Churchill Private Hospital Archives

October 24, 2017 by admin

Why our clients ❤️ Lacey

Have you met Lacey yet? She’s been part of the team at enhanceskin for over two years, and it seems she is no longer Nelson and Blenheim’s best kept secret. The word is out that Lacey’s calm and understanding manner, combined with her gentle technique make her a much sought after injector!

Lacey will tell you that much of her success lies with the fact that that she trained under David’s expert eye… Lacey says, “David has enabled me to learn specific techniques related to cosmetic medicine that he has mastered, he has an attention to detail that has allowed me to follow through with these techniques to a very high standard.”

Lacey joined us as a registered nurse with a background on various surgical wards, but says that working within the facial aeshetics industry has been rewarding in ways she didn’t expect it to be. She says, “I love working with the different people I get to meet. Formulating plans of care and seeing the positive reactions from clients when they get the results they were looking for is exciting! I love witnessing the change in a person’s confidence. The technology and products and services we can offer is consistently being updated, there’s always something new to master.”

How Lacey helps you achieve a natural look in three simple steps:

Lacey will listen to your concerns, answer your questions and formulate a personalised plan according to your budget and priorities.
She’ll help you set realistic goals. You’ll be asked to bring photos of people whose facial aesthetics you admire, together with photo of yourself from five to ten years ago. Lacey will give you an honest opinion on whether your desires are appropriate or inappropriate for your face shape and size.
Lacey says, “At enhanceskin, we pride ourselves on our anatomy and physiology knowledge. This is vital to minimise risk. An understanding of the different aesthetic ratios for the face for a natural appearance again is crucial.”
Lacey will ensure your after treatment care is all in hand.
Lacey says, “Using the correct skin care post treatment is crucial. Your skin will glow with the right vitamins. Just like your body, your skin needs nutrients.”

You can find Lacey in our Nelson and Blenheim clinics. In Nelson Lacey offers a full range of cosmedical treatments, and in Blenheim she offers selected treatments, including Botox, Dermal Fillers, IPL & Fractora Consultation and Dermapen treatment. Book in for a FREE, no obligation, cosmedical consultation at either clinic location, and experience Lacey’s perfectly delightful bedside manner for yourself!

August 21, 2017 by admin

Facts about Dermal Fillers from enhanceskin Nelson

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At enhanceskin Nelson we offer a free, cosmedical consultation with our Registered Nurse, Lacey Boyd. We do this for many reasons, so that you can get to know us, so that we can get to know you, and also because we want to ensure you have all the facts before you make your treatment decisions. With that in mind we thought we’d write a blog with some facts about dermal fillers.

Not just for saving face – Check out this recent blog post where we talk about ageing hands.
Your treatment won’t be the same as your friends – No cosmedical treatment is a one size fits all. Your dermal fillers are tailored to address your concerns; and of course these may change over the years. So even if you’ve had fillers in your cheeks before; your cosmedical consultation may reveal a requirement to use them elsewhere. Dermal fillers can be used to increase or restore volume and physically lift and sculpt many areas, including the lips, mouth face, neck and décolletage.
The gift that keeps on giving – Fillers act as a biostimulant that encourages new collagen growth in the skin itself. This means that even after the filler is broken down and absorbed over a year or more, you will continue to see some benefits.
A key to hydration – Dermal fillers draw in water molecules to plump up your skin, and can be thought of as internal moisturisers.
Natural results – Fillers we use contain hyaluronic acid, this is a naturally occurring substance in connective tissue throughout the body, and also an ingredient in many skincare products.
You can change your mind – Dermal fillers can be reversed using a reversing agent called hyaluronidase, this breaks up the hyaluronic acid present in dermal fillers.
Dermal fillers give instant results – The Liquid Facelift sometimes called the Natural Lift will guarantee a WOW moment when you look in the mirror after your thirty-minute treatment!

To discover more facts about dermal fillers and how they can help you, book your FREE, no obligation consultation with Lacey, she can see you in Nelson or Blenheim. Contact us HERE.

November 23, 2016 by admin

Varicose Vein Treatment – How do you know if you need it?

Here at enhanceskin we offer varicose vein treatment at our Nelson Clinic and at the at Churchill Trust Private Hospital in Blenheim.

