Medical Spa Articles

Read the latest medical spa articles and blog posts written by Atlanta board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Randy Rudderman.

Acne Types, Causes, and Treatments for Adults and Teens

Acne Types, Causes, and Treatments for Adults and Teens

Whether you’re a teen suffering from acne or an adult trying your hide your breakout, acne can cause stress, embarrassment, or pain. While many people think their acne is something they must live with, there are advancements in acne treatment that can help treat your acne, heal your skin, and help you regain your confidence….

Skincare Recommendations for Rosacea Awareness Month

Skincare Recommendations for Rosacea Awareness Month

The National Rosacea Society (NRS) designates April as Rosacea Awareness Month. This designation is used to educate the public on this chronic and widespread facial disorder. In total, Rosacea affects more than 16 million Americans. Here are our recommendations to help calm and soothe the skin affected by Rosacea: 1) Skin resurfacing for lasting reduction…

The Difference Between a Medical Spa and a Day Spa

The Difference Between a Medical Spa and a Day Spa

Many of our patients ask us what the difference is between a Day Spa and a Medical Spa. At first glance, they may seem similar, especially if the menu of services appears similar. However, there is a very important difference between a Day Spa and a full-service Medical Spa. Let’s review what a Medical Spa…

Dermabrasion vs Microdermabrasion

Dermabrasion vs Microdermabrasion

Dermabrasion and microdermabrasion are two treatments used to address fine lines, sun damage, and scarring. These procedures exfoliating surface layers of the skin and remove imperfections caused by aging and the sum. Both are effective treatments, however, they are very different in the techniques used. Dermabrasion is far more invasive and it requires significantly longer…

Voluma 101: What to Expect With Your Injections

Voluma 101: What to Expect With Your Injections

Juvéderm Voluma®  XC is a non-surgical, injectable filler or volumizer—composed of a modified form of hyaluronic acid (HA); hyaluronic acid occurs in nearly every cell of the human body, with 50% of it in the skin. Its function is to absorb water, deliver nutrients, and act as a cushioning agent. When you inject it into…

Start The New Year Right by Kissing Goodbye to Shaving

Start The New Year Right by Kissing Goodbye to Shaving

Kiss the hassle of shaving, painful waxing, and tweezing goodbye. For the vast majority of men and women, shaving is an annoying, daily ritual. Luckily, there is a permanent and effective solution available for people who are fed up with shaving: laser hair removal. Laser hair removal is an extremely versatile cosmetic tool that can…

What is the Difference Between Retinol & Retin-A?

What is the Difference Between Retinol & Retin-A?

Among the multitude of anti-aging skin-care products on the market, one ingredient stands out: retinol. And it’s no surprise why. Dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and aestheticians alike agree that this miracle ingredient (and its derivatives) has the power to make skin look younger, smoother, and simply better. But with all the skin-boosting benefits of retinol, how…

Youthful Skin is in Your Future with THERMIsmooth™

Youthful Skin is in Your Future with THERMIsmooth™

What’s the latest anti-aging treatment at Dr.Rudderman plastic surgery and medical spa? It is THERMIsmooth™  face. Now is your chance to get younger, firmer skin in just one hour with no downtime! THERMIsmooth is a procedure that improves the appearance of aging skin by tightening and increasing collagen production. It uses a unique handpiece to…

Hollywood’s Secret to Gorgeous Skin- Hydrafacial

Hollywood’s Secret to Gorgeous Skin- Hydrafacial

Have you ever wondered how Beyonce and Kate Winslet get gorgeous, glowing skin for the red carpet? These starlets chose HydrafacialMD as their go-to beauty treatment. Experience Hollywood’s favorite facial, Hydrafacial at Dr.Rudderman’s office.  This customizable lunchtime treatment is a patient favorite and one of our estheticians’ most requested services. Beautiful skin is a must…

Enhance your Romance with ThermiVa

Enhance your Romance with ThermiVa

Romance is the air, and it is time to feel confident and sexy!  Restore, rejuvenate, and reclaim your sexual health. The newest treatment at Dr. Rudderman’s office is ThermiVa® and it is changing women’s lives with only three treatments and no downtime! This comfortable treatment can improve your intimate life in several ways.  Many women…