There are many ways to improve your appearance but BOTOX® is the most revolutionary anti-aging physician administered cosmetic procedure in the United States today.
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BOTOX® is used to effectively and safely improve the appearance of frown lines, forehead creases and crows feet by relaxing the underlying muscles.
BOTOX® is a purified protein administered in a simple, non-surgical procedure that temporarily improves the appearance of moderate to severe lines caused by certain facial expressions.
A major cause of wrinkles, in addition to tanning and smoking, is our natural use of facial muscles. The constant use of these muscles results in lines that make us look angry and tired.
BOTOX® blocks the chemicals that cause facial muscles to contract, thereby relaxing them. Very low doses are administered via a few tiny injections into the muscles that cause these stubborn lines. BOTOX® not only softens the lines but because the muscles are prevented from contracting, it also prevents new ones from forming.
There is a delicate art to injecting BOTOX and extensive knowledge of facial musculature is very important. The goal is to relax certain muscles without limiting your facial expression.
BOTOX® is FDA approved for severe axillary hyperhidrosis. If you have difficulty with excessive sweating such as your hands and underarms. This procedure may be a possible treatment for you: BOTOX® severe sweating.
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Juvéderm® XC is a new, FDA-approved formula of the effective Juvéderm dermal filler that contains lidocaine, a local anesthetic, to minimize the mild discomfort previously associated with this treatment. Injected directly into targeted areas of the skin, Juvéderm reduces the appearance of wrinkles and folds while also smoothing skin for an overall enhanced appearance.
The new Juvéderm XC eliminates the need for additional anesthetic, as well as the wait time of up to 30 minutes for the numbness to take effect. The lidocaine contained within this injection takes only seconds to spread across the treatment area. Results are reported to last up to a year, making Juvéderm one of the most commonly requested treatments.
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Restylane® is designed to smooth wrinkles, sculpt lips and shape facial contours. It is a clear, synthetic gel made with hyaluronic acid, a natural substance that is found throughout your body. It carries little risk of allergic reaction. The most common areas for treatment are the glabellar lines (between the eyebrows) and the nasolabial folds(from the root of the nose to the angle of your mouth). With its unique ability to bind with water, Restylane® remains in your skin for many months.
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Radiesse™
Radiesse™ is a synthetic injectable filler that reduces wrinkles, creases and scars by augmenting the body’s natural collagen supply. Composed of microspheres in a biocompatible gel, Radiesse is made from the same minerals found in our bones, so it carries little risk of allergic reaction. Radiesse can be used on many areas of the body, including the nasolabial folds, perioral lines, depressed scars and oral commissures.
Treatments typically take 15 minutes and require only local anesthetic. Side effects such as swelling or bruising are minimal and should fade within a few days. Results are visible immediately after the injection and can last up to 18 months, although the procedure can be repeated as often as you wish.
Courtesy: S. Bentlover, MD - Worcester, MA
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