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 Everyone
wants to be at his or her best. Men and women all
over the country strive to get rid of fine lines, wrinkles,
crows feet. Basically, a battle has been waged over
the past few years to restore the vitality and effortless
beauty of youthfulness. Since the beginning of the 21st
century, cosmetic techniques and practices have gained
momentum in terms of popularity, and more importantly,
acceptance.
Although, cosmetic surgical techniques and procedures
are constantly being improved with safer procedures
that are less traumatic and more effective, we are in
a highly charged environment these days with fast paced
lifestyles. It can seem as if there is never enough
time to do those little nagging tasks of importance,
much less take a few weeks out for a surgical recovery.
More individuals are turning to less invasive procedures
such as "Lunchtime Procedures" so that they
can erase those pesky frown lines in an hour then dash
to their appointment, event, function, etc. These days
with the dawn of the non-invasive fillers such as the
ever-popular Botox, Collagen, Fat Injections, and the
recent recommendation of Restylane approval to the FDA's
advisory panel, men and women alike are looking great
in no time flat. These lunchtime procedures or quick
fixes are rapidly becoming the norm. It would not be
surprising to see these injectables becoming as routine
as your manicure, pedicure, and your trip to the hair
salon.
YOUR EASY REFERENCE TO QUICK FIXES:
Botox
PROS:
-FDA approved.
-Great for smoothing wrinkles on forehead, (glabellar
region)
-A quick fix.
- I personally love Botox!
CONS:
-3-6 months lasting ability depending on the individual
-In rare cases could cause bruising or side effect of
a droopy eyelid
Collagen
PROS:
-FDA Approved.
-Great for lips and nasal labial folds
-Fills wrinkles, scars and lines on face and around
lips
-Immediate results
-Lasts up to six months depending on the individual
CONS:
-Could be Costly
-Not permanent
-Patient has to be skin tested for possible allergic
reaction
Fat Injections
PROS:
-Taken from your own fat, which is great
-No allergic reaction
-Results are variable, but can be permanent
CONS:
-Body absorbs own fat
-Patient should retain approx. 25-30% depending on the
individual
-Could be costly
Restylane / Perlane
PROS:
-I personally love restylane/perlane. It is MY personal
choice.
-Recent recommendation of Restylane approval to the
FDA's advisory panel.
-Great soft tissue filler that adds volume.
-Rarely ever an allergic reaction.
-Can last up to one year.
CONS:
-Can be costly
-Not permanent
Injectable Silicone
CONS:
-Not approved for cosmetic use in the United States
-In 1991 the FDA banned its use for wrinkles and facial
defects
-Injectable silicone tends to harden, migrate, inflammation
and skin necrosis
-In my personal opinion, DO NOT USE
Confidentially speaking, I believe injectables are
a great quick fix because there is no downtime. If you
would like to find a Board Certified plastic surgeon
to fit your specific needs, please call Helen Elliott
Enterprises, Inc., toll-free at (888) 433-9091 or (310)
285-8505.
It would be our pleasure to assist you. We believe that
the more informed you are the more positive your experience
will be.
For more information, please visit Helen's
specialist page or go directly to her website at
www.helenelliott.com
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