Procedures and Treatments

Aesthetic Skin Care

Proper skin care can slow the negative effects of aging and sun damage as well as maintain the improvement achieved after in office procedures. Dr. Kosarek offers several lines of skin care products that have been shown to offer significant improvement in the aging of skin. Click here to learn more.

BOTOX® Cosmetic

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a fast, simple and very effective way to reduce wrinkles that are dynamic expression lines caused by muscle action. It is particularly effective in eliminating or reducing crow's feet around the eyes, frown lines between the eyebrows (glabella), and forehead lines. The procedure takes only a few minutes with little discomfort. The effect lasts for many months.

BOTOX® is a registered trademark of Allergan, Inc.

Brown Spots

Discolored spots caused by the sun, age, or pregnancy can be evened out by glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or TCA peels, microdermabrasion or laser treatment. Depending on the type of spot or spots, Dr. Kosarek will choose an appropriate method of treatment. Typically multiple spots can be treated during one office visit and with very little discomfort.

Collagen, Fillers

To treat fine lines, wrinkles, and shallow scars. Dr. Kosarek uses Zyderm and Cosmoderm. To treat pronounced scars, lines, and furrows, as well as to define the lip border, Dr. Kosarek uses Zyplast and Cosmoplast. To gently and safely minimize the appearance of wrinkles, Dr. Kosarek also uses RESTYLANE, a crystal-clear gel containing hyaluronic acid that is injected into the skin in tiny amounts with a very fine needle. Results are instantaneous and long-lasting. Both collagen and hyaluronic acid are normal components of the skin that decrease with aging, creating wrinkles.

Glycolic Peel

Often referred to as a "lunchtime peel," a glycolic peel is a gentle exfoliating technique use to treat acne, blotchy pigment, fine lines, and photo damage. The peel smoothes rough, dry and sun-damaged skin, giving it a brighter appearance and fresher texture.

Hair Removal

LightSheer laser hair removal for men and women has the ability to permanently reduce hair growth and treat a wide range of skin colors and hair types. It requires a series of treatments and is a safe, easy and effective way to remove unwanted hair on virtually any body area permanently.

Leg Vein Treatment

Dr. Kosarek can now virtually erase spider veins using the VersaPulse laser. Through the use of very high-energy light, the laser targets a vein and "vaporizes" it safely, easily, and effectively. Multiple treatments are often necessary for the best results. Dr. Kosarek also treats spider and certain varicose veins with sclerotherapy. After examination of the veins, Dr. Kosarek will determine which method of treatment, laser or sclerotherapy, is most suitable for use.

Microdermabrasion

The appearance of fine lines, sun damage, dull and drab skin are dramatically reduced through microdermabrasion, a resurfacing procedure that uses a fine spray of crystals blown at the skin and vacuumed off. Results can be enhanced and maintained when used in conjunction with various chemical peels and specialized skincare products.

Tattoo Removal

Dr. Kosarek uses the VersaPulse laser to remove unwanted tattoos over a series of treatments. The VersaPulse laser selectively targets the pigment of the tattoo without damaging the surrounding skin, removing professional or amateur tattoos; multi-colored or monochromatic tattoos; and all types of ink.

Versa Pulse Laser

The Versa Pulse Laser provides successful laser removal of unwanted tattoos, pigmented lesions, and spider veins on the face or legs in a procedure that offers minimal pain or probability of scarring.

Smooth Beam Laser

The Smooth Beam laser combats the effects of aging and shallow acne scars by gently stimulating the production of collagen. It is also effective for treatment of acne by changing the function of the sebaceous glands that cause acne. Smooth Beam facial rejuvenation treatments also work wonders on crow's feet and can postpone more aggressive treatments or prolong the results of previous treatments. In December 2004, the Smooth Beam Diode Laser was approved by the FDA for the treatment of sebaceous hyperplasia, a common condition of the middle aged and elderly where small yellow bumps up to 3 mm in diameter form on the forehead or cheeks. Dr. Kosarek treats this condition easily and effectively with minimal recovery time with the Smooth beam laser.

Acne

Based on the severity and type of acne, Dr. Kosarek may recommend microdermabrasion, Smooth Beam laser treatments or a glycolic peel. All procedures result in an improved complexion and minimize acne. Dr. Kosarek may first, or in addition to treatments, prescribe medication and/or skin care products for preventative maintenance.

Facial Vein Treatments

Spider veins on the face caused by rosacea, sun damage and skin injury from allergies can be treated easily with the Versa Pulse laser. The procedure offers minimal pain or probability of scarring.

Dr. Kosarek also diagnoses and treats skin cancers as well as conditions affecting the hair and nails. Please contact Dr. Kosarek for further information.

Dr Cheryl Kosarek - 7300 Remcon Cir. - El Paso, TX 79912
915-225-0144 phone - 915-225-0128 fax