http://www.kwanmd.com/wordpress Everything you've wanted to know about skin but were afraid to ask... Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:25:17 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Dysport is a new alternative to Botox that has been shown to be extremely effective in smoothing frown lines and forehead wrinkles. It contains the same botulinum derived protein as Botox, that reduces wrinkles by relaxing muscles. Compared to Botox, the cost is lower – and for many people the results ... http://www.kwanmd.com/wordpress/?p=36 Open House - Announcing the new Dysport Halloween Theme, Costumes Welcome Date: October 29, 2009 Time: 4pm – 7pm Sponsored by Obagi and Medicis Food and drinks provided There will be discounts on Obagi products purchased that evening and discounts for Restylane, Perlane, and Dysport when you book your appointments that evening as well. Guests must ... http://www.kwanmd.com/wordpress/?p=34 Please come and join us out our office at 360 Post Street, Suite 1005 on February 5th from 3-6pm for our Valentine's Day Open House.  We will be launching several new products and procedures including Latisse, the new Allergan product which is the first FDA approved medication to grow longer, ... http://www.kwanmd.com/wordpress/?p=32 Please watch for Dr. Kwan on Comcast Newsmakers during the month of January.  The program is a 5 minute public affairs segment which is running on Comcast CNN Headline News at :24 and :54 every hour (except 4-11pm weekdays).  Dr. Kwan is speaking on the importance of patients to carefully ... http://www.kwanmd.com/wordpress/?p=31 Decorative tattoos have a history dating back at least 5000 years. The desire to remove them has probably existed for just as long. Early attempts to remove tattoos have had less than desirable results. The use of dermabrasion, saltabrasion and Argon or CO2 lasers have left behind scars in place ... http://www.kwanmd.com/wordpress/?p=30 Almost everyone has a birthmark. Generally, birthmarks are small, and often located in inconspicuous areas covered by clothing. However, some birthmarks are clearly disfiguring, especially those that appear on the face and neck. These birthmarks can be a source of great psychological and social pain. There are two basic types of ... http://www.kwanmd.com/wordpress/?p=27 Please come and attend our Halloween Open House this Thursday the 23rd of October.  It will run from 3:30 til 6:00 pm.  We will be here to answer questions about all the cosmetic procedures that we perform in the office.  Representatives from several companies like Obagi, Medicis and Cynosure will ... http://www.kwanmd.com/wordpress/?p=26 Laser Skin Rejuvenation For Wrinkles & Acne Scars Laser skin rejuvenation is one of the latest and most exciting cosmetic procedures available. This treatment is perfect for those looking for a safe, quick procedure to rejuvenate and revitalize the skin. Laser skin rejuvenation has become the procedure of choice among top ... http://www.kwanmd.com/wordpress/?p=23 Botox is non-surgical and can dramatically smooth and reduce wrinkles in minutes. It is so quick that some people receive the treatment over their lunch hour and still have time to eat. Botox (a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacteria) has been used safely by doctors for many ... http://www.kwanmd.com/wordpress/?p=20 A proper daily skin care regimen can keep your skin appearing healthy, while protecting it from damaging elements such as pollution and ultraviolet radiation. Your skin care regimen should include: Daily Cleansing - both morning and evening to remove pollutants, excess oils and make up. Moisturizing - applying a moisturizer directly after ... http://www.kwanmd.com/wordpress/?p=18