SD Aesthetics

Family & Cosmetic Dentistry | Located in Savannah & Richmond Hill

SD AESTHETICS
at Savannah Dental

SD Aesthetics is the exclusive aesthetic brand of Savannah Dental, designed to complement dental care with advanced skin care services right on-site. Our professional esthetician provides a wide array of treatments that not only relax but rejuvenate your skin, giving it the care and attention it deserves.

At SD Aesthetics, we encourage you to enhance your dental visit with our signature facial, or choose any of our specialized aesthetic services to suit your self-care needs. Our goal is to integrate seamlessly the enhancement of your smile with facial aesthetics for a complete rejuvenation experience.

SD Aesthetic Services Include:

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Custom Signature Facial

A custom signature facial is a personalized skincare treatment tailored to address your specific skin concerns and goals.

Skin analysis, cleansing, exfoliation, extractions (if needed), facial massage, mask, serums and treatments, moisturizer and sunscreen. By targeting your unique skin concerns with specialized techniques and products, you can achieve glowing, healthier-looking skin.
Add on Dermaplane for further exfoliation and removal of peach fuzz for $59

Key Benefits:

  • Personalized treatment: Tailored to your skin type and concerns, ensuring targeted results for issues like acne, aging, or dryness.
  • Deep cleanse: Provides a thorough double cleanse that removes impurities, dead skin cells, and excess oil, leading to clearer skin.
  • Exfoliation: Helps slough off dead skin, promoting cell turnover and revealing a brighter complexion.
  • Hydration: Includes hydrating products that replenish moisture, leaving your skin plump, nourished and glowing.
  • Relaxation: The process typically involves a massage, which can reduce stress and promote overall well-being.
  • Improved circulation: Facial massages can enhance blood flow, promoting healthier skin and a natural glow.
  • Education: Our esthetician will provide you with tips and product recommendations tailored to your skin’s needs, helping you maintain results at home.
  • Boosted confidence: Healthy, glowing skin can improve your overall self-esteem and how you feel about your appearance.

Procedure: Our Custom Signature Facial includes a skin analysis, cleansing, exfoliation, extractions (if needed), facial massage, mask, serums and treatments, moisturizer and sunscreen

Aftercare: Minimal downtime! Avoid direct sun exposure, strenuous exercise, and makeup for 24hrs. Use a gentle cleanser and avoid harsh exfoliants for a couple days after the procedure. Limit heat exposure and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. If you plan to use new skincare products, introduce them slowly into your routine to see how your skin reacts. Book your facial appointments 2-4 weeks apart to maintain healthy, glowing skin.

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Dermaplane

Dermaplaning is a quick, non-invasive skincare procedure that is safe for most skin types, including sensitive skin, and offers immediate results.

This procedure gently exfoliates the outer layer of dead skin cells and removes fine vellus hair (peach fuzz) from the face.
Key Benefits:

  • Physical exfoliation: Removes dead skin cells, revealing a smoother, brighter complexion.
  • Hair Removal: Effectively eliminates fine vellus hair (peach fuzz), making the skin feel softer and smoother.
  • Improved Product Absorption: Enhances the absorption of skincare products, allowing them to penetrate deeper and work more effectively.
  • Smoother Makeup Application: Creates a flawless canvas for makeup, allowing it to glide on smoothly and evenly.
  • Brighter Skin Tone: Regular treatments can lead to a more radiant complexion by removing dull, dead skin.
  • Reduced appearance of acne scars: Helps to diminish the look of superficial acne scars over time with regular treatments.
  • Minimized Pore Appearance: By removing debris and dead skin, pores may appear smaller and less congested.

Procedure: After assessing the skin, our esthetician will cleanse and prep the skin for the dermaplane procedure, which involves the use of a sterile surgical scalpel to gently exfoliate the outer layer of dead skin cells and remove fine vellus hair (peach fuzz) from the face. After dermaplaning, soothing and hydrating finishing products will be applied, followed by sun protection.

Aftercare: Minimal downtime! Avoid direct sun exposure, strenuous exercise, and makeup for 24hrs. Use a gentle cleanser and avoid harsh exfoliants for a couple days after the procedure. Limit heat exposure and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. If you plan to use new skincare products, introduce them slowly into your routine to see how your skin reacts. Book your dermaplane appointments 4-6 weeks apart to maintain healthy skin and bright complexion.

