Fat Augmentation/Fat Pad Restoration Using Fillers
How and why we loss the fat pad of the foot
We lose fat especially at the bottom of the foot as we age. The COLLAGEN and ELASTIN on the bottom of the feet wears down becoming thinner.
Wearing high heeled shoes, running, paying sports and genetics can all be a cause of the shift or wearing down of the fat pad.
How can the non-invasive fat filler injections help?
Radiesse is made from calcium hydroxyapatite and is the only one of the fat fillers that can be seen on x-ray. It is exceptional for volume loss. Can last up to a year or longer. It stimulates the body to produce collagen.
THE FILLER IS INJECTED BELOW YOUR SKIN. OUR TECHNIQUE ALLOWS US TO SEE EXACTLY WHERE THE FILLER IS BEING INJECTED.
Can anyone have these foot fat augmentation treatments?
Almost anyone with a healthy immune system can benefit from the treatments, but you should avoid it if you have an allergy to any of its ingredients. Be sure to talk to discuss your health history during your consultation.
Are there any side effects?
Most side effects of the dermal fillers are mild and short-lived and may include bruising, pain, redness, tenderness, swelling, or bleeding at the injection site. You may also have some noticeable lumps under your skin right after your injections. Apply a cold-wrapped, ice pack to the treated area for a few minutes if you experience discomfort shortly after your treatment. You can also massage your feet around the injection area for about five minutes per day for several days or so after your injections to help with any soreness.
Schedule a consultation to see if this would help you.
RADIESSE CONTRAINDICATIONS: Radiesse products are contraindicated in the following patients
1. Anyone with a hypersensitivity to Calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHa)
2. Anyone with a bleeding disorder
3. Anyone with a history of severe allergies or anaphylaxis
4. Pregnant
Limb Salvage
Not a topic for everyone, but one in which we are passionate and specialize. Amputation prevention and care is limb salvage.
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) leading to critical limb ischemia (CLI) and diabetic foot sores are main causes of amputations. Circulation changes in the foot and legs can lead to these problems.
Diabetics with no feeling in the feet develop ulcers or sores that can lead to amputations. Care of these feet starts and ends with protection of the feet and patient education.
Through our limb salvage program with identification, treatment and maintenance we keep you walking. Prevention of ulcers and limb loss is less expensive than treating the problem once it has occurred.
- Periodic examinations with special emphasis on circulation
- Custom foot and ankle accommodations
- Diabetic shoes
KeryFlex™ Restoration System Provides Cosmetic Solution for Toenail Fungus
For anyone with toenail fungus, “soccer toe,” or other toenail conditions, the KeryFlex™ Nail Restoration System finally gives you the chance to show off your toes.
Dr. Georgina Asante, who has received training on KeryFlex™ application, thinks the product will really change how people deal with toenail fungus. “The new toenail looks very natural. It’s hard to tell the new nail apart from the other nails,” states Dr. Asante.
Call us for an assessment appointment to see if KeryFlex™ Nail Restoration is right for you. KeryFlex™ is not covered by insurance.
ClearSense™
A laser treatment that helps with the temporary lightening of dark nails in patients with fungus type nails. Call us for an assessment appointment to see if you are a good candidate for the treatment.
ClearSense™ is not covered by insurance.
Dr. Asante’s
Steps to KEEP STEPPING
You brought two feet into this world. Dr. Asante wants to make sure you take two working feet out when you leave. There are simple steps that you can do to make sure your feet KEEP STEPPING.
STEP 1: Check Circulation. Circulation is a big factor to keeping your feet healthy. If circulation fails, everything else fails! What are the signs that your circulation could be impacting your feet’s health?
- Consistent Tingling or Muscle Cramps may be a symptom of poor circulation.
- Red, blue, white or purple discoloration is another sign.
- A wound that is slow to heal or does not heal is cause for concern.
- Cold or Numb Feet. This could be a product of reduced blood flow to your feet.
- Swollen feet, ankles or toes could point to poor circulation problems.
STEP 2: Check Toenails: Toenails are an indicator to the health of your feet.
- Keep Toenails trimmed. Long toenails can create higher risk of injury like tearing or ingrown toenails.
- Thickened Toenails. As we get older, toenails do grow slower and sometimes thicken. However, sometimes these changes can be attributed to underlying health issues, fungal infections and medication side effects.
STEP 3: Check Shoes. Seems so simple but it can help so much long term.
- Listen to your feet. They will tell you if the shoes are right for you. You should not be in discomfort or pain due to your shoes. Proper footwear staves off blisters, calluses, bunions and ingrown toenails
- As we age our ankles because weaker. Shoes can help stabilize your ankles to prevent injury.
- Shoes should protect and offer support to your feet.
- Make sure there is proper cushioning. Cushioning helps reduce impact force on feet, ankles and joints.
STEP 4: Cheap Medicine! Wash your feet; Dry your feet; Moisturize your feet. Not only does it help with the skin barrier that protects your feet but it also allows you to become more aware of changes or issues with your feet at they arise.
STEP 5: Annual visit to your Podiatrist
- Yes it takes a little time out of your day but as you age the needs of your feet increase. It is important to educate yourself on the changes in our body and what those changes mean for your feet. Your podiatrist can help you on that journey and make sure you keep the two feet you have intact and healthy. They carry you thru life, so you can carry yourself to the doctor once a year to make sure they help you KEEP STEPPING!