When we think
about why our skin ages, we tend to think of causes such as the sun, smoking,
heredity, and our lack of skin care maintenance, but have you ever thought
about the sugar you eat? Sugar can be a sly villain in this equation and can
easily fly under the radar leaving us in a sticky situation. Did you
know that sugar not only causes cavities, it can also age your skin? Glucose
attaches itself to proteins rendering them nonfunctional. All cells within the
body are comprised of some protein and when proteins are attached to sugars,
they cannot work effectively. Collagen makes up about 25% of our body's protein
content and when damage from glycosylation or oxidation occurs, the skin
becomes saggy and wrinkled. So, next time you need help recovering from that
sugar rush, come to VITAHL. We can help you get your skin back to its glowing,
wrinkle free perfection.
Dr. Tahl N. Humes owns and serves as medical director to Vitahl Medical Aesthetics in Denver, Colorado. She graduated with a BS from Indiana University, completed Medical School at Touro University in California, and Residency at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver. She is a National Laser Trainer and National Spokesperson for Cutera® Lasers. Dr. Humes also trains physicians, RNs, and PAs from across the nation in advanced injection techniques of BOTOX® and advanced dermal fillers, including Juvederm, Restylane, Radiesse, and Sculptra. Dr. Humes has performed thousands of aesthetic treatments with lasers and injectables. She was invited by Allergan to participate in the Juvederm Experience Trials prior to the product’s release to the general public. In addition, Dr. Humes is known for her expertise in laser medicine. Dr. Humes and Vitahl are known for their cutting edge laser treatments, such as Pearl and Titan. She has been interviewed for her cosmetic medical expertise by news affiliates ABC, CBS, and NBC, and has served on expert panels for Cutera® Lasers at national presentations.
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