Tips of the WeekTag >> Fillers
First, start SLOWLY with ½ or 1 syringe if you are younger and 1-2 syringes if you are over 50. You can always add more later, and it's not pleasant to feel bloated and puffy. Put on your... more
Posted in Sculptra, Restylane, Radiesse, JuvedermRestylane, Juvederm and Restylane, Frown Lines, Fillers, Crows Feet, Botox, 2011 on Oct 18, 2011 | Permalink
I often hear patients confusing Botox and Fillers in their terminology and want to take this opportunity to set the record straight. There is a big difference between the two! Botox (or... more
It is easy to focus only on your face when considering anti-aging procedures and products, but don't forget to consider these other important areas of the body: 1. Hands - the hands are a... more
Are there side effects or complications with Sculptra? Like most medical things, complications are rare if the procedure is performed skillfully. And you should read your consent forms... more
How do you figure out which is right for you, Sculptra or Juvederm/Restylane? Often if you are 35-50-ish and just have a few lines or creases around your mouth, 1-2 syringes of HA filler... more
We are all concerned about how long things like Juvederm or Sculptra last. No one wants to be constantly having to come in for maintenance. And these treatments are expensive, so... more
I get many questions about Sculptra, the relatively new filler. So here are the basics. Sculptra is a filler that is very different from Juvederm or Restylane (HA or hyaluronic acid |
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Here are some tips for quick relief, always nice for the holidays: Use your moisturizer 3-4 times a day instead of twice. You'll be amazed! Moisturizer Recommendations. Go have a makeup |
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Posted in Fillers, Artefill, 2010 on Nov 14, 2010 | Permalink
This filler is relatively new to the U.S. market. It is a so-called permanent filler made from polymethylmethacrylate, which are basically tiny, plastic "microspheres" (kind of like tiny... more
Other tricks to avoiding filler problems? 1. Always pick a good doctor. This seems obvious but many people don't. See my directory of good cosmetic dermatologists, and ask your friends... more
Posted in Fillers, 2010 on Oct 15, 2010 | Permalink
What filler complications should you watch out for? First, any time there is a needle in your skin, a bruise is possible. Bruise prevention! There are multiple ways to avoid them. Some... more
Posted in Radiesse, Fillers, 2010 on Oct 07, 2010 | Permalink
What about other fillers like Radiesse? Radiesse is a different substance altogether from hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm and Restylane. It's a calcium hydoxylapetite filler, which... more
I've been realizing from all the blog questions I get, that there's still a lot of confusion about fillers - what they do best and which ones are safe. Please remember: I perform many... more
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