Justin* came into our office recently. He is now 30 years old but suffered from severe acne as a teen. He had “rolling(wide)” scarring on his cheeks and was ready to improve his appearance. He had always been self conscious of the scars and heard about Bellafill. We were happy to help improve his appearance!
Bellafill is the only FDA approved dermal filler on the market approved for the correction of moderate to severe atrophic acne scarring on the neck and cheeks of patients 21 and over. Bellafill works in two ways: 1. The collagen provides immediate volume below the atrophic scar to lift them to the same level of the surrounding skin and 2. The PMMA microspheres create a matrix that supports endogenous collagen production. The best candidates for Bellafill will pass the 3 S’s test. The scars will be smooth when stretched(skin almost appears normal when stretched), have soft shoulders in the scar area and will be saucer-like.
The Dr. was able to successfully fill Justin’s scars and improve his appearance after two treatments. The severity of the scarring will determine how many treatments are needed per patient. Most patients see results after the first treatment and may only need touch-ups after 6-12 months.
Are you ready to improve your appearance and get rid of those acne scars? Contact our office for a complimentary consultation to find out which treatment may be best for you!
Our office receives calls every day asking about the difference between Dysport and Botox. We have all of your questions answered below in this FAQ version.
What is Botox used to treat?
Botox is an injected liquid used to treat frown lines, smile lines, crows feet, nasal crunch lines, and horizontal forehead wrinkles. By relaxing the underlying muscles, these lines become less deep and soften the face.
How long does Botox last?
Botox treatments typically last 3-6 months. Patients who receive regular treatments will notice that the treatments start to last longer after the first year.
How long does Botox take to work?
Botox treatments tend to be noticed within 72 hours after the injection. The full effect of the treatment is determined after 7 days.
What is Dysport used to treat?
Dysport is an injectable liquid that has been used in Europe for years to treat moderate to severe frown lines. It has been approved by the FDA in the US for this use. Dysport injections leave a more natural relaxed face than Botox.
How long does Dysport last?
A Dysport treatment typically lasts 4 months.
How long does Dysport take to work?
Patients notice full results within 2-3 days after the first treatment. This is quicker than the alternative injectable.
What is the difference between Botox and Dysport?
Botox has been used in the US for over 20 years on thousands of patients. Botox can smooth out wrinkles in the face and create a softer look. Dysport results can be seen much quicker than Botox and can sometimes last longer than Botox, depending on the severity of the frown lines. Dysport is also less expensive than Botox.
Still not sure which is the right treatment for you? Give us a call and schedule your complimentary consultation today.
There are a few places on the body that show age; the hands, around the eyes and mouth and the neck area. Surgery has been the most popular option to correct the areas on the face and neck in the past. Surgery is expensive, painful and usually requires time away from work and family. We now have another non-surgical option available for you – Kybella!
Kybella is an FDA approved injectable that melts the fat in the chin area. It is reported to “improve the appearance of moderate to severe convexity or fullness associated with submental fat in adults”, also known as the double chin. The active ingredient in Kybella is a deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring molecule in the body that helps in the breakdown of dietary fat. This is injected into the double chin area and helps to contour the area.
Kybella is unique in that once the patient has had the recommended amount of treatments, retreatment is not necessary. This is because once the fat cell is destroyed, it can no longer accumulate fat in that area. Most patients see noticeable results within 2-3 treatments. There may be slight bruising in the area after the injection. Treatments only take fifteen minutes and are done in the comfort of our office.
Are you ready to start the new year with a contoured chin? Call us today to schedule your complimentary consultation.
Do you remember Queen Nefertiti from ancient Egyptian history? If you don’t it’s OK, we will fill you in on her beauty and strengths. The feature she is most remembered for is her very defined jaw line. Hollywood celebrities have been trying to mimic her strong jaw line and now they are with Botox! Introducing – the nefertiti neck lift.
The Nefertiti neck lift is the latest celebrity cosmetic procedure. The average person can also achieve this look with a few injections of Botox. The shape of the face changes over time, from high cheekbones and a triangle shape to a more saggy, squared shape. Injecting botox into the jaw line tightens the jaw line and helps to reshape the face back into a triangle.
Lower face rejuvenation surgery has been the option to tighten the jaw line in the past. We are happy to offer botox now as an alternative to going under the knife. Treatments can be done in our comfortable office setting and over a lunch break. There is no downtime and patients start seeing results after one treatment. Dermal fillers can be used with the botox treatment if the patient also has loss of volume in the area. It is safe to use in the neck area and can correct “turkey neck”, wrinkles in the “necklace” area and double chin area.
Give us a call today to find out if this is the right treatment for you. Schedule your complimentary consultation today.
As a health professional it is always exciting to find more uses for Botox for patients. Botox has many benefits such as smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles, helping patients who suffer from migraines and excessive sweating and now it can be used to create a more feminine face.
Some women, especially Asian patients, often have large masseter muscles. These are the muscles in the jawline which help with closing the jaw during chewing. It is very desirable in a man to have large masseter muscles which create a square jawline. However, women with a square jawline are looking for a way to reshape their face and make it more feminine.
Jaw reduction surgery was the only option available until now. This procedure is an invasive procedure which involves cutting or shaving the jawbone to reshape the face. Surgery requires pain, downtime and may not always work for patients. Botox can be injected into the muscle which weakens the muscle over time. This weakening makes the muscle appear smaller and creates a thinner, more feminine face. This gives the patient a graceful and softer appearance. Patients may need 2-3 treatments to have a long lasting effect to the jaw line. Botox is non-invasive and can be performed on a lunch break!
Are you ready to learn more about this procedure? Give us a call to schedule your complimentary consultation to make your face look more feminine.
*Image courtesy of Ambro at FreeDigitalPhotos.net
Goodbye fancy, expensive face creams, SkinPen is the new anti-aging treatment with lasting results.
In only 1 hour your skin can be on its way to looking refreshed with the SkinPen. The results are almost immediate and the downtime is minimal. But how does this new anti-aging treatment work?
The SkinPen is a microneedling pen. It is billed as assisting in the collagen remodeling process that takes place naturally in the patient. It is a fast, safe and effective treatment for fine lines and wrinkles. The skin is numbed and the pen is used over the areas that are to be treated. Most patients experience a mild vibration to the skin during the procedure. The skin will appear pink or red, like a mild sunburn, immediately after the treatment. This will subside within 1-2 days and you will begin to see results.
SkinPen is used to treat fine lines and wrinkles as well as acne scarring, hyperpigmentation and sun damage. Microdermabrasion, chemical peels and laser resurfacing are also used for these conditions. SkinPen is a good option for patients who want a quick and easy treatment for anti-aging. As with any other cosmetic procedure, we also recommend the patient use an approved skin care regimen and sunscreen to help prevent further damage to the skin that has been treated.
Contact us today to find out if SkinPen is the right procedure for you to reverse the aging process. We offer complimentary consultations and can answer all of your questions about treatment options.
