Last year’s Allergan purchase of Kybella unveiled a very exciting time in aesthetics. 67% of the population says they are bothered by their side profile, and now there is something available to treat patients in a non-invasive way. Finally, those with a “turkey neck”, or “double chin” can destroy fat cells safely, permanently, and in-office. …
As we age, our natural lip border begins to turn inward. Many patients notice a loss in volume, as well as vertical lip lines, a.k.a. “smoker’s lines”, that form above + below the lips. Even though this is a common dislike among patients, many avoid treatment due to fear of looking visibly augmented. As the …
Are you interested in lip augmentation? Dermal fillers have been around for many years but have a recently-renewed popularity with record numbers in 2015 showing lip augmentation procedures as the second-fastest growing facial procedure in the United States. With the right injector, and natural correction as the end goal, this procedure still understandably comes with …
Every patient has a unique genetic makeup and set of age-related aesthetic complexities. Some contributing factors of aging include bone structure, environmental exposures, and volume deficits from the repositioning of facial fat. Some of the most common areas of concern include nasolabial folds, oral commissures, and marionette lines. Treatment options for these areas vary, but …
The notorious double chin is a problem that can affect anyone, regardless of their age or body type. It is created by extra fat deposits that accumulate under your jawbone and around your neck. These deposits are often difficult to get rid of. Even if you practice healthy habits, like good diet and exercise, the …
When people consider the effects of aging, an area that isn’t often considered is the lips. The truth is that your lips can lose a lot of tissue as you get older, causing them to look considerably thinner and less prominent on your face. The good news is that your lips don’t have to stay …
A number of changes happen to your face as you age. Some are more obvious, like wrinkles or a loss of firmness to your skin. Others are less obvious, including a receding of the facial bones. When this occurs, your face loses definition in the chin, jaw, and cheek, resulting in a flatter look. Dr. …
There are a number of ways that people try to fight the telltale signs of aging. Some alter their skin treatment while others dye their hair or update their wardrobe. To make themselves look younger, many people opt for dermal fillers or Botox. In 2013, Botox was ranked the most popular minimally invasive procedure and …
If your face has lost volume through natural aging, weight loss or illness, it can create a gaunt appearance. Our face naturally loses volume at and below the cheekbones and around the eyes and temples as we age, as a result of slowed collagen production, muscle atrophy, and skeletal loss. JUVÉDERM VOLUMA XC is an …
All patients will inevitably lose volume in the face. We lose the heart-shaped youthful face as it becomes more deflated and gaunt with time. Radiesse is a that naturally restores these elements, resulting in a refreshed and natural appearance. Use of Radiesse treatments provides special improvement in fullness, skin laxity, fine lines, and wrinkles. What …