Lines and Wrinkles
Lines, wrinkles and sagging skin are a result of aging, due to the loss of elasticity, thinning and increase in the dryness of the skin. A personalised treatment plan can help to:
- Tighten sagging skin
- Smoothen wrinkles
- Restore hydration in your skin
- Reduce the appearance of fine lines
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Our Doctors
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Dr. SK Tan
Special Interest
- Hyper-pigmentation
- Anti-Aging
- Acne
- Acne Scarring
- Ingredient Studies
Dr. SK Tan
Dr Tan graduated in 1971, with a Bachelors of Medicine (MB) and a Bachelors of Surgery (BS) from the University of Malaya. Dr Tan’s interest in dermatology led him to train at the St John’s Institute of Dermatology in London in the 1970s and he has since been focused in the field of aesthetic dermatology.
- MBBS
- Diploma in Venereology (University of London)
- Diploma in Dermatology (University of Wales)
- Diploma in Cosmetic Science (UK)
- Master of Business Administration
- Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD)
He is a member of numerous medical associations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the International Society of Cosmetic Laser Surgeons, and the International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology. Dr Tan was one of the first local doctors to be certified by the American Board of Anti-Aging Medicine. His personal interest in pigmentary disorders and acne has also led him to become an International Member of the Pigmentary Disorders Society of India, the Asian Society of Pigment Cell Research, and the American Acne and Rosacea Society (AARS).
Dr Tan’s work has led him to be invited to speak at numerous international conferences in the US, Europe and throughout the Asia Pacific region. He is a co-editor of “Handbook of Cosmetic Microbiology”, a reference book published by Marcel Dekker, and his papers have been published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, International Journal of Dermatology, Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, and Expert Review of Dermatology, and has contributed a chapter in the reference book ‘Pigmentary Disorders: A Comprehensive Compendium’.
Special Interest
- Hyper-pigmentation
- Anti-Aging
- Acne
- Acne Scarring
- Ingredient Studies
Dr. Ben Yim
Special Interest
- Anti-aging
- Hyper-pigmentation
- Body-Contouring
- Fat Reduction
Dr. Ben Yim
Dr Yim graduated from Monash University in Australia with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree. He has also earned a Master of Science in Clinical Dermatology from the University of London and more recently in Non-Surgical Facial Aesthetics from Anglia Ruskin University in UK, as well as a Graduate Diploma in Family Physicians in National University of Singapore.
- M.B.B.S (Monash University) 1994
- Diploma Practical Dermatology (University of Wales College of Medicine) 1998
- MSc. Clinical Dermatology (University of London) 1999
- MBA (University of Chicago) 2011
- MSc Non-Surgical Facial Aesthetics (Anglia Ruskin) 2018
- GDFM (NUS) 2019
Dr Yim has been practicing aesthetic medicine in private practice since 2000. The former director of Clinical Aesthetics & Laser Centre has been offering a wide armamentarium of aesthetic services including Botox, fillers for facial enhancement, skin tightening with Thermage FLX, Ulthera and fractional lasers, threadlifts, and non-invasive body contouring treatments.
As a trainer for Allergan Medical Institute in Singapore, Dr Yim has been invited to speak and train for numerous aesthetic workshops and conferences including “The Advanced Facial Anatomy and Injectables Workshop”, Botox and Filler injectable training workshops organized by Allergan, “The Singapore Disease Conference 2008” and “1st International Conference on Healthcare Transformation 2008” and Forum for Professional Self-regulation jointly organized by the SingHealth Centre for Health Services Research and the NUS Medical Society, to name a few.
Dr Yim comes from a family of four doctors, all in private practice in family medicine. Despite the move into full-time aesthetic medicine, Dr Yim has also taken an interest in family medicine pursuing a Master degree in Medicine in Family Medicine in NUS in which he hopes to complete in 2020.
Outside of his profession, Dr Yim also actively participates in social projects such as tattoo laser removal for prison inmates and teenage delinquents. For leisure, he enjoys golf, reading, playing the piano and running – he has participated in several half-marathons.
Special Interest
- Anti-aging
- Hyper-pigmentation
- Body-Contouring
- Fat Reduction
Dr. Liz Lum YX
Special Interest
- Acne
- Acne Scarring
- Fillers
- Neurotoxin Injection - Botox
- Face Lifting
- Facial Slimming and Contouring
Dr. Liz Lum YX
Dr Liz Lum YX graduated from Trinity College in Dublin with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree. She has also earned a graduate diploma in aesthetic medicine with the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM). Apart from these, Dr Lum has also attained certification by the Ministry of Health accredited bodies under the Singapore Medical Council’s Aesthetics Dermatology Education Group for various aesthetics procedures. Before joining IDS, Dr Liz Lum YX was a surgical trainee with the hand surgery department in SGH.
