INJECTABLES
BOTOX
- What is
Botox?
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a
simple, nonsurgical, physician-administered treatment that can
temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown lines between the
brows in people from 18 to 65 years of age. It is the only
treatment of its type approved by the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA).
One 10-minute treatment—a few
tiny injections—and within days there's a noticeable
improvement in moderate to severe frown lines between the
brows, which can last up to 4 months. Results may
vary.
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a
purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum
bacterium, which reduces the activity of the muscles that
cause those frown lines between the brows to form over
time.
In 2005, almost 3.3 million
procedures were performed with FDA-approved BOTOX®
Cosmetic.
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BOTOX® Cosmetic May Work for
You!
When it comes to selecting a
physician-administered aesthetic treatment, chances are you’ll
want proof, not just claims. The proof for BOTOX®
Cosmetic is in the numbers.
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In clinical trials, nearly 90%
of men and women surveyed rated the improvement in the
appearance of frown lines between their brows as moderate to
better 1 month after treatment. Results vary.
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Results can last for up to 4
months, and may vary.
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BOTOX® Cosmetic was
approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2002
for the temporary treatment of moderate to severe frown
lines between the brows in people ages 18 to 65, and almost
3.3 million procedures were performed in 2005 alone.
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The American Society for
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery ranked BOTOX® Cosmetic
as the most popular physician-administered aesthetic
procedure in the United States for the fourth year in a row
(surgical and nonsurgical combined).
Juvéderm™:
- What Is Juvéderm™ Injectable Gel Dermal
Filler?
As we age, our skin
changes. Over time, the natural volume of youthful skin begins
to diminish as wrinkles and folds form. But, with
Juvéderm™ injectable gel, you don't have to
just sit back and let it happen! Approved by the FDA, Juvederm
injectable gel is a “next-generation” dermal
filler.
Juvéderm™ is a
smooth consistency gel made of hyaluronic acid—a naturally
occurring substance in your skin that helps to add volume and
hydration. Your healthcare professional eases Juvéderm™
injectable gel under the skin to
instantly restore your skin's volume and smooth away facial
wrinkles and folds, like your “smile lines” or “parentheses”
(nasolabial folds—the creases that run from the bottom of your
nose to the corners of your mouth).
Juvéderm™
provides a smooth, natural look and feel—so everyone will
notice (but no one will know)! In fact, studies show superior
results of Juvéderm™ compared to a
collagen-based dermal filler.†
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Almost 90% of all study
volunteers who were treated with both
Juvéderm™ injectable gel and another dermal
filler† preferred
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Juvéderm™
injectable gel is the
first FDA-approved hyaluronic acid dermal filler that is
proven to be safe and effective for persons of color.
Immediate Results
with Juvéderm™ the injection process takes only
about 15 minutes and results are immediate. Plus, there's
minimal recovery or downtime. So you can step into your
doctor's office for treatment and step right back into your
life.
*Juvéderm™ is indicated
for injection into the mid to deep dermis for correction of
moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds (such as
nasolabial folds).
†The other dermal
filler used in this study was ZYPLAST® dermal
filler (bovine-based collagen).
-What to
Expect During Treatment?
Because
Juvéderm™ injectable gel is a simple, nonsurgical wrinkle
treatment, there is minimal recovery or downtime. So you can
make an appointment to stop by your healthcare professional's
office for treatment on the way home from work or the gym, or
even while the kids are at soccer practice—and get right back
to your life. Here's what to expect when you visit your
healthcare professional's office for treatment. (Please note
that although this experience is typical, the routine at your
healthcare professional's office may be
different).
Before you go:
Some doctors recommend that you avoid any medications that can
prolong bleeding, such as aspirin and non-steroidal
anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS), for at least a week prior to
treatment in order to reduce the risk of bruising and bleeding
at the injection site. Ask your healthcare professional what
he or she recommends.
When you arrive:
If this is your first visit, your healthcare professional will
ask about your medical history, including any allergies you
may have or medications you may take, and will tell you more
about wrinkle treatment with Juvéderm™.
Juvéderm™ injectable gel does not require an
allergy test.
Determining your
treatment needs: Your healthcare professional will
examine the soft tissue of your face to assess the depth of
wrinkles and folds to determine your treatment.
Juvéderm™ injectable gel is available in two
formulations—Juvéderm™ Ultra for versatility
in contouring and volumizing facial wrinkles and folds, and Juvéderm™ Ultra Plus, a robust formulation
for volumizing and correcting deeper folds and wrinkles. This
allows your healthcare professional to better tailor treatment
to your unique needs. They may even take pre-treatment
photographs so you can see the difference after
treatment!
Before the
procedure:
Although anesthesia is not required, your
healthcare professional may use topical or injectable
anesthesia to numb the treatment area first.
The procedure:
Your healthcare professional will ease the
Juvéderm™ injectable gel under your skin to
augment, or fill, wrinkles and folds. Following the injection,
your healthcare professional may gently massage the treated
areas. The procedure is quick and easy. The injection itself
usually takes only about 15 minutes.
After the
procedure:
With Juvéderm™, there is
minimal recovery or downtime.
For the first 24 hours following
treatment, you should avoid strenuous exercise, excessive sun
or heat exposure, and consumption of alcoholic beverages in
order to help minimize the risks of temporary redness,
swelling, and/or itching at the treatment sites. After the
treatment, some temporary injection-related reactions may
occur, including redness, pain, firmness, swelling, and bumps.
Studies have shown that these are usually mild to moderate in
nature and clear up on their own in 7 days or less. If you
experience swelling at the injection site, you can apply an
ice pack for a brief period. Your healthcare professional will
tell you when makeup may be applied after your
treatment.
