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Exploring the Frontiers of Beauty: PRP vs PRF in Aesthetic Medicine

Exploring the Frontiers of Beauty: PRP vs PRF in Aesthetic Medicine

In the dynamic world of aesthetic medicine, two cutting-edge treatments have been making waves: Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF). Both hailed for their rejuvenating properties, they offer unique benefits to those seeking natural, effective cosmetic enhancements. Let’s delve into the nuances of PRP and PRF, helping you understand which might be the best fit for your aesthetic goals

What You Need to Know about BroadBand Light Therapy & BBL HERO: Full Body Treatment 

What You Need to Know about BroadBand Light Therapy & BBL HERO: Full Body Treatment 

BroadBand Light Therapy & BBL HERO: Full Body Treatment 

WHAT IS IT?

BroadBand Light (BBL) therapy uses intense pulsed light (IPL) to address various skin issues such as acne, rosacea, age spots, sun spots, fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin texture. It's also effective for small blood vessels, spider veins, broken capillaries, and vascular lesions. Commonly used on…

The Truth about Botox: It Does Not Erase Lines

The Truth about Botox: It Does Not Erase Lines

s a provider, I frequently encounter misconceptions surrounding various treatments. One such treatment is related to Botox which has long been a trusted solution for reducing the appearance of wrinkles and lines. The prevailing myth is that Botox can "erase lines”. This belief, however, is fundamentally false in what Botox can actually do and the role it plays in maintaining youthful skin.

Supercharge your sunscreen

Supercharge your sunscreen

By now, you probably know that the sun isn't exactly your skin's best friend. Ultraviolet radiation, particularly the longer wavelength UVA rays, can harm the collagen fibers in the deeper layers of your skin, eventually causing wrinkles and an uneven skin texture. While sunscreen is crucial for protecting your skin from the harmful effects of sun exposure, it shouldn't be the sole component of your routine in combating premature aging caused by UV rays. Let’s take a closer look at why you should be to be supercharging your SPF by a layering an antioxidant underneath.

Morpheus8: Treatment, Cost, and Outcome

Morpheus8: Treatment, Cost, and Outcome

Non-invasive beauty treatments are having a major moment right now (Botox, Moxi, BBL, etc.), but there's no procedure that's gotten more buzz recently than Morpheus8, the radio frequency microneedling treatment that leaves your skin tighter and firmer. Not only are we in love with it, but celebs are too: Kim K tested it out a few months ago on Instagram.  Here’s everything you need to know about the treatment if you decide to try it for yourself!

Botox Lip Flip: Everything you need to know

Botox Lip Flip: Everything you need to know

What is the Botox Lip Flip? 

A Botox Lip Flip is a popular, inexpensive, and minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that results in a natural-looking fuller upper lip when smiling.

How does the Botox Lip Flip work?

First, let’s consider how Botox itself works.

Botox is one brand name of the neuromodulator botulinum toxin type A (BoTA), a potent substance produced by the clostridium botulinum bacteria. There are 4 additional FDA approved brand names of BoTA: Dysport, Xeomin, Jeuveau, and Daxxify.

Botox, like all other brands of BoTA, works to temporarily block acetylcholine (ACh) at the neuromuscular junction. ACh is required…

COVID-19 Vaccine and Dermal Filler Swelling Questions Answered

COVID-19 Vaccine and Dermal Filler Swelling Questions Answered

In this post I will cover the top 5 questions related to the COVID-19 vaccine and dermal filler swelling.
1. Is swelling from the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine a real side effect?
2. I have facial fillers should I be worried about getting the vaccine?
3. If swelling occurs, where is it most likely to happen?
4. How could the vaccine given in my arm trigger swelling in my face where I’ve had dermal fillers?
5. Should I get the vaccine if I have fillers?


FDA Approved Dermal Fillers

FDA Approved Dermal Fillers

There are 19 brands of FDA approved facial dermal fillers available to providers for cosmetic injections. Each has multiple and specific indications (lips, cheeks, etc.) and most have 2 versions – one which includes lidocaine in the formulation (an anesthetic) and one that does not.