Wrinkles, Fine Lines, & Skin FoldsWrinkles, fine lines & skin folds are part of the natural aging process, however, there are ways to eliminate them & improve your skin’s overall appearance. Genetic conditions, sun exposure, medications, smoking, & other environmental factors all play a role in the development of wrinkles, fine lines, & skin folds. These imperfections are often asymmetric since most people smile, frown, furrow their brow, squint, or sleep more on one side than the other.
Scar RevisionScar revision is a surgical procedure that is used to reduce the appearance of many types of scars. This surgical treatment helps to restore skin function in addition to correcting the skin’s appearance.
Acne Scar Treatment & SurgeryAt the Knight Dermatology Institute, we are frequently asked if anything can be done for old acne scars. This condition, a result of previous nodular/cystic acne, is emotionally taxing for many patients. Fortunately, we do have several weapons in the fight against this disfiguring condition. Modern acne scar treatment options include laser treatments, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, & surgical treatments such as subcision, punch grafting, CROSS therapy, & formal excision.
Lentigos & Age SpotsLentigos are brown spots that appear on the skin primarily due to the sun. These spots have very little to do w/ age; they are caused by cumulative UV exposure. Lentigos develop on the skin due to melanin deposits. Melanin is the pigment in our skin: it absorbs light & gives our skin its color.
Hyper PigmentationHyper Pigmentation is a condition in which certain areas of the skin become darker than the surrounding areas. This condition is quite common, is thought to be harmless, & can occur in people of any race. The darkening takes place due to an excess amount of melanin, which gives skin its normal pigmentation.
Candela Vbeam
Acne Scar Treatment & SurgeryAt the Knight Dermatology Institute, we are frequently asked if anything can be done for old acne scars. This condition, a result of previous nodular/cystic acne, is emotionally taxing for many patients. Fortunately, we do have several weapons in the fight against this disfiguring condition. Modern acne scar treatment options include laser treatments, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, & surgical treatments such as subcision, punch grafting, CROSS therapy, & formal excision.
Scar RevisionScar revision is a surgical procedure that is used to reduce the appearance of many types of scars. This surgical treatment helps to restore skin function in addition to correcting the skin’s appearance.
Wrinkles, Fine Lines, & Skin FoldsWrinkles, fine lines & skin folds are part of the natural aging process, however, there are ways to eliminate them & improve your skin’s overall appearance. Genetic conditions, sun exposure, medications, smoking, & other environmental factors all play a role in the development of wrinkles, fine lines, & skin folds. These imperfections are often asymmetric since most people smile, frown, furrow their brow, squint, or sleep more on one side than the other.
Lentigos & Age SpotsLentigos are brown spots that appear on the skin primarily due to the sun. These spots have very little to do w/ age; they are caused by cumulative UV exposure. Lentigos develop on the skin due to melanin deposits. Melanin is the pigment in our skin: it absorbs light & gives our skin its color.
Hyper PigmentationHyper Pigmentation is a condition in which certain areas of the skin become darker than the surrounding areas. This condition is quite common, is thought to be harmless, & can occur in people of any race. The darkening takes place due to an excess amount of melanin, which gives skin its normal pigmentation.
WartsWarts are skin growths that develop due to a viral infection (human papillomavirus - HPV) in the top layer of the skin. These growths are non-cancerous, are usually skin colored, & feel rough to the touch. There are many types of warts including: common, which grow on the hands, fingers & around the nail areas; plantar, which usually grow on the bottoms of feet & can be painful; & flat, which tend to grow on the face, are smaller than other warts & tend to grow in large numbers of twenty to one hundred at a time.
Candela Gentle Yag Laser
Laser Hair Removal in OrlandoA directed laser pulse is applied to the skin, removing the hair from deep down. Though you might experience some heat & stinging on your skin, discomfort is usually minimal. We apply a cooling spray on your skin before treatment for protection. Depending on the area being treated & other factors, treatment may have to be done every month or every two months until the final desired result is reached. Before your treatment, we will consult w/ you on what to expect & how to care for treated skin after a session.
Leg Varicose Vein RemovalLeg veins can be unsightly & painful. They can make you self-conscious & appear older than your actual age. There are a few treatment options that are reasonably painless & provide results fairly quickly.
Laser Hair Removal
Leg Varicose Vein Removal
Filters and Injectibles
JuvedermJuvéderm filler injection is one of the most popular dermal filling agents at the knight dermatology institute. It is a “next generation” injectable gel dermal filler made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring molecule in our bodies. Natural hyaluronic acid decreases w/ age, contributing to the formation of wrinkles & folds. Juvéderm filler injection works to correct this problem; replacing hyaluronic acid helps to hydrate the skin & add volume.
BotoxIf you're interested in Orlando botox treatment, you can trust the professional care at knight dermatology institute. since this treatment was first introduced over a decade ago, we have been providing it for patients w/ the skill & expertise that has produced optimum results. we love helping our patients look as young as they feel!
RestylaneDr. knight has been injecting restylane since its approval by the fda in 2003. restylane is the first revolutionary “next generation” injectable dermal filler made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring molecule in our bodies. restylane is the world's most used, most studied cosmetic dermal filler. it has been used in over 70 countries & in more than 1.4 million treatments in the u.s.
