WHAT WILL IT DO FOR ME?
1. Sculptra will stimulate you body to produce collagen, a critical component of healthy skin that you lose due to the aging process. Sculptra will replace lost volume, improve the quality of your overlying skin & restore a more youthful appearance to your face.
IS IT SAFE?
2. Sculptra is a sugar molecule that you already have in your body. It has been used in surgery since the 1960’s. Sculptra has been extensively used to stimulate facial collagen production in Europe & has received FDA approval for facial rejuvenation several yrs ago.
WHAT ARE THE RISKS?
3. There’s a small risk of forming pea size nodules below the skin, which represent collagen reaction to Sculptra. When this occurs, it is typically not visible & not tender & most often requires no treatment. There’s a small risk of swelling or a bruising at the injection sites, no different than any other injection..
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
4. Although the usual charge is $900-$1100 per vial, you will pay less because we get manufacturer’s discounts as a result of our high volume Sculptra usage.
HOW ARE THE INJECTIONS PERFORMED?
5. Once the specialist determines that you are a good candidate for Sculptra, he will coat your skin with a topical anesthetic. The specialist uses a fine needle and a distraction device, making your injections well tolerated.
WHAT LIMITATIONS ARE THERE AFTERWARDS?
6. Immediately after your session you will receive instructions on how to massage the treatment areas, which you will need to do for 5 days. You may apply ice to minimize the risk of swelling & bruising & avoid strenuous activities for the rest of the day.
WHAT WILL IT DO FOR ME?
1. Juvederm will lessen the appearance of your facial wrinkles such as those in your forehead & around your mouth. The specialist can also use it to add volume in and around your lips.
IS IT SAFE?
2. Juvederm is a sugar that works by attracting water to the sites of the injection, lessening the appearance of your wrinkles. It’s made by the same company that makes Botox. Millions of Juvederm syringes are injected every year.
WHAT ARE THE RISKS?
3. There’s a small risk of overcorrection of the wrinkle or getting too much swelling. Although it’s rarely necessary the product can be reversed with an injection of a material that immediately breaks down the Juvederm. There’s a small risk of swelling or a bruising at the injection sites, no different than any other injection.
WHEN WILL I SEE THE EFFECT AND HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
4. Your full effect may take up to 10-14 days Juvederm lasts from 9-12 months, depending on your treatment area(s).
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
5. It is sold in a 1ml syringe, which typically costs around $500. You may require more than 1 syringe depending on your needs and your goals.
HOW ARE THE INJECTIONS PERFORMED?
6. Once the specialist determines that you are a good candidate for Juvederm, he will coat your skin with a topical anesthetic. If you are undergoing lip augmentation he will also inject the nerves in your mouth. Within 5 minutes, you will be numb. The specialist uses a very fine needle and a distraction device, making your injections virtually painless.
WHAT LIMITATIONS ARE THERE AFTERWARDS?
7. There are no special precautions after you receive Juvederm. You may want to apply ice and avoid any strenuous activities for the first 24 hours to minimize the risk of swelling & bruising.
WHAT WILL IT DO FOR ME?
1. Restylane will lessen the appearance of your facial wrinkles such as those in your forehead & around your mouth. The specialist prefers Restylane to add volume in the tear trough region, below the eyes.
IS IT SAFE?
2. Restylane is a sugar that works by attracting water to the sites of the injection, lessening the appearance of your wrinkles. Thousands of Restylane syringes are injected every year.
WHAT ARE THE RISKS?
3. There’s a small risk of over correction of the wrinkle or getting too much swelling. Although it’s rarely necessary the product can be reversed with an injection of a material that immediately breaks down the Restylane. There’s a small risk of swelling or a bruising at the injection sites, no different than any other injection.
WHEN WILL I SEE THE EFFECT AND HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
4. Your full effect may take up to 10-14 days Restylane lasts from 9-12 months, depending on your treatment area(s).
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
5. It is sold in a 1ml syringe, which typically costs around $500. You may require more than 1 syringe depending on your needs and your goals.
HOW ARE THE INJECTIONS PERFORMED?
6. Once the specialist determines that you are a good candidate for Restylane, he will coat your skin with a topical anesthetic. If you are undergoing lip augmentation he will also inject the nerves in your mouth. Within 5 minutes, you will be numb. The specialist uses a very fine needle and a distraction device, making your injections virtually painless.
WHAT LIMITATIONS ARE THERE AFTERWARDS?
7.There are no special precautions after you receive Restylane. You may want to apply ice to the injected areas to minimize the risk of swelling & bruising. You can continue with your daily routine.