unmatched.
  • Stop the Abuse: Smoking, drinking alcohol, caffeine and drugs are not good for your skin or your body. They all accelerate the aging process. Stop!
  • Use skincare at home: Your at home skincare routine will help you maintain your skin as well as any treatments you may invest in. In addition to the basics (cleanser and moisturizer) everyone should be using an antioxidant, an exfoliant and an eye cream.
  • Wear sunscreen every single day: We know UV radiation causes cancer. It doesn’t stop there. When UV radiation is absorbed by the skin, it activates the body’s own natural substance MMP-1. This substance digests collagen. This means that when you are in the sun unprotected, you are digesting your own collagen! This is very bad!
  • Use Mineral Based Makeups: Try to find 100% quality mineral based make-up- especially after a LASER 360 or a chemical peel. Your skin has to breath for proper healing to take place, and most foundations and powders coat the skin, and trap oxygen from getting in. This can lead to many problems, if fact if you have tiny bumps under your skin, its probably do to your daily make-up routine. One ingredient to avoid is Talc, which clogs the pores, and irritants sensitive skin.
Dr. Bishara and The Paragon Med Spa’s unique treatments offer patients effective results through the most minimally invasive techniques. For more information about Dr. Bishara and his practice, feel free to explore our website at markbisharamd.com, or call the office today at 817.473.2120 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Bishara.

 

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Wrinkles-Non-Surgical or Surgical Plastic Surgery? By Dr. Mark Bishara, MD

As if looking old wasn’t bad enough, a new study found that people find it difficult to read the emotions of individuals who have wrinkly faces. Researchers at Penn State University asked a group of study participants to examine 64 faces and rate them based on the emotions they perceived in the images. On average, pictures depicting older adults were rated as more angry or sad compared to the photos of younger people, despite the fact that every face photographed showed neutral emotions.
At Dr. Mark Bishara‘s office we provide a wide range of cosmetic procedures to help patients look and feel their best. These procedures are designed to improve the appearance of the face through minimally invasive techniques that provide highly effective results.
Why the Long Face?
The issue may be due to the fact that creases around the mouth and forehead may cause people to look as though they’re frowning or upset. There needs to be more research conducted to verify their findings, but they believe the results of the study are not due to stereotypes people may have about the emotional well-being of older adults.
This is not the first study to examine the link between wrinkles and emotional perception. A previous study conducted by researchers at Humboldt University in Berlin found that younger people had a hard time judging the faces of older adults, and often perceived them to have more “mixed emotions” than similar images of younger people.
An Argument for Plastic Surgery
This study goes to show that people who seek out plastic surgery procedures such as facelifts or Botox injections and facial fillers, aren’t doing so simply out of vanity. There are real issues associated with early signs of aging. Researchers pointed out that the issue underscored in this most recent study could put older adults at a disadvantage at the doctor’s office, for instance, as medical practitioners may falsely assume that seniors are experiencing sadness or depression.
Fortunately, there are many treatments that Dr. Bishara offers that can help treat wrinkles on the face and neck. Many of these procedures can be combined in order to achieve your desired appearance. While facelifts may be the most well-known, others may choose to target the skin hanging down under the chin by undergoing a neck lift. Also, Botox injections can treat wrinkles before they begin to form, while facial fillers can add volume and fill in deep creases around the eyes, mouth and forehead.  Our Paragon Skin Clinic offers many other skin treatments that can fight the signs of aging and help skin show a more youthful apperance, including fotofacials, Laser 360 and laser skin resurfacing.
IPL/Fotofacial- Before and After Picture:


Laser 360 Before and After:


To schedule an appointment with Dr. Bishara, you can contact our office directly at (817) 473-2120. For more information about our services, click on the Email Us button or visit us at https://www.markbisharamd.com.
 
