Enhanceskin

7 Buxton Square
Nelson
Tel: 03 548 8216
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Spring is on the way – Let’s prepare for the great outdoors!

With spring on the way it’s time to think about getting ready for the warmer weather and enjoying the great outdoors!

At enhanceskin we can help you prepare, here are three things you should consider for a blooming marvellous spring!

Prepare to wear shorts again – Book your free, no obligation, varicose vein consultation and scan because there’s still time to have your varicose veins treated before summer. If you have spent last summer avoiding shorts and covering your legs because of unsightly varicose veins then it’s time to make sure it doesn’t happen again this year. At enhanceskin the Varicose Vein treatments we offer are minimally invasive. Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA), the gold standard varicose vein treatment, requires no general anaesthesia or hospital stay. You walk in and walk out and you are even able to drive home afterwards. The great advantage over surgery is that there is minimal downtime or impact on your usual daily living over the weeks following treatment.
New to Nelson is Venaseal, a medical glue to close off Varicose Veins! No need for stockings in those who it suits as a treatment!! Perfect as the weather warms up. Check with David if this will suit you.

Prepare to shed your layers – If you’ve found that despite endless sessions at the gym you’re still hanging on to some stubborn, hard to shift comfortable areas, consider TiteFX. This non-invasive RF body shaping and contouring treatment permanently destroys fat cells and provides long lasting results for an improved and smoother body contour. It offers you the ability to target and treat the areas that concern you the most, including the abdomen, hips, outer and inner thigh, knee, arms, buttock, back and bra fat, and flanks.

Update your bathroom cabinet – You should be wearing sunscreen all year round, but alas we know that despite our mantra protect, rejuvenate, enhance; there are still a few of you who only reach for protection when spring arrives! If that sounds like you, it’s time to pay us a visit and find the perfect sunscreen for you, that you will want to wear everyday! If you don’t like the feeling of sunscreen on your face, call in to try some PCA Skin Weightless Protection. It’s light, doesn’t feel cloggy, you can wear it under makeup and it will revolutionise the way you feel about facial sunscreen.

 

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Cosmetic Consultation, Vein Consultation… What to expect.

No two clients will ever experience the same cosmetic treatment or vein treatment because every client will require individual attention and different solutions. But at enhanceskin, we offer a free cosmetic consultation and a free vein consultation, and you can expect these to follow a standard format where all your concerns are addressed. So we thought we’d share a little bit more about what to expect at your consultation.

cosmetic consultation

Cosmetic Consultation:

Your free, no obligation, cosmetic consultation will be with our registered nurse Lacey Boyd.

What to expect.

  • You will be shown to one of our consulting rooms where Lacey dedicates a full thirty minutes to find out exactly what your concerns are.
  • She will ask some questions (including some that may be about your medical history, past treatments or lifestyle choices) and listen to your answers.
  • You will be given some treatment and/or skin care options at the end of your cosmetic consultation. Together with a full breakdown of the costs involved.
  • You will be able to ask as many questions as you like, about treatment options, side-effects, downtime, costs, or any other concerns you may have.

What not to expect.

  • We won’t tell you what to do because once you’ve been given some options the choice of treatment or  combination of treatments, is ultimately yours.
  • Please don’t expect us to phone you after your free consultation. It’s not because we don’t care about you, but because we don’t do hard sales, and absolutely respect your decision if you choose not to go ahead with any recommendations. We find that some people need varying amounts of contemplation time and are never surprised to find that people make appointments for treatments even a year later!

Top Tip: Consider bringing a photograph of your younger self to your cosmetic consultation. At enhanceskin, we believe that ageing is part of life, and as you grow older, you should expect your face and bone structure to change. We can’t, and don’t, aim to turn back the clock on ageing completely, but we can help you regain fuller and balanced features, achieving a natural look that’s similar to how you looked a few years back.

vein consultationVein Consultation:

Your free, no obligation, varicose vein consultation and scan will be with Dr David Orsbourn.

What to expect.

