There is a fundamental difference in the way different ethnicities age. African American represents a broad range of skin thicknesses, pigmentation, and bony structure. Most patients age with discrete changes within the deeper structures and are affected by volumetric changes within the face and neck by typically not effecting the skin. In Caucasian patients, many… Read More
Middle Eastern Facial Fillers
Middle Eastern patients are seeking facial rejuvenation in increased numbers. Historically, Middle Eastern individuals have had rhinoplasty and facial contouring as the most common procedures performed. Because of the levels of melanin within Middle Eastern skin, most Middle Eastern patients experience less wrinkles as they age. However, patients of Middle Eastern descent will still have… Read More
Asian Facial Fillers
Perhaps the biggest increase in facial plastic procedures has been amongst Asian patients. Asian patients have traditionally had rhinoplasty and facial contouring as the most common procedures performed. Facelifting was considered an unnecessary component to the Asian face because it aged differently than the Caucasian face. Due to the presence of melanin within the skin, most Asian patients age with less… Read More
Hydrelle
Hydrelle is a newer hyalrounic acid derivative facial filler which includes lidocaine (an anethesthetic) in its product. WHERE IS IT USED? Typically face SIDE EFECTS Allergic reaction, scar tissue, and granulomas in some isolated reports DR. SHAH’S TAKE ON THIS FILLER A newer facial filler, its safety record has not been established. As such, I would… Read More
Botulinum Toxin and Facial Filler Pre Instructions
Botulinum Toxin and Facial Filler Pre Instructions Please discontinue any blood thinners at least one week prior to your injection. For facial fillers, especially lip augmentation, please bring an antihistamine to your visit. Examples of antihistamine include Benadryl or Claritin. Bendaryl is the most effective antihistamine but may cause drowsiness while Claritin causes less drowsiness…. Read More
Pinch Worthy Cheeks
You’re so cute! I just want to pinch your cheeks!” Children hear this common exclaim directed at them by mothers, friends, and the dreaded distant relatives. But for many of us, it has been many, many years since we’ve heard these words directed at ourselves. The plump and rosy cheeks are tell tale sign of… Read More
Designing Your Lips
Lip enhancement is a common area where patients seek the use of facial fillers. The first thing most patients say out of there mouths is “I don’t want to look like I have…” You can insert your favorite word which includes sausage lips, duck lips, fake lips, and then insert any number of Hollywood actresses with… Read More