You’re elated on the idea of having that thick youthful head of hair you always dreamed of and are ready to take the next step, but..
You may want to think twice before finding a surgeon who relies on a robot to do most of the work!
If you’ve done your research, you may have heard of physicians using a newer technology called the “Artas”. The Artas is a robotic machine claiming to provide speed and accuracy beyond manual techniques from your surgeon. WRONG. This is the less accurate way of doing things and unfortunately, it’s resulting in more and more Corrective Hair Transplants. Here’s what they’re not telling you..
-Its punch size is much larger in diameter leaving you with larger incisions and scars on the back of your head which can result in delayed healing and more trauma if not sparing nearby hair follicles.
-Larger grafts also mean larger recipient sites to be made, therefore not allowing the grafts to be as compact as they would with smaller grafts.
-The Artas creates a deeper score which has been known to bury grafts and likely cause cyst formation.
-An experienced FUE surgeon can expect a graft survival rate of around 90% while the Artas may have a much lower survivability. Based on our experience we’ve seen the survivability as low as 20% from the Artas under the use of inexperienced staff.
-The device can be set to target 3-4 hair grafts. Doctors have been known to cut and split these grafts, artificially increasing the number of grafts while minimizing the cost paid to Artas as the doctor pays per graft.
-The Artas has restrictions. One instrument and one device won’t work on 100% of the population. In fact, only 30-40% of patients are candidates for the procedure, so your doctor needs to have alternate techniques and tools for a proper FUE transplant. Thus, on the day of your surgery your surgeon needs a backup method of extracting the grafts so they’re not being permanently damaged.
-While Robotic hair transplants sounds pretty advanced and futuristic, it’s just another way a less experienced doctor can set up shop doing hair transplants amongst other services they already provide.
Conclusion? There are still too many limitations and refinements needed of the Artas to even come close to what a skilled physician can accomplish with the delicate touch of human hands and artistic craft for natural looking results. I would recommend people considering hair transplant surgery to find a skilled surgeon whom has many instruments to perform FUE.
If your Hair Transplant has been botched by the Artas robot and need Corrective hair transplant give us a call today. With Offices located in Beverly Hills, Orange County, and Las Vegas we specialize in hair transplant repair.
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Does the hair transplant surgeon matter when it comes to hair transplant results?
While California has many hair transplant surgeons to choose from, people living in other states aren’t so lucky. Some individuals may find they are lucky to even find just 1 reputable and experienced hair transplant surgeon in their area.
As a result, they may be wondering just how important the hair surgeon is to actual hair transplant results. After all, all hair transplants require the same basic steps of extracting and placing grafts, right? Unfortunately, no. Hair transplants can be a quite complicated procedure that requires expertise in order to achieve desirable results.
If the surgeon in your area leaves much to be desired when it comes to prove hair transplant results, it may be in your best interest to consider traveling for a reputable surgeon. Many consultations can be done via email with pictures or videochat. And while you may pay a little extra in travel expenses, it can be considered an investment in a quality hair transplant.
Here at Modena, many of our patients travel to us from all over the world. We understand the value of making the right choice when it comes to results and medical procedures, so we offer competitive travel perks for our out-of-town guests.
If you’d like to learn more about the value of having an experienced hair surgeon perform your hair transplant, give us a call today.
Is scalp micropigmentation a tattoo?
Scalp micropigmentation or SMP is a technique used to give the appearance of hair on the scalp. It is used to conceal scars, give the look of added density, thickness, or hair coverage, and for those who are bald but want to maintain the ‘shadowed’ look of hair on the scalp.
Scalp micropigmentation utilizes pigment to achieve the look of hair. Pigment is placed in a dot like fashion to mimic the look of hair follicles on the scalp.
Individuals researching scalp micropigmentation may mistake the hair loss technique for a tattoo. Scalp micropigmentation is not a tattoo, but is a similar idea. Rather than a permanent ink tattoo, that leaves lasting ink in the skin that can change colors and distort over time, micropigmentation use a semi-permanent pigment powder that is place in the skin. The pigment doesn’t distort or fade into a different color like regular tattoo ink does.
Scalp micropigmentation is semi-permanent so you can expect it to last for years but not forever. It is comparably priced to other hair loss treatments, typically ranging from $300-$800 depending on the size of the area and the coverage needed. For those who need more coverage or a have a more difficult case, multiple sessions of SMP may be needed to achieve desirable results.
