Dr. Christopher Pavlou, MBChB is a top physician with 15 years of experience. As the owner of Skin Technique Medical Aesthetics in Vancouver, British Columbia, he specializes in combining the latest innovations in aesthetic medicine with tried and true treatments — including dermal fillers, Botox, Emsculpt, and chemical peels — to help his patients achieve a naturally rejuvenated appearance. “We’re here to ‘honor your beauty,’” says Dr. Pavlou. “Our dedicated team of skin experts is here to listen to your needs and provide solutions that fit your lifestyle.” Dr. Pavlou received his medical degree from the University of Pretoria in Pretoria, South Africa. Board-certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Dr. Pavlou is an active member of the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine, the Canadian Association of Aesthetic Medicine, and the American Cosmetic Cellular Medicine Association.
A: Our top three treatments to help minimize the appearance of acne scars are the Intensif (microneedling with RF), microneedling with PRP and HALO fractional resurfacing. All three of these treatments will help stimulate collagen and with regular maintenance help minimize the appearance of acne scars.
A: CoolSculpting sessions can be booked four weeks apart, for the same treatment area. CoolSculpting and Emsculpt can be done on the same day, however some patients do experience tenderness and numbness after CoolSculpting and therefore could wait a week.
A: At Skin Technique we perform The TiredEye™ Treatment for patient's with volume loss around the eye area. This often involves using a more dense product for the mid-cheek, like Juvederm Volift and a thin product for the tear trough area like Belotero Balance.
A: At Skin Technique we address textural concerns like acne scarring using multiple approaches. Acne scars can improve but will never fully disappear and maintenance treatments should always be a part of the long-term treatment plan. We use HALO Fractional Resurfacing to target deeper scars, and combine this with either Microneedling + RF (Radio Frequency) and / or Microneedling with PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma).
A: Botox can last anywhere from 3 - 5 months. Most of our patients return for a follow-up treatment at 4 months on average. Genetic and metabolic factors may contribute to the longevity of Botox, but there is nothing you can really do to increase longevity. There is a lot of individual variation when it comes to this.