As you age, it’s not just about lines and wrinkles. Your cheeks can lose volume and skin may begin to sag. JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC is the first FDA-approved injectable gel to instantly add volume to your cheek area to correct age-related volume loss in adults over the age of 21. It can provide you contour and a subtle lift for up to two years with optimal treatment.
The use of adipose tissue, which is rich in stem and regenerative cells has undergone a renaissance in the reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. Enriched fat injections is a procedure whereby a patient’s fat tissue is enriched with his or her own regenerative cells to create a natural filler. The applications are widespread with potential benefits in breast augmentation, facial cosmetics, breast reconstruction and contour deformities from a variety of acquired and congenital disorders
Radiesse® (Radiance) is a pure, synthetic compound with a record of safety that extends more than 25 years. It is comprised of microspheres of calcium hydroxylapatite, combined with an aqueous gel. The key element of Radiesse® is identical to the chemical structure of calcium naturally present in the human body. Throughout its life, Radiesse® remains soft and flexible and also exceptionally compatible with the body.
Unlike temporary treatments that must be repeated, Radiesse® may provide years of rejuvenation. However, the resorption rate is variable and we have had some patients in whom the material was gone by 6 months. It is gradually replaced by the body’s own tissue, and slowly dissolves away in some cases up to seven years later. Radiesse® is FDA-approved for soft tissue marking in any anatomical location, vocal cord injection and oral and maxillofacial augmentation. FDA approval for facial implant is pending. Internationally, Radiesse has received approval for facial implant and treatment of stress urinary incontinence.
As we age, our skin changes. Over time, the natural volume of youthful skin begins to diminish as wrinkles and folds form. But, with Juvederm® injectable gel, you don’t have to just sit back and let it happen! Approved by the FDA, Juvederm® injectable gel is a “next-generation” dermal filler. The smooth consistency gel helps to instantly restore your skin’s volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds, like your “smile lines” or “parentheses” (nasolabial folds – the creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth).
Juvederm® is a smooth consistency gel made of hyaluronic acid – a naturally occurring substance in your skin that helps to add volume and hydration. Your healthcare professional eases Juvederm® injectable gel under the skin to provide a smooth, natural look and feel – so everyone will notice (but no one will know)! In fact, studies show superior results of Juvederm® compared to a popular collagen-based dermal filler. And, almost 90% of all study volunteers who were treated with both Juvederm® injectable gel and another popular dermal filler preferred Juvederm®! In addition, Juvederm® injectable gel is the first FDA-approved hyaluronic acid dermal filler that is proven to be safe and effective for persons of color.
Restylane® is a crystal-clear, non-animal, biodegradable gel based on a natural substance, called hyaluronic acid. The gel is injected into the skin in tiny amounts with a very fine needle. The result is instantaneous and produces a long-lasting, natural enhancement that is gentle and safe to your skin.
Restylane will last from 6 to 12 months and is very effective for diminishing wrinkles around the corners of the mouth, the lips, the nasolabial folds and the frown lines. Restylane is also an excellent temporary filler for lip augmentation. Experience shows that it is effective for up to six months when injected in the lips. Restylane is a long-lasting, but not permanent, result, leaving you the option of adjusting your treatment in tune with changing taste and fashion.