If you’d like to learn more about scalp micropigmentation and find out if it’s the right hair loss treatment for you, give us a call today.
Help! I got a hair transplant and my hair looks worse than it did before!
This is a common complaint we hear on the message boards and from patients seeking a revision or reparative hair transplant. This is an unfortunate outcome of hair transplantation and not one that we expect to see after a successful surgery. Many things could cause your hair to look worse off after surgery than it did before. Below, I break down some of those causes.
Failed or botched surgery. A failed or botched surgery could result in your scalp and hair looking much worse than it did before surgery. This could be the result of an infection, necrosis, folliculitis, graft death, damage to grafts during extraction/placement, over-extraction, over-excision, and the list goes on. Unfortunately, there’s not much that can be done after a failed surgery, except wait until the scalp heals and seek out an experienced surgeon who specializes in repair hair transplants. If you are concerned about infection of swelling you should meet with a doctor. If you no longer trust your original hair surgeon, you should meet with other surgeons in your area to get 2nd and 3rd opinions.
Shock loss. This is a hair loss condition that effects the native hairs in the area surrounding the extraction and recipient zones. Sometimes, the trauma induced by hair transplant surgery can cause the surrounding hairs to go into a state of shock and fall out. This condition can be temporary or permanent. It is likely to be permanent if the hairs were on their way out, meaning they were likely to fall out in the coming years as a result of your progressive hair loss. Shock loss can be prevented with the use of medical management and expert technique by the surgeon so as to limit the trauma to the surrounding hairs.
Graft shedding. This is the best case scenario to explain your post-surgery look. Graft shedding is a normal part of the hair transplant process, in which the newly transplanted grafts shed the current hairs, and allow for the new hairs to grow in once they cycle through their growth phase. This process can take some time, thus why we recommend waiting 6 months – 1 year to determine the full results of hair transplantation.
If you’re concerned about the results of your hair transplant and would like to get a 2nd or 3rd opinion on your case, give us a call today. Here at Modena, our doctor’s specialize in medical management of hair loss, complicated hair transplant cases, and reparative hair surgeries.
The top 5 hair trends for women this Fall 2017
As the seasons go by, so do the hair styles. And while there are some styles that will always be ‘in,’ like beach waves, loose up-do’s, the messy lob, and voluminous cuts, sometimes a girl just wants to shake things up. It can be hard to keep up with all the latest trends, but luckily, we’ve done all the work for you so you don’t have to.
If you’re ready to try something new, you’ve got to consider these 5 styles that are having their moment right now: the highlight, the chop, warm caramel/copper hues, fringe, and the bob. Below, we break down the pros to these styles, how to describe them to your stylist, and how to rock them.
Highlights. While there’s many techniques of highlighting hair to add dimension, this trend is centered around deliberate and in your face (literally) color. Highlights in Fall 2017 are more centered around the face, in a technique known as face framing. Bonus: this trend leaves more of your natural hair color which means less damage.
The chop. This trend requires a love of geometric shapes. These cuts are blunt and graphic. They can range in lengths and compliment your face’s features in a unique way. Ask your stylist about the best shape and length for your face. Bonus: this trend works for bangs too.
Warm hues. Warm caramel, blonde, and copper tones always make an appearance come Fall time. And we’re not complaining. This trend has easy maintenance, and an easy grow out, meaning less work for you. It can give you a sun-kissed look while being festive for the changing seasons. Make sure your stylist picks a color complimentary to your skin tone.
Fringe. Fringe or curtain fringe is having a big moment right now. This trend can be applied to bangs or to face framing. This look is loose, relaxed, and chic. The bangs blend perfectly into your layers so you can have bangs without the big commitment. This trend is tailored perfect to your hair’s unique texture.
The bob. While this isn’t a ‘new’ trend, its one that we just can’t get enough of. This cut is flexible and universal; it can be molded to your face shape, hair texture, and desired length. It’s the perfect cut you just can’t go wrong with this season.
How to find the right hair surgeon for your hair goals
If you live in a place like southern California, then you have quite a few hair transplant surgeons to choose from when shopping around for quotes, graft estimates, and consultations. It can be difficult to know which surgeon is right for you.
So how can you find the right hair surgeon for your hair goals?
