Posted May 09, 2023 in Aesthetician Education, Filler, Injectables, MedSpa Treatments, Uncategorized
The following is an interview with our Nurse Injector, Emily, about one of our most popular injectable procedures: lip filler! Read on to find out more, or check out our informational page on filler, here! What is lip filler? Lip filler is a gel-like substance that, when injected into the lips, will add volume and […]
Read MorePosted April 26, 2023 in Skin Care Treatments, Skincare Products, Uncategorized
In recent years, the importance of a good skincare routine has seemingly taken the world by storm. With social-media’s current spotlight on skincare products, it’s becoming more and more common to purchase a new serum or moisturizer when it contains certain buzzwords: things like “vitamin C”, “niacinamide”, “peptides”, and “retinol”. These ingredients and many others […]
Read MorePosted April 16, 2023 in Board Certification, Eyelid Surgery, From the Desk of Dr. Stoeckel, Plastic Surgery Advice, Surgical Procedures
The following is a blog written by our Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Stoeckel! Read on to hear more about one of our popular procedures: Blepharoplasty. Why Do My Eyes Look So Tired? And What Can I Do About It? The eyes are a focal point of the face. If someone is looking at you, they […]
Read MorePosted March 22, 2023 in Aesthetician Education, MedSpa Treatments, Skin Care Treatments, Skincare Products
Here at the MedSpa at Wake Plastic Surgery, we offer several laser treatments to meet our patient’s various needs. Today, our blog focuses in on BBL, or Broad Band Light Laser, designed to target skin concerns such as hyperpigmentation and redness, as well as to help stimulate collagen production. Below, we asked our medical aesthetician […]
Read MorePosted March 09, 2023 in Aesthetician Education, MedSpa Treatments, Skin Care Treatments, Skincare Products, Uncategorized
In our last post, our blog featured an interview with one of our patients about their experience with the HALO laser treatment. This week, our CANS-certified nurse, Kristi, will be answering some more questions and going further in depth about HALO from a provider’s point of view! Read on to find out more about this […]
Read MorePosted February 23, 2023 in MedSpa Treatments, Skin Care Treatments, Uncategorized
Do you deal with dull, aging skin and hyperpigmentation? The HALO laser might be for you! HALO – a hybrid fractional laser – uses a combination of ablative and non-ablative wavelengths to treat both surface level and deeper skin concerns, such as melasma, sun-damage, and signs of aging. Below is an interview with our patient, […]
Read MorePosted February 13, 2023 in MedSpa Treatments, Skin Care Treatments, Uncategorized
Have you ever dealt with discomfort and stains on your favorite shirts due to excessive underarm sweating? Want to avoid the hassle of a deodorant that never lasts and leaves unsightly white marks on your clothes? miraDry is the only FDA-approved treatment for reducing excessive perspiration in the underarm area, also known as hyperhidrosis. It […]
Read MorePosted January 31, 2023 in Board Certification, From the Desk of Dr. Stoeckel, Plastic Surgery Advice, Surgical Procedures, Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
Curious about Tummy Tuck Recovery? The following are common questions asked by patients, written and answered by our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Stoeckel. So, you have decided to move forward with abdominoplasty surgery. And now you are starting to get nervous about what to expect after the surgery. There are so many blog sites and […]
Read MorePosted January 30, 2023 in Board Certification, Plastic Surgery Advice, Surgical Procedures, Uncategorized
Have you ever wanted to do something about that stubborn pocket of fat beneath your chin, but find losing weight hasn’t gotten you the desired effect? The submental area (under the chin) is nearly impossible to target with diet and exercise alone. Below is an interview with one of our patients who received liposuction to […]
Read MorePosted January 18, 2023 in BOTOX® Cosmetic, Filler, Injectables, MedSpa Treatments, Uncategorized
Here at the MedSpa at Wake Plastic Surgery, we are constantly searching for new techniques and services to bring to our patients. One of the most recent additions to our menu are Smooth PDO Threads – to learn more about this new treatment at our MedSpa, we asked our Nurse Injector Emily to answer some […]
Read More