Seeing
results: You should see an
immediate improvement in the treatment areas. Most patients
need one treatment to achieve optimal wrinkle smoothing. And
one treatment could smooth your lines and wrinkles for up to 1
year! However, results may vary and correction is temporary.
Supplemental “touch up” treatments may be required to achieve
and maintain optimal results.
Radiesse®
Radiesse
dermal filler is a safe, next generation filler that does
more than just fill in lines and wrinkles – it volumizes. In
fact, RADIESSE dermal filler is setting a new standard in
facial fold and wrinkle correction. This treatment restores
a natural, youthful look that lasts. In many patients, the
results may last for a year or more. Numerous medical
studies have shown that RADIESSE dermal filler is a safe and
effective treatment for
filling and correcting smile
lines,
nasolabial folds,
and wrinkles around the nose and mouth. RADIESSE dermal
filler stimulates the body to produce new collagen. This
unique response provides immediate, visible improvement of
folds and wrinkles, and provides long-lasting and beautiful
results.
RADIESSE dermal filler:
- Is an FDA-APPROVED wrinkle
treatment used to correct moderate to severe facial
wrinkles and folds around the nose and mouth, such as
nasolabial folds.
- Stimulates the body to
produce NEW COLLAGEN.
- RADIESSE dermal filler is
LONG LASTING.
- Provides IMMEDIATE
correction through a convenient treatment that can be
performed during your lunch hour!
- May require LESS FREQUENT
office visits for re-treatments, saving you time and
money.
- Is BIOCOMPATIBLE, and no
allergy testing is necessary prior to treatment
Immediate Satisfaction,
Long-lasting Results
The wrinkle treatment results
provided by RADIESSE dermal filler are immediate and long
lasting. The effects of RADIESSE dermal filler may last a
year or more in many patients. In addition, RADIESSE
treatments may require fewer office visits for
re-treatments. Since results may vary, be sure to discuss
your expectations with your Radiesse physician.
How does Radiesse work?
Safe and Effective Wrinkle
Treatment
RADIESSE dermal filler is made of
unique calcium-based microspheres that are suspended in a
water-based gel and injected into the skin through a simple,
safe, and minimally invasive procedure.
Hundreds of thousands of patients
have experienced RADIESSE treatment, and thousands of
physicians worldwide have been trained to provide RADIESSE
treatments. Through years of rigorous clinical studies and
independent research, RADIESSE dermal filler has proven to
be safe and effective. With RADIESSE dermal filler, you get
safe, FDA-approved, clinically tested results.
EVOLENCE®
EVOLENCE®
dermal filler represents a breakthrough in treating the
effects of aging by replacing the collagen you've lost with
collagen that lasts. A truly novel dermal filler, EVOLENCE®
can immediately improve and refresh your appearance by
smoothing out and softening unwanted wrinkles and folds, and
restoring structure and facial contour in volume-depleted
areas. The visible, natural-looking results are achieved
immediately, with minimal-to-no downtime, so you can get
right back to your daily activities. These immediate results
last for at least 6 months, so you can avoid the costly
repeat treatments often associated with other fillers.
EVOLENCE®
is injected by a trained physician or aesthetic
professional, and your desired results may be achieved in
just 1 visit. Only your physician or aesthetic professional
can determine the best treatment approach for achieving your
desired results.
Why is collagen so important for
achieving a refreshed, youthful appearance?
Collagen is nature's most
fundamental and abundant building block. In fact, collagen
makes up 70% to 80% of the skin's dermis, providing
structure, strength, and support. Collagen depletes
naturally over time as we age, leading to a tired or aged
appearance. This happens through the formation of new
wrinkles and folds, and changes in facial contour and
structure. The natural pace of collagen loss can be
accelerated by such factors as sun exposure, genetics,
hormonal changes, and smoking. By replacing lost collagen
with an advanced collagen compound, EVOLENCE®
dermal filler can help enhance and maintain the structure,
volume, and naturally younger-looking appearance of your
skin.
What makes EVOLENCE®
different?
EVOLENCE®
dermal filler is made of natural collagen, one of the most
prevalent materials in your body. The advanced collagen in
EVOLENCE®
has been naturally cross-linked, so it mimics the
3-dimensional structure of your skin's own collagen. This
allows it to integrate beautifully and support your skin's
own existing collagen network by adding structure, strength,
and volume for a natural look and feel that last.
The unique collagen of EVOLENCE®:
- Achieves immediate, natural-looking
results, so you can walk out of your aesthetic
professional's office looking beautifully refreshed
- Causes minimal-to-no swelling or
bruising, so you can get right back to daily activities
- Last for at least 6 months so it is
convenient and reduces costly repeat visits
- Does not require a skin pre-test, so
you can get results in 1 visit
Although new to the US, EVOLENCE®
has been used extensively in Canada, Europe, and Israel for
several years.
Where is EVOLENCE®
used?
EVOLENCE®
is recommended for the correction of moderate-to-deep facial
wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds, the ones that
appear from your nose to the corners of your mouth ("smile
lines").
Is EVOLENCE®
right for me?
Your physician or aesthetic
professional will help you determine the best treatment
approach for achieving your desired results. Together, you
may decide EVOLENCE®
dermal filler is right for you if you are seeking a
refreshed and naturally younger-looking you. The visible
results are immediate
—with minimal-to-no downtime post-treatment— and lasts at
least 6 months.
Please see for yourself the real
results of real women who have used EVOLENCE®
by visiting our
Before & After Gallery
page. All our EVOLENCE®
photography is unretouched to demonstrate our confidence in
this product and the results you, too, may achieve.