Our recommendation: first, discover your hair goals, then, align them with the goals of your potential surgeon. If your hair goal is to achieve natural, full, dense hair coverage with an age-appropriate hairline, make sure your potential surgeon specializes in natural-looking hair transplantation rather than a plug-like style. If your goal is to restore your hair line, or revise a scar, make sure your surgeon specializes in these areas. A good indication that they are experienced in the area you are interested in, is to review before and after pictures, reviews, and case results of cases similar to your own.
Here at Modena, we specialize in natural-looking hair transplantation that is safe and effective. We utilize alternative methods of hair restoration such as PRP therapy and laser therapy to increase results and increase healing time.
Dr. Yazdan, our primary hair physician at Modena, has been transplanting hair for over 10 years. He is skilled in both FUE and FUT/Strip methods of hair surgeries. He performs each surgery by hand, utilizing his own hand-crafted tools to extract and place grafts. He is present during the entirety of each procedure and all pre- and post-op care meetings.
If you’d like to learn more about hair transplant surgery, and determine if Modena Hair Center is the right facility for your goals, give us a call today.
How often should you cut your hair
Many individuals wonder exactly how far they should go in between haircuts. While it may be easy for men to determine when they need a cut (shorter hair shows unruliness quicker), it’s not as easy for women or those with longer hair. And while men may be able to slip quickly into the barber shop, women often need to know far in advance (before they need the cut) in order to get booked with their stylist. So, how do you determine how often should you cut your hair?
If you ask your stylist, they’ll likely say ‘it depends.’ While this is true information, it doesn’t do much in the way of helping you pre-book an appointment. What ‘it depends’ on is hair goals, length of hair, hair growth rate, and health of hair. Typical time in between cuts ranges from 4-16 weeks. Below we break down some of the factors that influence time between cuts so you can determine the best frequency for you.
Hair goals – if your goal is to grow your hair, you’ll want to go longer in between cuts. This will allow your hair more time to grow in between cuts. But don’t neglect the cuts completely! Your hair needs to be in prime health to grow as it should.
Hair growth – if your hair grows quickly, you’ll need to get it cut more often. If it grows slowly, you can get away with more time in between cuts. Get to know your hair and experiment with different times in between cuts to determine the best for you.
Hair health – if you’re in the process of bringing your damaged hair back to life, you’ll need cuts more often. Its imperative for you to keep those dead and damaged ends to a minimum, as leaving them can spread them up the hair strand. Utilize conditioning treatments in between cuts to help keep your hair in prime health.
Is it possible to get a hair transplant with someone else’s hair as the donor area?
This is actually a rather common question we receive on the message boards. Whether an individual lacks quality donor hair or just doesn’t like the color and texture of their hair, some wonder if they can have hair transplanted that is not their own.
While this may sound like a nice solution to a problem, it unfortunately is not possible. If we were to transplant hair into your scalp that is not your own, it would initiate an immune response that would not only reject the hair but also leave the scalp in a very unpleasant, infected state.
If you are interested in hair transplant surgery, but concerned about the quality of your donor hair area, you may have other areas on your body hair can be extracted from other than that most commonly used back of scalp. Body hair transplants are a viable option for many individuals seeking hair transplantation with an insufficient scalp donor area.
If you are interested in hair transplant surgery because you are not fond of your natural hair or texture, you have not found a proper treatment in hair transplantation. Hair transplant surgery is designed for those suffering from hair loss or for those looking to add hair to an area without (such as lowering the hairline). Hair surgery is not a viable option for those wishing to change their hair’s texture. For this, you will likely need to discuss options with an experienced hair stylist. There are many hair treatments such as keratin therapy that can alter the hair’s textures.
If you are interested in hair transplantation for hair loss, and would like to find out more information, such as if your donor health is sufficient enough for transplantation, give us a call today.
How to not derail your health goals this holiday season
The holiday season can be the most difficult season to stay on track with your health goals. Not only is your calendar packed full of events, dinners, and parties, which can make it difficult to stay active, but food temptation lies around every corner. Work, home, nowhere is safe from cookies, treats, and baked goods.
There has to be a way to not totally derail your health goals this holiday season. Below, we’ve compiled a few tips from trainers and nutritionists to help you stay on track while still enjoying your holidays.