- MBBCH BAO (Trinity College Dublin)
- Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine, American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
- Accredited by the Aesthetic Practice Oversight Committee (Singapore Medical Council) for Certificates of Competence in Aesthetic Procedures
- Diploma in Cosmetic Science (UK)
Jean Cocteau once said, “If there is a defect in the soul, it cannot be corrected on the face; but if there is a defect on the face and one corrects it, it can correct a soul.”
For this reason, Dr Liz Lum YX has a special interest in acne treatment that dates back to times when she had to deal with her own acne problems and breakouts. This drove her to identify the need for innovative products and treatments to treat acne problems. She strongly believes that many acne prone patients will benefit from a combination of innovative dermatological products, lasers and medications.
Dr Liz Lum YX’s other interests include injectables such as botulinum toxins, fillers and laser treatments for pigmentary disorders. Outside of her profession, she enjoys travelling and spending quality time with her family, friends and loved ones over good meals, movies, and a cup of coffee.
Special Interest
- Acne
- Acne Scarring
- Fillers
- Neurotoxin Injection - Botox
- Face Lifting
- Facial Slimming and Contouring
Dr. Ian Tan
Special Interest
- Acne
- Anti-Aging
- Body Contouring
- Face Lifting
- Facial Slimming and Contouring
- Hair Regrowth
- Weight Management
Dr. Ian Tan
Dr Tan graduated from the National University of Singapore and is one of the few medical doctors selected to lead the Singapore National Healthcare Group surgical residency program. He had his basic years of training in various hospital surgical specialties and he obtained Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (General Surgery) in 2013.
- MBBS (Singapore)
- MRCS (Edinburgh)
- GDFM (Singapore)
- GDFP Dermatology (Singapore)
- Certificate in Aesthetic Medicine, Amercian Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
- Accredited by the Aesthetic Practice Oversight Committee (Singapore Medical Council) for Certificates of Competence in Aesthetic Procedures
- Diploma in Cosmetic Science (UK)
- Accredited Family Physician
- Basic Obesity Management Accreditation 2 (BOMA 2)
- Certificate Course in Andrology
Through his practice, he developed a keen clinical interest in dermatological conditions and has obtained a Diploma in Dermatology (FP) from NUS. Dr Tan aims to help his patients achieve beauty through science by using appropriate skincare, aesthetic procedures and lasers. He believes his experience in surgery will complement his work in aesthetic and dermatological procedures at the IDS clinic.
A former national, Dr Tan was an avid athlete during his college days and developed him in local and regional canoe competitions. Outside of his profession, he enjoys running and going to the gym.
Special Interest
- Acne
- Anti-Aging
- Body Contouring
- Face Lifting
- Facial Slimming and Contouring
- Hair Regrowth
- Weight Management
Dr. Michelle Wong
Special Interest
- Acne
- Acne Scarring
- Focused Ultrasound Lifting
- Skin Brightening
- Cryo based Treatment
Dr. Michelle Wong
Dr Michelle Wong graduated from The University of Melbourne, Australia with a Bachelors of Medicine, Bachelors of Surgery and Bachelors of Medical Science. She obtained her post-graduate Diploma in Clinical Dermatology with Distinction from the Queen Mary University of London, and holds a Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine with the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM).
- MBBS from The University of Melbourne, Australia
- Diploma in Clinical Dermatology from Queen Mary University of London
- Diploma in Aesthetics Medicine from American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
- Diploma in Cosmetic Science (UK)
In aesthetics, Dr Wong believes she has discovered her ikigai – the intersection of what she is both good at and loves doing. Her preferred tools of the trade are injectables such as Botox and Fillers, which she wields with finesse and intuition - often achieving what her patients desire but cannot express through words. Out of passion and interest, she regularly attends conferences and workshops, eager to learn about the latest treatments and techniques to further hone her craft.
Combining the science of medicine with the art of beauty, Dr Wong provides an honest consult to help her patients achieve their skincare and beauty goals. She believes in understated elegance – a focus on a less-is-more approach - and works to enhance her patients’ natural features whilst instilling self-confidence. Her reassuring and gentle approach puts patients at ease allowing her to achieve maximum results through safe and effective procedures.
In her free time, Dr Wong enjoys taking long walks with her dog at the park. Her family praises her inner domestic goddess that can whip up an impressive variety of home-cooked meals. She is also active in church medical missions and believes in contributing back to society through her God-given gifts and talents.
