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Answers (sorted by helpful votes)| Stella Desyatnikova, M.D. |  |
How much does Restylane cost?
In our clinic we charge $525 for 1.0 cc Restylane syringe, $315 for 0.4 Restylane syringe, and $575 for 1.0 cc Perlane syringe. We offer discounts on multiple syringes. We also usually have discounts of $50 - $75 per syringe for special events -... more
| Dr. Virginia Stevens |  |
Should I continue Pixel laser for chest wrinkles?
Since Pixel laser did not accomplish the longer term goals you had for your chest skin, consider changing your treatment altogether. I am a great proponent of Rhytec Portrait nitrogen plasma skin regeneration. Hundreds of patients in... more
| D.J. Verret, MD |  |
What's the best wrinkle filler?
There are several options to take care of wrinkles. Botox will paralyze the underlying muscles and help to reduct wrinkles, especially those see with muscle motion. Fillers will help to plump out the skin. Ablative laser and chemical peels will... more
| Michael Law, MD |  |
What is an endoscopic brow lift?
If there is a facial rejuvenation surgery that is over-recommended and often overdone these days, it is without question the browlift. Look no further than the celebrity photo magazines for pictures of stars who look like they have just sat down... more
| Gail Humble, MD |  |
Is Sculptra permanent?
My partner and I have worked with Sculptra for nine years and did the inital FDA study on it as well as the follow up study. It is a common misconception that Sculptra lasts two years. The initial study was only two years long and at the... more
| Kenneth R. Francis, MD |  |
Which wrinkle filler works best for building collagen?
This is a very interesting question. Two of the products that you mention, Cosmoplast and Restylane do not induce collagen production at all. Cosmoplast is collagen and Restylane is a substance called hyaluronic acid. Both rely... more
| Kamran Jafri, MD |  |
Do new wrinkles require dermal fillers or just Botox?
Based on your age and description of the culprit wrinkles, Botox should provide you with very satisfying results. It is very important that the injections are at least one centimeter above your brow line so that you maintain natural... more
| Edmond A. Zingaro, MD |  |
What is Titan best for treating?
Titan excels in patients with good skin that is starting to become lax. While mainly used on the face, other parts of the body can be successfully treated as well.
Combining Titan with other lasers (the so called 3D treatment) greatly enhances... more
| Ronald Shelton, MD |  |
How early should I start worrying about wrinkles?
There is no right time. When you see them, treatment can begin. It is not unusual to use Botox to minimize frowning even before the lines (the "11" between the eyebrows) develop.
The other answer to your question is that children... more
| Ronald Shelton, MD | |
What's the difference between popular wrinkle fillers?
Your doctor will suggest what is best for your condition. The depth and width of the lines determines whether a thicker or finer filler would be used. Restylane and Juvederm are virtually equivalent; some doctors prefer one over the other. more
| Kris M. Reddy, MD |  |
Do Restylane lip injections always give good results?
In the hands of an experienced practitioner, restylane can produce excellent results for restylane. However, restylane must be injected properly and in appropriate amounts to provide natural looking results. more
| D.J. Verret, MD | |
How can I treat deep smile lines?
There are several treatment options depending on where the smile lines are:
For smile lines around the eyes, Botox or even laser resurfacing can be a good option.
For smile lines in other parts of the face, dermal fillers such as... more
| Richard Baxter, MD |  |
What is Thermage best for treating?
Because Thermage works by stimulating the production of new collagen in the skin, it works best in general for mild to moderate skin laxity caused by collagen breakdown (typically from aging and sun damage.)
However, a newer application is for... more
| Edmond A. Zingaro, MD | |
What's the best lip wrinkle treatment?
Depending on the depth of lip wrinkles, there are a number of options. Very superficial wrinkles can be treated using microdermabrasion and/or fillers. Small amounts of Botox injected very judiciously works very well. More... more
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