Nail Surgery is performed by Samantha Hatton Podiatrist at Cheshire Lasers.
Whats is Nail Surgery ?
Nail surgery is a permanent solution to ingrowing toenails and other painful nail conditions. It may also be referred to as partial or total nail avulsion and is carried out under a local anaesthetic.
What Does Nail Surgery Involve ?
At Cheshire Lasers Nail Surgery is carried out by Samantha Hatton she is a prescribing podiatrist and she uses Local anaesthetic for the procedure.
During a partial nail avulsion, the troublesome section of nail is removed and a chemical applied to the nail bed to prevent it from regrowing. In some cases it may be necessary to remove the whole nail plate.
The whole procedure may take around an hour and you will be advised to go home and rest with your feet up for the rest of the day.
How long will it take to recover after Nail Surgery?
The healing period can vary depending on the type of surgery carried out and is generally between 4 -10 weeks.
During this time the toe/s will need to be bathed daily in salt water and redressed with a dry dressing. Most people do not require any extra time off work or school however it is advisable to refrain from sporting or vigorous activity for a few weeks to allow effective healing.
Now Successful is Nail Surgery ?
This procedure was developed by podiatrists and is shown to be over 97% successful.
How Much is Nail Surgery ?
The price varies depending on the type of nail surgery carried out and the number of toes being operated on in one session.
The nail surgery price includes:
Nail surgery assessment
Nail Surgery procedure
Follow up dressing appointments
Dressing materials required for daily dressing changes
For an accurate price for nail surgery we recommend a podiatry assessment with Samantha first so she can advice you further.
Acupuncture is one of the longest established forms of healthcare in the world. Acupuncturists are trained to use subtle diagnostic techniques that have been developed and refined for thousands of years. The focus is on you as an individual, not your illness, and all symptoms are seen in relation to each other. Treatment involves the insertion of very fine needles into specific points on the body to affect the flow of your body’s qi, or vital energy.
Acupuncture “re-programs” and restores normal functions by stimulating certain points on the meridians to free up the Qi energy.
The ancient Chinese believed that there is a universal life energy called Chi or Qi present in every living creature. This energy is said to circulate throughout the body along specific pathways that are called meridians. As long as this energy flows freely throughout the meridians, health is maintained, but once the flow of energy is blocked, the system is disrupted and pain and illness occur. There can be many reasons for this; emotional and physical stress, poor nutrition, infection or injury are among the most common. By inserting ultra-fine sterile needles into specific acupuncture points, a traditional acupuncturist seeks to re-establish the free flow of qi to restore balance and trigger the body’s natural healing response.
Traditional Chinese medicine takes into account the “whole person” and understands that stress and excessive emotions all contribute to health issues.
Based on traditional belief, acupuncturists are trained to use subtle diagnostic techniques that have been developed and refined for centuries. The focus is on the individual, not their illness, and all the symptoms are seen in relation to each other. Each patient is unique; two people with the same western diagnosis may well receive different acupuncture treatments.
A growing body of evidence-based clinical research shows that traditional acupuncture safely treats a wide range of common health problems.
Swedish massage is the most common and best-known type of massage in the West. The massage is performed while lying on a massage table with your face down. A Swedish massage can be slow and gentle or vigorous and bracing; this depends on your request and the therapist’s personal style.
Swedish massage is based on the Western concepts of anatomy and physiology, as opposed to energy work on “meridians” or sen lines in Asian massage systems.
What do I wear during a Swedish Massage?
During a Swedish massage we recommend you do not wear any clothing on top but recommend you wear your underpants so you and our therapists are not out of your comfort zones.
What does a treatment involve?
In all Swedish massages, your therapist will first consult with you to discuss any issues or injuries you may have. You can also tell them upfront if you prefer light or firm pressure.
Your therapist will use a pre-blended oil and perform various massage strokes. These movements warm up the muscle tissue, releasing tension and gradually breaking up muscle “knots”, reducing pain and stiffness and promoting relaxation.
