Plastic Surgeon Daniel Ronel, M.D.

Non-Traditional Adjuncts To Surgery

In addition to the Pre-Surgical Program in Integrative Medicine, Dr. Ronel often uses other non-traditional techniques to improve wound healing, recovery time, and to minimize scarring.

Molecular Biology
A modern technique developed from recent advances in molecular biology is the application of platelet gel: in most invasive procedures, such as a face lift or tummy tuck, a blood sample is withdrawn from the patient before beginning the procedure, it is spun down in a centrifuge, and a highly concentrated extract of the patient's own wound-healing factors is prepared. These are sprayed back into the surgical site at the end of the case to improve wound healing and minimize bleeding and scarring.

Pain Control
In many cases, Dr. Ronel is able to insert tiny catheters connected to a small balloon pump through which an anesthetic slowly flows after the surgery. The pain pump works right at the spot of surgery, giving better pain relief than only taking narcotic medications. The small balloon can be worn around the waist or neck. Removing the catheters is painless.

Cosmetic Procedures

Preparation for surgery
After the initial consultation and selection of a surgery date, a separate pre-operative appointment will be scheduled. During this visit there will be provided extensive verbal and written information regarding pre-operative preparation and post-operative care. For patients coming from out of the local area, recuperation in a hotel and spa approved by Dr. Ronel can be arranged. Private nursing care from our staff can be arranged as well.

Follow-up after surgery
The surgical fee includes as many post-operative visits as necessary to provide complete medical care. The number of visits and the interval between visits is individualized. Post-operative visits are scheduled to accommodate travel plans for patients from out of town.

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Surgery Preparation and Follow-up

Preparation for surgery
After the initial consultation and selection of a surgery date, a separate pre-operative appointment will be scheduled. During this visit there will be provided extensive verbal and written information regarding pre-operative preparation and post-operative care. For patients coming from out of the local area, recuperation in a hotel and spa approved by Dr. Ronel can be arranged. Private nursing care from our staff can be arranged as well.

Follow-up after surgery
The surgical fee includes as many post-operative visits as necessary to provide complete medical care. The number of visits and the interval between visits is individualized. Post-operative visits are scheduled to accommodate travel plans for patients from out of town.

Before & After Photos

There are many web sites available that show pre- and post-operative photos. Because every person's anatomy and process of healing is different, viewing such photographs is only helpful for illustrating changes that can be expected, rather than for predicting a final outcome. here to view a photo gallery of procedures.

Laser Procedures

A Cutera Xeo provides state-of-the-art therapy for pulsed light hair removal and the treatment of skin redness, brown spots, spider veins, wrinkles, large pores, poor skin texture, rosacea and acne scars. Most treatments do not require topical anesthetic.

ALL LASER packages include medical grade skin care products at half price.

The Aesthetic Laser Team is headed by Marian Urban of the Sterling Institute. Marian is one of the leading aestheticians in the Southwest, and was instrumental in the development of the specialty in New Mexico. She organized the licensing and credentialing of aestheticians in the state, and trained many of those currently in practice. Marian is the founder and director of The Sterling Institute, which over the past 20 years has developed an international reputation for medical skin care. She is the founder and director of The Medical Spa Professional Alliance, a consortium of aestheticians and physicians. Marian teaches an annual advanced skin care course to aestheticians in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, and Spain.

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CoolGlide

Vein Therapy For The Face
For Women & Men of All Skin Tones and Types

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Now men and women alike are making unsightly facial veins a thing of the past, thanks to the Cutera CoolGlide. No more painful injections! With the most advanced technology, a unique design, and a longer wavelength, the Cutera CoolGlide can safely and effectively treat both tiny superficial face veins on men and women of all skin tones.

The Cutera CoolGlide difference
The Cutera CoolGlide combines the ideal laser wavelength with the most flexible parameters to deliver a superior vascular laser system. It treats a broad range of vessels from tiny spider veins to deep blue reticular veins quickly, safely, and effectively. Patients with dark, light or tanned skin can experience outstanding results with minimal bruising or blistering.

How does CoolGlide Vein Therapy work?
The Cutera CoolGlide systems deliver pulses of light energy which cause the blood within the vein to coagulate, eventually destroying the vessel which is later reabsorbed by your body. Blood flow will then be redirected to veins deeper below your skin's surface, where it should be.

