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Kybella® is an incredible injectable approach to reducing the appearance of the double chin. Cleared by the FDA in 2015 for use in addressing unwanted submental fullness, Kybella provides fast and easy treatments without much in the way of downtime. Now you can achieve surgical-level results without having to miss out on any of the fun this holiday season. Continue reading “A Closer Look at Kybella for the Double Chin” »
The holidays are busy enough without having to search for the absolute perfect gift for your significant other. Out of sheer exhaustion, many of us just end up purchasing the first good deal to float across our computer screen.
While this isn’t necessarily a bad shopping tactic, these days you’ve got to be careful when purchasing deals online. Cheaper doesn’t necessarily mean better – especially when it comes to Botox.
Popular discount sites like Groupon and Living Social are known to offer Botox discounts this time of year, and the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) is speaking up. The FDA is asking consumers to avoid these online deals because so many unapproved Botox products from Europe and Canada have surfaced in med spas across the U.S.
According to the FDA, many of these non-approved products come diluted and often do not work well as the description might claim. Many patients who undergo injections with these unapproved products require a follow-up with a qualified cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist to fix their results.
Botox Cosmetic and its competitor Dysport are both FDA-approved for wrinkle reduction in the U.S. A good way to make sure you’re actually getting one of these products is to ask to see the box. Remember that with Botox, the word “Cosmetic” should always be included.
Not all Botox discounts are a bad idea. Another way to ensure you’re getting what you’re paying for is to always seek out a reputable cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist who operates in a licensed medical facility.
It’s also important to note that not everyone is a good candidate for these Botox discounts. Prior to any cosmetic injection, your cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist should give you a thorough consultation to make sure treatment is the right option for you.
Botox could do more than smooth your wrinkles and make you look younger. It may also improve your quality of life and your self-esteem, according to a new study published in the journal Dermatologic Surgery.
Dr. Steven H. Dayan, a plastic surgeon, conducted the study with 100 patients who were treated with either Botox or a saline placebo for facial wrinkles between the eyebrows, on the forehead and around the eyes.
The participants took a quality of life enjoyment and satisfaction questionnaire before the injections and two weeks and three months after the injections.
The findings revealed that Botox injections result in improvements in quality of life and self-esteem. Those treated with Botox showed statistically significant improvements in answers to quality of life questions pertaining to physical health, mood, household activities, overall life satisfaction, body satisfaction, self-consciousness, intellect, self-worth, appearance, comprehension, weight satisfaction, attractiveness and sense of well-being. Additionally, increases in overall self-esteem and appearance-, social- and performance-related self-esteem were observed in those treated with Botox.
In addition, patients who received Botox for the first time demonstrated a greater improvement in quality of life and self-esteem when compared to participants who had previously received Botox.
“The findings in this study ask us to think much differently about Botox treatments,” says Dr. Dayan. “We have long known the physically enhancing benefits of Botox treatments, but to now have data that indicates Botox also improves one psyche, self-esteem and quality of life is very significant. The question now has to be asked is if getting Botox makes people feel better about themselves, could this translate into them being more productive in their professional lives and happier in their personal lives?”
Learn more about Botox at Will Surgical Arts in Urbana, Maryland.
Botox, the miracle injection that removes crow’s feet, forehead wrinkles and facial creases celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Since it was introduced, surgeons and dermatologists have seen an unprecedented 518 percent increase in the last 10 years, making it the number one non-surgical cosmetic procedure in the U.S.
Initially, doctors used Botox to treat eye muscle problems, such as overactive eye muscles, severe eye spasms and even crossed eyes. The first use of Botox cosmetically was documented by Dr. Richard Clark of Sacramento and published in medical journals. After formal trials in April 2002, the FDA approved botulinum toxin type A (Botox Cosmetic) for the temporary removal of moderate-to-severe frown lines between the eyebrows.
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Botox blocks signals from the nerves to the muscle. Once injected with Botox, the muscle can’t contract, making the wrinkles relax.