  • You will be shown to one of our consulting rooms where David dedicates a full forty-five minutes to find out whether you need any treatment at all, and if needed, which treatment is most appropriate for you.
  • He will ask some questions about your medical history, symptoms, past treatments and lifestyle choices and listen to your answers.
  • David will also carry out a physical examination and an ultrasound scan to help locate the underlying incompetent systems causing your varicose veins.
  • David will recommend the best varicose vein treatment for you at the end of your consultation, together with a full breakdown of the costs involved. He’ll also discuss medical insurance cover and payment options.
  • You will be able to ask as many questions as you like, about treatment options, side-effects, downtime, costs, or any other concerns you may have.

What not to expect.

  • We won’t tell you what to do because once you’ve been given some options the choice of treatment or combination of treatments, is ultimately yours.
  • Please don’t expect us to phone you after your free vein consultation and scan. It’s not because we don’t care about you, but because we don’t do hard sales, and absolutely respect your decision if you choose not to go ahead with any treatment recommendations. Same as for the Cosmetic side, many people return for treatments much later. Everyone has different priorities in their lives so feel free to come in to educate yourself on what we can do for you.

Top Tip: Make a list of any symptoms that may have been bothering you and between booking your vein consultation and attending, keep a diary of how often you have experienced these symptoms and their severity.

If you would like to book a free, no obligation, varicose vein consultation and scan or cosmetic consultation, please contact us.

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Varicose Vein Symptoms – And how to treat them!

If you think that troublesome veins are always visible, it’s time to think again, because varicose vein symptoms can manifest themselves in many ways.

varicose vein symptoms

While it’s true that Varicose Veins can present as bulging, blue coloured ropey cords running beneath the surface of your skin, they are not always visible, as they can be located deeper in the leg. These hidden incompetent veins can cause just as many health issues as visible bulging varicose veins.

So how do you know whether you have troublesome veins lurking beneath the surface of your skin?

Here are some varicose vein symptoms to look out for:

  • Your legs may feel achy, heavy or tired. Or you may feel a burning or throbbing sensation in your legs. If your legs consistently feel uncomfortable when you are sitting or standing for periods of time, and you feel a sense of relief when you elevate your legs, you may be suffering from varicose veins that are not visible.
  • Do you suffer from restless legs, which are crampy or tingly, particularly at night? These symptoms can often be attributed to varicose veins. Past studies have shown that 80 percent of people who have had varicose veins treated saw improvement in their restless legs syndrome, and were able to sleep more comfortably at night.
  • If the skin on your legs is dry and itchy, this too could be a sign of underlying varicose veins.

All of these painful varicose vein symptoms can be alleviated with the treatments we offer at enhanceskin. We’ll utilise the minimally invasive Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA), and/ or Ultrasound Guided Foam Sclerotherapy (UGFS). Together they’re the gold standard varicose vein treatment, designed to be fast, fairly pain-free and totally effective. It’s walk-in and walk-out, and you can even drive yourself home afterwards. If you hate needles and stockings you might be up for Venaseal, the medical glue that is comparing well with EVLA!

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

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Treat your varicose veins and ❤️ your legs this February!

If you have unsightly, painful varicose veins why not give yourself the perfect present on February 14th? Legs you ❤️!

varicose veins

If you have spent the summer avoiding shorts and covering your legs because of unsightly varicose veins then it’s time to make sure it doesn’t happen again next year. With autumn approaching, it’s the perfect time to book in for your varicose vein treatment.

At enhanceskin the Varicose Vein treatments we offer are minimally invasive. Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA), the gold standard varicose vein treatment, requires no general anaesthesia or hospital stay. You walk in and walk out and you are even able to drive home afterwards. The great advantage over surgery is that there is minimal downtime or impact on your usual daily living over the weeks following treatment.

Not only will you ❤️ the look of your legs, but more importantly, you’ll be pain free. Varicose veins can cause heavy, painful, tired legs, with associated cramps, skin discolouration, itch, and restlessness, and if left untreated they can carry longer term health risks such as, dermatitis, ulcers and even deep vein thrombosis, (blood clots) especially with long distance travel.

