If you are considering undergoing injectables for wrinkles of the face (Juvederm, Restylane, etc) or Sculptra for revolumizing, please note that there may be post injection bruising that can last anywhere from 7 days to 1 month (but rarely more than 10 days). In order to decrease and shorten the duration of bruising we recommend [...]
Top questions asked about injectable treatments
Are fillers and Botox Safe? Fillers such as Juvaderm, Restylane, Sculptra, and Botox have been approved by the FDA. This means that clinical data on their safety and effectiveness were reviewed by the FDA prior to approval. How much do injectables cost? Cost varies across the country based on a number of factors. As an [...]
Q & A: Dr. Finger: How does Sculptra Work?
How does Sculptra work? Sculptra is the latest of a multitude of injectable fillers to be approved for aesthetic facial anti-aging treatment. While it enters a milieu of other injectable products that are commercially available, Sculptra has the unique distinction in that it lasts the longest, about 2 years and often longer. Duration of action [...]
Sculptra: The liquid facelift
Sculptra, the re-volumizer for the face, has finally been approved by the FDA for cosmetic use. For the past five years I have been injecting it “off label,” which means it is approved for another use. Botox and most other injectable have limited approval by the FDA and are injected off label as well, but [...]
How much of an improvement can one expect from various injections for facial rejuvenation?
Various injection products are used for different problems. The appearance of age occurs from loss of elasticity as you know, but just as important is the loss of volume. You have heard the comment, “You’ve lost your baby fat” before, usually made to someone in their twenties. Well, you never stop losing it. Your face [...]