Can 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 moreWhat happens to my facial fat grafts when I gain weight?
Overview Facial filler treatments and fat grafting can be excellent ways to soften the facial features by correcting imbalances and deficiencies in facial fat distribution. Your decision to pursue fat grafting treatment is one you should carefully consider with your doctor, as there are multiple options for achieving your desired look, and the solution that’s best for you will depend on variables like your medical history, present condition, and treatment goals. Like other treatment options available today, fat grafting is particularly...
read moreHow do fillers improve my dark circles?
Dark circles under they eye are a common problem that can affect people of all ages. Effective treatment must address the root cause of the problem, which is why putting on makeup or a face cream does not resolve the issue. If you are dissatisfied with your appearance because of under eye hollows that give you a tired, haggard, or sunken appearance, consider how an under eye filler like Restylane can improve your image. What is the root problem of my dark circles? While a number of factors contribute to the dark circles under the...
read moreWill BOTOX help my dark circles?
BOTOX is a great product for the right circumstances. In order to understand if BOTOX will help the dark circles under your eyes, you need to first know how BOTOX works and what causes dark circles. Why does BOTOX work? BOTOX is a naturally-occurring muscle relaxant and a highly purified protein called Botulinum toxin A. It was originally used by ophthalmologists to treat muscle spasms near the eyes, and from there doctors noticed that those who received treatment had the added benefit of a soft, relaxed, more youthful appearance. The...
read moreWhat are the best lasers to improve my dark circles?
People love to talk about lasers and technology, and while lasers are very valuable in many medical procedures, they have a limited place in cosmetic procedures. Lasers have been touted as a great way to improve skin texture, scars, and even problems like dark circles under the eyes which are actually caused by the skin optics of the lower eyelid. In actuality, lasers once seemed like a promising technology that failed to deliver on so many promises when it comes to cosmetic treatment. There are many potentially disfiguring side effects...
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