SculptraAt the knight dermatology institute we employ a variety of agents, often in combination, to help our patients achieve a more youthful appearance. One of these products is a volumizing agent called sculptra. Sculptra dermal filler is an injectable poly-l-lactic acid that is approved by the fda for correction of facial fat atrophy associated w/ certain diseases & medications. However, many cosmetic surgeons use sculptra dermal filler off label to help restore lost volume & facial contours to our aesthetic patients. Poly-l-lactic acid has a long safety record, & is commonly used in absorbable surgery sutures & surgical implants.
Other Services
Chemical PeelsChemical peels work by using a chemical solution applied directly to the skin to promote peeling. The new skin that is revealed is smoother, less wrinkled, & more even in tone & color. These peels can be used w/ other cosmetic dermatological procedures & are often used to pre-treat areas prior to other treatments. Patients w/ a variety of skin conditions can benefit from chemical peels. Patients w/ fine lines & wrinkles, especially around the nose & mouth, notice significant improvement after peels. Skin discolorations from sunspots, freckles, liver spots, age spots, uneven tone & blotchiness also diminish after treatment. In addition to improving skin tone & wrinkles, mild scarring (such as acne scarring) can be improved w/ peels.
Acne Scar Treatment & SurgeryAt the knight dermatology institute, we are frequently asked if anything can be done for old acne scars. This condition, a result of previous nodular/cystic acne, is emotionally taxing for many patients. Fortunately, we do have several weapons in the fight against this disfiguring condition. Modern acne scar treatment options include laser treatments, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, & surgical treatments such as subcision, punch grafting, cross therapy, & formal excision. Available acne scar treatments: lumenis fx fractional co2 laser treatment, candela vbeam laser treatment, aminolevulinic acid & laser treatment, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, obagi clenziderm M.D
Scar RevisionScar revision is a surgical procedure that is used to reduce the appearance of many types of scars. This surgical treatment helps to restore skin function in addition to correcting the skin’s appearance. Available scar revision & scar removal treatments include: laser scar revision surgery, surgical scar revision.
Benign Lesion RemovalA benign cutaneous lesion is any non-cancerous growth on the skin. Commonly treated lesions include cosmetically bothersome moles, warts, seborrheic keratoses, skin tags, & many others. We employ several techniques to remove these bothersome benign lesions; most of these methods are relatively painless & require little recovery time. Available lesion treatments include: traditional surgery, laser treatments, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, curettage.
Aminolevulinic Acid & Laser TreatmentAminolevulinic acid (ala) is used in combination w/ photo dynamic therapy (pdt) to treat actinic keratoses (pre-cancers) & skin cancer. At the knight dermatology institute, we also use ala to compliment laser surgery, especially in combination w/ the candela vbeam 595nm pulse dye laser. Based on the most recent surgical literature, ala can be combined w/ the candela vbeam pulse dye laser to treat a myriad of benign lesions including sebaceous hyperplasia (yellow bumps on the face), warts, acne, scars, stretch marks & rosacea. Additionally, aminolevulinic acid treatments can be used to create cosmetically elegant photo facials to rejuvenate the skin. Aminolevulinic acid & laser treatment is used to treat: skin cancer, acne scars, benign lesions(warts, facial bumps), scars & stretchmarks, rosacea
Photo FacialsPhoto facials use a series of intense pulsed light (ipl) or pulse dye laser (pdl) treatments, either w/ or without aminolevulinic acid (ala). The light is absorbed by various structures in the skin responsible for unwanted blemishes. More even tone & smoother skin are seen w/ just a few treatments. The procedure is quick, tolerable & causes no long-term damage to the skin. Available laser treatments are used to treat: rosacea & facial veins, fine lines, age spots, lentigos & sun damage, freckles, mild scarring, dark under eye circles, large pores.
MicrodermabrasionMicrodermabrasion is an effective, gentle way to exfoliate the outermost layers of the skin to help reveal softer, smoother, more vibrant skin. Fine lines, crow’s feet, age spots, large pore size, stretch marks, acne & acne scarring have all shown improvement after treatment.
Products
Obagi
Obagi Nu-DermAs skin ages, many issues begin to become evident: first the fine lines, then the deeper wrinkles. Uneven skin tone, freckles & age spots begin to pop up, & loss of hydration & elasticity leave skin looking dull & tired. Obagi nu-derm treats: uneven skin tone, fine lines & deeper wrinkles & dull, tire looking skin
Obagi-C RxIt is never too early to protect & improve the quality of your skin. Even young, youthful, luminous skin can begin to show early signs of environmental damage. Obagi-c rx is a patented system that corrects even the earliest signs of skin damage, restoring & maintaining healthy, beautiful skin.
Obagi Clenziderm M.D.Anyone that suffers from acne knows how difficult it can be to obtain truly clear skin. While many acne treatments contain the same active ingredient, benzoyl peroxide, only the clenziderm M.D. Skin care system contains a special form of this medication.
Obagi ElastidermThere are numerous eye & décolletage products on the market today. Chances are you may have tried several of them w/ little or no measurable results.