Posts Tagged ‘ Restylane ’

Restylane vs Juvederm: HA Filler Comparison

Comparing Solutions for Smile Lines Both Restylane and Juvederm are safe and effective treatments for facial wrinkles or folds. These are the most popular dermal fillers on the market today. Both are made with hyaluronic acid, a natural component of your skin and connective tissues. Compared to the collagen-based fillers of the past, these products […]

Botox and Dermal Fillers Used in Two-Part Lip Procedure

Sometimes it takes two different techniques to produce one great result. Recently, a number of cosmetic surgeons have used a two-part procedure to enhance the appearance of the upper lip. Using Botox to mask fine lines, and dermal fillers to add volume, a cosmetic surgeon can completely overhaul the appearance of the upper lip. This […]

Vampire Facelift: Can Blood and Plasma Really Erase Wrinkles?

With movies, books and TV programs serving up vampire-themed entertainment, it shouldn’t surprise anyone to see this cultural obsession being used in marketing a unique facelift procedure called “selphyl” or the “vampire facelift.”  What makes this procedure stand out among its predecessors is that it involves using blood.  The surgeon takes blood from your arm, […]

New Techniques with Dermal Fillers

When it comes to facial rejuvenation, sometimes it helps to be a little creative with dermal fillers. A recent article in the Cosmetic Surgery Times has highlighted the work of Dr. Steven Fagien, who argues that diluting hyaluronic acid fillers and preparing customized filler treatments presents new possibilities for facial rejuvenation. “Once collagen went away, […]

Facelift or Fillers: What’s the Difference?

What’s the difference between facelift surgery and dermal fillers? If you’re considering a facial cosmetic procedure, you might wonder whether surgery is necessary, or if an injection will suffice. Here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons of facelift surgery and dermal fillers to help you reach your decision. Dermal Fillers temporarily reduce facial wrinkles […]