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Does filler cause skin to sag or stretch over time?
When dermal fillers are placed properly by an experienced injector, they do not cause skin to sag or stretch; in fact, the opposite is true.
Is filler permanent?
No, filler does go away with time as it dissolves in your skin.
How do fillers help with facial aging?
Fillers replace lost volume, which gives back more structure and contour to the face and can help lift.
What types of PDO threads are offered and for what areas?
The practice offers different types of PDO threads, including small ones for wrinkles like lip lines or the forehead, and larger ones to provide a full facelift effect.
How do PDO threads work and what results can be expected?
PDO threads provide an immediate lift in the treated area. They are made of the same material as dissolvable stitches from surgery, and as they dissolve, they produce collagen in the area, continually giving even better results to lift and tighten the skin.
What is Scarlett (radiofrequency microneedling) and what are its benefits?
Scarlett is radiofrequency microneedling that produces small injuries to stimulate collagen lost with aging. This helps to lift and tighten the skin and overall improve skin health.
Can fillers, PDO threads, and Scarlett be used individually?
Yes, fillers, PDO threads, and Scarlett individually will still give good and lifted results.
Can filler make you look unnatural?
Yes, it is possible for filler to make you look unnatural, as too much is not always a good thing and more isn't always better.
What type of filler is used, and can it be reversed?
The practice uses hyaluronic acid-based filler, and has an enzyme to reverse it if a patient does not like their results.
Is the filler procedure painful?
Most people find the filler procedure pretty tolerable. Most of the practice's fillers contain lidocaine, which numbs the skin during injection, and the practice also offers topical and injectable numbing options to make the procedure easy.
Can filler results look natural?
Yes, filler can look very natural if administered by an experienced provider.
How long does it take to see results from PRP?
New cell growth stimulated by platelets occurs over approximately 30 days.
What is a PRP (Vampire Facial) and how does it work?
A PRP, also known as a Vampire Facial, is a procedure that uses the patient's own blood components, specifically platelet-rich plasma, to stimulate new cell growth for youthful skin.
How is a PRP breast lift performed?
The process involves drawing the client's blood, numbing the area with topical lidocaine, and then injecting platelet-rich plasma.
Who is a good candidate for a PRP breast lift?
It is a good treatment option for women seeking more breast volume and lift, or increased cup size, without surgery.
Can a PRP breast lift be combined with other treatments?
Yes, combining a PRP breast lift with a PDO thread can achieve an even greater lift.
What are the initial steps for managing rosacea?
The first step is to see a dermatologist for diagnosis. Patients should also identify and avoid their rosacea triggers, such as alcohol, sunlight, stress, and hot drinks.
What treatments does the practice offer for rosacea?
The practice offers BBL (broadband light), MOXIE (low-level laser resurfacing), and HALO (hybrid fractional laser resurfacing) treatments. These treatments work to suppress and control rosacea flare-ups, while also targeting brown spots, fine lines, wrinkles, tone, and texture.
How much filler is in one syringe?
One syringe of filler is equivalent to a fifth of a teaspoon or the size of a blueberry.
How many filler sessions or syringes are typically needed for desired results?
Achieving desired filler results can require multiple sessions and multiple syringes of filler.
What happens to the face as we age?
As we age, we lose collagen and elasticity, and fat pads move around in the face, leading to sagging. Many people commonly desire to lift everything up and look tight and youthful.
What is involved in a PRP Breast Lift procedure?
A PRP breast lift involves drawing the client's blood, numbing the area with topical lidocaine, and then injecting platelet-rich plasma. The platelets stimulate new cell growth over about 30 days, providing increased breast volume and lift without surgery or downtime. This treatment is ideal for women seeking more volume and an increased cup size.
What is Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and how does it work?
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) contains blood components rich in platelets. These platelets are an amazing treatment that helps to stimulate new cell growth, with results developing over approximately 30 days.
How does Dr. Tsitsis recommend managing rosacea?
The first step is to see a dermatologist for a diagnosis. Patients should identify and avoid personal triggers such as alcohol, sunlight, stress, and hot drinks. The practice offers multiple treatments like BBL, MOXIE, and HALO to suppress and control flare-ups.
What volume can I expect from one syringe of filler?
One syringe of filler is equivalent to a fifth of a teaspoon or the size of a blueberry. Achieving desired results often requires multiple sessions and multiple syringes.
Can filler injections cause bruising, and how can it be minimized?
Filler injections can cause bruising, but there are methods to minimize it. Patients should avoid blood thinners like ibuprofen, caffeine, and alcohol for 24 hours before their appointment.
What post-treatment care is needed after filler injections?
Filler is moveable like playdough for the first two full weeks after injection, so patients need to be very careful to ensure the best aesthetic outcome. This includes being careful with 'smooching' (kissing) after lip filler.
How does aging affect facial appearance?
As people age, they naturally lose collagen and elasticity, and facial fat pads tend to shift.
Is filler permanent, and can it be reversed?
Filler is not permanent and dissolves in the skin over time. The practice uses hyaluronic acid-based fillers and has an enzyme available to reverse the filler if a patient is not satisfied with the results.
Is the filler procedure painful, and what pain management options are available?
The filler procedure is generally pretty tolerable. Most of the practice's fillers contain lidocaine to numb the skin during injection. Additionally, topical and injectable numbing options are available to ensure a comfortable experience.
Why is it important to choose an experienced professional for filler?
It is crucial to go to an experienced and licensed professional for filler. They can tailor the filler to your unique needs and facial structure to achieve a balanced, natural look, ensuring people won't be able to tell you've had filler.