Portions. No one wants to deprive themselves of all the yummy food our friends and families make. After all, what kind of holiday would that be? The best way to get through all of the yummy food this holiday season is to keep portions in mind. Smaller portions means you can try a little bit of everything, and you won’t leave feeling deprived.
Steps. While it can be difficult to get your workouts in when you have a packed schedule, there’s always time to get your steps in. Next time you go to work or go shopping, take the stairs instead of the elevator, and choose a farther parking spot. If you have the option of walking versus driving, take it. These steps will help you maintain an active lifestyle during the busy holiday season.
Choices. The most important thing you can do this holiday season to stay on track with your health goals is to make good choices. If you know you’re planning on having dessert later, don’t have any cookies in the break room at work. Choose to carve out some time for yourself to get your work out in. These choices will add up at the end of the season.
Happy holidays!
PRP with A Cell and FUT procedure
PRP therapy is a hair loss treatment that can be done on its own or in conjunction with hair transplant surgery. PRP therapy is a procedure in which the patient’s blood is extracted, separated into blood and plasma factors, gets added components to aid in healing and hair growth, and then has the factors and components reinjected into the scalp.
In this case, the patient began PRP treatments during his FUT procedure. After the procedure, he had 2 more PRP treatments done in the course of a year. He now gets yearly PRP sessions to maintain and promote hair growth.
To read more about this patient’s FUT procedure click here. Below is a video detailing the patient’s experience and results with PRP therapy. If you’d like to learn more about PRP with A Cell treatments, give us a call today.
Washing hair with hot vs cold water
There are pros and cons to washing hair with hot or cold water. Below we discuss these as well as when you should be using hot or cold water on your hair.
Hot water
Dirty, oily hair – because hot water opens pores, it works great at cleaning dirty, oily hair and skin. Hot water has exfoliating and cleansing properties. Because it cleans deeply as opposed to superficially, it can even help rid the scalp of oily build-up.
Overly porous hair – one pro of using hot water (cleansing the hair and pores of oil), is also its con. Because hot water opens the pore of the scalp and the cuticle of the hair, using it very often can cause hair to become overly porous. Overly porous hair is dry, brittle, and dull.
Frizz – any heat to the hair, whether in water or styling tools, can cause frizz. Heat rids the hair of moisture, which keeps hair frizz-free.
Cold water
Seals moisture – opposite of hot water, cold hair seals pores and cuticles, keeping your hair’s natural oils secure inside. Additionally, this prevents dirt and oil from entering the hair, meaning your hair stays cleaner longer.
Increases shine – cold water and cold air can increase the shine. Additionally, it can make hair soft and smooth. It does so by closing the scales of the hair’s cuticles.
Flattens hair – for the same reason cold water increases hair’s shine and smoothness, it also can flatten hair. If you are prone to lacking volume, you may want to stay away from washing hair in cold water.
So, what’s a girl to do?
Match your hair’s style to your hair temperature. If you have hair that is prone to being oily, you may want to use warmer water. If you are prone to frizz, finish your shower with a cold hair rinse. If your hair is thirsty for moisture and shine, try washing in colder water. If you aren’t sure which method to use, experiment to find the temperature that works best for you.
Why you should consider multiple hair transplants (part two)
To read part one of why you should consider multiple hair transplants, click here.
Individuals needing more than 3500 grafts are typically those who have rather severe hair loss spanning across the top of the scalp, crown, and hairline. If you are one of these individuals who requires over 3500 grafts to achieve your hair goals, there are benefits to considering breaking the hair transplant into multiple procedures. The reason has to do with safety and healing. Transplanting more than 3500 grafts in one procedure can have extremely damaging effects that may be counter-productive to your goals.
Hair transplants exceeding 4000 grafts are categorized as ‘mega-sessions.’ Mega-sessions have many unfortunate side effects such as trauma-induced hair loss, increased risk of visibly unappealing scarring, graft failure, and the list goes on. The research has shown that if a patient is in need of a high number of grafts, the best practice is to break the hair transplant into two or more procedures in order to allow the scalp to conduct its normal healing processes and to not overload or ‘shock’ the scalp.
So, how is a hair transplant ‘split’ into multiple procedures? The ideal way of splitting the hair transplant is to focus on one or two areas that the patient wishes to treat per procedure. In other words, the first procedure could be for the hairline and top of scalp, while the second addresses the crown. This allows the patient to maintain a nice, even, symmetrical look on the scalp as the hair grows in.
