Intense pulsed light was first introduced to the medical community in 1996 to treat treatment-resistant facial port-wine stains in Germany. In the 20 years since, technology has continued to improve where now IPL produces results equal to those of lasers, with a wider range of applications. At Creative Laser, we utilize IPL to treat age… Read More »
Wrinkles. Wrinkles. Wrinkles. This unfortunate part of aging affects everyone whether they ever go out in the sun or not. What a minute, you say; a vampire wouldn’t have any wrinkles because they never would have any sun damage. Ah, but that’s where the difference between the two types of wrinkles comes in. There are… Read More »
When someone mentions Botox, the injectable is so popular that people just assume it’s been around for decades. In truth, the FDA first approved Botox Cosmetic for aesthetic use only in 2002, just 13 years ago. But ever since its debut, Botox has taken over the aesthetic universe. Year in and year out, Botox injections… Read More »
Vitamin B12 is critical for the human body. It is required for the proper function and development of the brain, nerves, blood cells, and many other parts of the body. At Creative Laser, we provide vitamin B12 injections for our patients. What does vitamin B12 do? Vitamin B12 is the largest and most complex of… Read More »
As Americans have become heavier, liposuction has grown more and more popular as a way to get rid of unwanted pockets of fat that don’t respond to dietary changes and exercise. But traditional liposuction has been a relatively aggressive procedure, with the cannula being moved throughout the target area relatively violently to break up the… Read More »
Every tattoo has a story behind it, although some of those stories are hard to remember due to the varying hour of the night or the extent of the party. Unfortunately, the tattoo keeps on keeping on, even when your life has changed. The name of that love of your life? Not so welcome now… Read More »
When you live smack dab in the middle of Texas you’re going to get lots and lots of sun. And at Creative Laser Solutions, we treat all types of sun damage and skin cancer caused by the sun’s ultraviolet rays. We want our patients to know what they’re dealing with, so here’s a little primer… Read More »
Spider veins sound creepy — perfect for Halloween! But the small red, purple, and blue blood vessels that show themselves on the legs, chest, and face are quite scary when you’re considering putting on a bathing suit or a skirt and don’t want anyone to see them. Their twisting, turning paths give them their name,… Read More »
No one wants to keep smoking, knowing the health effects, the costs, and the many other downsides of the habit. But smoking is known to be as addictive as heroin, so quitting isn’t easy at all. It takes a twofold approach to quit — you have to have the desire mentally and you have to… Read More »
No one wants to spend their every waking hour indoors, afraid to venture out into the sun. But truth be told, every time you’re out in the sun, you’re increasing your chances of developing skin cancer. Of course, you need to apply 30 spf sunscreen whenever you go outdoors, particularly for longer periods of time,… Read More »