BOARD-CERTIFIED DERMATOLOGIST AND FOUNDER OF THE WEST INSTITUTE
Tina West, MD, PC
Dr. Tina B. West, the founder of The West Institute for Skin, Laser + Body Contouring, is a board-certified dermatologist and leading expert in cosmetic dermatology, laser surgery, and body contouring procedures.
For over twenty years, Dr. West has provided her patients in the Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Chevy Chase, MD, areas the most cutting-edge and reliable minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures available, including non-surgical facelift (Facelift in a Syringe™), dermal fillers, Botox & Dysport®, laser skin resurfacing, CoolSculpting®, liposuction, and more.
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Candela V-Beam Laser®
Treatment with the V-Beam® is well tolerated and does not break the skin’s surface. The light emitted from the laser is selectively absorbed by blood vessels which disappear a few weeks after treatment.
Most people require 2-3 treatment sessions to achieve maximal clearance of diffuse redness and/or visible capillaries…
The Candela V-Beam is a pulsed-dye laser that is considered the gold standard treatment for vascular skin conditions including:
- Rosacea
- Facial redness/”Broken” capillaries
- Scars
- Acne scars
- Stretch marks
Lutronic® LaseMD Ultra™ Fractional Laser Resurfacing
The Lutronic® LaseMD Ultra™ is a non-ablative fractional thulium laser designed for rapid, low down time skin resurfacing and rejuvenation. Treatment with Lutronic® LaseMD Ultra™ targets deeper skin layers while leaving the surface intact. The laser creates microscopic thermal zones that trigger the body’s natural healing response, boosting collagen and elastin production.
Fractional laser skin resurfacing targets:
- Pigmentation – Effectively erases sun damage including brown spots and freckles.
- Texture and aging changes – Improves fine lines, wrinkles, enlarged pores, and acne scars.
Advanced Facial Contouring
Signs of facial aging include skin laxity, volume loss, and persistent etched facial lines due to repeated muscle contraction (frown and forehead lines; crow’s feet).
Collagen and elastin loss in the skin begin in the 20’s, and eventually result in jowls, a common presenting concern of patients. Eventually, volume loss (and bone loss which occurs in the chin in women) leads to a tired, saggy or angry appearance.
Biostimulators like Sculptra® and Radiesse® work to naturally and gradually replace volume loss by triggering the body’s natural collagen production. Sculptra and Radiesse® provide long-lasting structural support and skin tightening and can also be used to improve skin quality and skin laxity on the body.
Dermal fillers made of hyaluronic acid, a sugar found in skin ‘s dermis naturally, provide immediate volume and definition, and are especially appropriate for correcting volume loss in the chin, marionette lines, and undereye hollows. Dr. West helped to pioneer the earliest fillers in the 90’s and therefore has decades of experience in providing the most natural results in balancing the face for a refreshed appearance.
Neuromodulators such as Botox, Dysport and Jeuveau relax specific muscle groups, particularly the vertical lines between the brows, horizontal forehead lines and crow’s feet. Neuromodulators can also be used to soften neck bands and chin dimpling, as well as other indications.
Lutronic® Radiofrequency Microneedling
Lutronic® RF microneedling is a treatment for all skin types that can be performed during any time of the year because it bypasses the skin’s surface (epidermis) and safely delivers energy to the underlying dermis to improve skin texture and tighten skin anywhere on the face or body.
By delivering customized energy precisely to the dermis, radiofrequency microneedling creates a micro-injury to jump-start your body’s natural healing process for firm and renewed skin. Energy delivery by the Lutronic® device stimulates growth of collagen and elastin to improve surface texture. Unlike Morpheus RF microneedling, the Lutronic® device uses coated needles, minimizing the incidence of any side effects and improving comfort.
Hair Enhancement & Restoration
Keralase™ is a non-invasive needle-free hair restoration treatment combining Lutronic®’s LaseMD Ultra™ laser with proprietary KeraFactor® serum to stimulate hair growth in men and women. The procedure is generally painless, with most patients reporting a slight tingling or warmth.
Increased blood flow and enhanced nutrient absorption result in thicker, healthier hair with no downtime.
How it works:
The LaseMD laser creates microchannels in the scalp, increasing the permeability of the skin to allow for deep absorption of the serum.
Serum Application:
Kerafactor™ serum, which contains growth factors and skin nutrients, is applied to the scalp. This serum contains a higher concentration of growth factors than typical platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatments, without requiring needles.
Benefits and Results:
- Keralase™ is effective for hair thinning due to stress, hormonal changes, or environmental factors.
- No downtime is required.
- While hair transplants may take 6-12 months for visible results, Keralase™ results are often visible in 3-6 months.
Custom Medical Grade Skincare products
Dr. West offers simple, effective, science-based skincare to improve skin quality without being complicated or irritating. Her Cellular Skin Science™ product line encompasses everything you need to reverse and protect your skin from sun damage and skin changes associated with the aging process, such as brown spots and uneven tone, fine lines, pronounced pore appearance and redness. The inclusive product line includes The Winter Collection, which was formulated specifically for harsh, high-altitude conditions, as well as The Perfect Shade which is a cult favorite mineral sunscreen among women because of its full protection that also delivers a beautiful glow while blurring imperfections.
Let Dr. West design a customized skin care regimen just for you to ensure healthy, even skin over your lifetime at any altitude for women, men and teens.
