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CBD what you need to know
Dr. Monica Gavin, owner and medical director of Azani Medical Spa in Bethlehem Pennsylvania, has research the CBD market for the best options. It is important that potential CBD buyers are educated buyers, since the quality of the CBD varies greatly. After reading Dr. Gavin’s blog post, feel free to email her with any questions you may have at [email protected] or visit www.AzaniMedicalSpa.com WHAT IS CBD? The more that we learn about Cannabis sativa, the more fascinating this medicinal plant becomes. For years, THC was the only cannabinoid widely available on the market, and then CBD came along. CBD, short for cannabidiol, is one of many cannabinoids, or molecules produced uniquely by the cannabis family. Unlike tetrahydrocannabinol (THC, the primary psychoactive element in marijuana), CBD is non-psychoactive, meaning it doesn’t have a strong effect on cognitive brain activity and doesn’t cause the “high” associated with marijuana. Every variety of the cannabis…
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Hormone Replacement at Azani Medical Spa FAQ in Bethlehem, Easton and Allentown
If you are reading this article, I want to congratulate you on making the decision to invest in yourself to feel and look your best! Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is the main pillar of anti-aging medicine. Combined with good nutrition, medical-grade supplements, exercise and stress reduction, you can live the healthiest life possible. To make your BHRT therapy as smooth as possible, here is a list of the most frequently asked questions. We ask that you read it and keep it handy as a reference. Thank you for choosing Dr. Gavin and Azani Medical Spa for your wellness and aesthetic needs! I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT DR. GAVIN’S EDUCATION CREDENTIALS AND WHERE SHE ATTENDED MEDICAL SCHOOL? American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine 2004 Diplomate, Anti-Aging Medicine: Anti-Aging and Regenerative medicine, medical wellness, preventive medicine, genetic testing, genomics, nutraceuticals, adult peripheral stem cell collection, storage and treatment, nutrition, exercise,…
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Testosterone replacement for men
Dr. Monica Carezani Gavin has been providing testosterone replacement therapy for men for the past 10 years at Azani Medical Spa in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. My patients come with symptoms of fatigue, poor libido, inability to do work outs as before, and mood issues, among many others. With the patient history, symptoms, and laboratory (blood or saliva) data for their hormones levels, we put together a plan for overall hormone replacement. We monitor the results, and adjust as necessary. The hormone replacement can be done with pills, creams, and intramuscular weekly injections at home, depending on needs and patient preference. Androgen deficiency in the aging male, ADAM for short, is also known as andropause, affects about 1 in 200 men. As men grow older, levels of free testosterone decrease and estrogen levels increase, leading to a many symptoms, including: Low libido, erectile dysfunction, decreased muscle mass, weight gain, depression, reduced cognitive…
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Medical Marijuana in Bethlehem and Hatboro
The PA state legislature approved medical marijuana. Dr. Monica Gavin is an approved provider by the PA Medical Marijuana program. This is the list of the qualifying conditions that medical marijuana can be used to treat in PA: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Anxiety disorders, Autism, Cancer, Crohn’s Disease, Dyskinetic Disorders, Damage to the nervous tissue of the spinal cord with objective neurological indication of intractable spasticity, Epilepsy, Glaucoma, HIV / AIDS, Huntington’s Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Intractable Seizures, Multiple Sclerosis, Neurodegenerative Disorders, Neuropathies, Opioid Use Disorder, Parkinson’s Disease, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Severe chronic or intractable pain of neuropathic origin or severe chronic or intractable pain in which conventional therapeutic intervention and opiate therapy is contraindicated or ineffective, Sickle Cell Anemia, Terminal Illness, Tourette syndrome. The patient or the patient’s caregiver must apply online for an ID card/access account on the PA medical marijuana website at https://padohmmp.custhelp.com/app/adult-patient-registration After a medical consultation with…
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PRP Facial rejuvenation.
A more natural way to look young Do you stare in the mirror and simply look TIRED? Facial lines and wrinkles appear more prevalent than ever and your face seems as if it is actually drooping! As we age, we start to lose elasticity in our skin due to the breakdown of collagen. Collagen is the latticework like structure that supports our skin and keeps it smooth, tight and youthful. For the past few decades, surgery was the most effective option. However, today several new, and less invasive, procedures are gaining popularity and producing amazing results! With our culture seeking out more natural and holistic approaches to looking younger, the PRP facial rejuvenation procedure has become a very popular treatment across the country. What is PRP? PRP stands for Platelet-Rich Plasma. PRP is part of your blood and contains healing growth factors that can improve skin tone, texture, and tightness by stimulating…
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Facelift offered at Azani Medical Spa in Bethlehem | Allentown | Lehigh Valley.
