Mitchell A. Kline, MD

This is a great question. There is no restriction on activities two weeks after getting fillers so there is no reason not to travel. Please keep in mind that you may have some bruising and swelling after your injectable treatment that may last up to 7 days. To minimize these possible side effects be sure to discontinue fish oils, aspirin and any other blood thinning agents. Taking oral arnica pellets and applying arnica gel daily post treatment may help minimize any bruising. Safe travels!

This is a great question. New research shows that PRP can help new hair grafts and transplants take. Studies indicate that PRP could be beneficial 2-4 weeks after the hair transplant procedure and should be continued on a monthly basis. Hope this is helpful!

Thank you for your question. There are certain chemical peels that can help lighten dark spots around the lips. We also recommend a series of IPL treatments spaced every 4-6 weeks. Since the area around the lips is quite delicate it is important to use a skilled provider with extensive experience. It is also best to do IPL when you won't be getting any sun exposure so we would recommend waiting till Fall. In the meantime be sure to wear a daily broad spectrum sunscreen to prevent further darkening. Good luck!

Thank you for your question! To get the best corrective results we recommend a series of microneedling treatments spaced every 4-6 weeks apart. Microneedling helps support new collagen and elastin synthesis so the small holes in your skin will slowly fill out. I also recommend using a retinol product at home 2-3 times per week to help support the skin regeneration process. Good luck!

This is a great question. The best approach is to start with a very conservative and mild approach to not irritate your skin. First off you should start using a daily broad spectrum sunscreen even if you are not outdoors all day. I would recommend starting with a very gentle peel (10% glycolic or less) to see how your skin reacts. If you skin tolerates the peel, then the next time do you a slightly stronger peel. Good luck!