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    Unwanted Fat? CoolSculpt It Away

    Men and women often make lifestyle adjustments to improve their physique and look better in clothes. However, there are certain fat bulges or parts of the body that can be resistant to a healthy diet and regular exercise. Rather than get frustrated and remain unsatisfied with their appearance, many patients are electing to eliminate excess… Read More

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    Lip Fillers: What Are They Really Like?

    Thanks to social media, celebrity endorsement, and improved products and techniques, lip fillers have become one of the most popular aesthetic treatments. Many patients seek these injections for a subtle enhancement of their lips and don’t want to appear over-filled or artificial. To ease concerns and ensure natural and desirable results, individuals considering lip fillers… Read More

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    Reverse the Signs of Aging with Hand Injections

    Restylane Lyft for Hands When individuals think about combating the signs of aging, their focus is usually on wrinkles, volume loss, and discoloration on their face, eyes, and neck. However, men and women have become increasingly bothered by the appearance of their hands and believe that this part of the body is making them look… Read More

  4. Happy National Lipstick Day!

    Monday, July 30th LIP ENVY ™ by Dr. Tina West “Only your dermatologist knows for sure!” Happy National Lipstick Day! Lip Augmentation or Rejuvenation. $500/syringe ($670 Value) Call 301-986-9378 today to schedule your appointment!

  5. July & August 2018 Specials

    July/August 2018 Cosmetic Specials at The West Institute in Chevy Chase, Maryland

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    Best Cosmetic Treatments This Summer

    Summer is a time to enjoy days at the beach, pool, gardening, or other outdoor activities. While most individuals want to look and feel their best while basking in the sunshine, certain aesthetic treatments do not mix well with sun exposure. Fortunately, there are a number of ways that patients can rejuvenate their skin and… Read More

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    LED Technology Combats Acne, Wrinkles, Fine Lines & More!

    From actress Kate Beckinsale to former Disney star Olivia Holt, celebrities are promoting their use of LED technology to combat acne, wrinkles, fine lines, and reduce inflammation. While some are fans of the home-based masks, others are receiving in-office treatments with the LightStim Professional LED Bed. Before trying either LED option, here’s what you need… Read More

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    5 Reasons Why CoolSculpting is the Hottest Trend

    Get Slim Without the Pain By now you may have heard of the revolutionary new method of body contouring known as CoolSculpting–the fat freezing procedure that claims to come without pain or downtime. But what makes it so different than everything else? Here are five reasons why CoolSculpting is the hottest trend right now: It… Read More

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    Eryfotona Actinica

    Eryfotona Actinica helps to address existing actinic damage with DNA Repairsomes® that deliver encapsulated photolyase enyzmes. Eryfotona Actinica also helps to prevent additional actinic damage with 11% zinc oxide (50+ SPF, broad spectrum UVA/UVB). Discover Eryfotona Actinica Sun exposure causes progressive changes as skin lesions accumulate over the years: known as actinic damage. Eryfotona Actinica® helps… Read More

  10. June 2018 Specials

    June 2018 Cosmetic Specials at The West Institute in Chevy Chase, Maryland