Guide In Stopping Acne | Shinagawa Aesthetics Blog

Guide In Stopping Acne

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Having acne, especially lots of it, is never good at all.

Breakouts are bad enough as it is already, but anyone who suffers from post-pimple hyperpigmentation knows that dealing with the aftermath is even worse.

While some people can be lucky as spots will clear up straight away right after, others are not. For the unlucky ones, acne lingers in the form of red or brown marks that can last for weeks (even months), and can lead to long-term white and pitted scars if not treated properly.

If you’re under the unlucky category, you shouldn’t be discouraged. There are ways to handle your breakouts properly. A proper skincare routine, along with professional help can get the job done for you.

Here are some key tips that can help you prevent and treat acne:

Don’t pick on those spots – Picking causes inflammation which can lead to longer-term scarring.

Wear SPF properly – Sun exposure can make redness worse, so use a dedicated sunscreen on your face.

Take necessary supplements – Zinc is renowned for its ability to heal skin from the inside so pop a pill with your morning drink.

Assess your diet the right way – To prevent spots from marking in the first place, avoid food and drink high in inflammatory ingredients like caffeine and sugar.

Moisturize – Skin is only healthy and able to heal and function at its best when it’s well-hydrated.

Seek professional help – You also need a helping hand from an expert dermatologist to have your acne treated or prevented in the first place.

Our experienced dermatologists at Shinagawa Aesthetics know a thing or two about how to handle acne the right way. Have your FREE derma consultation now! Call our Patient Care Lines (+632) 7-368 5238 | (+63) 917 862 7454 | (+63) 921 217 0517 to book an appointment.

Who Benefits From LASIK | Shinagawa LASIK Blog

Who Benefits From LASIK?

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LASIK constantly helps millions of people worldwide enjoy the convenience and freedom that crystal-clear vision provides.

How would your life be if you’re no longer held back by a blurry vision? How would your life change if you’re no longer limited by your glasses or contacts?

Our LASIK patients at Shinagawa can answer that for you as they themselves know the night and day difference.

Here are some of those who benefit from LASIK and the brighter vision it instantly delivers:

Busy Professionals

LASIK defeats eye strain and fatigue, helping do-it-all professionals in their careers on a daily basis.

“LASIK has definitely changed my life. I feel like I became a better person because of LASIK. I’m more present as a mother. I’m more efficient when I work. And when I do shoots, I just don’t have to think about anything else,” shared actress, endorser, and entrepreneur Isabelle Daza.

“Of course, being an ophthalmologist myself, I need to have a sharp vision that can help me further in my profession,” expressed Dr. Charo Rayos del Sol. “That’s why I had LASIK here in our very own clinic here at Shinagawa to improve my eyesight and it was so smooth and very comfortable.”

Super Moms and Dads

LASIK lessens stress for hardworking moms and dads every day by taking away their visual problems.

“Taking care of three kids all at the same time is no joke. My bright vision makes it easier as I won’t have to deal anymore with problems with glasses, something that used to get lost and broken often. Given also my work and my started career as a mom-vlogger, this brighter vision definitely gives me a lot of advantage now,” said Jaye Magyani-Vijandre, a dedicated mother of three.

Outdoor Adventurers

LASIK gives active people and outdoor adventurers freedom to explore minus all the worries.

“It just feels surreal to finally be able to see the world crystal clear again as I seem to have forgotten the feeling of having a normal vision. It feels amazing to wake up and see everything a lot clearer than before without putting my glasses on, which is something I never thought would happen one day,” said Diana Bejo, a constant traveler.

In a lot of ways, LASIK is bound to enhance a person’s life by significantly improving one’s vision for a better lifestyle.

Call our Patient Care Lines: (+632) 7-368 5238 l (+63) 917 862 7454 l (+63) 921 217 0517 and see how LASIK can help you have a better life.

Problems Faced By People With Cataract | Shinagawa Cataract Blog

Problems Faced By People With Cataract

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One condition that affects vision is cataract, which is very common among the elderly.

With your eyes, you get to see things, you get to distinguish many colors and shapes even in the dimmest light. Still, things can go awry when your eyes happen to malfunction for whatever reason.

Imagine yourself out in the open, with the surrounding lights too bright and glaring for your eyes to bear whilst the colors are not as bright as they should be.

