What is Medical Aesthetics?

Medical aesthetics includes, generally, medical treatments focused on improving your overall appearance. When you feel confident in how you look, you feel confident in so many aspects of life!

Only the most qualified providers perform consultations and treatments at La Bella Aesthetics. We are staffed by Physician Assistants and Licensed Medical Aestheticians.

Yes, with our convenient online booking and patient portal, you can manage your appointments online! Schedule, re-schedule, or cancel appointments and keep track of your medical and treatment history. You can access your consent forms and questionnaires, as well as post-care instructions and more.

No, your medical aesthetics treatments are not covered by health insurance. We work with you to develop a plan that fits your lifestyle and budget. (If applicable: Ask your provider about financing options or using HSA funds for certain procedures.)

No. In much the same way you wouldn’t tip after a teeth cleaning, it is not expected that you tip your medical aesthetics provider.

When you choose La Bella Medical Aesthetics, you don’t have to worry about looking “fake” after your treatments. We specialize in enhancing our patients’ natural beauty with subtle, effective results.

No, there is no set age for any type of aesthetic treatment. Your medical aesthetic expert will make sure you understand your best options for treatments based on your age and skin condition.

The best way to get started on your aesthetic journey is by contacting us to sit down for a one-on-one consultation. You’ll sit down with a medical aesthetic expert who will listen to your concerns and determine the best path forward to reach your goals.

Dermatologists and licensed medical aestheticians are both skincare professionals with specialized training in skin health. Medical aestheticians offer more treatments geared toward the appearance of the skin, while a dermatologist tends to treat medical skin conditions.

Yes, we can safely perform laser treatments on all skin tones and types. Our advanced knowledge and state-of-the-art Sciton laser devices allow us to tailor each procedure to each unique patient.

The difference between BBL and lasers is how they achieve results. Laser energy penetrates to a fixed depth and is generally considered more aggressive than BBL. Broadband light can penetrate to a variety of depths for the most customizable treatment.

Compared to laser hair removal, Forever Bare BBL is vastly more comfortable. BBL hair removal typically produces a warming, “prickly” sensation rather than pain. Laser hair removal, by contrast, feels like a hard rubber band snap deep in your skin.

The science behind Forever Bare and HERO is the same: the device uses broadband light to penetrate your outer layer of skin. Your provider customizes the light spectrum based on how deep it needs to penetrate. Hair follicles, for example, lay deep in your hypodermis (the innermost layer of your skin) and require your laser technician to adjust the device to a different part of the light spectrum than for BBL resurfacing treatments that target your dermis (the middle layer of your skin).

Compared to laser hair removal, Forever Bare BBL is vastly more comfortable. BBL hair removal typically produces a warming, “prickly” sensation rather than pain. Laser hair removal, by contrast, feels like a hard rubber band snap deep in your skin.

The science behind Forever Bare and HERO is the same: the device uses broadband light to penetrate your outer layer of skin. Your provider customizes the light spectrum based on how deep it needs to penetrate. Hair follicles, for example, lay deep in your hypodermis (the innermost layer of your skin) and require your laser technician to adjust the device to a different part of the light spectrum than for BBL resurfacing treatments that target your dermis (the middle layer of your skin).

Yes, Botox is different from filler. Botox is a neurotoxin that blocks certain nerve signals, stopping muscle contractions. Filler is injected beneath the skin to restore volume or add shape to balance the features.

Yes, PRP injections actually work! Everyone experiences results differently, but platelet-rich plasma is scientifically proven and has been efficacious for healing injuries and improving results with anything from surgical healing to microneedling collagen induction.

PRP is one of the safest aesthetic treatments you can put in or on your body—because it is your body! There are no risks of incompatibility since PRP is derived from blood we draw directly from you. Risks and complications from PRP, whether topical or injected, are extremely rare and can be further reduced by ensuring your PRP provider is highly trained and educated.

Yes, PRP does occur naturally during wound healing. The yellow ooze that comes out of a healing wound is naturally occurring PRP! When you opt for PRP from La Bella Medical Aesthetics, you get the benefit of applying that “liquid gold” in highly concentrated amounts where it will help you the most.

When you choose an experienced, highly trained provider like those at La Bella Medical Aesthetics, Botox will not make you look frozen. We target the small muscles responsible for creating wrinkles with product to produce effective yet natural results. This means you can still express exactly as you want without fear of wrinkling.

Botox often lasts between 3 to 4 months, though it varies from person to person. Factors such as muscle mass, metabolism, and injection site influence the longevity of your treatment. We’ll make sure you know what to expect from your Botox treatment.

Yes, men can and do get dermal fillers! At La Bella, we understand how intimidating it can be for men to embrace skincare and medical aesthetics and work hard to make sure our luxury experience is comfortable for men and women alike. Our male dermal filler patients in Farmington enjoy the very same benefits from the products as women!

FIller injections use very thin needles to enhance the comfort of the procedure. Additionally, your provider will apply a topical numbing cream prior to your injections. If you’re concerned about pain, just talk to your injector! Our number one goal is making sure you get the best possible experience.

How long fillers last varies from person to person and is influenced by things like muscle mass, metabolism, and injection site location. The specific filler formula also impacts longevity of results. Typically, you can expect your results to last anywhere from 6 to 18 months depending on the area being treated. Your provider will ensure you know what to expect from your specific fillers.

Yes, many of our patients get both fillers and Botox to achieve a full and natural improvement to lines, wrinkles, and lost volume.

Yes, Emsculpt NEO really works! While laying down and getting an intense ab workout may sound like science fiction, it’s very much science fact. Emsculpt NEO is proven to provide an average of a 30% reduction in fat and a 25% increase in muscle mass after 4 treatments.

How long your Emsculpt NEO results last depends on how well you maintain them on your own. The fat cells destroyed by the radiofrequency energy won’t come back, but if you gain weight your remaining fat cells will grow. The key to lasting results is keeping up with an active, healthy lifestyle.

No 2 people will have the same exact results from their Emsculpt NEO, but a lot of our patients do see results after just 1 treatment! Results don’t appear immediately, but just 1 treatment is enough to increase muscle definition for some people. Talk with your provider and they can give you an expert opinion on what to expect.