Special Interest
- Acne
- Acne Scarring
- Focused Ultrasound Lifting
- Skin Brightening
- Cryo based Treatment
Dr. Vivian Yong
Special Interest
- Acne
- Acne Scarring
- Fillers
- Neurotoxin Injection - Botox
- Face Lifting
- Facial Enhancement
Dr. Vivian Yong
Dr Vivian Yong graduated from National University of Singapore in 2006, and has an experience of more than 10 years in Aesthetics. She has also accumulated extensive surgical skills and experience from various rotations in general surgery, ophthalmology, and ENT.
- MBBS
- GDFM
Dr Vivian has always had a natural inclination towards science subjects and this led her into medicine. During her medical graduate days, she developed a keen interest in Aesthetics and Skincare, and she believes that Aesthetics is one area that allows her to help a patient achieve their ideal artistic expression based on science. While Dr Vivian is always keen to accommodate her patients’ needs, she ensures that their welfare remains the utmost priority. This is why Dr Vivian is loved by her patients for always being meticulous and attentive to details.
Dr Vivian’s eye for beauty goes beyond aesthetics. Outside the clinic, Dr Vivian loves to spend her time in leather crafting and jewelry making, transforming basics into beauty. She also loves spending her quiet time exercising in the gym or chilling at home with her loved one.
Special Interest
- Acne
- Acne Scarring
- Fillers
- Neurotoxin Injection - Botox
- Face Lifting
- Facial Enhancement
Photoaging
“Photoaging” is a term frequently used by healthcare professionals to describe the skin changes caused by ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sun exposure. The term ’photo’ refers to ‘light’. UV light and blue-ray light penetrate into the inner layers of the skin and create free radicals that can break down collagen and elastin and cause inflammation to the skin.
Signs of photoaging are:
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Increase in wrinkles and lines that give a ‘weather beaten’ look of the skin
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Discoloration of the skin (eg. pigmentation and yellowing of the skin)
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Increase in roughness and dryness of the skin
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Increase blotchy redness of the skin due to the visibility of the fine blood vessels
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Increase in harmful skin growth that can eventually lead to skin cancer (eg. actinic keratoses and Bowen's disease)
How does our skin age?
Intrinsic aging
“Intrinsic aging” (“chronological aging”) refers to a natural, inevitable, genetical aging process. Intrinsic aging could be due to hormonal shifts in our bodies, our bodies’ inability to repair cellular damage, or dependent on factors such as anatomical variations and ethnicity.
Extrinsic Aging
“Extrinsic aging” refers to the aging changes of the skin due to external factors from our environment (eg. sun exposure, smoking, stressful lifestyle, lack of sleep and more recently blue-light rays (also known as ‘high energy light’) from the sun and emissions from LED screens from our computers, TV and handphones.
Skin-tightening Treatments
Non-Invasive Radio Frequency Treatment
Non-invasive radiofrequency treatments can smoothen, tighten and contour skin for an overall younger-looking appearance.
This treatment method uses mono-polar radiofrequency to produce deep bulk heating in the skin and the layers under the skin to produce immediate contraction and tightening of all the tissues.
Results may be seen 3-5 months after the first session when the skin heals and produces collagen and elastin.
Intra-oral Laser Rejuvenation
This treatment method uses a non-ablative Er:YAG laser of wavelength 2940nm applied through a safe handheld device targeting the insides of your cheeks, as well as the inner corners of your lower and upper lips.
This controlled and gentle bulk heating from the inside of your mouth stimulates collagen contraction for overall improvement of skin tautness and elasticity.
Fractional Radiofrequency Microneedling
This treatment method uses the technology of fine sterilized needles with bipolar radiofrequency to tighten the skin, through the stimulation of collagen. It has been shown to strengthen the basement membrane of the skin and reduce the spread of pigmentation to the deeper layers below it.
Certain procedures using this treatment method reduce the superficial blood vessels in the skin, thereby also reducing the stimulatory effects on the pigment cells in melasma. One may see an improvement in texture, pigmentation and redness on the skin after a series of monthly treatments.
High Intensity Focused Ultrasound/Micro Focused Ultrasound
High-intensity ultrasound waves are used to target the layers under the skin called the SMAS(superficial musculoaponeurotic system). It is this layer that is addressed during a surgical facelift. The ultrasound waves are delivered to a specific area of the skin to stimulate collagen production and tighten skin.
Certain HIFU procedures are able to non-invasively lift the eyebrows on the face. HIFU procedures are commonly used to treat patients with heavy sagging lower cheeks and a poorly defined jawline.
Fractional Erbium Glass laser
This is a non-ablative laser that delivers tiny columns of laser into the skin at spaced intervals. These columns of skin get coagulated by the heat from the laser and heal with production of collagen.
