Medical Aesthetics in Bakersfield
Wrinkle Treatment
Turn back time and smooth out those fine lines and wrinkles with the most effective wrinkle relaxer injections.
Dermal Fillers
Reverse the effects of aging by restoring volume and reducing fine lines with dermal fillers.
Morpheus8 Remodeling
Morpheus8 helps boost collagen and elastin to remodel, lift, and tighten the skin on your face, neck, and body.
Forma Face Sculpting
Forma’s innovative skin and tissue sculpting technology helps sculpt the face and tighten the skin around the eyes and on the neck.
Evolve Body Contouring
Evolve body contouring uses radio frequency signals to help shrink fat cells, tighten skin and tone muscles.
The human body has a remarkable capacity to heal itself. Regeneration of new tissue is accomplished by the natural production of stem cells.
Microneedling is used to treat a variety of skin conditions such as acne and other scars, enlarged pores, wrinkles, stretch marks, and more.
ZO Skin Health
Everyone’s skin is unique. A wide range of factors, including age, lifestyle, genetics, and hormones, can affect your skin’s overall health.
Modern Aesthetic Institute offers non-surgical medical aesthetic treatments in Bakersfield, California. Every treatment is planned and performed under the direction of Dr. Joseph H. Chang, MD, a UCLA Jules Stein-trained oculoplastic surgeon with more than 25 years of experience in facial anatomy and injectable technique.
Medical aesthetics covers the treatments that refresh how you look without surgery: wrinkle relaxers, dermal fillers, skin tightening, microneedling, body contouring, hair restoration, and medical-grade skincare. Because Dr. Chang also performs eyelid surgery, he can tell you honestly when a non-surgical treatment will meet your goal and when it will not.
What non-surgical treatments are available in Bakersfield?
Modern Aesthetic Institute offers eight categories of non-surgical treatment.
| Treatment | What it addresses |
|---|---|
| Wrinkle relaxers (Botox, Dysport) | Fine lines and wrinkles created by muscle movement |
| Dermal fillers | Lost volume and fine lines |
| Morpheus8 | Collagen and elastin remodeling to lift and tighten face, neck, and body |
| Forma | Skin and tissue sculpting, tightening around the eyes and neck |
| Evolve | Radiofrequency body contouring to shrink fat cells, tighten skin, and tone muscle |
| Hair restoration | Thinning hair, using the body’s own regenerative capacity |
| Microneedling | Acne scars, other scarring, enlarged pores, wrinkles, and stretch marks |
| ZO Skin Health | Medical-grade skincare matched to your skin |
Which treatment is right for my concern?
Start with the concern, not the product.
- Lines that appear when you move your face, forehead creases, frown lines, and crow’s feet, respond to wrinkle relaxers.
- Hollowing or flattening, thinning lips, flat cheeks, or deepening folds, is a volume problem treated with dermal fillers.
- Loose or crepey skin, on the face, neck, or around the eyes is a laxity problem, addressed with Morpheus8 or Forma.
- Texture problems, including acne scarring, enlarged pores, and stretch marks, are treated with microneedling.
- Body concerns, including stubborn fat and skin laxity, are addressed with Evolve.
- Thinning hair, is addressed through hair restoration.
- Daily skin health, is supported with ZO Skin Health products chosen for your skin.
Many patients combine treatments. Wrinkle relaxers and dermal fillers are commonly paired because one softens movement lines while the other restores volume.
Who performs the treatments?
Dr. Joseph H. Chang, MD, performs and directs treatment at Modern Aesthetic Institute in Bakersfield. He trained in oculoplastic surgery at UCLA’s Jules Stein Eye Institute, has practiced for more than 25 years, and is a former Galderma national trainer. His background is in the anatomy of the eyelids and midface, the most delicate area of the face to inject.
How do I get started?
Every treatment begins with a consultation. Dr. Chang assesses your facial anatomy, listens to your goal, and recommends a plan. You will be told what a treatment can realistically achieve and what it cannot.
Call 661.535.0149 or book a consultation online. The office is at 4000 Empire Dr., Suite 300, Bakersfield.
Frequently asked questions
What is medical aesthetics?
Medical aesthetics is the use of medical treatments to improve appearance without surgery. It includes injectables such as Botox and dermal fillers, energy-based skin treatments, microneedling, and medical-grade skincare.
Do I need surgery to look refreshed?
Not always. Many concerns respond well to non-surgical treatment. Because Dr. Chang performs both surgical and non-surgical procedures, he can tell you honestly which one fits your goal rather than recommending only what he offers.
How long do non-surgical results last?
It depends on the treatment. Wrinkle relaxers such as Botox and Dysport generally last 3 to 4 months. Collagen-building and skin-tightening treatments build gradually and are usually planned as a short series. Your consultation will cover the expected timeline for the treatment you choose.
Is there downtime after non-surgical treatment?
Most non-surgical treatments require little or no downtime. Injectable treatments may cause brief redness or swelling at the injection site. Downtime for energy-based treatments varies and is reviewed before you book.
Can I combine treatments?
Yes. Combining treatments is common, because different concerns respond to different tools. A plan is built around your priorities and budget.
Do you treat patients outside Bakersfield?
Yes. Modern Aesthetic Institute treats patients from across Kern County and the surrounding communities.
How much do medical aesthetic treatments cost?
Cost depends on the treatment and the amount of product used. Injectables are priced by unit or syringe rather than as a flat fee, so an accurate number comes from a consultation.
How do I book a consultation?
Call 661.535.0149 or request an appointment online.