EndoVenous Laser is used for wide calibre veins, 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.

At enhanceskin we have Affiliated Provider status with Southern Cross for varicose vein treatment; and can accept payment through many other health insurance providers. If you have no health insurance in place, we are pleased to be able to offer our patients the convenience of using Q-Card (12 months interest free) to pay for varicose vein treatments.

The treatment cost at enhanceskin includes follow up appointments for twelve months.

Book your FREE, no obligation doctor’s assessment and scan, contact us.

 

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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?

varicose vein treatmentIf 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.

 

 

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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?

  1. 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!
  2. 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.
  3. 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.

 

 

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3 reasons winter is the perfect time to get your varicose veins done…

Although our Nelson and Marlborough winter to date seems to have been fairly mild, it is still most definitely winter… But we’re past the longest day so the count down is on until it’s time to dust off the shorts and togs for another gorgeous top-of-the-south summer. If your summer of 15/16 was spoiled by the pressure to have perfect pins in your shorts or togs; or if you spent it hiding your legs away because of unsightly varicose veins then it’s time to make sure it doesn’t happen again during the summer of 16/17.

Here are 3 reasons why winter is the perfect time to get your varicose veins done.

  1. You will almost already be dressed for the occasion – Trousers and tights are already de rigueur in winter time. So you won’t have to be concerned of anybody becoming aware that you’re undergoing vein treatment and readying your legs for their spring debut!
  2. You will need to add one accessory to your wardrobe – Importantly, you will need to wear compression stockings for two weeks post treatment, and experience shows that of most our clients find it more comfortable to wear these in the winter when they offer an additional layer of insulation against the cold rather than the summer when they are more difficult to tolerate. (12 months interest free)We find that our current range is absolutely OK to wear with a skirt ladies.
  3. You’ll be ready and raring to go for summer 16/17 – The varicose vein treatment we offer at enhanceskin means you’ll be ready for next summer as soon as you’ve had your treatment; these include Ultrasound Guided Foam Sclerotherapy (UGFS), the minimally invasive Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA) – the new ‘gold standard’ treatment, as well as the brand new VenaSeal- a medical glue! All are walk in and walk out treatments, you can even drive home afterwards! As soon as summer fashions hit the shops you’ll be ready to select all the pretty dresses and cool shorts you want to wear next summer!

Winter-perfect-time-for-veins

At enhanceskin we have Affiliated Provider status with Southern Cross for varicose vein treatment; and can accept payment through many other health insurance providers. If you have no health insurance in place, we are pleased to be able to offer our patients the convenience of using Q-Card (12 months interest free) to pay for varicose vein treatments.

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5 things you should know about varicose veins.

What a wonderful summer we’ve enjoyed in Nelson! But has yours been spoiled by the pressure to have perfect pins in your shorts or togs? If you’ve been hiding your legs away because of unsightly varicose veins then this blog post is for you…

This article is the next installment in our series of myth-busters… (We recently covered Anti-Aging, Dermal Fillers and Botox…) In this article we’re going to give you the low-down on veins!

Veins

Here are 5 things you should know about varicose veins.

