Friday, June 20, 2008

Micropigmentation at Ology Spa in Indianapolis- Muths and Facts II

Further answers to common misconceptions about permanent makeup:

Myth: Traditional tattoo guns penetrate deeper than micropigmentation machines resulting in more scar tissue.
Fact: The depth of penetration can be determined by the technician. Some machines have the ability to go deeper into the skin. Also if the pigment is implanted superficially then the tattoo may fade very quickly.

Myth: Permanent makeup can be applied to anyone.
Fact: Anyone under 18 must have parental consent. There are contraindications for tattooing including someone with a history of keloid scarring and any female that is pregnant.

Myth: Permanent makeup is not permanent and therefore the technician does not need a license.
Fact: Permanent makeup is definitely permanent. Some people will need touch ups and there may be extrinsic or intrinsic factors that cause pigment to fade faster, but it is still permanent. Sun exposure and rate of skin exfoliation can both cause tattoos to fade faster. The permanency mostly depends on the technician and how well it is placed.
Kimberly Dine
Dr. Barry Eppley
http://www.ologyspa.com
http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com
http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com

Micropigmentation at Ology Spa in Indianapolis - Myths and Facts

Like all procedures, there are many myths about permanent makeup (micropigmentation) that a potential patient should know. We will answer a few here.
Myth: Body tattooing and micropigmentation are not the same.
Fact: Micropigmentation is tattooing because pigment is injected into the skin using a needle just like a body tattoo. The permanent cosmetic (micropigmentation) industry agrees that no matter what it is called or what type of equipment is used, they are both the same.

Myth: It is important to go to someone who is certified in micropigmentation and not a tattoo artist.
Fact: Although it is good to look into reputable facilities, there is no true certification in either area of tattooing. Schools grant certificates after students take exams, but they have no meaning outside of the school. The industry itself does not certify or license tattoo artists or permanent makeup artists. Some states do license tattoo artists or permanent makeup artists in sterilization and sanitation. In general, an aesthetician trained in permanent makeup, working in a medical office under physician's supervision, is the most assured setting in which to get the procedure done in a professional manner.

Myth: A Dermagraphics pen is no the same as a tattoo gun.
Fact: All equipment works in the same basic way of implanting pigment into the epidermis with a needle or group of needles. Some are quieter and don't implant as deep, while others are cordless and digital. All machines good technique and experience to get the best results. The 'magic' is in the hands of the operator, not in the machine used. They are all tattooing devices.
Kimberly Dine
Dr. Barry Eppley
http://www.ologyspa.com
http://www.indianapolispermanentmakeup.com
http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com
Indianapolis

Mineral Makeup in Indianapolis

Mineral-based makeup has been the latest rage in facial cosmetics for several years now. What is it that makes it so popular...and so good for your skin? First and foremost, mineral makeup gives your skin a very finished look that actually looks like your own skin. It goes on and looks like no other form of makeup, creating nearly flawless skin. Because mineral makeup is also highly pigmented, it is only necessary to put it on in very fine sheer layers. Secondly, it does not clog pores and, because of its mineral base, it also has some ability to block the harmful rays of the sun.
Mineral makeup refers to the mineral powders that make up its base. As a general rule, real mineral makeups have very few ingredients of which the oxides or dioxides of titanium, zinc, iron should be its main ingredients. If you want to test the purity of your mineral makeup, put some in a glass of water and stir. A good mineral makeup will stay on top of the water and the underlying water will remain clear. Mineral makeups do not (or should not) have other oils, talcs, perfumes, dyes, or alcohol in them, all of which can cause sensitivity to the makeup and clog pores. Because of its mineral base, mineral makeups stay on the top of the skin rather than being absorbed, thus avoiding the introduction of toxic chemicals into your body and potential allergic reactions.
Because of its good coverage ability and lower risk of skin sensitivities, mineral makeups are ideal after care for skin treatments such as microdermabrasion, facials, and light chemical peels. I find them to be good also for use after plastic surgery procedures such as skin resurfacing and facelifts when the skin has had some time to heal, generally using them about one week after the procedures. Not only does mineral makeup provide good coverage over pink skin but it does have some anti-inflammatory properties so it is perfectly safe around fresh surgical incisions. The sun protection ability of mineral makeup is also a bonus around new surgery sites.
For these reasons, I endorse mineral makeup in my spas and plastic surgery practice. It is a great addition that is both healthy for skin and a valuable aid in the early after care of facial treatments and plastic surgery.
Dr. Barry Eppley
http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com
http://www.ologyspa.com
Indianapolis

