The temples are often an overlooked site that injectors and patients bypass. The temple region hollows are we age, due to bone density loss. Thinner patients often present with skeleton-like appearance as they age in the temple region and lateral face. Most patients see jowls, or sagging on the lower face and the immediate response is added cheek volume to give a lift.
Read MoreHyperhidrosis, is another term for excessive sweating, this can be embarasssing and annoying. The remedy for this issue; BOTOX. The use of Botox to the underarms or palms of the hands is commonly used to alleviate sweating. The effect of Botox takes up to two weeks to kick in, and can last up to 6-8 months. I personally have this treatment done annually in late spring, so when summer rolls around I'm ready. The pain level is bearable and the risks are the minimal.
Read MoreDuring a recent annual visit to my Internist, I was not so pleasantly surprised with the results of my routine blood work. My vitamin B12 was 234 - the range is 243-894. My doctor signed me up for a series of B12 injections done once a week for six weeks. I'm proud to say that now my vitamin B12 level is 814! I did some research on how this could have dropped so low; #1 I'm a vegetarian of 24 years, #2 As we age, our body's ability to absorb vitamin B12 from food slows.
Read MoreDuring many of my cosmetic consultations, patients come to me looking for the non surgical fountain of youth. I am always sorry to inform them that there is no such thing. The best way to maintain a youthful apperaence is to have small procedures consistently starting in your mid 30's; laser resurfacing, dermal fillers, microneeding, IPL, Ultherapy.
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Cupping therapy is a form of alternative medicine in which cups are placed on the skin to create suction in order to increase blood flow, reduce inflammation and activate lymphatic drainage. Cupping therapy dates back to ancient Egypt, Asia and Middle East.
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Melanoma Awareness Month - May. Tomorrow is "Don't Fry Day!" As the Memorial Day weekend approaches, the unofficial start to summer is upon us and the American Cancer Society along with the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention is designating this Friday as “Don't Fry Day” to encourage sun safety.
Read MoreOne of the frequent questions that I hear from my younger millennial clients, as young as 21, is "Should I get Botox to prevent wrinkles?" My gut says no, and I usually talk these young eager women out of it.
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Botox is now a household name to most, but it wasn't so long ago that Botox was approved in the US cosmetic market. in April 2002 Allergan received FDA approval for Botox to treat the Glabella region (or better known as the 11's between the brows).
Read MoreUnder eye bags and under eye shadows elimination is of the most common problems patients want to address.
Read MoreAge spots and brown spots (also known as sun spots, liver spots, melasma, hyperpigmentation, etc.) are a consequence of aging and sun exposure. The most effective and rapid treatment for eliminating these spots is laser therapy.
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