In this blog we will take a look at what polynucleotides are, and why our patients at The Body Work Clinic in Cambridge love this versatile and regenerative new treatment.

What are polynucleotides?

Polynucleotides are DNA fractions that are derived from either salmon or trout DNA. When the polynucleotides are injected into the skin they bio stimulate the cells under the epidermis and this starts off a regenerative process beneath the skin.

How do polynucleotides improve skin quality?

Polynucleotides stimulate collagen production through their ability to activate fibroblasts, the cells responsible for producing collagen and other structural proteins in the skin. When polynucleotides are introduced into the skin through treatments such as Plinest injections they interact with cell receptors and signalling pathways that trigger fibroblasts to increase collagen synthesis.

Additionally, polynucleotides can also enhance the expression of growth factors and cytokines that further stimulate collagen production. By promoting collagen synthesis, polynucleotides help improve skin elasticity, firmness, and overall youthfulness, making them a valuable component in anti-aging and skin rejuvenation treatments.

What does an increase of collagen and elastin do for skin health?

 

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As we age collagen and elastin levels decrease. This leads to sagging, loose and wrinkled skin. By Increasing our levels of collagen and elastin we will see improved skin firmness , tone and texture as well as less lines and wrinkles.

What’s the difference between polynucleotides and dermal fillers?

When we inject dermal fillers we add volume to the face. Polynucleotides don’t add any volume. Instead, this treatment uses your own biology to rejuvenate the skin from the outside in. 

Polynucleotides are therefore beneficial for patients who would like to improve their skin quality without adding volume; but equally polynucleotides are also great for patients who want to have dermal fillers and get the benefit of improved skin quality as well.

Where can polynucleotides be injected?

Polynucleotides can be injected in the face, neck and decolletage. One of the benefits of this treatment is that you can place the polynucleotides closer to the aye area than a lot of other treatments. 

Polynucleotides will also work to firm skin on the body for example the stomach or knees. They also have the amazing property of being able to stimulate hair growth and as a result of this they can be injected into the scalp.

Have polynucleotides been tried and tested?

Yes they have! This treatment has been used in traditional medicine for many years for problems such as healing chronic wounds. The efficacy of this treatment and the fact it has been tried and tested for many years before finding its way into the world of aesthetics means we know that it is a safe and effective treatment for our patients at The Body Work Clinic.

If you would like to know more about how polynucleotides could improve your skin health we would welcome you to book a consultation at our clinic in Cambridge.

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If you have been good, and spent your time watching what you’ve been eating and working out in the gym you’re probably already beach body ready. However, if the diet and exercise routine suffered from ‘failure to launch’ we are here to help.

At The Body Work Clinic in Cambridge we have a range of the latest technologies that can help you to shift those last few pounds and tighten those jiggly bits to get you bikini ready for the summer season. From freezing your fat, building muscle (without going to the gym), to firming and sculpting, if you want to know more, read on!

Coolsculpting in Cambridge

Coolsculpting is a very popular treatment among our patients at The Body Work Clinic. This fat reduction treatment, also known as Fat Freezing, is great for targeting specific pockets of fat that patients are finding difficult to shift.

The Coolsculpting applicators are positioned on areas where you have stubborn fat and these areas are then targeted by the cold technology that freezes the fat cells. After the Coolsculpting treatment your body naturally eliminates the fat from your system, leaving you looking trimmer with a reduction in fat.

This treatment can be used to target the tummy, inner and outer thighs, love handles,  upper arms, back and bra fat, legs, knee pads, under the buttocks, jawline and chin. It can also be used on the chest, but only for male patients. 

Coolsculpting works well on patients who are already active and have a good diet but are struggling with stubborn fat that is proving difficult to get rid of.

Emsculpt treatment

If you’re wanting to reduce fat and build muscle in one go, you may be interested in Emsculpt, a non-invasive treatment that can help you on the journey towards getting your body in shape for this summer.

Clinically proven to reduce fat by an average of 19% and to build muscle by an average of 16%, Emsculpt works by projecting thousands of induced, powerful muscle contractions to targeted areas of the body. These contractions result in the body responding by building muscle which leads to a more sculpted look.

Emsculpt is safe, effective, non-surgical treatment suitable for treating the tummy, buttocks, arms, calves and thighs.

Exilis Ultra at The Body Work Clinic

At the opposite end of fat freezing we find the Exilis Ultra, a sophisticated piece of radiofrequency technology which uses warmth rather than freezing to tighten and firm. The Exilis Ultra can be used for both face and body rejuvenation regardless of your BMI or skin type.

Not only is this treatment non surgical but it is fast and effective and it offers a 30% reduction in skin laxity, which makes it a great option for firming up loose and flabby bits on the body.

The Exilis can be used on the arms, tummy and decolletage, all the bits that will be on show when you’re wearing your bikini, on the beach, sipping on a Pina Colada.

A healthy diet and exercise should always be your first port of call when you’re trying to achieve a beach body, but we all know life sometimes gets in the way of our best intentions. So, if you’re struggling with stubborn fat we’re here to help at the Body Work Clinic in Cambridge. 

If you’d like to book in for a consultation we would be more than happy to advise you which of our fat reduction and body sculpting technologies would be best for your particular concerns.

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