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Botox 101 – Things you Should Know

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  Aging is inevitable, but everyone wants to defy it. When you began to see those fine lines and wrinkles appear, aging becomes more of a factor. At one point, people had to undergo surgery to reverse the signs of aging, but with the advancement in aesthetics such as Botox and dermal fillers, those days are becoming numbered.   Botox has proven to be a great way to diminish fine lines, wrinkles, and crow’s feet (wrinkles around your eyes).   Botox is quite popular because it has proven to give great results at a much more affordable rate than cosmetic surgery. Botox is non-invasive with no downtime and minimal side effects with results that can last for several months. What Exactly is Botox? Botox Cosmetic is a trade name for Botulinum Toxin Type A that is injected into the skin to improve and rejuvenate the skin and make you look younger. Botulinum is a purified neurotoxin protein produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. It is diluted and then injected into the skin to co

What are Dermal Fillers and What Do They Do?

Dermal fillers are a form of safe and effective cosmetic procedure that can slow down the aging process. They plump and smooth your skin making the individual appear younger and more vibrant. When the skin loses its elasticity and collagen, wrinkles can appear. The skin around the static wrinkles starts to fold and lose volume. To restore volume in sagging skin folds we can use dermal fillers to restore the lost volume making the induvial appear much younger. Dermal Fillers are effective in treating the following age-related issues: They reduce vertical lip lines easily. They give the appearance of plump, fat lips. A chin crease can be smoothed with its use. They will strengthen the patient's face's overall symmetry. They reduce wrinkles across the mouth and nose (frown lines, smile lines, etc.). It accentuates the patient's face's superficial contours. It assists in the volume restoration of sunken cheeks or temples. What are the different types of dermal fillers? Derm