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Microneedling

Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that stimulates collagen and elastin production.

Resulting in improved skin texture and firmness, reduction of scars and wrinkles, enhanced product absorption, and improved hyperpigmentation, sunspots, and uneven skin tone. This service has very minimal downtime, while providing amazing results!

  • Purchase a package of 4 sessions for maximum results for $1,350 and includes DEJ Daily Boosting Serum
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Key Benefits:

  • Collagen production: Stimulates collagen and elastin production, improving skin texture and firmness.
  • Reduced appearance of scars: Effectively diminishes the appearance of acne scars and other types of scarring.
  • Improved Skin Tone: Helps even out skin tone and texture, reducing hyperpigmentation, sunspots, and other discoloration.
  • Minimized Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for a more youthful look.
  • Enhanced Absorption of Products: Increases the penetration of topical treatments, making serums and creams more effective.
  • Larger Pore Reduction: Can help minimize the appearance of enlarged pores, leading to smoother skin.

Procedure: Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that involves the use of fine needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin, which triggers the skin’s natural healing process and in turn produces collagen and elastin. Our esthetician will cleanse the skin and apply topical numbing cream before beginning the microneedling process. Expect the skin to appear red with some minor pin-point bleeding.

Aftercare: It is possible your skin may appear and feel as though it is sunburned for the first 24-48 hours. Avoid direct sun exposure, strenuous exercise, and makeup for 24hrs. Use a gentle cleanser and avoid harsh exfoliants for a couple days after the procedure. Limit heat exposure and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. If you plan to use new skincare products, introduce them slowly into your routine to see how your skin reacts. Book your microneedling appointments 4-6 weeks apart to maintain a firm and youthful appearance. It is recommended to do a series of 4 treatments for optimal results, we offer a discounted package of 3 and 4 treatments!

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Lactic Acid Chemical Peel

This is the perfect peel for individuals with dry or sensitive skin, thanks to its low irritation factor.

With very minimal downtime, you can enjoy refreshed, radiant skin without the hassle.

Key Benefits:

  • Chemical Exfoliation: Gently removes dead skin cells, promoting a smoother and brighter complexion.
  • Improved Skin Texture: Helps refine skin texture, making it feel softer and more even.
  • Hydration: Lactic acid has humectant properties, attracting moisture to the skin and improving hydration levels.
  • Reduced Fine Lines: Can help diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, contributing to a more youthful look.
  • Diminished Hyperpigmentation: Aids in reducing dark spots, sun damage, and uneven skin tone.

Procedure: Our esthetician will cleanse and prep the skin prior to applying the lactic acid solution and allow it to sit on the skin for 5 min to penetrate and exfoliate. After the allotted amount of time, she will then neutralize the solution and apply a calming, healing oil. You may experience a mild tingling/burning sensation but you will be provided with a hand held fan to cool down the skin if needed.

Aftercare: This peel has very minimal downtime because it is a very superficial peel and does not produce much flaking or peeling. For the first few days your skin may feel tight, and on days 3-5 you may experience some minor dryness and/or flaking, never pick or pull at the skin. Avoid direct sun exposure, strenuous exercise, and makeup for 24hrs. Use a gentle cleanser and avoid harsh exfoliants until your skin is fully healed (9-11 days). Limit heat exposure and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. For maximum results it is recommended to do a series of 6-8 treatments consisting of one peel a week.

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Glycolic Acid Chemical Peel

Perfect for those seeking to reduce the appearance of fine lines and improve skin texture.

With a light to medium irritation factor, you may experience some dryness and flaking, but the downtime is minimal. Enjoy the benefits of smoother, more radiant skin with this rejuvenating treatment!

Key Benefits:

  • Chemical Exfoliation: Effectively removes dead skin cells, revealing a smoother, brighter complexion.
  • Improved Skin Texture: Helps refine skin texture, making it feel softer and more even.
  • Reduced Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Can diminish the appearance of fine lines and superficial wrinkles, promoting a more youthful appearance.
  • Diminished Hyperpigmentation: Aids in reducing dark spots, sun damage, and uneven skin tone.
  • Minimized Acne and Scarring: Helps prevent acne breakouts and can improve the appearance of acne scars over time.

