CoolSculpting Rockville CoolSculpting is a revolutionary body-contouring treatment that has become increasingly popular in recent years. This non-surgical and FDA-cleared procedure, performed by the medical professionals at The West Institute, provides people with a new way to fight fat. With a series of treatments, CoolSculpting can help people lose inches off their abdomen, inner/outer thighs,… Read More
TECHNOLOGY THAT COMBATS “TECH NECK” According to Style Caster, the term “tech neck” has been trending a lot as of late. According to dermatologists, tech neck is the result of constantly bending our necks to look at our phone screens, tablets and computers. That repeated action leads to sagging skin, dropping jowls and creases above your… Read More
I can tell when people have filler and I’m afraid to do it because I don’t want to look like that. Sound familiar? Here the absolute best way to make sure that you get what Jennifer Aniston is getting. Really… When you’ve seen this beautiful woman–America’s sweetheart, who perennially looks like the girl next door–it’s… Read More
Purchase a Fraxel package in October and receive an Alastin Skincare post-procedure kit for free ($300 value)! October 19th: Join Us for Our Fall Skin Rejuvenation Lunch & Learn Event! LUNCH & LEARN EVENT On Wednesday, October 19th from 12:00 to 1:00 pm, Dr. Tina West will host a Lunch & Learn event about the newest Fraxel… Read More
Top 5 Skincare Tips for a Smooth Transition From Summer to Fall 1. Wear Sunscreen Contrary to popular belief, sunscreen is not for summer only! While this may come as a surprise, don’t go by the SPF number. Instead, look for ZINC toward the top of the ingredients. There are so many choices, you’re bound… Read More
JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC Approved By U.S. FDA For Use In Lips And Perioral Rhytids JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC found to increase lip fullness and soften the appearance of lines around the mouth through one year. JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC will be available to patients in October 2016. For more information about JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC and the JUVÉDERM®… Read More
Dr. Tina West, Board-Certified Dermatologist, discusses replacing volume in male patients. Dr. West sees patients at her office in Chevy Chase, MD. Call 301-986-9378 today to schedule an appointment. About Dr. West Dr. Tina B. West, founder of the West Institute, has served as a consultant and injectable trainer for Allergan and Galderma, training other… Read More
Cellulite isn’t a fat problem; it’s a structural problem below the skin, and that’s not your fault! So why do so many cellulite treatments focus on treating fat from above the skin? Only Cellulaze attacks the brittle structural bonds beneath the skin that are the real cause of cellulite’s dimpled appearance. And Cellulaze increases your… Read More
Infini RF delivers amazing results without the downtime of laser resurfacing, which is something that Dr. Tina West, founder of The West Institute in Chevy Chase, MD says has been sought after for years. The high intensity focused RF Microneedling offers a unique technology which enables a multi-layered approach for customized treatments, regardless of skin… Read More
11 Facts of Fat Freezing: CoolSculpting vs. Sculpsure The first question people ask when considering body contouring is, ‘how does CoolSculpting really work?’ While freezing fat may sound strange, it is clinically tested and has a long history. SculpSure, which melts fat, is another body contouring option for people who are looking to eliminate stubborn… Read More