Azani Medical Spa in Bethlehem offers the Facelift procedure. In today’s cosmetic market, the facelift procedure holds a top spot as one of the top ten most popular surgical techniques. The facelift surgery is tailored to each patient’s individual and specific needs. These needs may include a brow lift, eyelid surgery, and laser skin resurfacing. Although wrinkles are common with age, the facelift procedure can assist by smoothing these wrinkles out. In addition, this cosmetic enhancement may also assist by rejuvenating the appearance of the skin and allowing for a patient to have younger looking skin. The facelift procedure usually lengthens below the skin to change the position of underlying facial muscles. The facelift procedure also works to tighten saggy skin, diminish the appearance of wrinkles, and decrease excess skin. Facelift is a fast, effective, and safe procedure. With the fast recovery period for a patient receiving a facelift, returning…
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Laser Skin Resurfacing|Skin Rejuvenation with Fraxel treatment offered at Azani Medical Spa in Bethlehem|Allentown|Lehigh Valley.
Azani Medical Spa in Bethlehem offers Laser Skin Resurfacing with Fraxel to treat wrinkles, fine lines, acne scars, sun-induced redness, melasma, and much more. Fraxel treatment for skin resurfacing is an innovative laser treatment which assists in removing years from the appearance of the skin. Laser skin resurfacing allows a patient to recover a more youthful look, by essentially restoring damaged skin with new, fresh skin. Fraxel treatment for skin resurfacing carries astonishing results with a fast recovery time. After treatment, patients will be able to quickly return to their normal daily activities and work. Primary targets of laser skin resurfacing include the fine lines and wrinkles of the face, loose eyelid skin, crow’s feet around the eyes, frown lines, brown spots, uneven skin tone, acne scars, loose skin around the neck, and much more. Laser skin resurfacing includes an in-office procedure with a topical anesthetic cream. This topical anesthetic…
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Melasma Cosmelan Depigmentation Mask at Azani Medical Spa in Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, Center Valley, and the Lehigh Valley.
Azani Medical Spa in Bethlehem is now offering the Cosmelan Depigmentation Mask for Melasma treatment. The most common cause of Melasma includes hyperpigmentation of the skin due to sun exposure. Additional causes may include hormonal changes during pregnancy, the usage of birth control pills, and aging. The Cosmelan Depigmentation Mask for Melasma treatment works to slow the production of melanin within the cells that cause hyperpigmentation. The Cosmelan Depigmentation Mask also works to eliminate pigmented areas of the skin or dark spots that make-up and creams often cannot hide. “Melasma treatment includes two professional medical grade mask applications, as well as a home care regimen without lasers or downtime. This combination constitutes for a highly effective treatment against melasma”, comments Dr. Gavin.
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Latisse at Azani Medical Spa Allentown Bethlehem Lehigh Valley
Azani Medical Spa in Bethlehem PA, offers Latisse for eyelash growth. According to studies, Latisse lengthens, thickens and darkens eyelashes via a process that isn’t fully understood. Like the hair on your head, eyelashes sprout, grow for a while and eventually fall out. Latisse both extends the growth phase and increases the number of hairs that sprout. Latisse is manufactured by Allergan, the makers of Botox. Call us at 610-625-3000 to purchase or email us at [email protected]
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Smartlipo (Laser Assisted) is offered at Azani Medical Spa in Allentown Bethlehem Lehigh Valley Center Valley
Lehigh Valley, PA – Azani Medical Spa in Bethlehem offers various Smartlipo procedures for removing unwanted fat deposits. Click here for additional information. Liposuction is the surgical removal of excess fat from fatty deposits between the skin and muscles. Liposuction has become a revolutionary surgery in the cosmetic industry, proving to be one of the best methods in eliminating unwanted body fat. “Sometimes, all the diet and exercise in the world can still leave you with parts of your body that hold too much fat”, comments Dr. Gavin. Two highly beneficial aspects of Smartlipo constitute for its popularity: minimal downtime and the use of a local anesthetic. After receiving the procedure, the patient may return to their normal daily routine as soon as the next day. However, the recovery time can sometimes last as long as three days. Smartlipo is conducted with local anesthesia contrasting from general anesthesia where minimum risk…
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