Thread lifts – Old vs New
For those of you who haven’t heard of these, the idea is that a thick “thread” (really just a large suture) is inserted under the skin. Then it’s anchored to...
What filler is best for filling the nasolabial fold?
I’m so glad you asked this! Think about how different nasolabial folds are on different people. Look at your friends and you’ll see that some are deep only right at the...
Are injections in the glabella and frown lines safe?
Again… I know I sound repetitive on this, but you all ask the best questions! There’s a lot of conflicting information on this out there, and I’ll try to sort...
What are the longest lasting fillers?
This is a common question and definately a reasonable one! When fillers are skillfully done, by someone with a good aesthetic eye, they can truly bring some joy. Many patients...
How filler injection lip bumps can occur
I’m so glad you asked this because it’s a very common problem. The below pertains to hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers only, and NOT Sculptra. Please avoid little plastic beads (Bellafil &...
How many CO2 treatments are necessary for optimal results?
The amount of CO2 treatments needed depends primarily on two things – what your goal is and how much repair you need (age and sun damage). For example, if you...
Can radiofrequency treatments cause indentations or divits?
Radiofrequency is a useful tool in the anti-aging world of dermatology. For those of you who have not experienced a radiofrequency treatment, it uses sound energy to heat the dermis,...
Beginner’s guide to your first filler treatment
Thank you! Your comment totally made my day. It’s really a pleasure to interact with all of you, and try to help with the craziness of our current technology. There’s...
A coffee mask for dark circles under the eyes?
Dark circles under the eyes are caused by 3 things; a hollow under the eye that creates a shadow, brown pigment (melanin), or visible red/purple blood vessels. These can occur singly or in...
How to get the benefits from Sculptra and avoid lumps.
My heart goes out to you on this. I’m not sure where you live, but is there anyone in the area who is a Sculptra expert where you could get...
