As the owner of Rejuv Skin and Hair Clinic in Eagan, Minnesota, Dr. Steven Selchow lends his expertise to the center’s operations. In addition to being board-certified in oral and maxillofacial surgery, Steven Selchow is also a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. Among the many services the Rejuv Skin and Hair Clinic offers is laser hair removal.
For many individuals, laser treatment can be an effective way to remove unwanted hair. During treatments, intense light is applied to the affected area. When the light is absorbed by pigment in hair follicles, the follicles heat up. As a result, future hair growth at these sites is inhibited. The process is more effective for some individuals than for others.
The ideal candidate for laser hair removal will have light skin and dark hair. Individuals not matching this description may still be able to achieve results with this approach. But, in general, the darker or more pigmented a person’s skin, the less effective laser treatments will be, and the greater the risk of undergoing the process. Therefore, it’s best to get a consultation with a professional before beginning treatment to ensure that the experience will be both safe and effective.
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
What Is the Best Time for Wisdom Teeth Extraction?
Dr. Steven Selchow is owner of Dakota Valley Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery, where he frequently treats patients for impacted
wisdom teeth. Like most oral surgeons, Dr. Steven Selchow typically
recommends that wisdom teeth, also called third molars, be extracted
during a patient’s late teens or early 20s.
Wisdom teeth usually erupt around the age of 18. In rare cases, they emerge from the gums fully and in the correct positions. If the patient is able to clean them thoroughly and no complications arise, the dentist or oral surgeon may not recommend extraction.
However, most people do not have enough room in the jaws to house all of the third molars. As a result, these teeth may stay trapped in the jawbone or only emerge slightly from the gums. This is called an impaction. Wisdom teeth are often positioned at an angle within the bone that makes them a threat to the roots of neighboring teeth. The jaw pain, gum inflammation, and other risks to the patient’s oral health caused by impacted third molars warrant extraction.
The ideal time to extract third molars is when the patient is between the ages of 18 and 24, as this is the age range in which complications rarely occur. At this time the tooth root is about two-thirds formed, and the jawbone tissue is not as dense as it is in older patients, so the oral surgeon may have less difficulty manipulating the tooth to remove it. If the roots are allowed to grow more, the tooth becomes so solidly anchored in the bone that a more extensive surgical procedure is required, increasing the risk of complications.
Wisdom teeth usually erupt around the age of 18. In rare cases, they emerge from the gums fully and in the correct positions. If the patient is able to clean them thoroughly and no complications arise, the dentist or oral surgeon may not recommend extraction.
However, most people do not have enough room in the jaws to house all of the third molars. As a result, these teeth may stay trapped in the jawbone or only emerge slightly from the gums. This is called an impaction. Wisdom teeth are often positioned at an angle within the bone that makes them a threat to the roots of neighboring teeth. The jaw pain, gum inflammation, and other risks to the patient’s oral health caused by impacted third molars warrant extraction.
The ideal time to extract third molars is when the patient is between the ages of 18 and 24, as this is the age range in which complications rarely occur. At this time the tooth root is about two-thirds formed, and the jawbone tissue is not as dense as it is in older patients, so the oral surgeon may have less difficulty manipulating the tooth to remove it. If the roots are allowed to grow more, the tooth becomes so solidly anchored in the bone that a more extensive surgical procedure is required, increasing the risk of complications.
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
The Rejuv Skin and Laser Clinic of Eagan, Minnesota
Founded in 2006 by Steven Selchow, MD, DDS, the Rejuv Skin and
Laser Clinic of Eagan, Minnesota, provides a host of services designed
to enhance clients’ self-esteem. Together with a full professional
staff, including nurses, injection specialists, and medical
estheticians, Dr. Selchow performs such popular procedures as Botox
injections, photorejuvenation, removal of unwanted hair both through
waxing and laser techniques, Velashape cellulite reduction, and removal
of facial moles or lesions. He also performs ReFirme, the new
non-surgical skin-tightening procedure that uses radio frequencies and
light energy to help clients attain a more toned and youthful
appearance.
Prior to performing any procedure, the clinic staff consults with clients to assess medical history, explore the full range of options to select the most appropriate course of action, and review expectations and obligations. These consultations, a crucial component of any treatment plan, generally take from 10 minutes to half an hour.
In addition to his duties as owner and Medical Director, Dr. Steven Selchow is a practicing Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and performs facial cosmetic surgery at his surgical practice, Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, in Eagan and three other locations.
Prior to performing any procedure, the clinic staff consults with clients to assess medical history, explore the full range of options to select the most appropriate course of action, and review expectations and obligations. These consultations, a crucial component of any treatment plan, generally take from 10 minutes to half an hour.
In addition to his duties as owner and Medical Director, Dr. Steven Selchow is a practicing Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and performs facial cosmetic surgery at his surgical practice, Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, in Eagan and three other locations.
Thursday, November 21, 2013
Causes and Treatments of Dry Socket
Steven Selchow, DDS, MD, currently runs his own private practice, Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Since opening the office in 1991, Dr. Steven Selchow has offered treatment for conditions of the teeth, mouth, jaw, and face. One such disorder is dry socket, a hazard of tooth extraction. The condition is a painful inflammation that is common among individuals who have their wisdom teeth removed.
When a tooth is removed, a blood clot forms in its place to protect the nerves and bone. If that blood clot comes loose, or disintegrates after tooth removal, dry socket can occur. The result is an extremely painful sensation that can extend from the jaw to the ear. An unpleasant odor will exude from the oral cavity as well. Both symptoms can last for several days.
Dentists and oral surgeons typically treat dry socket with medical paste and gauze. They also prescribe antibiotics to help promote healing. Additionally, pain medication may be prescribed depending on the severity of the issue. Patients can prevent dry socket by avoiding drinking through straws, smoking, and by rinsing the mouth for 24 hours after surgery. If dry socket symptoms occur, contact a dentist or oral surgeon immediately.
