Skin Procedures

Soft-tissue fillers, most commonly injectable collagen or fat, can help fill in these lines and creases, temporarily resorting a smoother, more youthful looking appearance. When injected beneath the skin, these fillers plump up creased and sunken areas of the face.

Fat Injections

In the medical world, the fat injection procedure is known as autologous fat transplantation or microlipoinjection. It involves extracting fat cells from the patient’s abdomen, thighs, buttocks or elsewhere and reinjecting them beneath the facial skin.

The procedure

After the patient is treated with a local anesthesia, the fat is withdrawn using a syringe with a large-bore needle or a Cannula attached to a suction device. The fat is then prepared and injected into the desired site with a needle. Sometimes an adhesive bandage is applied over the injection site.

Results

The duration of the fat injections varies significantly from patient to patient. Though some patients have reported results lasting a year or more, the majority of patients find that at least half of the injection fullness disappears within 3-6 months. Therefore, repeated injections may be necessary.

Botox©
The cosmetic form of Botulinum Toxin, often referred to by its product name, Botox©, is a popular non-surgical injection that temporarily reduces or eliminates frown lines, forehead creases, crow’s feet near the eyes and thick bands in the neck. The toxin blocks the nerve impulses, temporarily paralyzing the muscles that cause wrinkles while giving the skin a smoother, more refreshed appearance. Studies have also suggested that Botox© is effective in relieving migraine headaches, excessive sweating and muscle spasms in the neck and eyes.

Juvederm©
As people age their skin changes. Over time, the natural volume of youthful skin begins to diminish as wrinkles and folds form. But, with Juvederm© injectable gel, patients don’t have to just sit back and let that happen. Recently approved by the FDA, Juvederm© injectable gel is a next-generation dermal filler. The smooth consistency gel helps to instantly restore the skin’s volume and smoothes away facial wrinkles and folds, especially around the nose and mouth.