Procedure: Our esthetician will cleanse and prep the skin prior to applying the glycolic acid solution and allow it to sit on the skin for 5 min to penetrate and exfoliate. After the allotted amount of time, she will then neutralize the solution and apply a calming, healing oil. You may experience a mild tingling/burning sensation but you will be provided with a hand held fan to cool down the skin if needed.

Aftercare: Glycolic Acid is considered a superficial peel, so the downtime and flaking is minimal! For the first few days your skin may feel tight, and on days 3-5 you may experience some minor dryness and/or flaking, never pick or pull at the skin. Avoid direct sun exposure, strenuous exercise, and makeup for 24hrs. Use a gentle cleanser and avoid harsh exfoliants until your skin is fully healed (9-11 days). Limit heat exposure and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. For maximum results it is recommended to do a series of 6-8 treatments consisting of one peel a week.

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Salicylic Acid Chemical Peel

This powerful Beta Hydroxy Acid treatment, is antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, making it an excellent choice for those with oily, congested, or acne-prone skin.

While you may experience some dryness and light to medium flaking, this peel effectively helps clear impurities and promotes a clearer, healthier complexion.

Key Benefits:

  • Chemical Exfoliation: Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that effectively exfoliates the skin, helping to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores.
  • Acne Treatment: It penetrates deep into the pores, making it effective for treating and preventing acne breakouts.
  • Oil Control: Salicylic acid helps to regulate sebum production, reducing excess oiliness, which can contribute to acne.
  • Reduces Inflammation: Salicylic acid has anti-inflammatory properties that can help calm redness and irritation associated with acne.
  • Minimizes Pore Appearance: By keeping pores clear and reducing excess oil, it can help minimize their appearance over time.
  • Brightening Effect: The exfoliation process can promote a brighter, more radiant skin tone by removing dull, dead skin cells, as well as, fades hyperpigmentation and post-acne marks.

Procedure: Our esthetician will cleanse and prep the skin prior to applying the salicylic acid solution and allow it to sit on the skin for 5 min to penetrate and exfoliate. After the allotted amount of time, she will then neutralize the solution and apply a calming, healing oil. You may experience a mild tingling/burning sensation but you will be provided with a hand held fan to cool down the skin if needed.

Aftercare: Salicylic Acid is considered a superficial peel, so the downtime and flaking is minimal! For the first few days your skin may feel tight, and on days 3-5 you may experience some minor dryness and/or flaking, never pick or pull at the skin. Avoid direct sun exposure, strenuous exercise, and makeup for 24hrs. Use a gentle cleanser and avoid harsh exfoliants until your skin is fully healed (9-11 days). Limit heat exposure and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. For maximum results it is recommended to do a series of 6-8 treatments consisting of one peel a week.

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Jessners Chemical Peel

A potent blend of 14% lactic acid, salicylic acid, and resorcinol (hydroquinone + catechol), making it an exceptional choice for oily, acne-prone skin and addressing hyperpigmentation.

It serves as an excellent next step following a series of salicylic peels, enhancing results and promoting a clearer, more even complexion.

Key Benefits:

  • Acne Treatment: It’s particularly beneficial for treating acne, as it helps clear clogged pores and reduces inflammation.
  • Hyperpigmentation Reduction: The peel can effectively lighten dark spots, melasma, and other forms of hyperpigmentation, leading to a more even skin tone.
  • Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Regular treatments can help diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, promoting smoother, younger-looking skin.
  • Improves Skin Tone and Texture: By removing damaged skin layers, it can improve overall skin texture and tone, giving a brighter, more youthful appearance.
  • Pore Minimization: By clearing out pores and reducing oiliness, it can help minimize their appearance over time.

Procedure: Jessners is applied in layers, so the strength/depth of the peel is customizable. After the skin is cleansed and degreased our esthetician will apply the determined amount of layers with a 5 minute drying time in between. After the last layer, a healing oil will be applied to keep the skin moisturized. It is recommended to leave the peel solution on for 4 hours and then rinsing off for maximum results. It is expected for skin to appear slightly red after treatment.

Aftercare: For the first few days your skin may feel tight, and on days 3-5 you may experience some flaking or peeling, never pick or pull at the skin. Avoid direct sun exposure, strenuous exercise, and makeup for 24hrs. Use a gentle cleanser and avoid harsh exfoliants until your skin is fully healed (9-11 days). Limit heat exposure and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. For maximum results it is recommended to do a series of 6-8 treatments.