But how do you know whether you need to visit us for a free no-obligation Varicose Vein Assessment with Ultrasound Mapping. To help you determine this we’ve devised this very short method of assessment.

Read the following 5 statements:

Occasionally my legs feel heavy and/or tired.
My legs hurt or itch, but I’m unsure why.
My ankles are frequently swollen and blue, and I often feel a burning sensation.
I occasionally suffer cramps or tingling in my legs.
Some of the veins in my leg protrude or are swollen.

Did one or more of the five statements apply to you?

If they did then you could be suffering from venous disease. Varicose veins are not always visible. At enhanceskin we treat these painful symptoms with the minimally invasive Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA), the gold standard varicose vein treatment.

EVLA uses targeted laser energy to seal the vein shut. After administration of local anaesthetic, a needle is inserted and a laser fibre is then fed up through the needle into the vein. The fibre with its laser light is slowly withdrawn, shrinking and sealing off the vein. This varicose vein treatment takes approximately an hour and has a 99% success rate (even after 5 years*) with immediate relief of physical symptoms. The benefit of EVLA is that it combines the effectiveness of surgery with the minimally-invasive, outpatient ease of sclerotherapy.

This varicose vein treatment is designed to be fast, fairly pain free and totally effective. There are three simple post-treatment rules to follow; wear compression stockings, walk forty-five minutes a day and avoid immediate international air travel.

Our clients can’t believe the difference EVLA makes, it’s quite literally life changing. So why not change yours too? Call to book your free vein assessment and scan.

October 26, 2016 by admin

Loving your local – When it really makes a difference…

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It’s generally about this time of year you’ll see all those memes popping up on social media sites telling you that every Christmas gift you buy from a local independent retailer will help boost your local economy, and we don’t disagree. At enhanceskin we love being part of the local community here in Nelson and Marlborough, and we certainly do our best to support our local independents. Because of course it is the local businesses that help with your school fundraisers and it is local enterprises that support local charities, offering sponsorship and donations.

We’re proud to count ourselves among those local businesses and have affiliations with many great causes, but we think there’s another really important reason for you to love your local, and that’s personal service!

After 20 years as a General Practitioner David believes that enhanceskin has maintained similar philosophies to those of family medicine, we build relationships to help people.

So how does that manifest itself?

We listen to you – Because we’re not on a flying visit to the region we have the time to give you the attention you deserve. Our complimentary vein and cosmedical consults are exactly that, they’re full consultations and they are complimentary. There are no hidden tricks or catches. We want to meet you, we want to listen to you and we want to help you!
We plan with you – Once we have worked out your needs together, we work out a plan or timeline, always keeping in mind your budget. Dr David Orsbourn and our Registered Nurse, Lacey Boyd will often plan out care for a twelve-month period, so you are getting the best and regular treatment. Once your treatment is complete, we are available to ensure that you are satisfied with your progress.
You get our number too – If you’re seeing Dr David Orsbourn for varicose vein treatment, you have our guarantee that this treatment is reassuringly local… That means David will give you his cell phone number so that if you have any concerns, he’s easy to reach. You’ll also be heartened to know he’s not on the next aeroplane out of the region once he’s finished his procedures. So if you have any worries at all, just give him a call and he’ll be able to put your mind to rest.

October 18, 2016 by admin

Fillers and Botox – What makes a great injector?

Botox® and dermal fillers are just two of the cosmedical treatments we offer at enhanceskin. Both procedures can be administered at our clinic in Nelson or at Churchill Private Hospital in Blenheim.

We know that if you’re considering Botox® or dermal fillers, choosing a clinic and practitioner for the first time can be difficult. That’s why we thought we’d put together a list of three key attributes you should look for, to help you choose a great injector!

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A good listener – Your injector should give you the look you want, not the look they think you want. So be sure that you receive a consultation to discuss your requirements. At enhanceskin our full cosmedical consults are absolutely complimentary; we listen to you, so you get the great results you want.
A great planner – Your facial structure is unique to you, and so the planning of your treatment should be too. At your consult your prospective injector should mark out your face as they help you create your desired treatment plan. You’ll find that we’re meticulous planners at enhanceskin. As Plato once said… The beginning is the most important part of the work.
An expert anatomist – It’s important that your chosen professional has a good knowledge of anatomy. They should know how the facial muscles work, and why they do what they do. At enhanceskin our two injectors are, Dr. David Orsbourn, a specialist Appearance Medicine Practitioner who is a Fellow of the New Zealand Society of Cosmetic Medicine and the Australasian College of Aesthetic Medicine; and Lacey Boyd, a Registered Nurse (RN,BN), who joined our team from a background in senior positions on various surgical wards. Both David and Lacey are very well qualified in facial anatomy, but at enhanceskin we never rest on our laurels. We take our ongoing professional development very seriously and continue to attend courses and conferences so we can offer you the very best treatment!

