What’s better injectable fillers or cheek implants?

Question : What are the benefits, if any, of getting cheek implants rather than having injectable fillers in this area? Answer : The most obvious benefit that you will get from having cheek implants placed instead of injectable fillers is that the cheek implants are permanent.  Although several different injectable fillers can last up to […]

Is it possible to inject fillers after chin implant?

Question: I recently had a chin implant, but still feel as if something is lacking in my face. Would it be possible to inject fillers into my chin area? Answer: If you recently had a chin implant and you still feel as though you are still missing something in your face, I would discuss this […]

Can a mini facelift be performed with other non-invasive

Question: Can a mini facelift be performed with other non-invasive treatments like injectables to maximize your results? Answer: I really love the results that a mini facelift can provide the properly selected patient. I often times will inject the patient with fat at the same time that I am performing the mini facelift to help […]

I have heard about something called a “lunchtime” face lift

Question: I have heard about something called a “lunchtime” face lift. Is this a type of mini facelift? Could you tell me more about this procedure, and whether or not I would really be able to go back to work afterward? Answer: A lunchtime facelift is not a mini facelift. To be frank, all of […]

In what situation would a fat transfer

Question: In what situation would a fat transfer be superior to an injectable filler, and vice versa? Answer: Excellent question. I have found that injectable fillers are extremely reliable and predictable. My patients have been very pleased with the placement of dermal fillers in all areas of the face. Unfortunately, they are expensive and the […]

I have bleed lines around my lips.

Question: I am 36 years old and a smoker and I have bleed lines around my lips. Does Botox or Dysport fix these wrinkles? Answer: Bleed lines or lipstick lines around your lips can require a combination of treatments to adequately treat the area.  Botox or Dysport to mildly relax the muscles of the lip, dermal […]

I have those little lines above my lips.

Question: I used to be a smoker and have those little lines above my lips. Can these be improved with some type of injectable? Answer: The short answer is yes.  The thin lines in your lips can be treated with injectable fillers.  I have found that a combination of injectable fillers, a very small amount […]

Fillers can be used for non-surgical rhinoplasty?

Question:What particular fillers can be used for non-surgical rhinoplasty and how long do the results last? Answer:Most dermal fillers can be used for non surgical rhinoplasty.  I prefer to use hyaluronic acids like Juvederm and Restylane for the first time injection of a patient for non surgical rhinoplasty as these products are soft, moldable, and […]

I would like shapelier lips without surgery.

Question: I would like shapelier lips without surgery. Are silicone injections the only option for lip augmentation? Answer: In order to get shapelier lips, I would advise against surgery.  In terms of the use of silicone, I do have some colleagues who are using liquid silicone and obtaining decent results with respect to the appearance […]

Procedure to improve the wrinkled skin around my lips

Question: I have very wrinkled skin around my lips. I have tried products on the market, like lip balm, to improve this area but nothing seems to work.  What type of procedure would improve my looks? Answer: There are several products on the market that claim to plumb your lips with the use of lip […]