Tummy Tuck: Prices, Photos, Reviews, Info, Q&A

I’m very self conscious about my acne scarring, I have it on my face, chest, and back.

Acne Scarring
Mar 16, 2016

Based on the type of scarring you have, resurfacing treatments would be appropriate for you. There are several options and are usually based on downtime/cost. Less aggressive treatments with less downtime post-procedure usually mean more treatments may be necessary but can have just as good of results. Options include fractionated CO2 lasers (most aggressive), Fraxel dual laser, Microneedling and Clear and Brilliant. Most patients in our practice choose Fraxel treatment(s) or microneedling…

Does Fraxel cause the skin to tan?

Skin darkening after Fraxel
Dec 21, 2015

Post procedure the skin is inflamed and irritated due to the resurfacing. In darker skin types including Asian skin, inflammation can appear dark or hyperpigmented. When treating dark spots such as freckles and even melasma, an immediate darkening can be noticed before healing is complete. Also, there can even be post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation where tanning can be noticed after wound healing but will go away with time. Sun protection and bleaching agents such as hydroquinone can…

Any suggestions around the eyes; Botox or surgery?

Around the eyes.
Dec 17, 2015

When evaluating around the around, there are different options. Botox is usually used between the brows or around the eyes to soften fine lines or prevent lines creating with movement from staying at rest. Underneath the eyes when dealing with shadowing especially due to weight loss, a filler can be used in the tear trough area to help soften the area of fat loss and camouflage the difference between the eyelid and cheek skin. Surgery is used for removal of fat pads when they enlarge…

Masseter muscle Botox?

Masseter Botox
Nov 17, 2015

This is a great procedure for subtle, gradual change to reshape the face. It helps soften a boxed appearance of the jaw or a widened lower face. Performed correctly there should be no alteration of smile or a sunken appearance of the cheeks. It is best to start of with smaller doses depending on how strong you are and can gradually add. Smaller doses at repeat visits will slowly atrophy the muscle. Effects of botox tend to remain around 3 months but repeat injections with softening of the…

Botox for face slimming?

Botox and jawline
Oct 28, 2015

Yes this can be done! Botox can be used in the masseter muscles in the cheeks to soften the appearance of a square jaw. This may take more than one treatment as the muscles get smaller and may require more units than used in other areas. This may also be combined with fillers in the upper lateral cheeks that may give a more contoured appearance of the face and the desired V shape instead of a more square appearance.Botox of the lower face when dealing with muscles that coordinate movements…

Can I get severe dry eyes 3 years post LASIK? Could too much Botox cause my optical nerves to sto

Botox and eye irritation
Oct 28, 2015

Botox works by blocking release of neurotransmitters that affect muscle movement. It wouldn’t have an effect on sensory nerves so would not be causing irritation to your sclera. Also diffusion into the eye from intradermal placement isn’t likely. I would say these two are unrelated. I am glad the sjogren’s test was negative, but am sorry you are dealing with this. I would recommend following up with a board-certified ophthalmologist who may better lead you in the right direction.Best wishes,

Which one is better Botox or Fillers?

Botox vs Fillers
Oct 21, 2015

You are not too young and above the FDA-approved age group.Botox is primarily used in the upper face to prevent muscle movement that will cause lines at rest. It can be used in conjunction with fillers in the lower face when correcting lips/mouth. Fillers are primarily used to soften wrinkles or skin folds or to replace age-related or exercise-induced fat loss.For weight loss that begins to cause deepening of nasolabial folds, one can get started by placing filler in the furrows that are…