Noele1962

Perlane and Botox - First Time! - Houston, TX

UPDATE: It's now May of 2013 and I went to Esta Kronberg for my 3rd visit - this time to try Dysport (no filler needed this visit). Again, as always she is incredibly patient, generous with detailed answers to any questions and concerns I had and incredibly thoughtful and precise with everything she does. The results from all 3 visits have been fantastic. I am not a "shopper" spending hundreds of dollars on clothing or cosmetics, but I feel every dollar spent during my last three visits could not have been better spent! Every time I look in the mirror I love what I see, which makes me happy, happy, happy on the inside! (No $125 pair of jeans could come close to that.) I must stress that the reason I feel the results are so incredible, is due to the exceptionally knowledgable and talented dermatologist that discusses the best products that will give me the results I seek and flawlessly administers them. As I've said before, the only dermatologist I would consider is Esta Kronberg.

Mic65 - another note... when I first began my research for which filler I wanted to try first, I definitely wanted one of the hyaluronic fillers, which Perlane is one choice. Radiesse is not. This was just my choice and certainly doesn't mean I think there is anything wrong with Radiesse - it just was not in the category I was interesed in. I had done some research on hyaluronic acid and even added it into my daily morning vitamins & supplements for a while. The longevity of the product was not at the top of my priority list, the way the product worked was more important. Again, this was only my decision from information I had gathered and also importantly, was in my comfort zone. I'm so on point with fitness training and nutrition, and this was my first time ever doing anything like this (besides glycolic home peels and lotions) that I wanted to not have any worries...so with the perfect product and dermatologist, I marched forward and could not be happier! Keep me posted on your results from your Nov appt!

I'm so glad I could help! I wanted to give a very detailed honest review as this site and all the info from patients helped me so much. It's interesting that you hear so many conflicting reviews from the final look to the bruising to the pain. I believe that extensive experience and skilled hands will deliver the best results in all categories. I also believe that doing a beautiful job is an art and not everyone has the eyes and the vision for it. I'm still so happy with Perlane as my filler of choice and what I chose to do. I'm actually looking forward to my next visit. It sounds like you're in good hands and I'm sure you'll be very please with the results, as I was. Again, I'm so glad to have helped you. :-)

I was interested in a hyaluronic acid filler, one that was a bit thicker & one that (for many) lasted a bit longer than others. I read countless doctors answers in the Q & A section. My desire was not to look different, but to look younger. The best product is only as good as the doctor that administered it. Extensive knowledge, a gentle & careful hand & an eye for the perfect look is crucial. Completely happy!