This is an example of problems faced by people with cataracts every day. Unfortunately, this is only an early symptom of cataract, which if untreated can get worse, and eventually result in the tragic loss of vision and function of the eyes.

A cataract may not be fatal but it is detrimental to eyesight. Insidiously, cataracts arise many different problems for the patients. Some of the problems faced include:

1. Cloudy Vision

Cloudy vision is the most common problem faced by cataract patients. The clouding at the eye lens causes the images to fail to land properly at the retina. Although blurry vision can be overcome by using glasses, it may continue to worsen over time.

2. Yellowish Vision

A yellowish tinge that covers other colors is one of the common symptoms of cataract due to the clumps of protein. Although the symptom may not occur at a regular interval at the beginning, if left untreated for a long time patients will start to gradually see a yellow tint on every image. In the long run, it reduces the ability of them to distinguish colors.

3. Double Vision

Due to the clouding at the eye lens, diffraction may cause a single object to appear multiple either in a single eye or both eyes. This is also called diplopia. Having diplopia means it is painful to move the eyes, with pain around the eyes and having droopy eyelids.

4. Poor Night Vision

When patients’ eyes are exposed to light in a dark environment, the lights could be too glaring for the eyes. This is due to the diffraction caused by the clouding and caused a halo to appear around the light sources. Similar to astigmatism, any glaring light can impede one’s vision to see clearly.

This causes one to have a bad vision at night, causing routine activities such as driving to be difficult and potentially dangerous.

5. Headaches

Diffractions cause difficulties for the eyes to receive lights and images. Such difficulties precipitate pressure and tension in the eyes which leads to headaches. Eventually, headaches are a common problem faced by cataract patients.

6. Frequent Change in Optical Power

A key symptom of cataract is the frequent change of optical power. As the optical power often increases, the spectacles also need to be changed frequently which is an intricate situation for those who need glasses for visual aid. Not to mention the additional costs that will be incurred for the lenses to be changed.

Fortunately, cataract is curable. At the early stage of cataract, any visual aid like glasses is enough to improve vision. Surgical procedures are always the best and most essential options, though. The procedure removes the clouded lens and replaces it with artificial ones.

That’s why having cataract surgery is the best and only way to go about it. Our doctors are experts when it comes to cataracts. Call our Patient Care Lines: (+632) 7-368 5238 l (+63) 917 862 7454 l (+63) 921 217 0517.

Foods To Avoid And Eat With Braces | Shinagawa Dental Blog

Foods To Avoid And Eat With Braces

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People with braces know the struggle of picking the right foods to eat. They have to, of course, consider their health and then, they have to be conscious of their braces, too.

Although braces have become sturdier with modern technology, it’s still important to be careful not to damage them. Certain foods can damage braces components like the rubber bands, wires, or even the bracket itself. Generally, avoid all foods that are sticky, hard, or chewy. Soft foods are most recommended for those who wear braces because they are gentler on braces hardware.

Here are some foods you should avoid when wearing braces:

  • Popcorn
  • Nuts
  • Hard taco shells
  • Sticky and hard candy
  • Gum
  • Ice
  • Corn chips
  • Pretzels
  • Hard cookies or crackers
  • Sticky or hard chocolate

For some foods, you should try to avoid biting into hard foods with your front teeth. When possible, cut up these hard foods into smaller pieces:

  • Raw vegetables
  • Croutons
  • French/Italian bread
  • Fruit
  • Hard rolls
  • Thin crust pizza
  • Meat
  • Burgers
  • Sub sandwiches
  • Corn on the cob

Recommended foods when wearing braces:

  • Hull-less popcorn
  • Yogurt
  • Bananas, grapes, oranges, strawberries, and other fruits without pits
  • Light crackers or cookies
  • Cheese
  • Mashed potatoes
  • Peanut butter and jelly
  • Ravioli, spaghetti, macaroni and cheese, and other noodle dishes

Maintaining a healthy, nutritious diet is important for oral health and overall health.

The healthier your body is, the better the results of your orthodontic treatment because a proper diet provides essential nutrients to bones and tissues undergoing significant change during braces treatment.

Want to know the best practices for your braces? Consult our expert dentists! Call our Patient Care Lines: (+632) 7-368 5238 | (+63) 917 862 7454 | (+63) 921 217 0517 to schedule a FREE dental consultation.