Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a very serious genetic endocrine disorder that affects women and girls. It affects your hormones, metabolism, and reproductive organs. PCOS is the leading cause of female infertility as well as a precursor to many other serious medical conditions such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and endometrial cancer. The … Continue reading
As dermatologic medicine has advanced over the years, we have made significant advances in managing rosacea. We now have treatment options that allow many of those who suffer from a generalized red face, facial flushing, and other aggravating symptoms that come with rosacea to live a comfortable life. NOVA Plastic Surgery and Dermatology has multiple … Continue reading
Why do we want to protect our faces? Besides helping to delay the signs of aging, we also want to help prevent developing skin cancer! Seek Shade The sun’s harmful rays are not as powerful or damaging early in the morning or late in the evening. However, for the majority of the day, you need to … Continue reading
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. In addition to increasing your risk of cancer, sun exposure is the leading cause of aging skin. Thankfully, skin cancer is the most preventable cancer and photoaging can easily be slowed by following NOVA Plastic Surgery … Continue reading
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. This is appropriate because the weather is getting warmer and more people are spending more time outside in the sun. We want to ensure all of our readers are properly educated on signs, symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options for skin cancer. Skin cancer may be … Continue reading
This pandemic has been getting people into some good habits that we will hopefully continue even well after this has gotten under control. Besides the fact that touching your face can get you sick by bringing bacteria and viruses and dirt into your mouth or eyes, you are getting all that stuff into your skin … Continue reading
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) updated their statement on how to manage non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) during this COVID-19 pandemic on March 30, 2020. This is how NOVA Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Ashburn, Virginia will proceed with our patients with suspicious lesions unless further updates are made: Currently, the NCCN is recommending that … Continue reading
In order to help you and your family stay safe during this pandemic, you must practice good hand washing hygiene. In Loudoun County, we are doing our best to flatten the curve and take preventative measures. However, increased soap and handwashing, coupled with cold weather can wreak havoc on your skin! Do you have dry, … Continue reading
Do red itchy patches of skin appear on your body? Do they make you uncomfortable physically, as well as emotionally? You try hiding the condition from others, and you’re are at a loss as to how to make the occurrences stop.
Tags: Dermatologist, Dermatology, Eczema, Psoriasis, Psoriasis vs. Eczema, Skin
What Makes Our Online Store Unique? – Our online store is an extension of our practice at NOVA Plastic Surgery and Dermatology – Our product bundles are designed by our experienced medical providers to give you the best results – You can book a virtual complimentary consultation with one of our medical providers to tailor … Continue reading
Your skin gets exposed to a lot every day. There’s so much in the air: dirt, pollution, free radicals. It can really do a number on your skin, drying it out, causing fine lines and even acne which can lead to scarring. Then there’s the aging process which can lead to sagging skin, discolorations, and … Continue reading
Tags: Facial Rejuvenation, Laser Treatment, microneedling, NanoLaser Peel, Skin Texture
Usually when you read about or hear something in the news that involves cosmetic surgery it is either extraordinarily good or extraordinarily bad. Yet millions of people undergo procedures every year. They are the average Joes, the girls next door, they aren’t rich or famous. And that is where the truth about cosmetic surgery lies … Continue reading
Tags: Cosmetic surgery, Cosmetic Surgery in Northern Virginia, Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery Myths, Plastic Surgery Secrets
You’re considering Cosmetic Surgery in Northern Virginia, but as someone newly thinking about plastics procedures, you’re concerned that you don’t know what you don’t know. It’s normal to be skeptical and hesitant regarding a major life decision like enhancing your appearance. What you decide may alter your confidence, self-esteem, and overall happiness for some time.
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So you’ve scheduled an appointment at Nova Plastic Surgery and MedSpas in Washington D.C. We know you have an experience to look forward to, not to mention beautiful results. Knowing what to expect can help you make the most of your MedSpa treatments, so we’ve outlined what your visit may entail below.
We all age. It is an inescapable, inevitable reality of life. But just because aging is normal it doesn’t mean that you have to deal with the effects that time may have on your face and looks. We offer several treatments at MedSpa that combat the effects of aging so that you not only look … Continue reading
Tags: Anti-Aging, Anti-Aging Treatments, Antiaging, Blepharoplasty, BOTOX®, Dermal filler, Medspa, microneedling, Treatments
When you go out to face the world you want to look your best – and when you look your best you just feel better. Sometimes thing can happen that can make you feel less than attractive. Perhaps it’s the effect of aging or maybe you inherited some less than desirable traits from your parents … Continue reading
If you’ve been on the fence about IV vitamin therapy in Northern Virginia, waiver no more – this treatment is a staff and patient favorite for nearly every form of “under the weather” from hungover to exhausted to sick and everything in between. Here’s the skinny on the benefits of this customized, minimally invasive super-therapy. … Continue reading
Laser hair removal is one of the top five most sought after minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures. Through a series of treatments, we can remove unwanted hair while improving the feel and appearance of your skin. Here’s what you need to know about Laser Hair Removal in Northern Virginia. How Does Laser Hair Removal Work? During a … Continue reading
Tags: Hair Removal, Laser, Laser Hair Removal, Leg Hair, Unwanted Hair
This season, we’re focused on helping our clients meet all of their new year goals – including better skin. Here are the top 10 things to incorporate into your skincare routine in 2020 for brighter, clearer, healthier skin.
Coolsculpting®, tummy tucks, and liposuction–they’re each considered safe ways to improve your appearance, but which procedure is right for you? Here are the key differences between Lipo, Coolsculpting, and Tummy Tucks in Northern Virginia you need to know to help you consider this decision.
