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Tanning beds have been notoriously linked to skin damage over the years. However, this does not make sunbathing any more dangerous with Botox injections, unless you are tanning immediately afterwards. We recommend not lying down for four hours after Botox injections so as to decrease the risk of the product traveling to areas it should not go. Dilation of blood vessels from the excess heat can also cause this premature migration. The reason wrinkles develop to begin...

08 November, 2015

The hot new Juvederm product on the market, Voluma injections, is the preferred dermal filler for many plastic surgeons when it comes to facial volume. It is an effective option for those looking for a more subtle facial lift without the cost or downtime of surgery. As we get older, our skin begins to lose vibrancy and firmness. With Voluma injections, the molecules that make up the filler are wound together. This creates a pillar of...

02 November, 2015

Are you worried about the lines and other obvious signs of aging on your face but do not want to deal with surgery? If so, there is a hyaluronic acid treatment called Restylane that reduces wrinkles without the need for any invasive surgery. Restylane is a dermal injection that is specifically designed to treat moderate to severe wrinkles between the nose and the mouth. It is also FDA approved to be used as filler for lip...

18 October, 2015

What Are Spider Veins? Spider veins, also referred to as varicose veins, can be painful as well as cause serious insecurities regarding one’s appearance. This common occurrence tends to be most prevalent on the back of the legs and around the sides of the thighs. Though varicose veins and spider veins are often synonymous with each other, there are some differences worth noting. Spider veins are the smaller version of red, purple or blue veins that...

27 August, 2015

Botox Cosmetic Treatments Many people are familiar with Botox, the popular injectable used to prevent. Here is a question some patients are curious about: What is a good age to start Botox? Though there is no set age that works best for everyone, a general rule is that it is rarely too early to start Botox. To begin with, there are no negative consequences to taking Botox early. It’s not something the body eventually grows immunity to....

14 July, 2015

Restylane Injections by Dr. Parson Seeing wrinkles develop on one’s face can be a traumatic experience. So too can the gradual hollowing out beneath our cheek bones that comes with aging. Dermal fillers such as Restylane injections are cosmetic products that are injected into the skin to reduce signs of aging. There are many different types of injections, and each comes with its own set of characteristics. Restylane injections are commonly used for softening wrinkle lines around...

05 July, 2015

Sculptra and Injectable Fillers “I’ve heard people talking about Sculptra but I’m not sure what its used for when it comes to improving someone’s appearance, is it like other injectable fillers?” How Sculptra is different This is a question that I hear all too often. I have been very happy with Sculptra in my patients. Sculptra is similar but also very different from a lot of the other injectable fillers. Sculptra is a facial injectable treatment regimen of...

01 July, 2015

Dermal Fillers and Juvederm Dermal fillers were the second most popular non-surgical procedure in 2014. Juvederm injections are fairly new hyaluronic acid dermal fillers manufactured and marketed by Allergan. As with any new procedure, it’s important to have an expert consultation to ensure the client is in good hands. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shaun Parson performs a wide range of procedures and has the experience needed to help you make the right cosmetic choices. Juvederm injections are...

27 June, 2015

Minimally Invasive Botox Cosmetic Procedure Botox Cosmetic is the most popular minimally invasive cosmetic procedure performed in the United States. This injection utilizes the botulinum toxin, a naturally occurring substance servicing both aesthetic and medical functions. Botox blocks nerve impulses in various facial muscles. This limits the muscles’ movement to lessen wrinkles. Weathering of the face develops along the mouth, eyes, forehead and neck as a result of the aging process. Smiling, squinting, and frowning exasperate this...

18 May, 2015

Juvederm and Other Hyaluronic Acid Fillers Our skin tends to change for the worse as we get older. With time, we can expect to see an increase in lines and wrinkles as the natural volume in our face diminishes. Dr. Shaun Parson is a board-certified plastic surgeon who offers a variety of treatments and solutions to help fight the aging process that affects us all. Juvederm injections are a great non-surgical way to restore facial volume...

23 March, 2015
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