WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BOTOX & FILLERS?

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/...

WHAT IS MICRONEEDLING?

  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....

WHY IS MY BOTOX NOT WORKING AS GOOD ANYMORE?

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...

FAQ: Chin Filler

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...

FAQ: Tear Trough Filler

  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...

Filler for Dark Under-Eye Circles

  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...