The therapist uncovers only the body part he/she is working on, keeping the rest of your body nice and warm.
You usually start by lying face down with your head in a U-shaped face cradle so your spine stays neutral. The therapist generally starts by massaging your back, using various massage strokes that include sliding, gliding, kneading, friction, stretching and tapping. The therapist then massages the back of each leg then turns you round to massage the front of each leg, both arms and generally finishes with your neck and shoulders.
If the pressure is too light or too firm, you should speak up and ask the therapist to adjust it.
Swedish massage usually includes some deeper work on areas of specific muscle tension, but if you truly want deeper, more intensive treatment with firmer pressure such as a deep tissue massage or a sports massage.
Swedish massage is performed by Jade at Cheshire Lasers.
Aromatherapy Treatments are currently not available at Cheshire Lasers
We will update this page once we have recruited a practitioner and it is available again.
Aromatherapy is a massage with essential oils. The oils are derived from the essence of plants, flowers, trees and berries.
A slightly lighter massage allows the essential oils to carry out their therapeutic effect. Essential oils are blended to suit each client’s needs. An all-over body or part body massage.
Our Cheshire Aromatherapists select essential oils for their therapeutic effects in treating stress-related conditions such as insomnia and headaches, digestive disorders, colds and menstrual problems. It is also used to relieve stress, help relaxation and enhance well-being. These effects may be sedative, calming, stimulating, uplifting, anti-depressant, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-viral or anti-oxidant.
How does it work?
Aromatherapy is an alternative medicine technique that makes use of essential oils, blended to suit each client’s need. Molecules in the scents released by the essential oils are absorbed into the bloodstream either through the skin during massage or by inhalation through the nose and lungs. These pass to the part of the brain that influences mood and the hormonal system.
Massage therapy at the Cheshire Lasers aims to soothe, revitalise, uplift the spirit, encourage positive thinking and boost the immune system enabling the body to heal itself.
Aromatherapy massage is particularly suited to conditions involving stress and emotionally-related conditions. It can help with the following:
The Back, Neck and Shoulder massage is a rejuvenating massage is sequenced to relax and ease tension. This treatment is suitable to anybody who wants to relieve stress, improve their circulation and posture, relax the muscles and improve flexibility.
This 25-minute massage is extremely relaxing and will be leaving the treatment room calm and rejuvenated.
This relaxing treatment is the ultimate skin and body therapy suitable for anybody, especially if you have a stressed and busy lifestyle.
This 55-minute treatment works on every part of the body having a back, neck and shoulder routine, working on the feet, back and front of legs, abdominal region, arms, face and scalp. This treatment improves flexibility and blood circulation, helps relive muscle tension, breaks down toxins in the body and speeds up your metabolism. Stressed out muscles are usually caused by a combination of physical and emotional stress and a full body massage is just what you need to leave feeling calm and relaxed.
Allow 60 minutes
Jade provides these treatments choose from:
Swedish Massage and Deep Tissue Massage
55 mins £40
90 mins £55
At Cheshire Lasers our NVQ Level 4 Laser Technician provides Laser and IPL Hair Removal treatments.
Cheshire Lasers offers Intense Pulsed Light ( IPL ) and Laser Hair Removal treatments to leave you with plenty of time to get on with more important things. After all shaving can sometimes feel like a chore, especially on holiday.
The treatments remove unwanted hair by destroying the hair root so that it finds it difficult to re-grow. It is non-invasive, quick and you usually see results in just a few sessions.
IPL and Laser Hair Removal can also offer a superior solution for hormone-related hair growth and for large areas of unwanted hair.
At Cheshire Lasers, we perform mostly IPL Hair Removal treatments using the very effective Lumina AQS machine made by Lynton Lasers. Lynton Lasers a local company in Holmes Chapel make machines with an outstanding reputation and used all over the country.
