I have wanted to get rid of the age and sun spots on my face for years, but was reluctant. Dr. Krathen convinced me and the process and recovery were both easier than I expected. The results were so satisfying that I wish I had done it sooner. Loving the look of my face without all the spots!
Dr. Krathen and his staff were absolutely wonderful! I was very pleased with the results from the fillers, being my first time. I was nervous that my lips would look abnormal but they ended up looking natural as he had promised. From entering his office and working with his kind assistants, to the cleanliness and order of his treatment room, all the way to the check out process – his office and professionalism is second to none.
This was my first visit at this office and I am very impressed. My appointment went well, all my questions were answered, and I was treated with respect. Dr. Krathen is wonderful. The staff at this office is professional, friendly, and most important helpful. I would definitely recommend Dr. Krathen.
Dr. Krathen is personable and professional. His bed side manner is top notch. He made sure I was comfortable before durning and after my Botox and filler injections. I was looking for a natural and refreshed look. And I achieved exactly that. I couldn’t be happier. If you are nervous like I was about looking overdone( plastic looking). Worry no more. I love talking about the work I had done. And the reactions I get. Most are .. -I can’t believe how natural it looks. -I knew something was different but couldn’t put my finger on it.
Dr. Krathen has an incredible bedside manner and put me at ease from the second I walked into the office. My skin was in desperate need of this laser treatment and I left his office looking noticeably younger. If you are on the fence about using a laser treatment on sunspots or other problem areas, don't hesitate to do it with Dr. Krathen, my skin felt completely refreshed after seeing him. He is the best. I highly recommend him!
Had a wonderful experience. Dr. Krathen performed great individualized care, had a caring demeanor, extremely informative as he portrayed a thorough plan of care and communicated his expert recommendations.
terrible patient experience. Waited several weeks, whisked out the door in 5 minutes with a diagnosis made from looking at pictures that had been emailed to him previously. Has no bedside manner and acts condescending. Diagnosis was inaccurate, although he acted like I was crazy for not believing him. A second opinion from another dermatologist told me "no way" the diagnosis was accurate. I don't like docs billing insurance for a half hour or hour and essentially pushing you out the door in 3 minutes, and I like accurate diagnoses. Maybe thats just me.
Hyaluronic acid (HA) based fillers are moveable in the lip after injection, especially within the first 48 hours after treatment. Over the course of 1-2 weeks the HA fillers absorb water and are less moldable. Best, Dr. Krathen
Isotretinoin is an amazingly powerful medication for the treatment of acne. That said, there are potentially serious side effects of taking isotretinoin. Anyone considering treatment with isotretinoin should have an in-person consultation with their iPledge-approved medical provider (iPledge is the FDA-mandated registration system for isotretinoin in the US). Although there were initial concerns and preliminary reports regarding the association of isotretinoin exposure and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD, including Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis), larger retrospective studies have not shown a true association. There are no definitive reports linking irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and isotretinoin exposure. Muscle and bone pain can occur with isotretinoin therapy, and this is generally reversible after discontinuation.
Hyaluronidase treatment (the antidote to hyaluronic acid gel injections gone wrong) will dissolve Juvederm within minutes of treatment. Without hyaluronidase treatment (to dissolve the Juvederm), hyaluronic acid / Juvederm can reside for many months in (and underneath) the skin before the body digests and breaks down the injected product. Juvederm and other injected hyaluronic acid gels break down faster in areas with more movement (around the mouth) and depending on the type of filler (some gels are more dense and cross-linked, thus lasting longer). Good luck! Best, Dr. Krathen
Sometimes after a chemical peel you can experience inflammation around the hair follicle. Depending on the depth of the chemical peel, and other factors, other considerations one would need to think about after a peel is the possible development of a yeast infection or even bacterial / viral follicular inflammation. If the “pimples” are getting worse and/or tender/painful, then you should undergo a medical evaluation. Good luck! Best Dr. Krathen
Starting minoxidil therapy (in any type of hair loss condition) can lead to a month or two of increased shedding. Telogen effluvium usually lasts 6-12 months and the use of Minoxidil may shorten the time until resolution.