Botox/Dysport/Xeomin

What is Botox/Dysport/Xeomin?
BOTOX, Dysport and Xeomin are the common brand names of Botulinum Toxin type A. This treatment is used to reduce wrinkles on the face with minimal down-time. The most commonly treated area includes the forehead, crow’s feet (around the eyes), glabella (between the eyebrows) and nasalis (nose). Botox/Dysport/Xeomin works by relaxing the muscles that contract and form the wrinkles on your face. When used in very small amounts, it is safe and effective. Both toxins have been used safely for over ten years.
How is the injection performed?
After your consultation where we discuss your desired outcome and full assessment of your face, your face will be thoroughly cleansed prior to injection. A fine needle is used to injected in the desired locations; you will only feel a small pinch that lasts about 1-2 seconds. No anesthesia is required. There are minimal restrictions afterward, including no strenuous activity, but you may return to most daily activities immediately.
When will I see result?
You may start to see result a few days to a week following treatment. However, the full effect may not be noticed until 2 weeks. The results may last 4-6 months, at which point you will need to return for additional injections for continuous result.

Restylane Fillers

What is Restylane?
Restylane® is a brand of injectable hyaluronic acid dermal fillers. Dermal fillers are used to correct wrinkles and folds in the lower face. The most commonly treated area includes the lips, nasolabial folds, marionette lines and cheeks. Hyaluronic acids are naturally produced within your body, but as the aging process occurs, your body produces less, which results in natural volume loss.
How is the injection performed?
After your consultation where we discuss your desired outcome and full assessment of your face, your face will be thoroughly cleansed prior to injection. A layer of topical lidocaine will be applied prior to injection to minimize discomfort. A fine needle is used to injected the product, which is also infused with lidocaine. There are minimal restrictions afterward, including no activity that will apply pressure to treated area, such as massage or kissing, but you may return to most daily activities immediately.
When will I see result?
You will start to see the result immediately. The treatment can last up to a year after one treatment.

What is Kybella?
Kybella is an FDA approved injectable for permanent fat dissolving. This treatment is used to dissolve moderate to severe fat to the submental area, also known as “the double chin”. Kybella is a deoxycholic acid injection, that works by breaking down cells in fatty tissues.
How is the injection performed?
After your consultation where we discuss your desired outcome and full assessment of your face, your chin will be thoroughly cleansed prior to injection. Depending on your chin, you may require 10-20 injections. A fine needle is used to injected in the desired locations; you will only feel a small pinch that lasts about 1-2 seconds. Topical numbing cream is used to minimize your discomfort.
When will I see result?
You will not see results immediately after your first treatment. However, you may start to notice results after the second treatment. The result is permanent. You will experience bruising, soreness and swelling for up to 2 weeks after your injection.

What is Sculptra?
Sculptra® is a poly-L-lactic acid injectable. It is indicated for use in people with healthy immune systems for the correction of shallow to deep nasolabial fold contour deficiencies and other facial wrinkles. It helps gradually replace lost collagen—the most common protein in the body that is used to form a framework to support cells and tissue—for results that can last up to two years. Your body absorbs the PLLA microparticles, which help stimulate collagen production.
How is the injection performed?
After your consultation where we discuss your desired outcome and full assessment of your face, your face will be thoroughly cleansed prior to injection. A fine needle is used to injected in the desired locations; you will only feel a small pinch that lasts about 1-2 seconds. No anesthesia is required. There are minimal restrictions afterward, including no strenuous activity, but you may return to most daily activities immediately.
When will I see result?
Results of Sculptra is not immediate. You may start to see result about 4 weeks following treatment. However, multiple treatment sessions is required for best result. The results may last 25 months. You will likely need to return yearly for to maintain result.