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Skin

Category description from CMS — written by our Islington dental team with treatment photos from real patients.

12 articlesUpdated Apr 2026

Journal · Category

How to Get Rid of Dark Circles: Safe & Effective Clinic-Based Treatments

How to get rid of dark circles: safe and effective clinic-based treatments, plus natural home remedies and the underlying causes to look out for.

Dr Vishal Patel

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Spider veins: doctor examining the visible veins on a patient's lower leg

Spider Veins: Causes, Symptoms and Safe Treatment Options to Remove Them

Spider veins: causes, symptoms and safe treatment options to remove them — microsclerotherapy, laser therapy, and how to prevent them from returning.

Dr Vishal Patel

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Skin tightening for loose skin: side-by-side portraits of a mature woman comparing skin quality before and after treatment

Skin Tightening Treatments for Loose Skin: Best Laser & Radiofrequency Options

Skin tightening treatments for loose skin: best laser and radiofrequency options — causes of loose skin, how each treatment works, and who they suit.

Dr Vishal Patel

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Laser tattoo removal: clinician in protective glasses treating a patient's arm tattoo with a laser

Laser Tattoo Removal: Benefits, How It Works & What to Expect

Laser tattoo removal: benefits, how it works, and what to expect — the procedure, aftercare, possible complications, and honest London cost guidance.

Dr Vishal Patel

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Jowls: woman lying back during a facial treatment with a handheld device on her forehead

Jowls: Causes, Treatments, and Exercises to Tighten Sagging Skin

Why jowls form and what helps — at-home care, facial exercises and professional options such as skin boosters, filler and thread lifts.

Dr Vishal Patel

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Body sculpting safety: woman holding the skin around her waist with a tape measure over her shoulder

Is Body Sculpting Safe? Side Effects and Risks to Know Before Treatment

Is body sculpting safe? Side effects and risks to know before treatment, who should avoid it, and how to prepare for the best results.

Dr Vishal Patel

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HydraFacial benefits: woman lying back during a hydrating facial treatment with a handheld device

HydraFacial Benefits: 9 Reasons to Try This Skin Treatment

HydraFacial benefits: 9 reasons to try this skin treatment — how it works, what it can address, and how often to have it for the best results.

Dr Vishal Patel

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Smile line treatment: smiling woman resting her chin on her hand against a pink background

How to Get Rid of Smile Lines: Expert-Approved Treatments That Work

How to get rid of smile lines: treatments that work — anti-wrinkle treatment, fillers, laser, peels and prevention tips.

Dr Vishal Patel

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Hyperpigmentation treatment for different skin types: portrait of a woman with freckles across her cheeks and nose

How to Choose the Right Hyperpigmentation Treatment for Different Skin Types

Choosing a hyperpigmentation treatment for your skin type — causes, topical options, professional treatments and clear cost guidance.

Dr Vishal Patel

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Skin care routine by age: smiling woman touching her cheeks with her fingertips

How to Build a Skin Care Routine in Your 20s, 30s, 40s and Beyond

How to build a skin care routine in your 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond — the basics everyone needs, plus how to adapt your routine as your skin changes.

Dr Vishal Patel

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Small amber glass vials on a stone tray in a calm treatment room

What Are Polynucleotides? A Clinician's Guide

Polynucleotides explained by a dentist. The science, the safety, the regulation, the brands. Educational guide from Dental & Wellness London.

Dr Vishal Patel

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Two closed syringe boxes and a small glass vial on a stone tray

Profhilo vs dermal fillers — what's the actual difference?

Profhilo treats skin quality; fillers add volume. Different problems, often combined. Prescribed by Dr Vishal Patel BDS MSc GDC 103127, Islington.

Dr Vishal Patel

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A clinician assessing the skin on a woman's upper arm, soft daylight

Profhilo Structura — the body treatment explained

Body-formulation Profhilo for arms, knees, inner thighs and abdomen: indication-led, honest about outcomes. Prescribed by Dr Vishal Patel, GDC 103127.

Dr Vishal Patel

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A woman touching her cheek in a mirror, fresh hydrated skin, morning light

Profhilo results timeline — week by week

Day one to month six — a realistic week-by-week Profhilo timeline. Prescribed by Dr Vishal Patel BDS MSc GDC 103127, Islington.

Dr Vishal Patel

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A woman's neck and collarbone area in soft daylight, natural skin

Profhilo for the neck and décolletage

A dedicated neck-and-décolletage Profhilo technique — honest results expectations. Prescribed by Dr Vishal Patel BDS MSc GDC 103127, Islington.

Dr Vishal Patel

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A calm treatment room with a couch and a small tray of vials

Profhilo cost in London — transparent pricing

Profhilo £350 per session · £625 two-session starting course · consultation £65 redeemable · prescribed by Dr Vishal Patel BDS MSc GDC 103127, Islington.

Dr Vishal Patel

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Profhilo before and after: gloved clinician injecting near a woman's temple during a skin treatment

Profhilo Before and After — What Bio-Remodelling Actually Changes (and What It Doesn't)

Profhilo before and after — what the treatment changes, the realistic timeline, and why we do not publish patient photos. From a clinic in Islington.

Dr Vishal Patel

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A woman applying a gentle moisturiser to her face in a bathroom mirror

Profhilo aftercare — what to expect and how to support the result

Profhilo aftercare hour by hour — what to avoid, how to support the biostimulator response. Prescribed by Dr Vishal Patel BDS MSc GDC 103127, Islington.

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