New collagen is formed around these laser columns as early as 2 weeks after the treatment and results in gradual improvement in wrinkles and tightening of the skin. The outer layer of the skin, where the laser columns enter the skin, is renewed resulting in an improvement in the colour tone and texture.
Alternative Treatment Types
Alternative Treatment Types
Topical skincare products
Choosing skincare products with the proper ingredients is essential to help you build an effective skincare regimen. Here are some ingredients that can help improve your skin’s condition.
Oral Supplements
Oral supplements carrying antioxidants from varying sources are known to be effective in preventing skin changes of aging, and also, to some extent, improving the visible changes of fine lines, wrinkles, texture and tone.
Lycopene is a powerful tomato extract with antioxidant properties. Taken on a regular basis, lycopene is able to protect the skin against free-radical damage which may cause wrinkling and laxity, but also prevent UV-induced pigmentation.
Studies have shown that fern extract is able to reduce the inflammation of the skin and the post-inflammatory darkening of the skin after UV exposure. Together with the topical sunblocks, it is a comprehensive way of protecting our skin when we are under the sun for prolonged periods of time.
Injectable Treatments
Injectable Treatments
Botulinum Toxin
Hyperactive muscles create repetitive wrinkling of our skin, which accelerates the appearance of wrinkles on our faces. Botulinum toxin such as Botox, Dysport & Xeomin reduces the appearance of facial wrinkles by weakening these hyperactive muscles.
Common facial areas used on are:
Fillers
Dermal fillers are gel-like substances that are injected beneath the skin to restore lost volume, smoothen lines and soften creases. It can also create a lifting effect, improving saggy skin.
Compounds used in fillers include Hyaluronic Acid, Calcium Hydroxylapatite, and Lactic Acid. The rejuvenating results from fillers may last up to a year or more and the procedure may be repeated as often as required.
Results of skin fillers on the face may include:
Polynucleotides (PDRNs)
Polynucleotides are injectable treatments for skin regeneration. This active ingredient is derived from natural DNA, which promotes skin cell growth by inducing fibroblast and collagen production. (PDRNs) also have an anti-inflammatory effect, improving elasticity and hydration, and reducing wrinkles.
Injectable Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid injectables restore hydration in the skin, resulting in more supple and glowy skin. Hyaluronic acid injection into the superficial layers of the skin has also been shown to increase collagen in the skin as well.
There are certain procedures where therapeutic ingredients are injected with very fine needles into the superficial layers of the skin to result in a rejuvenating effect, including reduction of fine lines and wrinkles, and improvement in texture and skin tone.
IDS Clinic seeks to provide you the most suitable treatment plan to help you achieve younger-looking and smoother skin.
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Laser resurfacing
Ablative lasers such as erbium lasers are used to remove the surface layer of the skin in a controlled fashion to stimulate collagen production and remodeling deeper layers of the skin.
Non-ablative lasers
Newer lasers attempt to stimulate collagen synthesis under the skin without damaging the epidermis. These procedures are almost painless with little side effects and no downtime. These lasers can be done on a regular basis (once a month) to rejuvenate the skin.
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Our Clinic Locations
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Novena Specialist Center
8 Sinaran Drive, #05-09 to 10
Singapore 307470 -
International Building
360 Orchard Road
#02-02 International
Building, Singapore 238869
Ways To Reduce Premature Aging
Sun Protection
Daily sun-protection and protection against HEV-blue light are the most important ways of reducing extrinsic aging of the skin. UVA, UVB and blue-light rays enter the earth's atmosphere from the sun and create free radicals that damage the skin. Many of our home devices (eg. TV monitors, computers and smartphones) use blue-light (400-490nm) to illuminate them.
Maintaining a Healthy, Well-balanced Diet
Studies suggest that eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables that contain lots of antioxidants can help to prevent damage that leads to premature skin aging. Reducing the intake of sugar or other refined carbohydrates that accelerate aging may also help.
Regular Exercise
Moderate exercise aids blood circulation and boosts the immune system. This, in turn, gives the skin a more energized and youthful appearance. Improvement in our health naturally shows in our skin appearance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reverse signs of aging permanently?
You’re not able to reverse the process of aging. Based on a comprehensive evaluation of your skin’s condition, your aesthetic doctor will be able to recommend a personalized treatment plan for a permanent reduction of certain signs of aging.
Do I need multiple treatments to get rid of wrinkles?
Some treatments are permanent and other treatments need multiple sessions to maintain your results. Your aesthetic doctor will perform a detailed evaluation of your skin’s condition to determine the appropriate treatment plan for your desired beauty goals.
