May 5, 2021 | Cosmetic Injections
There are a lot of places that claim to offer pain free lip injections. There are several ways to decrease pain during lip injections but not all work as good as others. So, before you hop into an injector’s chair on the claim that they offer pain free lip...
May 5, 2021 | Non-Surgical Solutions
Exciting things are happening at Align. The Skin Care Clinic at Align continues to grow and we’re adding a cutting edge device that is going to change the way we treat and contour the face. This device can do MANY things so let’s dig in and talk about how it can...
Jan 31, 2021 | Uncategorized
To someone who is new to the cosmetic injectable world, the terms ‘Botox’ and ‘dermal fillers’ can be slightly confusing in terms of how each type of product works. Read along and I will explain to you the basics when it comes to cosmetic injectables. BOTOX/ DYSPORT/...
Jan 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
The SkinPen is an FDA-approved microneedling device. Microneedling is also referred to as “collagen induction therapy.” Microneedling consists of repeatedly puncturing the skin with tiny sterile needles in an effort to leave small micro-channels in the skin....
Dec 21, 2020 | Cosmetic Injections, Fillers
Considering injections? Before you research how much facial fillers cost, the first thing you should do is find the right injector with sufficient training in injectables. Since cosmetic injections are usually elective, I understand that cost will be a part of your...
Oct 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
A common theme I run into at my practice is patients saying things like “the last time I got my Botox done by my previous place, I felt like it didn’t last as long,” or “I felt like it did not work as good.” And patients are always curious as to why this is. Many...
Oct 4, 2020 | Uncategorized
Q: What all can be done with chin filler injections? A: Chin filler can do many things. Some female patients deal with a “square” face, and we can add filler to the chin to create a more oval and feminine shape. If a patient has a chin that sets back more (instead of...
Sep 26, 2020 | Uncategorized
Q: What does tear trough filler treatment consist of? A: Tear trough filler, also known as under-eye filler treatment, consists of our nurse practitioner placing filler into the under-eye region to camouflage and get rid of the appearance of dark circles and/or...
Sep 3, 2020 | Uncategorized
Under-eye filler AKA ‘tear trough filler’ can have one of the most gratifying results. Filler placed in this area can camouflage those dark under-eye circles that stick out like a sore thumb. Most patients who come into our clinic describe their under-eye area...
Aug 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
The Masseter muscle is the strongest muscle (based on its weight) in the body. There are two of these muscles, one on each side of the face (in front of the lower ear). These muscles are one of many that play a role in mastication (chewing/eating). As with any muscle...