Monday, June 16, 2008

Good Nutrition Can Help Fight Skin Wrinkling

Altering your diet through some better nutritional habits and supplementation may help keep your skin in the best shape possible. Everyone knows that more fruit, complex carbohydrates and certains fats are a sound approach to feeling better overall, but there are certain specific foods that have been linked to skin health as well. Here are ten foods that are believed to offer as good an advantage as any pill out of a bottle. (Source: MedicineNet.com).
1. Olive Oil – It is full of antioxidants but olive oil is a valuable source of healthy fats as well. Olive oil can also be used externally to keep skin smooth and soft. Top off a salad with olive oil and use it as your preferred oil of choice when cooking.
2. Blueberries – With a very high concentration of Vitamin C and antioxidants, blueberries have been called a super food. When buying, choose the berries with the darkest color, these are full of manganese and also have significant anti-inflammatory properties as well.
3. Salmon – An excellent source of lean protein and Omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is good for both your skin and your heart. Omega-3 fatty acids help to improve skin texture and may also be beneficial at reducing the problem of eczema and dry skin.
4. Green Tea – Known to be packed with phytochemicals and polyphenols, green tea helps eliminate toxins from the body and reduces the risk of infection. Green tea is also thought to slow down the development of wrinkles.
5. Garlic – Not often appreciated, garlic is a powerful antioxidant. It can be consumed daily for maximum benefits either raw or cooked, and is even found in several dietary supplements and skin care creams.
6. Broccoli – This cruciferous vegetable contains sulforaphane, a natural detoxifying agent that can also keep your skin in great shape. Fresh is best when it comes to this green vegetable, and broccoli sprouts in particular have even higher levels of phytochemicals than the stalks.
7. Prunes – Besides being full of fiber and promote a healthy digestive tract, prunes are very high in antioxidants. It is thought that they may keep skin healthy by reducing toxin buildup.
8. Cashews – In addition to containing healthy fats, cashews also have high levels of fiber, iron and magnesium. They’re a great snack for curbing cravings for salty foods, and may help keep the skin looking resilient and smooth.
9. Tomatoes – Cooked tomatos contain high levels of lycopene and antioxidants that can protect skin from aging and help maintain collagen levels.
10. Yams – Besides being low in calories and a healthy source of potassium and fiber, yams contain several vitamins A, C, and E that are essential for healthy skin.

Antioxidants and vitamins such as A and E should be an integral part of your anti-aging nutritional program which may also be useful in skin strengthening and wrinkle reduction/prevention.
Dr. Barry Eppley
http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com
http://www.ologyspa.com
Indianapolis

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine Seminar At Clarian North Medical Center

Start Living Better
OLOGY Spa and the plastic surgery practice of Dr. Barry Eplpey of Indianapolis is proud to announce the arrival of Dr. James Cook, Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine to our facility.
Are you ready to change the way you live – for the better? From hormonal management to nutrition, exercise and sleep issues, Anti-Aging Therapy focuses on a long-term medical program to help you be at your best, and live a healthier, more vibrant life.
Join Dr. Cook on Thursday, May 22 to begin your journey and learn more about this fascinating new area of medicine that is about feeling better now and for the future.

Clarian North Medical Center
116th & Meridian Streets
Carmel, Indiana 46032

Thursday, May 22, 2008 6pm – 8:30pm
Call for seminar registration 317-814-4100

Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine Seminar at Clarian North Medical Center

Start Living Better – OLOGY is proud to announce the arrival of Dr. James Cook, Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine to our practice!
Are you ready to change the way you live – for the better? From hormonal management to nutrition, exercise and sleep issues, Anti-Aging Therapy focuses on a long-term medical program to help you be at your best, and live a healthier, more vibrant life.
Join Dr. Cook on Thursday, May 22 to begin your journey and learn more about this fascinating new area:
Thursday, May 22, 20086pm – 8:30pm
Clarian North Medical Center
116th & Meridian Street
Carmel, Indiana 46032
Call 317-814-4100 for reserve seating

Dr. Barry Eppley
http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com
http://www.ologyspa.com

Monday, May 5, 2008

The State of the MedSpa Industry

I read an article today entitled 'The MedSpa Bust' and was not surprised to be reading it. The medspa industry has grown like mushrooms over the past five years, being touted as a field laced with gold and unlimited business success. Numerous medspa companies selling franchises as well as many individuals have open their doors on nearly every corner in the hopes of catching some of these gold flakes. But the reality of the past few years have been more sobering and it should surprise no one as to why.
Many medspa treatments are actually medical procedures using injections, lasers, and other device-related therapies. Their effectiveness and safety is dependent on good patient selection, sound and experienced technique, and proper patient education. Many medspa owners have no medical background, have never seen a patient, and even if they are physicians, are not trained in cosmetic surgery or medicine. Many of them know as much about the cosmetic medicine as I do about raising cattle. How could they have expected to thrive? Many now have not. I have seen four here in the Indianapolis area that have closed in the past year, all run by non-cosmetic physicians or non-physicians.
It was my belief four years ago when I open my medspas, and the surrounding business landscape now makes that ring true, that the long-term survival of many medspas will depend on their direct association with an established plastic surgeon or dermatologist who is in the biz, so to speak. It is very difficult to separate medical procedures into a pure beauty business and run it like a retail store.....without the expertise on-site to do so. Eventually, poor results or complications will put you out of business. If you get a bad haircut for $90, you are unhappy but life will go on. If you spend $4,000 for a non-surgical facelift and get no real results, you are more than just unhappy.
In the long-term, many medspas will close or merge into an established and well-qualified physician's practice. It takes a blend of medical expertise with the knowledge of retail marketing to make a medspa business work. It will not work as a turnkey operation set up by someone else.
Dr Barry Eppley
http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com
http://www.ologyspa.com
Clarian North Medical Center, Carmel, Indiana
Clarian West Medical Center, Avon, Indiana
Indianapolis

