Restylane®

What is Restylane?
Restylane is a natural substance that already exists in the human body called Hyaluronic Acid that restores fullness and smoother contours to your face.

Does it correct all of my wrinkles?
You will have an 80 to 100% improvement in the appearance of the injected lines and wrinkles temporarily.

How long does it last?
Since everyone's body metabolizes differently it can last from 6 months to one year.

Does it go away completely?
Yes, if you stop getting the injections the material is degraded by the body, leaving no traces of the dermal filler in the body.

Is there any pre-treatment required?
Avoid any products containing aspirin, Ibuprofen, St. John's Wort or high doses of Vitamin E for 1 week prior to treatment to help decrease bruising and bleeding at the injection site.

Is there any post treatment required?
You will need to leave the area alone for 6 hours after treatment and refrain from aerobic exercise for 24 hours. There might be redness, swelling and minor bruising at the injection sites.

Does it hurt?
There is minimal discomfort, but a topical or local anesthetic is available if needed.

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Botox®

What is Botox?
A natural purified protein produced by Clostridium botulinum bacterium.

Is it dangerous?
No. It is a purified form of the protein and is injected in very small amounts so there is virtually no risk.

How does it work?
It is injected into a muscle to temporarily paralyze the muscle to prevent movement and assist wrinkle reduction. It is the repeated movement of muscles that causes wrinkles so by preventing movement it helps reduce or soften wrinkles.

Is there any pre-treatment?
You need to not take any medications with aspirin, ibuprofen and/or Vitamin E in them for 1 week prior to treatment. This will decrease the bruising at the injection site.

Is there any post treatment?
You will need to keep your head up for 4 hours after treatment, but that is it.

Does it hurt?
There is very minimal discomfort, no local or topical anesthesia is necessary.

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Laser Hair Reduction

Is it permanent?
It is permanent hair reduction. Every person is different, therefore we can’t promise complete hair removal but most experience 50-90% permanent hair reduction. Maintenance sessions may be necessary in some cases.

Is there any pretreatment?
You can not pluck, wax, use a depilatory or have electrolysis in the areas you want to treat for 6 weeks prior to laser hair removal. Do not tan the areas for 4 weeks prior to treatment. Avoid using self-tanning products for 2 weeks prior to treatment.

What post treatment is necessary?
You will need to wear sunscreen regularly during your laser treatment package and for 6 weeks after completing your packages. Avoid irritants for seven days after treatment.

Does it hurt?
There is minimal discomfort. It feels like a rubber band snap. Topical anesthesia can be used for areas that are more sensitive.

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