A minimally invasive alternative...
For patients who are just beginning to show signs of facial aging, the rapidly expanding repertoire of injectable treatments is perfect to suit your needs. Injections are performed in the comfort of our office. With some treatments, no anesthetic is necessary, as the needles utilized are so small that discomfort is minimal. Topical anesthetic agents or nerve blocks may be utilized to ensure your comfort.
Neuromuscular Toxins - The first option, which is most appropriate for active lines or age associated wrinkles that are just starting to appear, is to temporarily weaken or paralyze the muscle that is causing the wrinkle. Botulinum Toxin type A is a family of neurotoxins that block nerve signals that cause muscles to contract. The toxin works directly where it is placed, and thus can be artistically used to alter facial expressions.
Soft Tissue Fillers - The second class of injectable treatments are the soft tissue fillers. This group is rapidly expanding, and many options are available. These injectables are more useful for treatment of firmly established wrinkles or larger lines of facial aging (such as the nasolabial folds). Fillers restore volume to the face and can add structure as well. Depending on the type of filler and the depth at which it is injected, you can smooth out fine lines on the surface of the skin, fill out deep lines (eg: nasolabial folds), augment soft tissues (such as the lips), or even effectively augment facial bone structure.
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BOTOX Cosmetic (Botulinum Toxin Type A)
BOTOX Cosmetic is a popular non-surgical injection that temporarily reduces or eliminates frown lines, forehead creases, crows feet near the eyes and thick bands in the neck. The toxin blocks the nerve impulses, temporarily relaxing the muscles that cause wrinkles and giving the skin a smoother, more refreshed appearance. Studies have also suggested that BOTOX is effective in relieving excessive sweating, referred to as Hyperhidrosis.
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DYSPORT (abobotulinumtoxinA)
DYSPORT is the first new botulinum toxin for wrinkles and muscle spasticity since the introduction of Botox Cosmetic and has been used throughout Europe for over 15 years. This latest wrinkle fighter is a modified version of botulinum toxin A and inhibits facial muscle contractions that over time lead to forehead lines and crows feet and is extremely effective in reducing frown lines between the eyebrows.
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JUVEDERM ULTRA/JUVEDERM ULTRA PLUS
JUVEDERM is a smooth consistency gel made of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in your skin that helps to add volume and hydration. JUVEDERM injectable gel is injected mid to deep dermis, under the skin, to restore volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and nasolabial folds, commonly referred to as “smile lines“ or “parentheses“.
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RADIESSE
RADIESSE dermal filler is made of calcium-based microspheres suspended in a water-based gel, and is injected into the skin through a simple and minimally invasive procedure. RADIESSE dermal filler works with your own body in a remarkable way. Upon injection, it immediately adds volume to safely contour, correct, and beautify facial features. And unlike other fillers, RADIESSE dermal filler continues to work over time. With its patented microsphere technology, it starts a process called collagenesis, stimulating your body to produce new collagen and encouraging collagen to grow around the injection area. .
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RESTYLANE/PERLANE
RESTYLANE and PERLANE provide rejuvenating cosmetic beauty enhancement for a natural, youthful appearance. Both composed of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occuring substance in your skin and other tissues. Hyaluronic Acid has a chemical structure similar in many ways to sugar and is identical in all species and in all tissue types, making Restylane a very safe product and well tolerated by most. RESTYLANE and PERLANE are leading dermal fillers, lasting 4-6 months after injection. PERLANE has larger gel particles intended to be injected deeper within the skin.