Botox has long reigned as the gold standard for reducing wrinkles and fine lines. Its ability to deliver quick, noticeable results by temporarily paralyzing muscles has made it a favorite among patients seeking to rejuvenate their appearance. However, as the demand for non-invasive treatments continues to rise, so does the quest for alternatives to Botox that offer comparable or even superior results. In this blog post, we will discuss other wrinkle fighting alternatives to Botox, covering how they work, their benefits, and overall efficacy. Understanding Botox Botox, derived from the bacteri ..read more

About Daxxify DaxxifyTM is the brand name for DaxibotulinumToxinA, a new injectable treatment that is used to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Very similar to other neuromodulators like Botox®, Dysport®, Jeuveau®, or Xeomin®, Daxxify is a 100% non-surgical treatment that provides relatively immediate, yet temporary, results. Daxxify is FDA approved to address glabellar lines (better known as frown lines, or “elevens”), which are the vertical lines between the eyebrows that occur when the muscles in the area contract. Glabellar lines occur when one frowns or squints but overtim ..read more

Lip fillers are a non-surgical means of enhancing the volume and shape of the lips. They have grown in popularity primarily because they are a quick and easy in-office procedure that requires minimal pain and little to no downtime. While most people think lip fillers deliver a single result (bigger lips), lip injections are actually highly customizable and can be used to create several possible lip filler shapes or improve lip symmetry. A skilled injector can enhance your lips via a specific shape that dramatically transforms the appearance of the mouth (and entire face). Learn about the diff ..read more

Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure that addresses droopy upper eyelids or baggy circles underneath the eyes. While surgery is able to address even the most severe aging symptoms and provides dramatic, long-lasting results, surgery may not be the best option for everyone. In fact, many individuals with light to moderate signs of eye-area aging can benefit from a non-surgical alternative to eyelid surgery. What is Eyelid Surgery? There are two primary types of blepharoplasty procedures. Upper blepharoplasty addresses drooping eyelids and sagging skin and muscl ..read more

As we age, our skin naturally loses its structural support, causing fine lines and wrinkles to begin to appear. They might have the same causes, but there is a difference between fine lines and wrinkles. Understanding these differences can help you choose the best course of action for prevention and treatment. What Are Fine Lines? Fine lines are subtle, shallow wrinkles on the skin’s surface. They can form on the face, neck, chest and other areas of the body. Fine lines are not always easy to see. You might notice them only when looking closely at your skin, or only when making certain facial ..read more

With aging, the entire face tends to experience volume loss. This reduction in bone, fat, muscle, and other tissue can leave the face looking withered. The temples are especially at risk since they are naturally concave, like a peanut. Volume loss in this area can cause the eyes to look down-turned and tired. In the hands of an experienced injector, dermal fillers can reverse these effects. Temple Aging Basics: How The Temples Age As we age, collagen declines and soft tissue begins to thin. This waning structural support causes fat to migrate, resulting in a loss of volume. Most people don’t ..read more

Summer is the time to show off a little more skin and a fresh, glowing face. However, cosmetic treatments don’t always mix well with stronger sun, longer days, and more time spent outdoors. Some treatments can leave the skin extremely vulnerable to UV rays, overexposure to which can cause irritation and damage. Here’s what cosmetic treatments safe for summer, which should be avoided, and why. Cosmetic Treatments To Avoid During Summer In general, cosmetic treatments to avoid during summer include anything that will make your skin more sensitive to the sun. This includes deep resurfacing proce ..read more

Dermal fillers are a relatively quick and non-invasive cosmetic treatment with the ability to instantly rejuvenate the skin. In the hands of an experienced injector, fillers can help smooth skin, plump lips and cheeks, correct hollowness (resulting from volume loss), and eradicate even the deepest lines and wrinkles. Before undergoing a filler treatment, however, it’s best to understand what to expect, how to properly maintain results, and if there are any possible risks. The following is a list of simple questions to ask their potential provider before getting dermal fillers. Do I Need Fille ..read more

Among the many benefits of injectables is that there’s little to no downtime or aftercare needed following these non-invasive treatments. But that doesn’t mean that anything goes. By following some simple do’s and don’ts, you can avoid unwanted side effects and ensure the best possible results. What NOT to Do After Botox or Filler Injections  Botox and other neuromodulators work to smooth or prevent wrinkles by temporarily paralyzing the muscles into which they’ve been injected. Fillers work by adding instant volume to specific targeted areas. Proper before and aftercare can minimize swe ..read more

Some of us are born with thin lips while others lose lip volume over time with natural aging. In either case, lip augmentation is an increasingly popular method for reshaping and plumping the lips. While surgical lip augmentation procedures like lip implants have long been the gold standard, there are now two great non-surgical options: lip fillers (lip injections) or a Botox “lip flip”. Both of these treatments are great at improving the look of the lips without the permanence and required downtime lip implants require. While lip fillers and a lip flip utilize injectable treatments to enhanc ..read more