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BOTOX® Cosmetic is one of the most popular aesthetic treatments today. It is an effective and versatile alternative to plastic surgery, reliably helping many patients rejuvenate multiple areas of the face. See if BOTOX is right for you by reading the answers to some common questions: How Does BOTOX Work? Wrinkles and lines on the […]

I was recently asked: How long after a C-section can I have a tummy tuck? I have had 3 kids and my tummy feels ‘collapsed’… I have a massive gap between my muscles where everything seems to bulge out of. I don’t have a hernia, my doctor says it is just stretched muscles. Will a […]

One of the more popular trends in aesthetic treatment is microneedling. This relatively low tech procedure has big payouts in terms of wrinkle reduction and acne scar improvement. We expect this to become one of our most popular procedures especially in patients who are new to rejuvenating therapies targeted at collagen induction.  What is Microneedling? […]

As Canadians, we love to focus on the weather—and who can blame us? One day, there can be snow on the ground and the next, you’ll see people in shorts and t-shirts! Winter can be particularly challenging for our skin. With colder temperatures, indoor heat, cozy fireplaces, and soothing hot tubs, our skin can become […]

At Synergy, we take pride in providing our clients with the most current technology to meet their goals. That’s why we are so excited to have added the Halo Hybrid Fractional Laser to our treatment choices! Aesthetic lasers have been perfected over the years to optimize results and minimize “downtime.” Scientists have been working with […]

Mask-wearing has become a regular part of our lives, but this new practice comes with a downside. “Mask-ne” refers to the pimples and irritation caused by prolonged use of face masks. Unfortunately, it’s affecting people of every age and skin type. The constant rubbing of material against our faces causes mechanical irritation of the follicles […]

At Synergy Medical Aesthetics, one of our most asked about services is CoolSculpting for targeted fat reduction. Approved in 2008, Dr. Dieter Manstein and Dr. R. Rox Anderson developed this treatment based on a phenomenon that was discovered in the 1970s called Popsicle Panniculitis — a condition where the fatty tissue in a child’s mouth […]

We’ve all heard of the “Quarantine 15”!  With COVID-19 having changed Canadians’ lives significantly since March, we have all tried to adjust to the “new normal”. But, what coping mechanisms have we used? With many people working from home, lots of us have turned to comfort foods and perhaps a glass (or three) of wine […]

Discussion with Matt Mehrassa, RN The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is located on either side of your face where the jawbone meets the skull. It is involved in many movements we do on a daily basis such as chewing, swallowing, and talking. In many cases, when this joint is overused it can be the cause of […]

Woman’s smooth legs crossed after sclerotherapyYou may be embarrassed to expose your legs because of varicose and spider veins. Fortunately, there are a couple of leg vein treatments that may be options for you. To determine if you’re a good candidate, please call us at 250-591-1566 to book a consultation. What Causes Leg Veins? At […]

With autumn upon us, now is a great time to rejuvenate your skin. At Synergy Medical Aesthetics, we provide non-surgical options to soften the effects of the summer sun. Brown spots, age spots, rough texture and other imperfections can be addressed with Intense Pulsed Light Therapy and with our skin care services. To learn more, […]

CoolSculpting uses freezing temperatures to reduce fat cells in various parts of the physique. We have proudly incorporated CoolSculpting into the non-surgical services at our office. This technology reduces fat without surgery, sutures or scalpels, which is something many people have expressed interest in. Below, we outline 5 of the features of the treatment, but […]

Certain wrinkles on your face can be softened and smoothed with wrinkle relaxers known as “neuromodulators.” A neuromodulator can be chemical or electrical stimulus that alters how a nerve functions. In the case of wrinkle relaxers, neuromodulators treat wrinkles formed by repeated facial expressions. There are some leading brands you can choose from. Which One […]

Are you unhappy with stubborn fat that persists no matter how many sit-ups you do? CoolSculpting is a minimally invasive, effective way to reduce excess fat cells on your body. These days, minimally invasive procedures are more popular than ever before. They offer great results with little to no downtime, and most of them don’t […]

You may feel like it’s impossible to get rid of the fat under your chin. It wasn’t long ago that you would have been correct, but today’s cosmetic technologies and the physicians who use them make it quite possible to restore a nicely contoured chin, neck and jaw. When you visit us at our Nanaimo […]

Fillers enhance and rejuvenate the youthfulness of your face. Even small amounts of filler can make a big difference. The vast majority of our patients seek a natural outcome, not an artificial look, and fillers are very effective at achieving a naturally rejuvenated result. To learn more about our non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatments in Nanaimo, […]

Winter is the ideal time to treat spider veins.  At Synergy Medical Aesthetics, we assess the extent and size of your veins and customize treatment to either sclerotherapy injections, laser or a combination of both. Why treat veins during winter? Some patients experience bruising and pigmentation after treatment.  Off-season treatment time is best since you […]