When a tooth is removed, a blood clot forms in its place to protect the nerves and bone. If that blood clot comes loose, or disintegrates after tooth removal, dry socket can occur. The result is an extremely painful sensation that can extend from the jaw to the ear. An unpleasant odor will exude from the oral cavity as well. Both symptoms can last for several days.
Dentists and oral surgeons typically treat dry socket with medical paste and gauze. They also prescribe antibiotics to help promote healing. Additionally, pain medication may be prescribed depending on the severity of the issue. Patients can prevent dry socket by avoiding drinking through straws, smoking, and by rinsing the mouth for 24 hours after surgery. If dry socket symptoms occur, contact a dentist or oral surgeon immediately.
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Impacted Wisdom Tooth Complications – Pericoronitis
Board certified in oral and maxillofacial
surgery, Dr. Steven Selchow leads Rejuv Skin & Laser Clinic and Dakota
Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. At his oral surgery practice, Dr. Seven
Selchow treats a wide range of conditions affecting the mouth and jaw,
including impacted wisdom teeth.
The failure of a third molar (wisdom tooth) to fully emerge through the gums is called an impaction. Partially erupted wisdom teeth can create a number of complications, including damage to the roots and nerves of neighboring teeth. Another complication is pericoronitis, which is an infection of the gum tissues surrounding the tooth. When only a portion of the third molar erupts, flaps of gum tissue form around the tooth, creating spaces where food debris, plaque, and bacteria collect. Because these areas are difficult to keep clean, inflammation and infection often occur.
Treatments for pericoronitis include cleaning the mouth with salt water and taking ibuprofen to relieve pain. Some infections require antibiotics. However, these are only temporary fixes. To prevent pericoronitis from recurring, the patient must undergo wisdom tooth extraction by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
The failure of a third molar (wisdom tooth) to fully emerge through the gums is called an impaction. Partially erupted wisdom teeth can create a number of complications, including damage to the roots and nerves of neighboring teeth. Another complication is pericoronitis, which is an infection of the gum tissues surrounding the tooth. When only a portion of the third molar erupts, flaps of gum tissue form around the tooth, creating spaces where food debris, plaque, and bacteria collect. Because these areas are difficult to keep clean, inflammation and infection often occur.
Treatments for pericoronitis include cleaning the mouth with salt water and taking ibuprofen to relieve pain. Some infections require antibiotics. However, these are only temporary fixes. To prevent pericoronitis from recurring, the patient must undergo wisdom tooth extraction by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Founded by Steven Selchow, DDS, MD, in 1993, Dakota Valley Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery has three offices in Eagan, Lakeland, and Shakopee, Minnesota, the suburbs south of the Twin Cities. A fourth office is located in Owatonna, about 70 miles south of Minneapolis. The five doctors at Dakota Valley are specialists in disorders of the teeth, mouth, jaw, and facial structures. In addition to having served a minimum of four years in hospital surgical residency following dental school, all of the doctors are board certified in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Committed to delivering the highest quality of patient care, Dr. Selchow and his colleagues at Dakota Valley provide advanced dental surgery for children and adults for a broad range of needs. Among the most popular procedures offered are dental implants, extraction of problem teeth, jaw surgery, and biopsies for tumors occurring in or around the mouth and face. A more thorough description of the services and procedures available is available on the practice’s website, www.dakotavalley-oms.com.
In addition to his Dakota Valley practice, Dr. Steven Selchow practices cosmetic surgery at the Rejuv Skin and Laser Clinic in Eagan, which he founded in 2006. He currently serves as the clinic’s Medical Director.
Committed to delivering the highest quality of patient care, Dr. Selchow and his colleagues at Dakota Valley provide advanced dental surgery for children and adults for a broad range of needs. Among the most popular procedures offered are dental implants, extraction of problem teeth, jaw surgery, and biopsies for tumors occurring in or around the mouth and face. A more thorough description of the services and procedures available is available on the practice’s website, www.dakotavalley-oms.com.
In addition to his Dakota Valley practice, Dr. Steven Selchow practices cosmetic surgery at the Rejuv Skin and Laser Clinic in Eagan, which he founded in 2006. He currently serves as the clinic’s Medical Director.
Thursday, October 3, 2013
Steven Selchow, DDS, MD, on Laser Mole and Lesion Removal
Though traditional surgical removal of moles and lesions requires stitching and often leaves scars, advancements in the field allow for removal without freezing, surgery, or scarring. With a CO2 laser, the skin is sealed as the laser targets the tissue, leaving a smooth surface. The procedure is quick, simple, and safe, requiring no downtime for the patient. The technique achieves optimum results on benign moles and skin irregularities such as bumps, skin tags, and warts.
Prior to the procedure, the treated area is numbed with either a topical or local anesthetic, depending on the size of the mole. No bandage is required, and although some pinkness is normal, the area should look smooth and clear after the procedure. Follow-up treatment is typically unnecessary.
About Dr. Steven Selchow:
As a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and the Medical Director of Rejuv Skin and Laser Clinic in Eagan, Minnesota, Dr. Steven Selchow has performed a wide variety of facial cosmetic procedures and has been in private practice since 1991.
Prior to the procedure, the treated area is numbed with either a topical or local anesthetic, depending on the size of the mole. No bandage is required, and although some pinkness is normal, the area should look smooth and clear after the procedure. Follow-up treatment is typically unnecessary.
About Dr. Steven Selchow:
As a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and the Medical Director of Rejuv Skin and Laser Clinic in Eagan, Minnesota, Dr. Steven Selchow has performed a wide variety of facial cosmetic procedures and has been in private practice since 1991.
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