September 8, 2016 by admin

Botox and Fillers: Who, where, what, why and how in Nelson or Blenheim

Botox and fillers are just two of the cosmedical treatments we offer at enhanceskin in both Nelson and Blenheim. Like all procedures we want you to be informed from the get go and it’s important that if you’re considering these treatments with us or any other clinic, you ask yourself 5 key questions.

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Who – Who will be administering your Botox or Dermal Filler injections? Botox® is a prescription medicine that can only be administered on the authority of a qualified medical professional. At enhanceskin our two injectors are:

Dr. David Orsbourn, a specialist Appearance Medicine Practitioner who is a Fellow of the New Zealand Society of Cosmetic Medicine and the Australasian College of Aesthetic Medicine.
Lacey Boyd, a Registered Nurse (RN,BN), who joined our team from a background in senior positions on various surgical wards. Lacey has been expertly tutored by David, attended numerous courses, and has now built up her own list of client’s. She is often praised for her gentle touch and calming manner.

Where – Where will your procedure be carried out? Is it a professional clinic with a clean and sterile environment? At enhanceskin we offer botox and fillers at our specialist Cosmetic, Medical and Vein Clinic in Nelson and the Churchill Private Trust Hospital in Blenheim, Marlborough.

What – What happens during and after your treatment. At enhanceskin our treatment is reassuringly local. Your complimentary cosmedical consult means that you can raise any queries or questions directly with David or Lacey, the person who will administer your treatment. They’re also at the end of the phone after your treatment, and available at the clinic in Nelson should you need to see them for any reason after your treatment. We don’t fly people in to administer your treatment, we have the professionals right here.

Why – This one is definitely one for you to ask yourself, but we can help you determine this at your initial consultation and ensure your expectations are realistic. It can help to bring a photo of your younger self to this consult. With Botox, your facial expressions will become softer and fresher, giving a more relaxed appearance. The end result is very natural. Your wrinkles will become smoother and may even disappear altogether. Dermal Fillers physically lift and sculpt areas of the face, neck and décolletage. This helps correct wrinkles, folds, scars and asymmetries immediately.

How Much – You’re probably wondering how much your treatment will cost, and whilst we can’t give you an answer in this article; because treatments are tailored for individuals, we will be able to let you know at your cosmedical consultation for Botox or Fillers, which is absolutely complimentary!

Call us now to make your appointment for our clinic in Nelson or Blenheim.

October 22, 2015 by admin

3 things you didn’t know about Dermal Fillers

As you age loss of volume is one of largest contributing factors to facial lines, wrinkles and crow’s feet. As the years pass, the bones of the face shrink, as well as fat and soft tissue being lost from under the skin. This leaves hollows under the eyes, at the temples and at the corners of the mouth, pleating across the cheeks, and grooves running from the nose to the mouth. The ‘apple’ of the cheek may also sink. Here at enhanceskin we can help you address these aging issues. We hope it’s no secret that dermal fillers give your face youthful volume with instant and long-lasting results.

But here are a three things you may not have known about dermal fillers.

Dermal fillers can also hydrate your skin. They draw in water molecules to plump up and hydrate your skin, and can be thought of as internal moisturisers. Dermal fillers can also effectively hydrate your décolletage area and the backs of your hands, two other areas that often show visible signs of aging.
Dermal fillers have the potential to reduce acne pitting and scarring, along with other treatments.
Dermal fillers are reversible. If you dislike the effect of your dermal fillers, most can be reversed using a reversing agent called hyaluronidase, this breaks up the hyaluronic acid present in dermal fillers. This is unlikely to be necessary, because following your cosmedical consult with Dr David, he’ll know exactly what you’re trying to achieve and he’ll make sure the results look natural and effortless.

You can expect your dermal fillers to last from 6-18 months. You will normally benefit from repeat injections before the full effect wears off, with lesser volumes required to maintain the effect.

