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FAQ's on Non-Surgical Procedures

 

 
What is BOTOX® Cosmetic?
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a highly purified protein injected into the skin to relax the muscles that cause some kinds of wrinkles.
 
 
 
What problems will BOTOX® treat?
In addition to over 180 medical uses, BOTOX® has many cosmetic uses, including treatment of frown lines, worry lines across the forehead, crow's feet lines, smile lines, lines around the mouth, downturned corners of the mouth, chin wrinkles, neck lines, "marionette's" lines running down from the corners of the mouth, and excessively sweaty armpits, palms, and feet.
 
 
 
Do the injections hurt?
The needles for BOTOX® are much smaller than those used for collagen and Restylane®; patients are often surprised at how little pain BOTOX® injections cause.
 
 
 
Is Restylane® effective?
Yes. Clinical studies show that patients injected with Restylane for the treatment of facial folds achieved an optimal cosmetic result. These results were sustained for a longer period of time (as much as twice as long) than with collagen.
 
 
 
How does Restylane work?
Restylane works in two ways: Upon injection, into the mid to deep dermis (middle skin layer), the NASHA™ gel adds volume and fullness to smooth facial wrinkles and folds. It integrates into dermal tissue, then attracts and binds to water molecules to help maintain volume.
 
 
 
Is Restylane safe?
Yes.  Restylane has been used safely by dermatologists and plastic surgeons since 1996 worldwide.  Because Restylane is non-animal-based and fully biocompatible, allergy testing is not required.  The most commonly reported side effects were temporary redness and swelling at the injection site.  These effects typically resolve within two to three days.
 
 
 
How is Restylane different from BOTOX®?
Restylane is a natural cosmetic filler. BOTOX® is a drug that blocks nerve transmission and relaxes the underlying muscles. Many patients have been very pleased after receiving treatment with both products.
 
 
 
What is Laser Skin Resurfacing?
Also known as "laser peel," laser skin resurfacing removes the uppermost, damaged layers of skin with a carbon dioxide laser beam.
 
 
 
What does the procedure treat?
Laser peels can treat wrinkles, sun damage, uneven pigmentation, fine lines around the mouth and the eyes, and facial scars.
 
 
 
What is a chemical peel?
Chemical peels can treat wrinkles, sun damage, uneven pigmentation, fine lines around the mouth and the eyes, and facial scars.
 
 
 
Can chemical peels be combined with other procedures?
Peels can be combined with other procedures such as facelifts for a younger look.
 

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