I wanted to update you on some very exciting news in the arena of facial fillers. The FDA has just approved Xeomin for the temporary improvement of moderate to severe glabellar lines (those unwanted vertical lines between the eyebrows). Other cosmetic treatments run the gamut of typical Botox uses: crinkles and wrinkles on forehead, laugh CONTINUE READING
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Is there a quick way to minimize the crow’s feet around my eyes and plump the lines on the sides of my mouth before the holidays?
December 12, 2010
Yes, but it will depend entirely on variables unique to your situation. The extent of the wrinkling will play a factor, as well as your age and the results you are looking for. The best course of action is to schedule a consult to discuss your options and decide the best treatment options for your CONTINUE READING
What’s the best treatment for deep wrinkles?
April 14, 2010
Using fillers to volumize and solutions such as Botox or Dysport to treat the underlying tight muscles is a good course of action for deep wrinkles. Factors such as where they are located and how deep the wrinkles actually are will play a role in the type of treatment that may be most successful. The CONTINUE READING
What’s the best treatment for eye wrinkles?
April 4, 2010
The best treatment for eye wrinkles depends on the area where the wrinkles are located and the severity of the wrinkles. Botox or Dysport can be very effective in eliminating the appearance of crow’s feet, or the lines near the outer part of the eye. Sometimes a filler such as Juvederm can be used to reduce CONTINUE READING
Zinc Supplements… Can It Make Botox Work Better?
January 2, 2010
It’s been said recently that a proprietary dietary supplement makes Botox injections more effective. My opinion currently is that data is inconclusive, but let’s discuss it further. First here’s what we do know about zinc and Botox injections to date. Botox actually does require a bit of zinc to work properly. Botox is part of CONTINUE READING
Q&A: What is the best alternative to a facelift?
October 28, 2009
A facelift, like any decision to have surgery, is a big decision. But it can be very beneficial a procedure to restore the appearance of youth to your face, and tighten skin and underlying fatty tissue and muscles beneath the neck and face. Typically, a face lift is a good option when you have sagging CONTINUE READING
Fall Specials: Artefill, Botox, Latisse
October 14, 2009
A Rare Opportunity: Ensure results with the Artefill Assurance Program The makers of Artefill are offering a rare perk to patients considering the dermal filler through the Artefill Assurance Program. If a patient does not receive optimal results full correction from the first 3-syringe Artefill treatment to correct smile lines, then he or she may CONTINUE READING
September Specials – Injectable Fillers
September 1, 2009
The big news: 20% off all injectables (a savings of anywhere from $100-200 per syringe) through September! Usually reserved for patients new to the practice, we are extending our 20% off welcome to all patients in the practice for the month of September. Read below to see what additional news might be helpful for you! CONTINUE READING