At enhanceskin, a safe natural result is our prime goal for you, and we can select from a range of products that best suits your needs and budget. If you would like to book a complimentary cosmedical consultation. Please call us!

March 5, 2015 by admin

What is your favourite colour?

Stockings If you have spent this wonderful Nelson summer avoiding shorts and hiding your legs, now’s the time to resolve never to do it again. We can help ensure that you are able to wear shorts again!

Here at enhanceskin we offer two treatment options, Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA), and Ultrasound Guided Foam Sclerotherapy (UGFS).

EndoVenous Laser is used for wide calibre veins, and is recognised the gold standard treatment (studies show 98% success at 5 years) but the same results can be achieved with UGFS, which is now reserved for smaller diameter veins. This is less invasive and costs less. The method of treatment used is decided at your FREE, no obligation doctor’s assessment and scan, and depends on the severity of the varicose vein, and how early treatment is sought.

David will advise you which treatment is best for you at your assessment visit. Smaller spider veins can also be treated effectively with Micro-Sclerotherapy.

The treatment cost at enhanceskin includes follow up appointments for twelve months, and remember you can now pay by Q-Card.

Following your walk in walk out, ‘outpatient procedure’ that requiries no general anaesthesia or hospital stay, you will need to wear compression stockings but even these have been updated! You can of course still choose a classic black, but we have some lovely new colours in from the USA…

Red
Dark Blue
Light Grey
Mulberry

November 7, 2014 by admin

Botox – Myth Busters!

Attractive pretty woman, casual look A simple non-surgical procedure, Botox (Botulinum toxin) softens the fine lines or wrinkles caused by facial expressions, stress and sun. Botox is a natural, purified protein that relaxes the facial muscles that cause problem wrinkles, creating a smooth, rejuvenated and more youthful appearance.

Before any procedure we need to ensure we receive your informed consent. So you will always be scheduled for an initial consultation and assessment with Dr David Orsbourn, (even if you have had Botox with other doctors before). David will spend time explaining your options for treatment, expected results, costs, as well as addressing any questions or concerns you may have.

Because David has completed many of these consultations we have a pretty good idea of the questions and concerns that are often raised in relation to the Botox procedure. We also know that there is a lot of misinformation out there, so in this article we look at four Botox myths and explain what is actually the case…

Botox Myth #1: I’ll end up with a frozen face.
Mythbuster – Here at enhanceskin we aim to create natural looking results. Your facial expressions will become softer and fresher, giving a more relaxed appearance. The end result is very natural. Your wrinkles will become smoother and may even disappear altogether.

Botox Myth #2: It’s going to hurt.
Mythbuster – Most patients tolerate the treatment very well only reporting a tiny pinching sensation with each injection similar to waxing or plucking. It does come down to technique, we’re very fortunate at enhanceskin that Dr David is a Master Injector. His background as a GP, years spent practicing appearance medicine, and his continuing varicose vein work, mean that he handles that needle very skillfully indeed!

Botox Myth #3: It’s not safe.
Mythbuster – Botox® therapy has a good safety profile. It has been used in millions of people worldwide, and to treat many medical conditions, including eye spasm and neck spasm.
Botox® therapy is used in young children with cerebral palsy, where it relaxes contracted muscles to help them walk and improve their hygiene. As with many of the medical treatments, it is often used for this in doses over 10 times the amount used for the average adult frown line. The safety has been proven over the past 20 years through extensive testing and research.

Botox Myth #4: It’s expensive.
Mythbuster – As Botox is prescribed on a case by case basis, we can’t tell you exactly how much it will cost until you’ve had your initial consultation with Dr David, (which by the way is complimentary). However, your Botox® therapy will generally last for around 3-4 months, considering that it probably equates roughly to the same cost of a monthly cut and blow wave in a good salon.

Here at enhanceskin we always include a complimentary mineral make up after a treatment of Botox® therapy so you will leave the clinic looking fabulous!

For a full list of Frequently Asked Questions and more information on Botox, visit THIS PAGE.

March 10, 2014 by David

this & that – March 2014

As we begin to offer more cosmedical treatments in Blenheim, at the Churchill Private Hospital, you may have seen a little feature on us in March’s issue of this&that magazine, if you missed it, take a look below.