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Cheek Fillers Gone Wrong – Why Expertise Matters

By Dr. Corey Hartman Dermal fillers, especially in the cheek area, are incredibly effective for improving definition around the cheekbones and removing lines and wrinkles around the eyes, mouth, and jawline. When administered correctly, they give amazing results and create beautifully contoured, youthful cheekbones. However, if dermal fillers are administered by inexperienced practitioners, serious problems can arise. Although dermal fillers are an excellent treatment for sunken cheeks when they are administered by a qualified professional, they can cause more harm than good if they are used improperly. Here’s what could go wrong when cosmetic procedures like dermal fillers are misused, and some of the amazing benefits they can bring when administered by trained professionals with the right experience. Undesirable Results Injectables like BOTOX can have …

After Summer Skincare – Tips & Tricks for Rejuvenating Your Skin

By Dr. Corey Hartman Summer is a time for getting outdoors in the sun to go hiking, head to the beach, go cycling, or just relax and work on your tan. But as the summer comes to an end and we move into fall and winter, it’s time to start thinking about skincare. The hot weather can cause a lot of damage to your skin, leaving you with hyperpigmentation, sunburn, and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Now that the summer is over, how can you repair the damage and improve your overall skin health for the whole year? Follow these simple tips to protect and improve your skin all year round. Get A Chemical Peel Managing the effects of sun damage should be …

BOTOX® Aftercare – Maintaining Your Results

By Dr. Corey Hartman With over 4.4 million procedures performed in 2020, BOTOX®  (Botulinum Toxin Type A) is one of the most common cosmetic minimally invasive procedures in the US. And, undergoing BOTOX®  can represent a life-changing moment for many people. However, while we’re focused on finding the right surgeon and preparing for the procedure, it’s easy to forget about the importance of BOTOX® aftercare. Instructions for self-care in the hours and days after the procedure are usually simple and easy to follow, but they are also vital to see and maintain the best results while avoiding any swelling or bruising. One of the unique benefits of BOTOX® over other cosmetic procedures is that it involves minimal downtime and no interference with your daily life. …

MedEsthetics Magazine: PROFILE: Corey L. Hartman, MD

Corey L. Hartman, MD, has built two bustling practices in Birmingham, Alabama, thanks to his focus on delivering beautiful and natural-looking results to patients of all ethnicities. Written by Mara Maddox || Photography by Cary Norton Growing up in New Orleans in the early 1980s, Corey L. Hartman, MD, owner and founder of Skin Wellness Dermatology, felt there were only two options for success: become a doctor or a lawyer. “I knew my career options were limited as a young black boy in the deep South and I wanted to be successful,” he says. His decision to pursue a career in medicine was accelerated by his neighbor, dermatologist Errol Quintal, MD, who came to be a lifeline of inspiration over the years. At the time, …

Spotlight on the CO2 Laser – What You Need to Know

By Dr. Corey Hartman A survey involving over 2,000 Americans shows that just under 60% of people don’t feel confident in their own skin because of acne, scarring, eczema, expression lines, or wrinkles. However, thanks to the wide range of skin rejuvenating options out there, you no longer have to deal with these imperfections. One of the minimally invasive, safe, and efficient ways to breathe new life into your facial skin and regain your youthful appearance is through CO2 laser skin resurfacing. Similar to other skin resurfacing techniques, CO2 laser skin resurfacing promotes new healing and regeneration in the skin, encouraging young and healthy cells to replace old, damaged cells. But carbon dioxide lasers come with even more advantages. Skin Wellness Dermatology offers this helpful …

Liquid Facelifts – The Latest, Hottest Cosmetic Trend

By Dr. Corey Hartman Our skin is always on the frontline of our lives, constantly exposed to various environmental and lifestyle factors that can eventually take a toll on its beauty. Aging, pollution, UV rays, diet, smoking, and alcohol can cause our skin to look older than we wish it to be. Even so, your natural, youthful beauty should never be overcast by the signs of time. Luckily, there are safe and efficient solutions that can help you rediscover your face’s beauty, including one such development known as the liquid facelift. A Revolutionary Way To Rediscover Your Beauty A Liquid Facelift is a non-surgical, minimally-invasive procedure that can help you hide the signs of aging and bring your natural beauty back. This procedure is suitable …

Best Cellulite Treatments – Smooth Legs At Last

By Dr. Corey Hartman Unfortunately, cellulite needs no introduction. Long the bane of legs, thighs, buttocks, and stomachs, cellulite has compelled mankind to rethink beach trips, question dress choices, and purchase any number of “miracle creams” that don’t seem to do a thing. But cellulite doesn’t have to be the bogeyman of vacations or trips to the department store. These days, cosmetic technology can treat cellulite like never before. At Skin Wellness Dermatology in Birmingham, AL, and Chelsea, AL, you’ll find several cellulite solutions that can help you achieve the smoother legs, thighs, buttocks, and stomach of your dreams. But what is cellulite? What are the best ways to treat it? What is Cellulite? Cellulite is made up of unwanted, lumpy fatty deposits beneath the …

Black Americans Are Getting Botox More Than Ever

Ruth Samuel Black Americans are letting go of the stigma behind getting work done from past generations and smoothing, filling, and fading with abandon. This story is a part of The Melanin Edit, a platform in which Allure will explore every facet of a melanin-rich life — from the most innovative treatments for hyperpigmentation to the social and emotional realities — all while spreading Black pride. Dermatologist Corey L. Hartman, 46, receives Botox every three to four months and has been doing so since his residency 15 years ago. “If I have heartburn, and I know that there is a fix for heartburn, I’m going to go and get the fix for heartburn. If I have a line in my face that I don’t like, and …