Cutera Laser and Light Treatments for Skin Tightening, Improved Facial Tone and Texture, and Elimination of Sun Damage

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Dr. Birken offers Cutera, a leader in non-invasive facial and body treatments, for facial and skin rejuvenation.

“Having been a physician trainer for Cutera, I’m delighted to have a new unit that can provide facial and body improvements during one session,” Dr. Birken said.
It’s important to assess the patient’s concerns before recommendations.”

Titan is an infra-red technique that penetrates the deep dermal fascia for skin tightening – this can be done on the face, neck, and body.
Laser Genesis is Cutera‘s signature procedure that treats the upper dermal tissue, creating better skin tone, texture, and smoothness.
The most superficial treatment is the Limelight, a sophisticated intense pulse light with a broad range of wavelengths to remove both brown and red discolorations caused by sun damage.

“All treatments are done in one session,” Dr. Birken continue. “Some patients do 2-3 treatments about a month apart and then yearly for maintenance.
To watch a previously recorded video on these procedures given by Dr. Birken, go to https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=FawHTxnYfWg

For more information about Dr. Birken’s Cutera treatments, call 281-419-3231 and press option #1 or email at info@drbirken.com

New Diet Medication Combinations for Weight Loss at Birken Medical Aesthetics

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Dr. Randy Birken, and his two nurse practitioners, are trained in weight management medicine.

“There are many aspects to effective weight loss,” Dr. Birken said. “Obviously, proper diet and consistent exercise are key. But there are some patients who need more to boost metabolism.”

Dr. Birken has taken many hours of continuing medical education courses from The American Obesity Association, including lectures on the different types of available medications.

“It’s a fascinating science,” Dr. Birken continued. “The connection between the brain, stomach, pancreas, and fat cells is complex. So finding the right metabolic enhancer is an individual quest.”

In addition to the commercially available “diet pills,” there are compounded formulations that may be more effective. One capsule contains phentermine,a sympathomimetic, with naltrexone, an opioid antagonist in a sustained release formation. The other is phentermine, naltrexone, and metformin, a medication that lowers insulin and promotes fat loss. also in a sustained released capsule.

“These formulations promote weight loss as well as decrease cravings. Many patients experience more energy and feel more motivated with their diet and exercise as they see results.”

It is important to have baseline weight measurements that include body fat, muscle mass, BMI, and fat %. And it’s important to have regular followups to assess results as well.

For more information about Dr. Birken’s Weight Management program, call the office at 281-419-3231 and press option 1 or email at info@drbirken.com