Juvéderm® is an injectable filler, and the most recent update on the popular hyaluronic acid injectable fillers, such as Restylane® and Perlane®. Hyaluronic acid fillers have been so successful, in part, because they are truly hypoallergenic, particularly compared with bovine collagen fillers, such as Zyplast and Cosmoplast. Juvéderm® contains about 35 percent more crosslinked hyaluronic acid by volume than Restylane®, and works well for nasal-labial folds and cheek enhancement. At the time of this entry, Juvéderm® is the only filler with FDA approval for patients of color. Dr. Martin is pleased to offer new Juvéderm® to his patients who wish to enhance their facial contours.
Several years ago a new group of glaucoma medications made with prostaglandin analogues were noted to cause an increase in the length and thickness of the eyelashes. Xalatan and Lumigan are two of the better known in this group of medications. Because of the increase in lash growth, several companies tried to formulate cosmetic products using these active ingredients specifically to cause lash enhancement. There was concern in the ophthalmic community regarding these products since a known side effect of the drops was a darkening of both the skin around the eyes and the iris in patients using the topical preparations. Continue reading →
For patients who want to improve their lip lines, I usually recommend either laser resurfacing, to reduce lines and stimulate new collagen, or fillers such as restylane or Juvederm. Fillers can be used to specifically fill in the individual lines, or can be used to plump up the lip in general, which also helps fill out the fine lines, making them less visible. Continue reading →
Fuller, more sensous lips are a common request from our patients. One of the best ways to achieve this is with restylane injections. Restylane is one of the most popular hyaluronic acid fillers. Hyaluronic acid is present in our bodies, so there is no danger of having an allergic reaction. It comes in a gel form, offering a natural feel and look. Injections are usually done with local anesthesia to numb the lip area and reduce discomfort.
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