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• Medical Community - June 25th 2019
• General Public

Comparing Top Dermal Filler Brands Dermal filler brands differ according to their composition. Each dermal filler has a particular area that it is used to treat. While some work well on the lower areas of the face, others work best on the upper areas of the face. Different dermal fillers also last for different periods of time. They can last between 3 months to 12 months or more. Current Dermal Filler Technology Great improvements have been made in dermal filler technology. Patients have requested dermal fillers that create more natural looking results that last for longer amounts of time. Technologies such as Vycross by Juvederm, NASHA by Restylane, S.M.A.R.T. by Princess, and Cohesive Polydensified Matrix by Belotero are just a few of the revolutionary processes that help patients maintain their youthful glow. Hyaluronic Acid (HA) 101 All about HA HA helps to boost the skin’s moisture. HA serums moisturize and hydrate the skin. They also contain anti-aging ingredients tha [Read more]

• Medical Community - June 25th 2019
• General Public

How does Botox help with migraines? Though Botox may be a household name due to its ability to diminish the appearance of wrinkles when used cosmetically, it is also a powerful treatment for a number of medical issues. Botox, which is also known as OnaboutlinumtoxinA, is made of the neurotoxin botulinum toxin type A, and has been used for decades in many medical treatments including for the treatment of cervical dystonia, overactive bladder, crossed eyes, and hyperhidrosis. Botulinum toxin type A causes temporary muscle paralysis by blocking the signals between the nerves of the injected muscle and the brain. But how exactly does Botox work to help treat migraines? When it comes to treating chronic migraines, doctors believe that the neurotransmitters blocked by the injections are those that signal pain, allowing patients to live pain-free after receiving Botox injections. What you should know before treatment Botox injections are not suitable for all migraines and r [Read more]

• Medical Community Member - June 14th 2019
• Knee Treatments
• Orthopedics
• Orthovisc
• Synvisc

Viscosupplements Viscosupplementation involves supplementing the diminished amount of hyaluronic acid in the diseased joint's degraded synovial fluid with a hyaluronic acid product that possesses the rheological properties of healthy synovial fluid. These medications are normally offered as second-line therapies, which are treatments that are used after the patient has not adequately responded to primary treatments such as pain medication and physical therapy. Viscosupplement preparations differ significantly in their molecular weight, concentration, rheological properties, manufacturing processes, and residence times in the joint. The effects that viscosupplements confer are delayed but long-lasting. While it can sometimes take weeks or even several months for the full results of viscosupplements like Orthovisc and Synvisc to materialize, these medications can provide up to six months of improvement, including reduced pain and a greater range of motion. As a pharmaceutical cl [Read more]

• Medical Community - June 14th 2019
• Botox
• Botulinum Toxins
• Crows Feet
• Frown Lines
• Skin

What is Botox and Botox Cosmetic? Botox has become a household name due to its extensive safety record, history of efficacy, and widespread use. Despite popular belief, “Botox” is not a generic name for botulinum toxin; rather, Botox is the name of the specific industry-leading product produced by Allergan. Botox Cosmetic is the preparation that is used for cosmetic purposes, whereas the product that is simply called Botox is used for treating neuromuscular disorders. Botox Cosmetic is available in 50-unit and 100-unit sterile vials of Clostridium botulinum toxin type A; this toxin comes in a vacuum-dried form without a preservative. One Allergan Unit corresponds to the calculated median lethal dose (LD50) in mice. As a neurotoxin, Botox Cosmetic is an excellent product for the treatment of facial lines and wrinkles, as it relaxes the subcutaneous muscles. Treatments take just a few minutes and it is a great way to incentivize new clients. Where to buy [Read more]

• Medical Community Member - June 12th 2019
• Cosmetic Treatments
• Dermal Fillers
• Face
• Juvederm
• Radiesse

How do dermal fillers treat marionette lines? As the body ages, it slows production of elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid, which are essential to keeping the skin firm, elastic, and plump. As these substances degrade, the skin becomes weaker and begins to loosen and sag, causing lines and wrinkles to form.  Dermal fillers treat marionette lines by volumizing the skin, and some formulations boost essential proteins. The added volume from the implanted dermal filler gel lifts the skin, smooths lines and wrinkles, and adds a youthful plumpness to the skin that is often lost due to the process of aging and other harmful environmental factors. How long do results last?  Aside from the difference in ingredients, the biggest difference between Juvederm and Radiesse is the longevity of the effects of treatment. Juvederm offers longer lasting results than many other hyaluronic acid-based fillers currently available on the market. On average, the result [Read more]

• Medical Community Member - May 27th 2019
• General Public

Dermal filler injections are becoming an increasingly popular form of cosmetic treatment that helps patients feel more confident. Dermal fillers typically use hyaluronic acid, a substance that occurs naturally in the skin, to increase volume in the face; this sort of procedure is often done due to the process of aging. By adding subtle volume to the skin, dermal filler injections help smooth lines and wrinkles and give an overall plumpness to the area. Injections are safe and offer quick results that last for months. Traditionally, sharp tip needles have been the favored tool for injecting dermal fillers; however, cannulas, which have a blunt tip, are now a popular alternative when it comes to injections. While both the sharp tip needle and the blunt tip cannula are suitable tools for injection procedures, they each have their pros and cons when it comes to dermal fillers. This article will explain the differences between each tool and compare their respective benefits. Cannula vs. [Read more]

• Medical Community Member - May 10th 2019
• General Public

This article will compare and contrast two brands of a type of medication for osteoarthritis: Hyalgan, which is manufactured by Fidia Farmaceutici, and Synvisc, a product of Genzyme. What are Hyalgan and Synvisc, and how do they work? Hyalgan and Synvisc are hyaluronic acid-based orthopedic treatments that are meant for the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee. These medications belong to a treatment class called viscosupplements, which act to boost or replace the synovial fluid of the knee with a gel-like fluid of a similar composition. They are administrated via intraarticular injections. Viscosupplements, like Hyalgan and Synvisc, are considered second-line therapies insomuch that they can be recommended for patients who have not to responded sufficiently to the traditional first-line therapies for osteoarthritis, such as physical therapy and pain-relieving medications. As a local therapy, viscosupplements lack many of the side effects associated with standard oral medications, [Read more]

• Medical Community Member - May 10th 2019
• General Public

The cosmetic injectable industry is enjoying massive growth in recent times due to increasing demand for minimally invasive aesthetic procedures like botulinum toxin and soft tissue augmentation treatments. Along with this growth is the frequent addition of new dermal fillers to the market, spurred by constant innovation and improvements in formulation. While this increase in therapeutic options may be a positive for consumers, an unfortunate effect of this is the substantial influx of information (and misinformation) about dermal filler treatments that can potentially mislead patients to make the wrong decision. There are plenty of choices when it comes to dermal fillers, each with their own benefits and downsides. This article hopes to shed some light on 2 very popular dermal filler treatments, Restylane vs Radiesse, and see how they fare in comparison to each other. What’s the difference between Radiesse and Restylane? Due to the sheer number of fillers currently available, [Read more]