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Tooth Whitening at Ology Spa in Indianapolis

There are many reasons why teeth get stained. Foods, drinks, and time (age) are the biggest culprits but certain medications (such as antibiotics during teeth development) as well as dead teeth through trauma and root canals also contribute in certain patients. Many of these teeth discolorations are superficial and can be professionally whitened.
Teeth whitening has a long standing history of working through the chemicals hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide. These sister peroxidases turn into oxygen free radicals which penetrate into the enamel, breaking down any discolorations which are visible on the outside of the tooth. the structure of the tooth is not harmed to create the whiter appearance, it is just that the inside of the tooth is made lighter which appears whiter on the outside to the naked eye. The safety of these peroxides has been well established over decades of research and they do not harm the natural tooth structure, fillings, crowns, veneers or resins.
The longevity of tooth whitening is not permanent. Your diet and lifestyle habits such as smoking, coffee/tea drinking etc will eventually return some discoloration. How fast it may return again depends on your lifestyle habits. We expect most tooth whit7ening results to last more than one year. But home touch-up kits are available to help maintain the whitenness periodically.
Most teeth whitening systems may cause some temporary tooth sensitivity. Certain tooth whitening products contain agents that help decrease tooth sensitivity by inducing a loacl anesthetic effect on the tooth. This is necessary with very powerful systems with high concentrations of hydrogen peroxide. Our main system uses a cool blue light and a low (7%) hydrogen peroxide solution so that dental sensitivity is practically non-existant.
While tooth whitneing is very safe and effective, iot is also important that you have teeth that are in a good state of repair and gums that are in good health. Tooth whitening does not replace the need for regular professional dental care. Tooth whitening is like a new pair of clothes, it looks good but is not synonymous with a good body in excellent health.
Dr Barry Eppley
http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com
http://www.ologyspa.com
Clarian North Medical Center, Carmel, Indiana
Clarian West Medical Center, Avon, Indiana
Indianapolis

Sunday, April 13, 2008

Tooth Whitening comes to Ology Spa

Cosmetic teeth whitening is one of the most sought after beauty treatments today and OLOGY is happy to bring the latest in cosmetic tooth whitening technology to our aesthetic and spa guests.

Up to the present time, tooth whitening has only been available at your dentists office or through over-the-counter dental strips. Dental office treatment methods have been associated with either rapid increases in tooth whitening but with substantial tooth and gum sensitivity or take-home custom trays which were both messy and cumbersome to wear. Over –the-counter whitening strips, while effective, takes weeks to see any visible results and must be used for a long time to see substantial improvement in tooth color.

OLOGY brings a revolutionary approach to tooth whitening with a system that in one hour can increase the color of your teeth from 8 to 15 shades….and is not associated with teeth or gum sensitivity.! Using a special blend of hydrogen peroxide and silicone dioxide with cool blue light acceleration, the system oxidizes the pigmentation of your 16 front upper and lower teeth, restoring them to a beautiful white. All without heat, mouth sensitivity, or UV light exposure.

This whitening system is particularly effective for teeth stained by smoking or substances like coffee or tea. Such teeth discoloration shows the greatest improvement with our system. Teeth with tetracycline or other antibiotic stains, teeth speckled with fluoride, or teeth with hereditary discoloration will also show good improvement. Teeth with existing cavities or cracks should not undergo whitening. Also, teeth with existing crowns (caps) or veneers will not whiten as this tooth whitening process is only effective on natural, live teeth.
Dr Barry Eppley
http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com/
http://www.ologyspa.com/
Clarian North Medical Center, Carmel, Indiana
Clarian West Medical Center, Avon, Indiana
Indianapolis

Saturday, April 12, 2008

Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine at Ology

Beginning in May 2008, Ology will be offering Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine consults and treatments with Dr James Cook. Dr Cook is a board-certified neurologist with nearly 20 years of practice experience. He has practiced at Hendricks Regional Hospital in Danville and is one of the area's most recognized neurologic physicians. He recently completed an Anti-Aging Fellowship and completed taking his board-certification examination. He is the only physician in Indiana who is fully fellowship-trained in Anti-Aging Medicine.
Dr Cook brings an expertise and array of services that completes the Ology concept of providing comprehensive well-being care through an integrated spa, plastic surgery, and anti-aging approach. Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine is about the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of age-related conditions such as male and female menopause, need for weight loss, sleep disorders, and chronic fatigue through hormonal balancing and nutritional supplementation. Anti-Aging Medicine is a perfect complement to the full array of spa and plastic surgery services that Ology currently offers.
Dr Barry Eppley
http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com
http://www.ologyspa.com
Clarian North Medical Center, Carmel, Indiana
Clarian West Medical Center, Avon, Indiana
Indianapolis