Was this a Juvederm mistake?
Please go back to your dermatologist/provider and let him/her look at you. A good office witll be very responsive and should invite you back (at no charge) so your doctor can see the problem. A...
View ArticleCan the tip of the nose be lifted without surgery?
Yes, a little with certain fillers. This requires some skill. Some of the better cosmetic dermatologists are good at it. I think though that a facial plastics ENT (ear, nose & throat) doctor is...
View ArticleAfter Juvederm, if I'm a little lumpy 3 days later, do I need to see my doctor?
Generally, I ask my patients to wait 7-10 days before calling our office. This is because there is a some natural evolution of the product for about a week. 3 reasons - it absorbs moisture from your...
View ArticleHow long does Radiesse really last?
This is my main issue with Radiesse and why I don't use it much. In my opinion, the longevity of it is less predictable than with the Juvederm/Restylane products. In some patients the Radiesse seems...
View ArticleWhat could I do before my wedding in a month to look better??
Congratulations on your wedding! This is a little close to the time to see much with Thermage and it's tough to know without a picture if you have a good facial structure for it. I would almost...
View ArticleA Juvederm mistake???
You bring up two good issues. Was a good job done? And, was the value for the money there? Let's face it........this stuff is expensive and the responsiblity is with the doctor to make sure that...
View ArticleIs it okay to have Restylane and Juvederm in your face at the same time?
Yes. These two products are compatible. I often explain to patients that it's like comparing a Gala apple to a Fuji apple - they are just slightly different but still apples. These are both...
View ArticleIf I'm 46, what would work best for lines around my mouth?
Since you don't have sagging (laxity) or wrinkles, these lines to the sides of the mouth are usually from the nose to the mouth (nasolabial fold) or the mouth to the chin (mesolabial or marionette),...
View ArticleHow long do fillers like Restylane/Juvederm last especially in the marionette...
I think there's a lot of confusion about this. The very general answer is 4-9 months. Also, fillers will often begin to last longer as time goes on if you get treated 2-3 times a year in the...
View ArticleA question regarding how long Juvederm should last.
Depending on your facial structure and your age, it's possible that you really just needed an extra syringe to get a good base in the first place. Juvederm Ultra Plus tends to last longer than...
View ArticleA Radiesse complication - what to do?
I'm am so sad this happened to your mom. These problems are the reason I don't use Radiesse. First the good news, the fact that it's healing, the scab has fallen off and her nose is red (not black...
View ArticleLumps on the chest after Restylane injections
It would be very upsetting to see lumps on your chest! But lumps from fillers are generally easy to fix. In my opinion, you should see your doctor. It is very easy to inject the area with the enzyme...
View ArticleA question on Radiesse vs Juvederm.
As I've mentioned before, there are many good doctors who use Radiesse and love it. In my opinion, there is just as much variability in response to Radiesse as there is with Juvederm Ultra Plus (JUP)...
View ArticleThings I'm reading on the web about Sculptra???
I'm hoping that you don't believe even a quarter of what you read on the web! It's really not always very accurate. You may be very happy with the Sculptra since, when it's done well, it's really...
View ArticleBotox vs Fillers
I often hear patients confusing Botox and Fillers in their terminology and want to take this opportunity to set the record straight. There is a big difference between the two! Botox (or Dysport) is...
View ArticleDo you have to wait until filler wears off completely before repeating it?
No, in fact I think it's better to schedule your next treatment prior to it's complete resolution. If you do that, you'll gradually build more of a base and your results will keep improving. Fillers...
View ArticleA problem with too much Juvederm around the Marionette lines?
My apologies that this took so long to answer! In general, if there's too much Juvederm, there is too much! Have it dissolved. Your face will go back to where it was and that won't cause any more...
View ArticleA possible Juvederm mistake?
Only your doctor knows exactly where that Juvederm was injected. You must call and go back to the office so he/she can look at it - it's really the only way to know. A good office will see you soon...
View ArticleA possible Juvederm complication?
Generally, if you have waited a full week and it's still not good, it's time to go back to your doctor/nurse to have them look at it. There is an easy way to eliminate Juvederm bumps which is...
View ArticleI have bruises after Juvederm!! Anything I can do??
Any time a needle is used in skin there is a potential for a bruise! The best option is to try and prevent them in the future. Try these tactics. No aspirin (unless required by a doctor), Advil...
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