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Xeomin may be the new and improved Botox alternative

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

What’s the best treatment for deep wrinkles?

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?

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?

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?

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

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

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