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34 NORTH BAY WOMAN | S P R I N G 2 0 1 5 lifts laterally from the tail of the brow rather than the middle, giving the patient a more natural and refreshed look rather than taut and surprised. If the forehead needs attention, D'Amore uses Botox. He says, "The main goal is to avoid an operated-on look." Aside from fillers and surgical interventions, Vistnes recommends treating the skin with focused ultrasound technology, such as ultherapy, to stimulate collagen production and make skin thicker. He explains, "ultherapy uses high-frequency sound waves to pinpoint to a specific depth without damage to the skin which means no downtime." for more natural looking and longer lasting results, Vistnes suggests starting sooner rather than later and have minor cosmetic procedures in your 30s and 40s every couple of years. In your 50s, consider surgery to extend the life of the procedures and prolong your results. With many surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures available today, it's possible to achieve a more youthful, rested and refreshed look without looking like you've had anything done. It'll be a secret that's easy to keep! n "We are no longer simply treating the aging face with tightening," he explains. "Non-surgical solutions are exploding!" –Dr. Dean Vistnes, MD "It's really not gravity that makes us look older," Dr. D'Amore says, "it's loss of fat in our faces." –Dr. Tancredi D'Amore, MD, fACS Laser Center of Marin Medical Group, Inc. 770 Tamalpais Drive • Suite 301 • Corte Madera Town Center www.marinlaser.com • 415.945.9314 eliminate stubborn fat without surgery or downtime & feel great from every angle. Serving Marin for over 11 years Infertility Treatment for Women and Men by David Shevick, L.Ac. Increase sperm and egg counts Hormone balancing Promote follicle production Enhance uterine blood flow Enhance men's sexual health 45 San Clemente Dr, Ste D130 Corte Madera • 415.963.4453 Evenings and weekend appts available

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