 
 

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Skin Conditions Explained- by Dr. Mark Bishara, MD


Feeling a little dry or oily? Your skins appearance and texture may be due to an underlying skin condition that you may not be aware you have… or the cause of it.
There are four main skin types: oily, dry, normal and combination. Normal skin types, often found in young people are defined by smooth texture, no blemishes, dryness or greasy patches. Oily skin type, is due to overactive sebaceous glands and enlarged pores. Dry skin type is characterized by the lack of moisture and often associated with tightness and flaking of the skin. Lastly, combination skin types are characterized by having both dry and oily parts of the skin typically the known as the “t-zone”.
Skin types are often determined by many different influences but mainly internal influences such as hormonal changes, medications and genetic disposition. But can also be influenced by external changes as well. Such as, climate , skin care routine and sun exposure. All of these skin types are capable of developing a skin condition if not diagnose and treated properly.
Skin conditions are a underlying problem often causing other issues. Have your aesthetician do a skin analysis to determine if your skin is suffering from one or more of the following conditions: dehydration, sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles or acne. All of these conditions are treatable with the right skin care products and professional treatments.
At Dr. Bishara’s office and The Paragon Med Spa- our main focus is to help you restore or achieve your ideal appearance in order to feel confident about the way you look.  Please contact us to speak with one of our highly trained aesthetician’s and find out more about your skin and why you might be experienceing problems. Please contact our office to discuss more (817) 473-2120.
 

 

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Retinoids: Vitamins for our Skin- from Dr. Mark Bishara in Mansfield & Southlake


Ever wonder after getting a facial or chemical peel what makes your face feel so firm and fresh? There is a very important and common ingredient found in some skin care products. We all know that taking our daily multivitamins and eating healthy are important to our everyday lifestyle as well as keeping our skin looking beautiful, but did you know that we can also find our vitamins in our skin care products as well.  At Dr. Bishara’s office and The Paragon Med Spa we know the benefits of Retinoids for skin care.
Our epidermis is the outer most part of our body and is exposed to so many free radicals each day and it is also the organ to receive the least amount of vitamins from the foods we
eat and the supplements we take. This is why in order to protect the biggest organ on our body (our skin) we need to use good topical products to insure it receives all the vitamins it needs to stay healthy as well.
Retinoids are a form of vitamin A and essential to collagen production, wrinkle and inflammation reduction. Retinoids can be found in many different forms and can also have different side affects on the skin. Retinal is the alcohol form of Vitamin A which can convert to retinoic acid. Retinoic Acid is more commonly found in chemical peels and is used for more acne prone, problematic skin. Now although these are okay to use on the skin they can at times cause a little peeling depending on the strength and form thats in the product being used.
The next time you see our aesthetician at Dr. Bishara’s office & The Paragon Med Spa- please ask how Retinoids would be beneficial in your daily skin care regimen.  For more information about us, feel free to explore our website, or call the office today at 817.473.2120.

 

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Acne in Teens- we can help

Got teen acne?

You’re definitely not alone. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, nearly 100% of all teens have at least the occasional breakout. Acne strikes all teenagers equally, regardless of sex, race or ethnicity. Most teenage acne comes from hormonal changes during the teenage years.  Dr. Bishara and The Paragon Med Spa can help you and your children or teen learn more about how to properly take care of your skin.

Teen Acne Triggers:

Hormones released at the onset of puberty are responsible for the appearance of acne during the teen years. These hormones stimulate the skin’s sebaceous, or oil glands, creating an oily skin that is more prone to pore blockages and breakouts. There have been studies indicating that sress and diet can be additional acne triggers.

The Emotional Cost:

While acne is a physical problem, it also affects teens psychologically. Even if the acne is relatively mild, it may have a big impact on self-esteem and self-confidence. Parents need to understand that even mild acne may have a profound impact on the way their teen feels about themselves. Helping with treatment and support can go a long way in protecting and repairing a teen’s self-esteem.
It is important to start implementing a good skin care regimen around the age of 8, because this sets forth good habits that the child will carry out through their life. Starting with a basic 3 step regimen of cleanse, tone, and moisturize.  Making this a daily routine will also help their face become accustomed to controlling oil production.

What Can Be Done:

As the child enters into their teen years it’s good to take preventative measures to fighting acne as well, such as coming in on a once weekly or monthly visit for a facial and other aesthetic treatments to help prevent the seriousness of the acne and keep their skin scar
free.
The next time you see our aesthetician at Dr. Bishara’s office & The Paragon Med Spa- please ask how help your child or teen with their daily skin care regimen.  For more information about us, feel free to explore our website, or call the office today at 817.473.2120.

 

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