Here I use a hyaluronic acid (Restylane in this case) to fill this patient’s upper lip, help lift up the downturned edges of her mouth, and also minimize “smoker’s lines”. Specifically, I use the cannula method here, avoiding multiple sticks with a sharp needle that increases risk or bruising and bleeding, and other complications. This […]
Botox Cosmetic is a injectable, used in small amounts to locally and temporarily prevent specific muscles from moving. The active ingredient is botulinum toxin, which is a byproduct of a bacteria. This byproduct happens to temporarily prevent a muscle from moving. Botox works extremely well to minimize frown/furrow lines and this is where it is […]