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TCA Chemical Peel

This versatile medium-depth treatment effectively addresses a variety of concerns, including aging, fine lines, hyperpigmentation, scarring, and acne.

Its deeper penetration allows for more significant results, although you may experience increased flaking and peeling as your skin rejuvenates. This peel is an excellent choice for achieving a smoother, more youthful complexion.

Key Benefits:

  • Effective Exfoliation: TCA peels provide deep exfoliation, removing damaged skin layers and promoting skin renewal and collagen stimulation.
  • Improves Skin Texture: They can smooth rough or uneven skin, leading to a more refined and polished appearance.
  • Reduces Fine Lines and Wrinkles: By stimulating collagen production, TCA peels can help minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Treats Acne and Acne Scarring: TCA peels can effectively treat active acne and help reduce the visibility of acne scars.
  • Lightens Hyperpigmentation: They are effective in fading dark spots, melasma, and sun damage, promoting a more even skin tone.
  • Long-Lasting Results: With proper care, results can last for several months, making TCA peels a worthwhile investment in skincare.

Procedure: TCA is a layerable peel, making this peel customizable. After the skin is prepped, our esthetician will apply the solution in the determined amount of layers and allow for proper drying time in between each layer. TCA is a self neutralizing solution, so after the last layer a healing oil will be applied to keep the skin moisturized. For optimal results, it is recommended to do a series of 6-8 treatments.

Aftercare: For the first few days your skin may feel tight, and on days 3-5 you may experience some flaking or peeling, never pick or pull at the skin. Avoid direct sun exposure, strenuous exercise, and makeup for 24hrs. Use a gentle cleanser and avoid harsh exfoliants until your skin is fully healed (9-11 days). Limit heat exposure and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. For maximum results it is recommended to do a series of 6-8 treatments.

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Cosmelan Chemical Peel

The Cosmelan Peel is a specialized depigmentation treatment designed to reduce and eliminate skin discoloration.

Such as melasma, hyperpigmentation, and other forms of pigmentation irregularities offering noticeable results in achieving a clearer, more even complexion with minimal downtime. Take home aftercare products included.

Key Benefits:

  • Effective Hyperpigmentation Reduction: Cosmelan is particularly effective for treating melasma, sunspots, and other forms of hyperpigmentation.
  • Even Skin Tone: The peel promotes a more uniform complexion by targeting dark spots and discoloration.
  • Brightening Effect: It helps to enhance skin brightness and radiance, giving the face a more youthful glow.
  • Exfoliation: The treatment promotes the shedding of dead skin cells, leading to smoother and clearer skin.
  • Collagen Stimulation: Cosmelan can stimulate collagen production, which may improve skin firmness and reduce fine lines.
  • Long-Lasting Results: With proper aftercare, the results can be significant and long-lasting, especially in reducing pigmentation.

Procedure: Cosmelan is a mask that is applied in the office, and is left on the skin for several hours, usually around 8-12 hours. After the application of the mask, you will be given instructions on when and how to remove the mask, as well as the different phases of the aftercare regimen.

Aftercare: After the treatment you will be given aftercare products to take home and use throughout the different phases of home care. This is a vital step in the depigmenting process and will determine your results, so it is important to follow proper instructions. You may experience some redness and swelling in the first 24-48 hours after the removal of the mask, and some minor flaking/peeling.

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Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive skincare procedure using a diamond-tipped head and suction to exfoliate and rejuvenate the skin.

By removing the outer layer of dead skin cells, resulting in smoother and brighter skin tone, reduced appearance of age spots, sun damage, and mild acne scars, enhanced product absorption, and collagen production.

Key Benefits:

  • Physical Exfoliation: Effectively removes dead skin cells, promoting a smoother and brighter complexion.
  • Improves Skin Texture: Helps refine skin texture by reducing roughness and uneven patches.
  • Reduces Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Can diminish the appearance of fine lines and early signs of aging by stimulating collagen production.
  • Minimizes Pore Appearance: By removing debris and dead skin, it can help unclog pores and make them appear smaller.
  • Enhances Product Absorption: Prepares the skin for better absorption of skincare products, making them more effective.
  • Minimal Downtime: Most people experience little to no downtime, allowing for a quick return to daily activities.

Procedure: On the day of the treatment, your skin will be thoroughly cleansed to remove makeup, oil, and impurities. Using a diamond-tipped wand to gently exfoliate the surface, the device will buff away dead skin cells while simultaneously suctioning them away. You may feel a mild scratching sensation, but it should not be painful.

