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The skin is your body's largest organ. It's also the most visible. And, as you may know, it consists of two layers. The uppermost layer, called the epidermis, serves to control the loss of water from cells and tissue. Without this protective barrier, the body would quickly dehydrate.
Just below the epidermis lies the second layer, the dermis. The dermis is primarily made up of a protein called "collegen." This protein forms a network of fibers that provides a framework for the growth of cells and blood vessels. Because it is the primary component of the dermis, collagen acts as the support structure for the skin.
So what causes lines? In young skin, the collagen framework is intact and the skin remains moisturized and elastic. It's resilient to the many facial expressions we adopt as well as everyday wear and tear. But over time, the support structure weakens and the skin begins to lose its tone as the collagen support wears down. Every time you smile, frown or squint, you put stress on the collagen in your skin. The effect of these facial expressions is cumulative and facial lines begin to appear.
Collagen replacement therapy replenishes the skin's natural collagen. The natural appearance of your skin may be enhanced as the contour of the support structure is restored. Almost a million people have been treated with collagen injections. It is a proven non-surgical treatment and you can obtain immediate results. You can have a collagen treatment over your lunch hour--it's that easy!
If you would like more information about what collagen replacement therapy could do for you, please give our office a call and we will arrange a consultation.
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Patricia A. Dickerson, MD
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1299 E. Alex-Bell Rd.
Centerville, Ohio 45458
937-436-1117
www.patriciadickersonmd.com
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