Prior to any treatment, our laser technicians will provide a full consultation. The consultation identifies your expectations and provides a complete explanation of the treatment. Our Laser technicians take a full medical history to confirm your suitability for treatment. If you wish to go ahead with treatment they will discuss everything on our consent form so you understand everything before signing it. They will then perform a patch test to confirm there are no adverse skin reactions to the light.
How do Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and Lasers work?
Laser and Intense Pulsed Light systems release precise short bursts of light energy which is the melanin pigment in the hair absorbs. This energy heats the hair and destroys the root to achieve long term hair reduction.
How is Laser the treatment carried out?
At Cheshire Lasers, we use Intense Pulsed Light for Hair Removal. You will be asked to put on goggles to protect your eyes. A layer of chilled gel is applied to the area to guide the light into the skin. The light guide is placed on the skin and a short pulse of light is released, targeting many follicles simultaneously. The applicator is then moved to the neighbouring area of skin and the process is repeated until the entire area is treated. The chilled gel is removed and the area is cooled.
Aftercare Sun avoidance is essential. We recommend daily use of a high factor, broad-spectrum sunblock.
Am I suitable for Laser Hair Removal?
The ideal patient is fair-skinned with dark hair, but results can also be achieved for fairer hair and darker skin types. The darker the hair, the more easily it is treated; as darker hair contains more melanin it will heat up more easily. Fairer hair contains less melanin and is harder to treat.
No anaesthesia is required and most patients describe the discomfort as moderate and acceptable. Sensations vary but most describe it as a very short hot pinprick that occurs very quickly when the Intense Pulsed Light is omitted, making it the preferred choice for Hair Removal.
As the hair reduces with subsequent treatments the discomfort often reduces.
What will I see after the treatment?
The hair follicles are damaged by heat but the hairs remain in the follicles. The hairs fall out after 1 – 3 weeks as the epidermis renews. During this period the hairs will seem to ‘grow’ as they are pushed out by the new epidermis.
Is Laser Hair Removal safe?
The skin can become quite red immediately after treatment, however, most patients experience no side effects and any skin reaction usually disappears within a few hours. Very rarely the skin may become lighter or darker, or some small blister may form.
How many treatments are necessary?
Only hair that is actively growing is affected, therefore multiple treatments are needed. Treatment is conducted every 4 – 8 weeks, depending on the site treated, until a satisfactory result is seen. The number of treatments required varies, but typically 6 or more treatments are required for maximum results.
How long does each Laser /IPL hair removal treatment take?
Treatments can take from 15 minutes to an hour, depending on the area being treated.
IPL Laser Hair Removal mechanics:
The focused, broad-spectrum light is applied to the surface of the skin by way of a handpiece. The intense light travels through the tissue of the skin until it strikes the hair shafts or the bulb (root) of the hair. The bulb is usually where the highest concentration of melanin is located, as opposed to the rest of the hair shaft. The light is converted to heat energy. The bulb and most of the hair shaft are instantly vaporized. The intense heat radiated by the hair also destroys the hair-producing papilla or the entire hair follicle. It is also claimed that direct light-heat conversion occurs directly in the darker coloured capillaries that bring nourishing blood to the follicle.
Cheshire Lasers Clinic offers a wide range of PRP Treatments.
What is PRP?
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a non-surgical treatment that utilizes your body’s healing abilities to stimulate skin healing, repair and recovery. It has the power to trigger your body’s own tissue regeneration potential. It is a natural treatment that uses the platelets from your blood. When activated platelets secrete and release at least 7 different growth factors which enhance the natural healing processes. They also stimulate collagen growth to rejuvenate the skin, improve the blood supply to the tissues and can greatly improve skin tone and texture. It also reduces fine lines and wrinkles and can stimulate hair growth in the hair follicles.
