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Is There an Alternative to Surgery, to Help Get Rid of the Bags Under My Eyes?

Dermal Fillers such as Juvederm are an excellent non-surgical treatment for “tear trough” deformities, which give you the dark circles or bags underneath the eyes look. Juvederm is made of Hyaluronic Acid, which is a naturally occurring sugar found in the human body. The role of hyaluronic acid in the skin is to deliver nutrients, hydrate the skin by holding in water, and to act as a cushioning agent. Therefore it is excellent when used to smooth wrinkles and folds under the eyes, and around Continue reading →

Botox or Juvederm? Which is the Right Treatment For You?

I have a lot of patients ask me what the difference between Botox and Juvederm are during consultations for facial rejuvenation procedures. Though the two may seem similar in that they treat wrinkles and help the anti-aging process, they work their magic in different ways. Therefore, it is important to understand the difference between Botox and Dermal Fillers (Juvederm) when it comes to choosing the right treatment for you. The best way to do this is to look at yourself in the mirror, and concentrate Continue reading →

What’s the Right Age for Anti-Aging Surgical Solutions?

According to many doctors, there really is no correct age for undergoing a rejuvenating surgery like a facelift. While it may seem that only older women are opting for procedures like this, inherited aging tendencies may make you want to schedule surgery before your 50s or 60s. Ultimately, the right time to have a procedure performed is when an area bothers you enough to do something about it and it can realistically be performed. And because younger skin is firmer and less lax, you’ll probably Continue reading →