BELOTERO Balance®, a hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler that is manufactured by Merz Aesthetics, was approved by the FDA earlier this month for the treatment of moderate and severe facial wrinkles. (more…)
Archive for the ‘Skin’ Category
The FDA Approves Cosmetic Injectables Xeomin® and LaViv®
The U.S. FDA recently approved two new cosmetic injectable treatments, Xeomin® and LaViv®, for use in patients with facial wrinkles. Xeomin® falls in the category of botulinum toxin type A injectables and works similarly to BOTOX® Cosmetic and Dysport® in that the product relaxes the facial muscles that cause wrinkles. LaViv® is a treatment that involves the harvesting and re-injection of the patient’s own tissues to fill in facial wrinkles. Although we do not currently offer these products at the plastic surgery practice of Paul Pin, MD, we have reviewed the benefits and drawbacks of each injectable treatment in this blog post. (more…)
How to Treat Common Facial Flaws
Facial plastic surgery procedures such as facelift, browlift, and blepharoplasty are designed to reduce the signs of aging in patients. These procedures tighten loose skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. However, they are not intended to treat other facial flaws such as a poor complexion, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone. Here, we review common facial flaws and appropriate treatment options for these conditions. (more…)