Metvix® comes in a cream containing methyl aminolevulinate, which is specifically absorbed into the altered skin cells of these lesions.  Metvix® causes porphyrins to accumulate and be absorbed selectively by the AK and BCC lesions. These porphyrins are light sensitive, so when the Metvix is illuminated and activated by the Red light source, it causes a chemical reaction in the skin cells that destroys the lesion.

If you have actinic keratoses or basal cell carcinomas, call Afterglow for your complimentary consultation with Dr. Ebrahim.

If you want skin that is smooth and lustrous, do the math and call Afterglow to learn how our lasers can  help you.

The principal behind this therapy is simple:  when applied to the skin, under a local or topical anaesthetic, channels are created deep into the dermis of the skin.

These channels cause keratinocytes and fibroblasts to produce numerous growth factors which induce the growth of collagen – with no damage to the epidermis!

Dermal Rolling is used to soften fine lines, tighten skin, restore elasticity plus reduce the appearance of scarring, pigmentation marks and stretch marks.

The procedure is safe, entirely natural with a short healing period of approximately 5 days.  No sun sensitivity is induced and it can be used on laser resurfaced skin.  Another advantage to this treatment is the areas it can be used on:  face, neck and body!

So get Rolling and call Afterglow for your complimentary consultation.

The Face Report is the first ever Canadian reference of it’s kind that looks at women’s beauty attitudes (including British Columbians) as they age.  It also looks at a decade of facial aesthetic treatments that have made non-surgical procedures part of mainstream beauty for many women, starting with Botox Cosmetic which is celebrating 10 years in Canada this year.

8 in 10 (79%) of British Columbia women aged 30-60, agree that they feel more confident now than they did 10 years ago.  They don’t mind getting older, but don’t want to look older.

62% of B.C. women wish they looked better for their age.

The majority (51%) of B.C. women say that their skin makes them look tired and stressed even when they are not.

73% of British Columbian women believe that Botox Cosmetic has become a more mainstream treatment, and one in four B.C. women (29%) are now open to having injectable treatments themselves.

The next four years will bring an 8% growth in injectable procedures in Canada

(FACE Report:  Millenium Research Group).

(604)925-3376 (DERM).

Afterglow continues to operate in North Vancouver at the Westview Shopping Centre.

Ambleside Dermedics will accept referrals for general skin diseases covered by MSP through referring family physicians.

Dr. Ebrahim is pleased to welcome the following clinicians to Ambleside Dermedics:

• Dr. Jennifer Rodrigues, a registered Clinical Psychologist will be offering counseling services including Mindfulness -Based Therapy for depression and anxiety.
• Ms. Lubna Allana, a registered Physiotherapist specializing in Bio Feedback for urinary incontinence
• Dr. Colin Yong and Dr. Roxane Genot will be joining Dr. Ebrahim in offering medical aesthetic services including Botox and fillers as well as Ultherapy, a revolutionary ultrasound non-surgical procedure for neck and brow lifts as well as jowl lifts.
• Say Goodbye to sagging skin!  We are the only clinic on the north shore to offer Ultherapy, recently profiled on Dr. Oz as well as a number of magazines including:  Vogue and Fashion Magazine.
• Please read more about Ultherapy from blogs submitted by highly satisfied clients on www.realself.com.

When you are ready for your complimentary consultation, please call (604)925-DERM (3376) and book your appointment with one of our physicians.

Congratulations Shehla!  All of your staff are very proud of you!

Full service medi spa, offering:

• Photofacial for sun damage skin and Rosacea.
• Broken capillaries.
• Botox for wrinkles.
• Dermal fillers for lines and folds, (resttlane, Juvederm) Acne and acne scars.
• Laser hair removal.
• Laser resurfacing for deep wrinkles around the eyes and mouth.
• Non surgical brow lift.
• Non surgical jowl and neck lift.

Dr. Ebrahim at Afterglow

Are you looking to learn a little more about what makes Dr. Ebrahim tick? The North Shore Network recently featured an insight into the everyday life, loves and aspirations of our intrepid doctor, which you can read here. Congrats to Dr. Ebrahim on her recent 50th birthday!