Micro Needling and the Need for Science-Based Treatments
Micro needling, also called skin needling, is a recent trend in cosmetic treatment marketing that sounds miraculous in promotional media but unfortunately is not backed by science or medicine. Does it work? We can’t say for sure without extensive research on micro needling, and it’s important to understand that not everybody responds to a treatment in the same way. But we can say from simple human experience that most products that sound too good to be true often are, especially when they aren’t supported by science, research...
read moreCan I exercise my facial muscle for an improved tone?
Exercise and diet are essential for a healthy lifestyle, but it’s important to recognize their limitations. Not every condition can be cured by exercise, vitamin supplements or fad diets, especially when the problem is not a result of poor nutrition or inactivity. We absolutely encourage you to exercise moderately and eat well, but we admit to being skeptical of the arising claim that exercising facial muscles can restore youth and beauty to one’s face. This is an unproven method, and when one considers that they are likely still...
read moreDr. Steinsapir’s Microdroplet™ BOTOX® Patent Officially Approved
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has officially issued a rare patent (US 7,846,457 B2) to Dr. Kenneth D. Steinsapir for his Microdroplet™ botulinum toxin (BOTOX®, Dysport®, Xeomin®) method. The Microdroplet method of administering cosmetic botulinum toxin is a breakthrough invention that revolutionizes the way we think about BOTOX® treatments. Microdroplet™ BOTOX® is an enhanced and now-patented method of administering cosmetic botulinum toxin, most commonly referred to simply as BOTOX®, to individuals who seek...
read moreCould I be allergic to BOTOX?
Your best cosmetic treatment option will depend on many factors that are unique to you. That said, you can empower yourself to make the best decision with a qualified cosmetic surgeon by learning about all the benefits and associated risks involved in any procedure you are considering. Every medical treatment comes with some risk, even if very small, and BOTOX is no exception. In general, BOTOX is very safe and has proven itself in studies to be a great choice for reliable improvements. Millions of people enjoy BOTOX benefits every year,...
read moreWill my insurance company pay for my BOTOX for migraines
The FDA recently approved the use of BOTOX to treat migraines, which leads many hopefuls to ask, will BOTOX for migraines be covered by my medical insurance company? The answer depends on what is right for you, your medical history, and your insurance. However, don’t expect your insurance to pay for top cosmetic treatment if you have just had a few migraines. Let’s take a look at the studies that led the FDA to approve BOTOX for migraine treatment, some likely insurance limitations, and how you can determine your best treatment...
read moreMicrodroplet™ BOTOX® – The Preferred Treatment Is Now Patented
The United States Patent Office has announced that they are granting the patent for Microdroplet botulinum toxin, a significant improvement in how BOTOX treatment is performed. This advanced method elevates the eyebrows and creates a forehead lift without freezing facial expression or creating unwanted expression lines. Dr. Steinsapir invented this method after observing side effects like the “forehead freeze” and lowered eyebrows associated with other BOTOX forehead treatments. Microdroplet BOTOX is an exceptionally precise...
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