How many treatments will I need?
Often, patients find that one or two treatments are sufficient. However, the number of treatments necessary depends on the number, color, and size of the vessels being treated. Since individual results vary, ask your medical professional about your specific condition.

Do the treatments hurt?
Most patients experience a stinging sensation as the pulses of energy are delivered through the handpiece. Although no local anesthesia or pain medication is typically required, many patients opt to use a topical anesthetic prior to treatment. Following the treatment, the pain is minimal to nonexistent.

What are the possible side effects?
Although many patients report few if any side effects, those most commonly noticed are slight reddening and local swelling of the skin. These effects typically last for less than 24 hours. Some patients may experience bruising and, in rare instances, blistering may occur. Consult with your medical professional for complete information on the benefits and risks of treatment.

When will I see results?
Most patients find that the majority of the treated veins have shown significant improvement within two to six weeks of treatment. However, your final results may not be apparent for several months. Over time, it is possible for new veins to appear, but these too can be removed with the Cutera CoolGlide.

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Laser Genesis Skin Therapy

Treatment of Wrinkles and Redness, Management of Large Pores and Skin Texture

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Laser Genesis skin therapy is an innovative, technologically advanced way to promote vibrant and healthy looking skin in men and women. Now you can have a youthful appearance by treating those conditions that are typically associated with premature signs of aging and sun damage, such as excessive redness, large pores, uneven texture, and fine-line wrinkles. The Laser Genesis procedure has been scientifically proven to produce new collagen.

The Laser Genesis difference
The Laser Genesis procedure utilizes non-invasive laser technology to safely, discretely and effectively treat fine-line wrinkles, diffuse and excessive redness and help manage large pores, uneven skin texture, and scars. You can expect to see subtle yet consistent results after each treatment, without unwanted side effects such as bruising or excessive skin irritation. Treatments can be performed in a relaxed, comfortable manner without the use of topical anesthetics or gel.

How does Laser Genesis work?
By gently heating the upper dermis well below your skin's surface, Laser Genesis stimulates collagen regrowth. Additional heat is generated in dilated capillaries to reduce redness.

How many treatments will I need?
The treatment results are often subtle. On average, you may require four to six treatments in order to achieve optimal results. Every patient's condition and needs vary. For more information about your expected results or the number of treatments necessary, consult your healthcare professional.

What are the possible side effects?
Although most patients report few if any side effects, the most common is a slight redness that disappears within a few hours of treatment. Consult your healthcare professional for complete information about the benefits and risks of treatment.

What kind of textural improvements can you expect with Laser Genesis skin therapy?
Over the course of four to five treatments, Laser Genesis can help restore the skin's youthful glow and appearance by smoothing out uneven texture caused by aging, sun damage or scars. You will see a more even, healthy complexion as large pores are reduced in size, and minor imperfections are diminished. The individual treatment results are subtle, but the overall effect of multiple treatments can be quite dramatic.

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LimeLight PhotoFacial

LimeLight Facial^TM
Treatment of Skin Redness, Tiny Veins, Brown Spots and Sun Damage

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What is the LimeLight Facial?
The LimeLight Facial is a new, non-invasive approach to skin rejuvenation using Cutera's LimeLight. The procedure offers the advantage of improving skin tone and surface imperfections associated with aging and photodamage.

What areas can be treated?
The LimeLight Facial is ideal for any part of your face, neck and décolleté with skin redness, telangiectasia (tiny veins) or brown spots. Light (low contrast) brown spots, which were previously difficult to resolve, respond very well to treatment.

What does the treatment do?
By selecting Program A, B or C, your practitioner can customize your LimeLight Facial to your skin type and selectively treat the brown and/or red pigmented areas on your skin. It's the heating of the pigmented brown or red cells that causes the therapeutic effect.

What do treatments feel like?
When the pulse of light is delivered, patients will experience a mild pinching or stinging sensation. Gel is recommended to cool the skin before vascular treatments. Anesthesia or pain medicine is typically not required.

How long will the treatments take?
Treatment time depends on the area of the body being treated. However, most treatments should take less than one hour.

How many treatments will I need?
One to three treatments are usually sufficient to see results. Additional treatments may be recommended, especially for excessively sundamaged skin.

What happens after the treatment?
Immediately following treatment, brown spots will start to darken and your skin may appear slightly red. The treated area may be mildly swollen. This typically lasts a few hours and possibly a day or longer. Make-up can be applied to cover the redness.