The procedure is so popular because it requires no extended recovery periods or invasive surgery. It literally takes only a few minutes and requires no anesthesia. The only side effect may be the tiny discomfort a patient feels from the thin needle injection into the muscle.
For a patient to receive the full benefits of the injection, it may take three to seven days. Patients should avoid alcohol one week prior to their appointment. Botox patients find the results last anywhere from four to six months. Of course, as the muscle gradually regains its movement, the wrinkles or appearance of wrinkles return.
Done by a certified physician trained in administering Botox, the results speak for themselves. With over $1 billion dollars in sales, the use of Botox as a quick, non-invasive cosmetic treatment shows no signs of diminishing anytime soon.
XEOMIN is the latest botulinum toxin type a drug to be approved by the FDA for use on glabellar lines. This injectable, which works like Botox, is now available at Will Surgical Arts.
XEOMIN’s approval was based on two clinical trials with over 500 patients. The trials showed that the injectable significantly improved the appearance of lines between the eyebrows 30 days after the injection, compared to placebo. XEOMIN may also be used to treat crow’s feet and forehead lines.
XEOMIN has been used in other countries since 2005.
XEOMIN is the only botulinum toxin currently approved in this country that doesn’t require refrigeration prior to reconstitution. In addition, the XEOMIN dose may differ from other botulinum toxin drugs.
Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Tim Greco said that XEOMIN works best in the upper face, and the effects are comparable to Botox and Dysport. But with XEOMIN, patients are less likely to develop resistance, which sometimes happens with Botox over time, according to Dr. Greco.
The cost of XEOMIN is currently about the same as Botox and Dysport, according to ABC News in Philadelphia. Some doctors believe that the new competition will eventually lower the prices for all three of these products.
“It’s not after the second product, it’s always after the third product; after the third product gets introduced to the market, that’s when they really start seeing the differences in the prices,” said Dr. Greco.
XEOMIN is injected into muscles to relax them. When the muscles relax, there is less movement and fewer wrinkles.
A new study found that the correction of nasolabial folds, commonly known as smile lines, using hyaluronic acid fillers affects the first impression one makes on others. Hyaluronic acid exists naturally in all living organisms and is a natural component of connective tissues; fillers in this category include Restylane and Juvederm.
The study by the Chicago Center for Facial Plastic Surgery had 22 participants who received injections of hyaluronic acid fillers into their nasolabial folds. Photos were taken of the subjects’ faces in a relaxed pose at baseline, optimal correction visit and four weeks after optimal correction.
Then 304 evaluators completed a survey rating first impressions for each photo. In total, 5,776 first impressions were recorded.
The findings indicated a significant improvement in mean first impression in several categories at the optimal correction visit. The categories included dating success; attractiveness; financial success; relationship success; athletic success; and overall first impression.
The authors concluded, “Full correction of the nasolabial folds with hyaluronic acid filler significantly and positively influences the first impression an individual projects.”
Commenting on the study, board certified dermatologist Dr. Kenneth Beer wrote, “When used correctly, they [hyaluronic acids] help restore more youthful proportions. For women, this includes higher cheekbones, fuller temporal areas, and more sculpted facial features. Hyaluronic acids may also be used to camouflage the bone loss associated with menopause and its loss of reproductive capacity. Transforming a postmenopausal face into one that has the features of a premenopausal face will have a profound effect on first impressions.”
The study appears in the November issue of the Dermatologic Surgery journal, and the abstract is available online.
An injectable treatment for double chin reduction is showing promising results two years into a long-term study.
ATX-101, an injectable drug, reduces the amount of fat that develops under the chin (also called submental fat).
KYTHERA Biopharmaceuticals, maker of ATX-101, reported that 80% of participants in the study saw a significant reduction of fat under their chins after the first two years of the five-year trial.
“Treatment results with ATX-101 appear to be sustained and well-tolerated, which illustrates its potential as a novel, non-surgical approach to reducing submental fat,” said Kevin C. Smith, a dermatologist in Canada and an investigator in the Phase 2A and long-term follow up studies.
