Subtle changes to the nose can significantly improve facial balance and harmony. In the past, women and men had to undergo a surgical rhinoplasty, with incisions, anesthesia, and a lengthy recovery, to achieve these results. However, a nose job with dermal fillers now offers patients a non-surgical alternative that can be performed in as little as 15… Read More
What is the Difference between “HaloTM” Erbium Laser and “AcuPulseTM” Carbon Dioxide Laser*? *Hint: CO2 can go 10X deeper! Halo is touted by some dermatologists as “one device that does it all, for all patients,” but here at The West Institute we believe that having three different resurfacing lasers gives you more options for a… Read More
Check out this video from beauty YouTuber Saaammage who had CoolSculpting done at The West Institute. The CoolSculpting procedure is the world’s No.1 non-invasive fat-reduction procedure. Want to schedule an appointment to find out if CoolSculpting is the right body contouring procedure for you? Contact The West Institute. About Sam’s Video: Hey! I’m Sam and if… Read More
BEST OF BETHESDA VOTING–VOTE FOR THE WEST INSTITUTE You can vote for The West Institute in the Best of Bethesda poll under the “Dermatology” category. Best of Bethesda Readers’ Poll rules: Participants must provide responses in at least five categories Only one ballot per participant Responses where multiple participants provide the same block of answers… Read More
So Good You Won’t Need Makeup Believe it or not, the latest beauty trend is going makeup-less. If that sounds a bit intimidating, you’re not alone. But celebrities are inspiring women the United States and overseas to take selfies without makeup to show off that they can look naturally pretty. Interestingly enough, this has affected… Read More
Dr. Tina West Invited by Galderma to Become Restylane Refyne & Restylane Defyne Trainer Last month we announced the approval of two new dermal fillers by Galderma–Restylane Refyne and Restylane Defyne. These two incredible new products are meant to give a more natural-looking result than previously thought possible. Based on her experience, expertise and long history… Read More
The Top Cosmetic Procedures for 2017 Are you one of the many people who has a new-look goal for 2017? Most of us want to tweak, nip or tuck here and there, but how do we achieve the look we desire? Dr. Tina West, Board-Certified Dermatologist and founder of The West Institute, has put together her… Read More
EVER WISHED YOUR HANDS COULD LOOK YOUNGER?… PERFECT TIMING! RADIESSE® FOR HANDS Restore plumpness and elasticity Get rid of brown spots Get back that soft, smooth texture Schedule your appointment on January 18, 2017 to receive $500 off* our complete hand rejuvenation package: Radiesse® dermal filler – Adds back volume that lasts one year or… Read More
CoolSculpting Washington DC Are you a CoolSculpting Washington DC patient looking for a reputable medical location to start your body contouring treatments? As an accredited CoolSculpting Certified Practice, The West Institute proudly offers the CoolSculpting fat-freezing procedure, which is the only FDA-cleared, non-surgical fat-reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat that resists all… Read More
Restylane® Refyne & Restylane® Defyne Are Now Approved! Next-Generation Flexible Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Fillers Provide Natural-Looking Results Through XpresHAn Technology Restylane Chevy Chase Galderma, a global leader focused on medical solutions in skin health, recently announced that it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for two new products for the treatment of nasolabial folds (NLF)… Read More
