by Chester Tam | Aug 19, 2021 | Medical Aesthetics, Obesity Medicine, Pharmacology, Research
Diana Bone MSN, FNP-C There’s been a lot of buzz lately about Wegovy® (semaglutide) and Plenity® (Gelesis-100). Both medications are used to help with weight loss. But how are they the same and how are they different? What is Wegovy? Recently, the FDA approved a new...
by Chester Tam | Mar 10, 2021 | Lifestyle, Medical Aesthetics
A weight loss journal is one of the most effective ways to keep yourself accountable. A journal can be anything, from a phone app to a little notebook. But for some, writing in a journal for private reflection doesn’t sound all that fun. Blogging is a great...
by Chester Tam | Jun 27, 2019 | Lifestyle, Medical Aesthetics
Once a taboo subject, cosmetic procedures such as Botox have quickly gained popularity among men and women eager to recapture the look of youth. Despite its popularity, there is still a lot of misunderstanding surrounding Botox and what it can do. If you are...
by Chester Tam | Jun 21, 2019 | Getting Active, Lifestyle, Medical Aesthetics
It doesn’t matter if you’re seventeen or seventy, almost everybody wants healthier looking skin. The skin care industry is big business, with new products emerging every month. Many times though, the answer to healthier looking skin is not in the newest product, but...
by Chester Tam | May 9, 2019 | Lifestyle, Medical Aesthetics
Even though you’re no longer a teenager, you’ve still got plenty of life left in you. Why, then, does your skin bear the guise of someone far older than you? You wear moisturizer, keep your face clean, and use various beauty treatments, so what gives? Despite your...
by Chester Tam | May 9, 2019 | Medical Aesthetics
Chemical peels are a great step to add to your anti-aging skincare routine. They reduce skin spots, minor flaws and improve skin tone. Regular chemical peels encourage collagen production. Collagen is responsible for firmer, more youthful skin. How a Chemical Peel...