PRP has been thoroughly investigated, and it is used for medical treatments. Doctors use PRP for nerve injury, tendinitis, osteoarthritis, cardiac muscle injury, bone repair and regeneration, plastic surgery and oral surgery. PRP also helps treat sports injuries in professional athletes to stimulate healing for skin wounds and burns.
What does PRP treatment involve?
This innovative technique involves centrifuging a small sample of blood to separate it into different components. Your practitioner will extract the PRP component from the sample and prepare it for injection.
Using a small sterile needle, your practitioner will inject the PRP in and around the treatment area.
Alternatively, some of our practitioners apply the PRP on the skin after microneedling. This creates lots of tiny channels in the skin due to microneedling, which allows the PRP to penetrate the tissues.
What types of PRP treatments are available?
At Cheshire Lasers, we use PRP on the face, neck, scalp, hands and other body areas for skin rejuvenation with sometimes astonishing results.
Treatment of the face with PRP has been called the vampire facial or Dracula facial on various reality TV shows such as Cheshire Housewives. Celebrities such as Kim Kardashian have had this treatment to rejuvenate their skin.
PRP- Face, hands, decolletage, scarring & skin
Skin becomes plump, brighter and rejuvenated; fine lines and wrinkles reduce. The skin’s hydration and contours improve to create a youthful, radiant bloom.
It successfully reduces crow’s feet and wrinkles around the lips, nose and mouth. It is popular for the tear trough area giving a more natural appearance.
It is also used for the rejuvenation of intimate areas in men and women to rejuvenate the skin, which can help a variety of conditions such as skin dryness as well as reduce sexual function problems.
PRP for Hair Loss
The high number of growth factors in PRP will strengthen hair follicles and improve hair loss & thinning hair. For hair loss we recomend six treatments over 12 months. One every month for three months and then one every three months for nine months.
How many PRP treatments will I need?
A course of treatments one every month gives the best results. The number of treatments you require depends on the problem. Often you will need at least three treatments.
What are the benefits of PRP:
No surgery/ no anaesthetic
Completely safe and natural – no synthetic substances/no danger of allergic reactions or infections
Walk-in Walk-out procedure – minimal disruption to your day
Virtually painless, plus fast results and fast recovery
How much does PRP cost at Cheshire Lasers?
PRP treatments cost between £400 to £600 / session
Who performs the PRP treatments at Cheshire Lasers?
Restylane Dermal Filler was launched in the UK in 1996. The manufacturer, Q-Med is now part of Galderma.
In 2013 Galderma estimated that over 15 million treatments had been carried out worldwide.
Restylane is a gel containing particles of cross linked hyaluronic acid similar to the body’s own natural collagen. It is non animal in origin and does not require a patch test.
The hyaluronic acid is broken down over months leaving no trace of the product.
The gel is injected into the skin with a very fine needle, it plumps out the skin, filling lines, and deeper folds.
In 2016, the EMERVEL range of hyaluronic acid-based fillers, also from Galderma, was integrated into their Restylane range to create one large range of hyaluronic acid fillers incorporating NASHA Technology and Optimal Balance Technology into one product brand.
Restylane is a safe treatment and the full range contains 0.3% lidocaine for improved patient comfort.
View the products in the Restylane range used by Dr Teri Johnson:
Restylane Classic
Restylane has an intermediate sized gel-particle and is specifically designed for the correction of moderate facial wrinkles e.g. forehead wrinkles, glabella lines, mild nose to lip furrows and lip enhancement. It contains lidocaine to reduce the discomfort from the procedure.
Restylane Lyft (Perlane)
Restylane Perlane has the largest gel particles in the Restylane product range. It is intended for shaping the face’s contours, correcting deeper folds and lip enhancement. e.g. Naso-labial folds, marionette folds, cheek enhancement, chin and jaw augmentation.
Restylane Refyne (formerly Emervel Classic)
Restylane Refyne provides a medium lifting effect, ideal for fine to moderate lines and wrinkles. It also works well for lip rejuvenation and restoration.