ATX-101 is a formulation of deoxycholate, which is a natural compound that breaks down dietary fat. The procedure is done over several sessions, during which the patient gets around 50 small injections of the treatment into the chin area. The injections work to eliminate fat under the skin’s surface.
“While these results are still preliminary, they support our expectation that ATX-101 may result in a long-term aesthetic correction,” said KYTHERA’s chief medical officer Patricia Walker, MD, PhD. “We look forward to continuing to follow these patients and to further characterizing the long-term safety and efficacy profile of ATX-101.”
Surgical Options for Double Chin Reduction
ATX-101 needs FDA approval before it becomes an option for treating double chins. There are cosmetic surgical options for patients looking to reduce their double chins.
A lower facelift or neck lift targets the chin. During a lower facelift, the skin is lifted and removed as necessary to make the transition between the chin, neck and lower face more defined.
Neck liposuction is another surgical option for reducing a double chin and restoring definition to the lower face. Submental liposuction gets rid of the sagging, fatty tissue below the chin and is a less invasive option than a facelift.
Read more about the ATX-101 trials.
A news station in Ohio recently aired this story on their evening broadcast, asking about the so-called Botox-Breast Lift; is it effective or a waste of money?
As cosmetic surgeon Mark Mandell-Brown explains, the basic idea behind the procedure is to relax certain muscles and change the patient’s posture in order to simulate a lifting of the breasts.
Although the breast lift is common, and Botox is practical and effective, most reputable surgeons will tell you the so-called Botox Breast Lift is not a cost effective treatment people should consider.
Reporter Liz Bonis asks, “Are we just throwing away 300 dollars [with this procedure]?”
“Yes,” says Dr. Mandell-Brown.
“Is there any research to support that this would be even remotely effective?”
“No. In reality, the tissue’s too heavy for that to happen.”
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With everything that we have to do during the holidays – from running around for presents for the kids to preparing the Thanksgiving turkey – it may seem like there is not enough time to refresh your appearance before putting yourself out in front of friends and family at the next big holiday party. With just a few weeks until the holidays begin, a non-surgical procedure is a great way to achieve the look you want without missing out on any of the festivities
Here are three surgery-free facial procedures to consider this holiday season.
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Actress Courtney Thorne-Smith uses BOTOX® Cosmetic, and she isn’t hiding it. She told People magazine, “I’ve used it, I like it, it works well for me. That’s just the simple truth.”
She is also helping Allergan, the maker of BOTOX, educate consumers on facts about BOTOX and changes in perceptions about the injectable since the drug launched almost 10 years ago.
Allergan reports that since FDA approval, the number of women who believe that BOTOX is an effective way to treat frown lines between the eyebrows has increased from 21 percent to 79 percent in 2010.
Women, like Thorne-Smith, have become more open about getting BOTOX treatments, and 90 percent of women who have had BOTOX say they would recommend it to a friend.
“I found I’ve been able to use it and have full expression and look really normal,” she said. “I found the frown line was distracting me – I was conscious of it. Now I’m not.”
Here are some facts about BOTOX, in response to some of the most common questions consumers have about injectable treatments, according to a survey conducted by Allergan and HealthyWomen of 826 U.S. women ages 35 to 65.
Botox safety: For every injectable treatment, including BOTOX, it’s important to review the Important Safety Information and Medication Guide with your physician as serious side effects can occur. The most common side effects include pain or temporary bruising at the injection site, temporary tiredness, headache and nausea.
Cost of treatment: Cost varies across the country based on a number of factors. Allergan reports that according to one survey of doctors, the average cost of BOTOX is approximately $400 for treatment of the glabellar lines between the brows.
Facial movement after Botox: Injectable treatments such as BOTOX should not radically change one’s appearance. When BOTOX is administered by an experienced physician, a person can still frown and look surprised without lines between the brows.
Length of results: BOTOX treatment effects can last up to four months.
Discomfort from treatment: Discomfort associated with the injection is usually minimal and brief, and your physician may apply an ice pack or anesthetic cream.
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