Aftercare: Most patients experience little to no downtime, although some redness and sensitivity may occur, similar to a mild sunburn. You can typically return to your regular skincare routine within a day or so, but avoid harsh products for a few days and wear sunscreen daily as your skin will be more sensitive to UV rays. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and keep skin moisturized.

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Lash Lift & Tint

A lash lift and tint is a cosmetic procedure designed to enhance the appearance of your natural lashes by lifting them and giving them a darker, more defined look.

Immediate results lasting 6-8 weeks, cutting out the need for mascara and eyelash curlers, saving time on your daily makeup routine!

Key Benefits:

  • Enhanced Curl: A lash lift curls your natural lashes, giving them a more open and lifted appearance, which can make your eyes look larger and more youthful.
  • Long-Lasting Results: The effects of a lash lift typically last 6 to 8 weeks, allowing you to enjoy beautifully curled lashes without daily maintenance.
  • Natural Look: Unlike false lashes, a lash lift enhances your natural lashes, giving a more subtle and authentic look.
  • Tinted Lashes: Tinting darkens the lashes, making them more pronounced and reducing the need for mascara. This is especially beneficial for those with lighter-colored lashes.
  • Low Maintenance: Once the treatment is done, you can go about your daily routine without the need for extensive eye makeup, saving time in your beauty regimen.
  • Customizable: The level of curl and tint can be customized based on your preferences and the natural length and thickness of your lashes.

Procedure: A silicon rod is selected based on your desired curl and is adhered to the eyelids. Next, the lashes will be adhered to the rod and a lifting solution is applied and left on for 5-8 minutes to take on the curled shape. Then a setting solution is applied to help lock in the curled shape and is also left on for several minutes. After the lifting process, a tint is applied to the lashes. Finally, a nourishing serum may be applied to condition the lashes.

Aftercare: For the first 24 hours, avoid makeup, getting the lashes wet, saunas/steam rooms, strenuous exercise, and rubbing/touching your lashes. To ensure long lasting results, do not use waterproof mascara, or oil based products.

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Brow Lamination and Tint

Brow lamination and tinting are cosmetic procedures designed to enhance and define the appearance of your eyebrows.

By applying a lifting cream to your eyebrow hairs to restructure them into a desired shape, creating a full, fluffy and more defined effect! Results lasting 4-6 weeks.

Key Benefits:

  • Fuller Appearance: Brow lamination creates the illusion of fuller, more defined brows by setting them in place, making sparse or unruly hairs appear thicker.
  • Controlled Shape: The treatment allows for better control over the shape of your brows, helping to achieve a polished and groomed look.
  • Long-Lasting Results: Results typically last 4-6 weeks, providing a semi-permanent enhancement without daily styling.
  • Customizable Style: You can achieve various looks, from a natural, feathery finish to a more structured, bold brow.
  • Enhanced Color: Tinting darkens the brow hairs, giving them a more pronounced appearance and enhancing overall facial features.
  • Time-Saving: With tinted brows, you can skip daily makeup applications, simplifying your beauty routine.
  • Customizable Shades: Tinting can be tailored to match your hair color or desired look, providing a natural blend or a more dramatic effect.

Procedure: This quick and easy treatment will begin with cleaning and mapping out the desired brow shape, and then a lifting and setting solution will be applied to lift and lock in the shape. A customized tint shade will then be applied to help define the brows, and a nourishing serum to condition the brow hairs.

Aftercare: For the first 24 hours, avoid makeup, getting the brows wet, saunas/steam rooms, strenuous exercise, and rubbing/touching your brows. To ensure long lasting results, do not use any oil based products.

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Sarah McCarty

Licensed Esthetician at Savannah Dental

Sarah McCarty is a Licensed Esthetician. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, and raised in Rochester, Minnesota, she moved to Savannah in 2018, where she completed her senior year at Savannah Christian Preparatory. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor of Business Administration and subsequently obtained her Esthetician License.

Personal Interests

In her free time, she enjoys spending time in downtown Savannah and spinning at CycleBar. With a long-standing passion for esthetics, she is dedicated to helping clients achieve healthy, radiant skin by offering a wide range of treatments tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. Sarah is committed to guiding clients on their skincare journey.