Restylane Volyme (formerly Emervel Volume)
Restylane Volyme has a very high volume lifting effect and integrates with the skin matrix. Used to address lost facial volume associated with ageing. It is a great products for enhancing or contouring facial features such as the cheekbones, cheeks and chin.
Restylane Defyne (formerly Emervel Deep)
Restylane Refyne has a high volume lifting effect and integrates with the skin matrix. Used to smooth away deep wrinkles or folds such as naso-labial and marionette lines (mouth-to-chin lines).
Restylane Kysse (formerly Emervel Lips)
Restylane Kysse – specifically formulated to enhance, define or augment the lip body and border. As with all of the Restylane range it contains lidocaine for improved comfort during the procedure.
Restylane Skin Boosters
Restylane Skin Boosters have the smallest particle size in the Restylane product range. It is intended for hydrating and boosting the skin.
Seborrhoeic Keratosis are harmless overgrowths of epidermal keratinocytes, that you can find anywhere on the skin, and the cause is unknown.
They have several different names, including seborrhoeic warts and basal cell papillomas.
Seborrhoeic keratosis have a rough surface and appear to be stuck on the skin. They can vary in colour from your normal skin colour to almost black most often occur on the stomach, chest and back and usually start to appear after the age of 40.
They are not true warts and are not contagious. However, they run in families, possibly due to genetics or skin type. They usually do not cause trouble, but occasionally, they can become inflamed, especially if knocked or caught in something like a zip.
Do Seborrhoeic Keratosis require treatment?
Seborrhoeic warts are usually harmless and, therefore, do not usually require treatment. However, some people arrange for their removal for cosmetic reasons. This is best done by scraping the wart away or by freezing it with liquid nitrogen.
Dark circles appear under the eyes for many reasons and may simply be a genetic condition. ‘Periorbital hyperchromia’ – is a technical name that refers to the area around the eye socket caused by excessive pigmentation and is one of the most common reasons for circles under the eyes seen in all ages.
Other people have the appearance of dark circles just due to their anatomy and the shape of the structures around the eyes. In certain lights, shadows are cast in any hollows and under any protruding eyelids or eyebags, which make the area look dark.
Other causes of Dark Circles include:
Dehydration of the skin cells makes dark circles more noticeable.
Simply drinking more water can bring about a marked reduction in the circles. Sometimes a topical B5 serum is needed to improve the skin’s hydration.
Stress / Lack of sleep: can make the skin appear more sunken or make eye bags look puffier, which can make dark circles more noticeable.
Drinking alcohol: The consumption of alcohol allows the small blood vessels in the skin to dilate or expand, so dark circles under the eyes may become more prominent. Dehydration also occurs, which adds to the problem.
Ageing: As people age, their skin becomes thinner due to a reduction of fat and collagen, making the blood vessels beneath it more noticeable, which thereby makes the area under the eyes appear darker. In addition, the ligaments under the eye weaken and in some people the fat loss causes the skin to sag and create a tear trough and sometimes a bag. These create a shadow on the skin, creating the appearance of dark circles under the eyes.
Pigmentation: The eyelids’ skin is often darker than that of the rest of the face. But in some people, this can be more pronounced. This can be genetic or caused by environmental factors. The most common cause is sun exposure. Pregnancy, hormones and trauma to the skin, such as excess rubbing of the eyes, can also increase pigmentation. A good SPF eye cream is recommended if you are at risk of high sun exposure.
Vascular congestion: This is an area containing many small blood vessels. In some people, these are congested, causing a somewhat purple discoloration. Patients who suffer from allergies could get venous congestion under the eye creating dark circles.
What can be done to improve dark circles?
To improve dark circles, you first need to understand the cause.
After this, the key is to work out if the causes are treatable or not. You can not change the shape of someone’s face however some simple causes can be improved.
