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Botox
BOTOX® Cosmetic is an injectable medicine that relaxes tissues and diminishes lines around the forehead, crow’s feet, and frown lines between the eyebrows. It temporarily paralyzes the facial muscles that cause deep wrinkles and fine lines, offering a quick and virtually pain-free way to achieve a youthful, smooth and well-rested appearance.
Fillers
JUVÉDERM ULTRA XC is an injectable gel used to treat lines around the mouth, nose and lips. It creates a smooth and youthful facial appearance lasting up to one year. As we age, the skin loses its natural ability to produce hyaluronic acid. This is a key element that restores elasticity and plumps the skin. The gel lies smoothly below the surface of the skin, giving natural looking results.
JUVÉDERM VOLUMA XC is the thickest filler of the Juvederm collection of fillers, lasting up to two years. As we age, cheeks lose definition, leading to sagging skin. Juvederm Voluma restores this lost volume and helps to achieve a subtle lift that was previously only achieved through an invasive facelift. Juvederm Voluma gives a contour
JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA XC is a soft, silky injectable gel suitable for smoothing perioral lines (wrinkles and lines around the mouth) and for adding subtle volume to the lips. The formula contains a lower hyaluronic acid content for a filler that causes less swelling and downtime and produces longer-lasting results. Juvederm Volbella is a smooth filler that gives a natural look and feel. Volbella injections can also be used to define the contours of your lips, enhance your “Cupid’s bow,” soften marionette lines along the chin and correct down-turned mouth corners.
JUVÉDERM VOLLURE™ XC is used to correct wrinkles and folds for up to 18 months. It is an even filler designed with a unique balance of gel properties to deliver a smoother appearance of the face.
The Art Behind Fillers
BOTOX® Cosmetic is an injectable medicine that relaxes tissues and diminishes lines around the forehead, crow’s feet, and frown lines between the eyebrows. It temporarily paralyzes the facial muscles that cause deep wrinkles and fine lines, offering a quick and virtually pain-free way to achieve a youthful, smooth and well-rested appearance.
How Many Units Do I Need?
That's a great question.
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Each of the 3 primary facial areas take 15-20 units
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Individual faces may vary with more or less required
15-20 Units
15-20 Units
15-20 Units
Choosing The Right Injection Specialist
Choosing the right Injection Specialist is important. You shouldn't trust your face with anyone except an exceptionally qualified professional. When looking for a Cosmetic Injection and Skincare Specialist, these are the top areas to be aware of, focused on, and questioning.
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Pricing - What is the price point? If you are going to the cheapest person in town, that’s a red flag. Botox Cosmetic and Juvederm are expensive cosmetic medications. If a provider is offering these for less than cost, chances are that they are probably not using real product. You get what you pay for. It’s your face and you are definitely worth it!
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Licensure - Is this person licensed in the state of Colorado? If the injector is unlicensed in Colorado it is wise to assume the Botox and filler are not real, which is potentially dangerous or even deadly.
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Background - Does the injector have a medical background?
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Normalization before beautification - Ask questions about what that person understands to be “normal anatomy”. The practitioner needs to appreciate what is normal and natural. Is the injector interested in restoring your ideal face shape? Does this person achieve results through working artistically and creatively?
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Process - Is the injector working through a series of codes “prescribed” by the drug company? True beauty comes from an emotional beauty which cannot be captured by a sequence of instructions. This process requires a “less is more” approach and a rejection of “big business” ideals.
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Approach - Is the injector working towards facial rejuvenation with a holistic approach?
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Appearance - What does your injectors face look like? This is a clear indicator of their approach to aesthetic medicine. 16% of aesthetic practitioners suffer from Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), leading to unsafe or inappropriate practices.
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Anatomy - Does the injector understand the process of facial reshaping through working with anatomy and physiology?
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Experience - Does this person have an intimate knowledge of the vascular system and how to deal with complications? This is one of the most important parts of Aesthetic Medicine. Each patient’s arteries and even their facial muscles are completely different than others.
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Responsiveness - Does this person welcome your questions? Are they insightful with case studies available for review, or to reach out and contact?