Category Archives: facial fillers
Will photo facial treatments affect my Restylane® service?
Published on June 12, 2012 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.While we are never proponents of the “blue plate special”–the nickname for stacking up cosmetic surgeries all at once–it’s true that many individuals who are seeking to improve their looks do benefit from a balance of procedures. For example, if Read More…
Can Dr. Steinsapir dissolve the liquid silicone that was injected in my face in Mexico?
Published on October 6, 2011 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.Silicone oil has only one FDA-approved indication for use―repairing complex retinal detachments. Liquid silicone, also called silicone oil, finds its way into off-label use as a medical-grade facial filler. However, silicone oil has a number of side effects and it Read More…
I had facial fillers and BOTOX and now I look older
Published on September 9, 2011 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.If this happened to you, there is no doubt that you are dissatisfied with your treatment and that it makes you feel old – the exact opposite of the reason you chose to undergo the procedure! There are many reasons Read More…