When will I see results?
Within one to three weeks, the darkened spots will flake off and fade. Diffuse redness or telangiectasia will decrease and your mottled complexion will improve.

Will the spots and redness reappear over time?
New brown spots, telangiectasia and diffuse redness may appear with new sun damage; however they too can be treated. Remember to always apply broad-spectrum sunscreen when outdoors to minimize sun damage and the appearance of new spots and diffuse redness. Rosacea is chronic and cannot be "cured" with any laser or light source, however its appearance can be improved.

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Photo Genesis

Treatment of Skin Redness, Brown Spots and Sun Damage

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Photo Genesis is an innovative way to quickly, safely and comfortably improve your skin's texture, tone and color on your face, chest, arms, and hands, without gel or topical anesthetics. Signs of sun damage and age spots will usually flake off after one or two treatments, leaving clearer, younger looking skin.

The Photo Genesis difference
Comfort. We have created a pulsed light system that is exceptionally effective for treating skin redness (rosacea), brown spots and sun damage at a very comfortable energy level. There is no need to apply topical anesthetic or gel beforehand, and you can realize remarkable results in just one or two treatments.

What does the treatment do?
The visible light delivered by the Photo Genesis procedure is selectively absorbed by the pigmented spots and red areas on your skin. It's the heating of the pigmented cells that causes the therapeutic effect.

What do treatments feel like?
When the handpiece is placed on your skin, it will feel cool and comfortable. When the pulse of light is delivered, you may feel a mild, brief pinching sensation.

How many treatments will I need?
Typically, one or two treatments are sufficient to see dramatic results. Additional treatments may be required for very large or dark spots, densely freckled areas, or excessively sun-damaged skin.

When will I see results?
Many patients see significant improvement within two to three weeks of treatment. Your complexion will be clearer and younger looking. However, your final result may not be apparent for a month or more.

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ProWave Hair Removal

Safe, Fast & Comfortable

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Now men and women alike are making unwanted facial and body hair a thing of the past - thanks to the Cutera ProWave 770^TM hair removal system. No more painful waxing, electrolysis or razors! The ProWave delivers 21st century technology for treatment of this distressing problem. Cleared for permanent hair reduction, the ProWave can treat a wide range of skin types safely and effectively.

The ProWave Difference
The ProWave hair removal system delivers a specially tailored light source for permanent hair reduction. Cutera's newest hair removal innovation provides treatment for a wide range of skin types. An additional patient benefit is the ability of the handpiece to treat large areas such as women's legs and men's backs - quickly and safely.

What do ProWave treatments feel like?
When the pulse of light is delivered, some patients experience a mild pinching or stinging sensation. No local anesthesia or pain medication is typically required; however, some patients may prefer to use a topical anesthetic when sensitive areas are treated.

What are the possible side effects?
Although patients experience few side effects, those most commonly noticed are slight reddening and local swelling of the skin, similar to a sunburn. These effects typically last for several hours or less. In rare instances, blistering may occur. Consult with your medical professional for complete information on the benefits and risks of treatment.

How does ProWave compare with other hair removal methods?
Shaving, waxing, and depilatory creams are all temporary methods which must be repeated on a frequent basis. ProWave offers permanent hair reduction for lasting results.

How does ProWave compare with electrolysis?
Electrolysis is a tedious, invasive, and painful process that involves inserting a needle into each individual hair follicle and delivering an electrical charge to them one at a time. Electrolysis often requires years of treatments at regular intervals. By delivering light energy to hundreds of hair follicles at a time, ProWave effectively treats an area in just seconds that would take over an hour with electrolysis.

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Aesthetician Services

Marian Urban

The Doctor's Signature Facial was developed by Marian Urban of the Sterling Institute. Marian is one of the leading aestheticians in the Southwest, and was instrumental in the development of the specialty in New Mexico. She organized the licensing and credentialing of aestheticians in the state, and trained many of those currently in practice. Marian is the founder and director of The Sterling Institute, which over the past 20 years has developed an international reputation for medical skin care. She is the founder and director of The Medical Spa Professional Alliance, a consortium of aestheticians and physicians. Marian teaches an annual advanced skin care course to aestheticians in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, and Spain. Optional sessions after surgery are available by calling the Sterling Institute, which is a full-service medical spa: the number is 505-984-3223.