How long do I have to wait in between multiple hair transplants? The hair transplant healing process typically takes about a year. This is the minimum recommended time to wait before conducting another hair transplant procedure. This year will allow the scalp to fully heal and be in the best condition for the next procedure.
Something to keep in mind when getting quotes is that some doctor’s quote a very high number such as 5000-6000 grafts needed for the patient and to be transplanted during the procedure when not only does the patient not need that many grafts, but in fact they are not actually transplanting that many during your procedure. This is a tactic some doctors use to drive the price of hair transplantation up and make the patient believe they are getting more for their money. This is an extremely dishonest and unfortunate way of practicing. Be cautious of this when getting quotes. We always recommend our patients ‘shop’ around and get multiple quotes, not to try and get the ‘best deal,’ but to ensure they are getting a proper evaluation.
If you’d like to find out more about hair transplantation and get a quote for a graft count as well as a price estimate, give us a call today.
Why you should consider multiple hair transplants
When it comes to hair transplantation, there are limitations on what is a safe number of grafts to transplant per surgery. A typical hair transplant transplants anywhere from 500-3500 grafts on average. Some individuals seeking hair transplantation need many more grafts than the prior mentioned 3500. Many of these individuals go forward with a higher number graft transplant, not fully aware of the risks associated.
So, what are these individuals to do – if an individual needs a high number of grafts should they go for it in one sitting or accept their fate of not being able to get the coverage they desire and go with a smaller number? We recommend splitting the hair transplant into multiple procedures rather than transplant over 4000 grafts in one sitting. Below, we explain the reasoning behind this, by going deeper into the why behind the numbers. And no, it has nothing to do with money. In fact, the reason may surprise you.
Individuals needing more than 3500 grafts are typically those who have rather severe hair loss spanning across the top of the scalp, crown, and hairline. If you are one of these individuals who requires over 3500 grafts to achieve your hair goals, there are benefits to considering breaking the hair transplant into multiple procedures. The reason has to do with safety and healing. Transplanting more than 3500 grafts in one procedure can have extremely damaging effects that may be counter-productive to your goals.
Hair transplants exceeding 4000 grafts are categorized as ‘mega-sessions.’ Mega-sessions have many unfortunate side effects such as trauma-induced hair loss, increased risk of visibly unappealing scarring, graft failure, and the list goes on. The research has shown that if a patient is in need of a high number of grafts, the best practice is to break the hair transplant into two or more procedures in order to allow the scalp to conduct its normal healing processes and to not overload or ‘shock’ the scalp. To read more about mega-sessions and their damaging effects, click here.
If you’d like to find out more about hair transplantation and get a quote for a graft count as well as a price estimate, give us a call today.
Case Study – FUE Hairline Hair Transplant
This patient came to us after doing lots of research on hair transplantation. This 45 year old male patient desired more density in his hairline and crown. After getting a graft quote and cost estimate, the patient decided to get the hairline done now in one procedure and the crown done in one year from now in a second procedure. Dr. Yazdan transplanted 1500 grafts into the hairline through the FUE method of hair transplantation. Below are before and after pictures illustrating the patient’s results.
When is it time to start considering a hair transplant?
The best way to prevent hair loss is to catch it as early as possible. With information widely available on the internet, we’re getting more patients coming to us earlier in their loss. This is great news – since there’s more options available to treat hair loss the sooner the symptoms are recognized.
If you’re one of the growing number of individuals who have caught their hair loss early, you may be wondering when the right time to consider a hair transplant is. The timing of hair transplantation depends on a variety of factors such as age, stage of hair loss, family history of hair loss, cause of hair loss, and so on.
Below, we break a few of the most common contributors to determining your candidacy for hair transplantation to help you figure out the best time to start investing in your hair.
Age
It is not uncommon for individuals to begin noticing signs of hair loss in their early 20s. For these patients, we begin with exploring what we call medical maintenance options. Examples include laser treatment, PRP therapy, prescription medications, and over-the-counter hair loss solutions which can help protect the current hair, ward of future loss, and even reverse hair loss if its recent. We go to these routes first because starting a patient on hair transplantation at such an early age can cause them to have to get multiple surgeries through out their life to maintain their desired look, costing them lots of money and jeopardizing the health of their donor area.