Treatments to be considered include:
Concealer
The right coloured concealer applied in the right way can make a massive difference to dark circles. If you struggle to do this, it is worth booking in with a reputable makeup artist who can teach you how to do it more effectively.
Avoid Dehydration
Sometimes drinking more water or applying a B5 serum for hydration is all that is needed.
Treatments to reduce pigmentation:
Topical treatments can be applied to gently lighten the skin and an SPF can be applied to prevent further pigmentation for any sun exposure.
Collagen Stimulation using Radiofrequency technology can also be effective using the Endymed 3D Deep or ThermaClinic these treatments are relaxing and non invasive with no downtime but a course of 6 is required every 1- 2 weeks.
The CACI Eye Revive is a three step treatment that stimulates collagen using radiofrequency and also by infusing products in to the skin that hydrate stimulating new collagen. It can give a temporary improvement after one treatment but for best results a course of treatments is recomended. It is also a great way of boosting the eye area before a special event.
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is one of the latest anti-ageing and skin rejuvenation procedures available and has the power to trigger your body’s own tissue regeneration potential. PRP is a naturally occurring component of your own blood. It encourages skin rejuvenation by stimulating the growth of your own collagen. It also improves the blood supply to the tissues and greatly improves skin tone and texture. PRP also reduces fine lines and wrinkles, all by stimulating your body’s own regeneration systems. PRP can be injected all around the eye to stimulate collagen and elastin. The regeneration process is gradual and natural and takes 2-3 months to develop after a single treatment. Two to three treatments, 2-3 months apart are recommended for most people for significant results.
Tears develop due to soft tissue volume loss in the cheek and eye area. The ligaments of the lower eyelid weaken and the bony area under the eyelid becomes accentuated. This can also lead to the appearance of lower eyelid fat pockets (eye bags), and both of these changes can lead to a dark shadow or hollow beneath the eyes and can cause a tired appearance.
At Cheshire Lasers, we treat Tear Troughs with the following:
At Cheshire Lasers, we use hyaluronic acid Dermal Fillers to treat tear troughs. These fillers slowly break down over time, and in most patients, results can last a year. You may need a top-up procedure to achieve the best results.
Depending on your anatomy and your medical practitioner’s preference they may use Juvederm, Restylane, Belotero or Teosyal Redensity 2 a filler designed especially for the tear trough area.
PRP treatments for the under eye and the upper eyelid lead to stimulation of your own collagen and elastin and regeneration of new healthy skin tissue for gradual, natural and real results that improve in the 2-3 months following a single treatment.
We recommend two to three treatments, 2-3 months apart. PRP injection treatments below the skin in the under-eye area do not have immediate results. Unlike Dermal Fillers, which are instant, PRP is resorbed by your body within 2-3 days. There is then a gradual tissue regeneration which continues for months. You see the final results 3-4 months after each treatment. PRP treatments improve fine lines, texture, loose skin, loss of volume, deep wrinkles and some pigmentation.
Treatments to improve Eye Bags:
We can do very little at Cheshire Lasers to help with eye bags. In most cases, the best treatment is surgery.
Some of the treatments mentioned above can help, but the results are subtle and will not last long without regular treatments to maintain results.
The CACI Eye Revive is our favourite non-surgical treatment for eye bags. It can give a temporary subtle improvement and is worth trying. If it helps, it is an excellent way to boost the eye area before a special event.
What can I do at home to enhance my results?
The skin under the eye is the thinnest of the face. As we age, the blood vessels underneath become visible and create a darkened reflection. Investing in an Eye Cream: that includes Retinol, Peptides, Caffeine, and Antioxidants is key. Retinol works by exfoliating dead skin cell leading to collagen production. Peptides applied topically send “signals” to through the skin to prompt the formation of new collagen. Caffeine constricts blood vessels which reduces puffiness and redness. Antioxidants (ex: Vitamin C or Green tea) offer powerful protection from the sun and also brighten the skin.