  1. Not all veins are created equal – Varicose Veins and Spider Veins are not the same thing. Varicose veins are generally thick and blue, protruding from the legs, they occur when one-way valves don’t work, blood begins to collect in the incompetent vein rather than continuing back toward your heart. Spider veins are smaller, thinner blood vessels, closer to the surface and visible under the skin.
  2. Not just for the girls – Whilst pregnancy and menopause can both be factors in the formation of varicose veins, they are certainly not the only causes. We treat lots of men who have varicose veins too. And ladies, it is definitely a myth that you should wait til you have completed your family to have your veins treated! It just makes for an extremely uncomfortable next pregnancy.
  3. Varicose veins don’t just affect seniors – We treat plenty of clients in their 20s and 30s for varicose veins. Our range is 17 to 94 years old!
  4. Vanity is not always the name of the game – There is a common misconception that the major reason for vein treatment is to look better. Whilst you will look great following treatment and be able to wear shorts again, veins are definitely not just a cosmetic problem. They can cause heavy, painful, tired legs, with associated cramps, skin discolouration, itch, and restlessness, and if left untreated can carry longer term health risks such as, dermatitis, ulcers and even deep vein thrombosis, (blood clots) especially with long distance travel.
  5. Walk on in… Walk on out – In the past, invasive surgical stripping was the only way to treat the appearance and symptoms of varicose veins. This was (and is) expensive, requiring general anesthesia and hospitalization, and shouldn’t be offered anymore. At enhanceskin we offer Ultrasound Guided Foam Sclerotherapy (UGFS), the minimally invasive Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA) – the new ‘gold standard’ treatment, as well as the brand new VenaSeal- a medical glue! All are walk in and walk out treatments, you can even drive home afterwards!

 

 

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What is your favourite colour?

StockingsIf 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

 

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Helping you spread the cost of treatment…

Q-Card-Logo-webAs your Nelson and Blenheim based appearance medicine specialists, we know it’s important to offer you the ability to spread the cost of vein or cosmedical treatments.

So we are pleased to be able to offer you a convenient way to pay for your healthcare needs, with the Q Card Health Finance Scheme. With 12 months no payments and no interest* on treatments $200 and over, you can get the treatment you want, when you want it.

Apply for Pre-approved Finance

We also accept Farmers Finance Cards in the clinic as well.

*12 months no payments and no interest (“Payment Holiday”) is available on Q Card Flexi Payment Plans. Minimum spend $200. Account Fees may apply. A $55 Establishment Fee for new Q Cardholders and a $35 Advance Fee for existing Q Cardholders will apply. Q Card Standard Interest Rate applies to any outstanding balance at end of Payment Holiday. Offer is ongoing. Q Card lending criteria, fees, terms and conditions apply

HEALTH INSURANCE

HEALTH INSURANCE

enhanceskin is an Affiliated Provider to Southern Cross Health Society for
Endovenous Laser Treatment and
Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy

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PAYMENT OPTIONS

PAYMENT OPTIONS

We are pleased to offer our patients a convenient way to pay for their healthcare needs.
With 12 months no payments and no interest* on treatments $200 and over, you can get the treatment you want, when you want it.
Talk to us about this payment option and begin your treatment today!

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*12 months no payments and no interest (“Payment Holiday”) is available on Q Card Flexi Payment Plans. Minimum spend $200. Account Fees may apply. A $55 Establishment Fee for new Q Cardholders and a $35 Advance Fee for existing Q Cardholders will apply. Q Card Standard Interest Rate applies to any outstanding balance at end of Payment Holiday. Offer is ongoing. Q Card lending criteria, fees, terms and conditions apply.

What our clients say

“I can't believe it - I have 2 legs back with no pain” – Shirley

“I can heartily recommend laser, less pain and back to work!” – Denise

(after EVLT Varicose Veins)
“First summer in years I have been able to wear shorts” – Daryl H

(after EVLT Varicose Veins)
“Best thing is I've had no cramps since the day of my vein treatment” – Robert P

(after EVLT Varicose Veins)
"My restless legs have gone" - David

(On the evening following his varicose veins procedure)
"That was so much less scary than I thought it would be" - Vivienne

(Following EVLA varicose vein treatment)
"I don't know why I didn't do it years ago" - Carolynne

(Following the removal of numerous skin tags)
"That was easier than going to the Dentist" - Alistair

(after EndoVenous Laser Ablation of his Varicose Veins)
“That was so less scary than I thought it would be. You’ve changed my life” – Awhina

(after EVLT Varicose Veins)
“The weight came off, my skin firmed up and the few stretch marks I had started to fade. I would recommend TiteFX to anyone struggling to shed those last couple of kilos, it's a miracle treatment”

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