Stage of hair loss
If hair loss is in its beginning stages, it may not be time for a hair transplant just yet. Hair transplantation is most effective in those patients who are in more progressive stages of hair loss. Those in early stages have many options for hair restoration outside of hair transplantation.
Cause of hair loss
There are many causes of hair loss. While the most common is age and genetics, side effects of medications or diseases are pretty common as well. If it is suspected that a medication or disease may be causing your hair loss, it is best to explore this cause more. In some cases, simply changing medications or treating a disease can eliminate the hair loss.
So, when is the right time for surgery? To determine the best time for hair transplantation it is best to meet with an experienced hair restoration surgeon who can do a full analysis of your hair loss and explore all of your options with you. If you’d like to find out if you’re a candidate, give us a call today.
Case Study – FUE Hair Transplant Donor Area
We get many questions from patients regarding how an FUE hair transplant procedure looks immediately after the procedure and once its healed. How an FUE donor area will look post-surgery depends on a wide variety of factors such as how many grafts were extracted, what size punch tool was used for extraction, the skill and technique of the doctor, the involvement of the doctor, and more. There is a great difference in the appearance of properly done and successful FUE donor area and the appearance of an improperly done one.
Below, we’ve included pictures of a recent case wherein the patient received a 2800 graft FUE procedure. We used our signature 0.7mm punch tool which is the smallest on the market. On the left is a picture of the donor area immediately following surgery, while on the right is a picture of the healed donor area after 6 months. As you can see, the patient healed very well, and there are no visible scars. When expert skill and technique is used, this can be the outcome of a healed FUE donor area.
Creative hair colors – Fall 2017 trends
Long gone are the days of plain Jane’s, modern hair styles now involve a wide spectrum of colors.
We know what you’re thinking: who can really get away with colorful hair at their professional job? Worry not: the most recent hair trends for Fall 2017 aren’t a rainbow spectrum, they’re a subtle play on traditional brunette and blonde colors.
Below are some of our favorite color combinations that are sure to impress your friends, coworkers, and maybe even your bosses.
Soft rose gold
This multi-dimensional color incorporates subtle pink hues in a goldy-blonde tone. Rose gold jewelry is all the rage, so why not try it on your hair too? To get this color its best if you’re already at a goldish-blonde or dirty blonde/light brown hair color. Your colorist will easily be able to add blonde-gold hues and pink touches.
Lavender blonde
This color is similar to the rose gold but incorporates a more pastel purple hue over a whiter/ashier blonde tone. This color is ideal for those with an ashier blonde or white colored hair. Your colorist will be able to add in lavender hues that will add a soft and subtle creative dimension that’s sure to impress.
Salted caramel brunette
This one is taken straight out of the fall cookbook. Salted caramel is one of our favorite additions in our drinks and desserts, and now it can be in our hair too. This dye-job is ideal for those with a brunette base. Your colorist can add in caramel hues which will add warmth and dimension to your overall color.
How to keep stress levels in check during the holidays
New research has shown that stress during the holidays is at an all-time high. We’ve talked before about the harmful effects of stress on the mind and body, so what can we do to keep stress levels in check during the holiday season?
Scientists have been searching for the best way to manage stress. Recently, they’ve seen great results in using mindfulness techniques to reduce stress.
What are mindfulness techniques? Mindfulness techniques are techniques that induce a relaxation response in the body and mind. There are many ways to induce a relaxation response, and we explore some of them below.
Deep breathing. This simple technique is easy and can be done anywhere, anytime. The idea is to get as much fresh air into your lungs as possible. The more oxygen exchange happening in your body, the less anxiety you feel.
Meditation. Purposeful focus on the current moment is what motivates this technique. You can be engage mediation by utilizing repetitive sound, breathing, light, aromatherapy, and more. This technique can take some practice but there are some great apps and youtube videos that help you get started.
Yoga. By focusing on our body’s movements, muscles, and strength, we can relieve the physiological holds of stress and anxiety. By reduced the physiological symptoms we can impact the mental symptoms of stress and anxiety as well.
When the relaxation response is successfully activated, the heart rates slows down, breathing becomes slowed, blood pressure lowers, muscles relax, and blood flow circulation increases. All of these physiological mechanisms work to reduce stress levels both short and long-term. Now get to enjoying your holidays!
