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The rise of GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic® has changed how patients approach weight loss. Alongside these changes, there has been a growing awareness of the impact that weight loss can have on facial appearance. Recent research, including a peer-reviewed publication co-authored by Dr. Sajic, has shown that public interest in the aesthetic effects of […]

Chances are you’ve heard about IV (intravenous) therapy by now; on social media from friends, or on TV. IV vitamin therapy has gained popularity for good reason, and it’s an essential piece of integrative health and wellness. As we considered the ways in which we’re supporting our patients and their goals using the 5-Dimension Skin […]

Longevity is a cornerstone to our approach and practice, and an integral part of why Dr. Sajic created the 5 Dimension Skin Plan™. Longevity and skin health are intricately linked. Our cardiovascular fitness, metabolic health, immunity, internal and external stressors, emotional wellness, and cognitive function are all key parts of how long, healthy, and fulfilling […]

Each treatment modality we offer has unique benefits that improve your skin’s health, vitality, and appearance. Combining the benefits of multiple treatments harnesses the healing and renewing properties of multiple treatments as one.  When we combine procedures like Sylfirm Radiofrequency Microneedling + Fraxel, they act as catalysts for each other — to provide results beyond […]

When it comes to choosing anti-aging skincare, the options can be overwhelming. Countless creams and serums make big promises, but very few are grounded in science or formulated at the right potency to deliver meaningful results. At deRMA Skin Institute, we focus on evidence-based skincare ingredients that address the key functions of skin health. We’re […]

For longevity claims to be credible, we must see what the naked eye cannot. These are the tools I consider essential: 1) PAOT® (Total Antioxidant Power) PAOT quantifies the balance between oxidants and antioxidants in tissues and products, allowing you to compare the actual antioxidant performance of formulations—much like comparing SPF 15 vs. SPF 50 […]

TL;DR: Faces don’t age in one layer. They age in five: bone, fat pads, collagen and elastin, surface, and muscle movement. CT research shows the facial skeleton keeps remodeling for life, fat compartments deflate and descend independently, and total skin collagen declines roughly 1% per year. The 5-Dimension Skin Plan™ is the framework I use […]

TL;DR: In the best-known clinical study of sun and facial aging, UV exposure accounted for roughly 80% of the visible aging differences among 298 same-age women. The mechanism runs on enzymes: each UV dose switches on collagen-degrading MMPs for days afterward, even without a burn. Daily sunscreen produced 24% less measurable skin aging in a […]