Botox, Fillers and Facelift
I think it makes sense to let the more temporary fillers like Juvederm/Restylane/Perlane – all the hyaluronic acid fillers – wear off so you can get the optimum result from the surgery. ...
Would Radiesse be a good alternative to Restylane?
In your situation, Radiesse is a reasonable option. Just make sure your doctor is experienced and a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon. It’s not a guarantee, but it helps....
Fillers – What You Need to Know (#1 of 4)
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...
Can having filler along labial nasal lines cause shadows and furrows elsewhere?
Without seeing you, it’s really hard to comment. This can happen sometimes depending on your original facial contours. It’s fixable and preventable the next time. Please go back to your...
Is there a non-surgical way to shorten the distance between nose and mouth?
The answer to this is yes ……..but depending on the exact anatomy. You didn’t tell me how old you are. If you’re 80, it will be much harder than if...
I don’t like my Juvederm. Can I get rid of it?
Yes, you can! Please call your doctor. There is an enzyme (hyaluronidase) that can be injected into the Juvederm (or Restylane) to dissolve it pretty much instantly. It works on all the...
I have had bad experiences with several fillers. What can I use around my mouth?
I wish I could say your situation is unusual but I’ve heard many similar stories! Let’s start at the beginning and think through this. I want you to go back...
Can fillers be used to contour the nose?
The answer to this is absolutely yes! In fact, there are several dermatologists and plastic surgeons who have made this a special interest and published papers on these techniques. Restylane and...
If I’m 68, would Juvederm help my chin area?
Yes – Juvederm will work for deep wrinkles around your chin, but you would almost certainly need 2-3 syringes to lay down a good base. Follow up treatments would probably require less. ...
Is it likely that Restylane will show through thin skin?
If it’s placed correctly, it really shouldn’t. We treat many thin skinned at our office with this product and Juvederm. If it’s placed too superficially in the dermis (the layer...
