Rare infectious filler complication after hyaluronic acid fillers!
Jenn – I hope you see this. I didn’t see your question at first and clearly this is a very important! This rare complication is called a “biofilm.” You really...
Does Sculptra still work as we get older? What about Voluma?
You’re welcome! I’m glad you asked these questions. There are no studies on this, but after many years of working with Sculptra, my observation is that as we get older,...
Problems with Restylane – the Tyndall effect with bluish coloration.
I’m so sad that this happened to you. You are understandably very frustrated. For some reasons, HA fillers like Restylane or Belotero can last, in some people, a VERY long...
The “liquid lift” – what do I think??
On the overcharge question, it’s really impossible for me to say without knowing where you live (some areas much more expensive) and how many syringes were used. I really hear...
A problem with Juvederm?
Hmmmmm…. something doesn’t add up here because most or all of the Juvederm would be gone by now. Please make sure you go back to the dermatologist who injected the...
During chemotherapy, can I use Sculptra?
In general, Sculptra during chemotherapy is not a good idea because it works by stimulating your own cells (fibroblasts) to make collagen. During chemo, the cells all over your body...
Artery blockage – a serious complication of fillers.
I’m glad you wrote, thank you for sharing this and I’m very sad this happened to you! My position on this is that any doctor, PA-C, ARNP or well-supervised nurse...
Volumetrics – why they are important! Also Voluma.
I’m glad you wrote because I think many women start to see this effect around the age of 50ish. And, I’m happy that you’ve found someone good to work with...
Can you use a filler in forehead region of the face?
Yes, but this is not FDA approved and should only be done by experts, and usually/often with a blunt tipped canula rather than a needle. This is because there are...
Will sleeping on my side change the results of my filler – Voluma?
If you look very carefully, almost all of us are flatter on the side on which we sleep the most. Sometimes it’s subtle and sometimes quite different. When your doctor/nurse...
