Recently, we had world renowned Brazilian trainer Rafa Veloso come in to our office in Chicago. Rafa is a personal trainer who has created one of the most intense workout routines proven to show results. Rafa has trained with models such as Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrósio, Maria Izabel, Goulart Dourado, and Gisele Caroline Bündchen. Talk… Read More
African American Facial Filler
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
Hispanic Facial Fillers
While much of the marketing and lay press has focused on Caucasian patients, 20% of all cosmetic procedures performed in the United States are on “non-white” patients. There are fundamental differences in the aging process amongst different ethnicities. A “cookie-cutter” approach to plastic surgery and injectables often leads to unremarkable results. Lighter skin tends to… Read More
Facial Fillers for Men
Much of the lay press on dermal fillers, such as restyalne and juvederm, has been devoted to female patients. However, men represent one of the largest market sectors seeking improvements for many reasons. Some just want to look younger, get a competitive advantage in the work place. The advantage of dermal fillers in men is… Read More
Collagen
Collagen is the material found in skin which decreases as we age. Collagen fillers, such as Evolence, are injected into tiny creases and lines with the intent of creating a more youtful appearance. SCIENCECollagen is made up of purified bovine collagen, essentially created from cows. Therefore, it requires allergy testing as some patients cannot tolerate… Read More
Caucasian Facial Fillers
When Caucasian patients are seeking filler for volume loss along the face it is important for patients to realize that volume loss is not confined to one portion of the face, but encompasses the entire face. This global approach allows for a more natural balance. In patients of Caucasian background, the choice of filler is… 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
Indian Facial Fillers
More and more Indian patients are seeking facial rejuvenation. Indian patients have traditionally had rhinoplasty and facial contouring as the most common procedures performed. Due to the presence of melanin within the skin, most Indian patients age with less wrinkles. However, Indians will still have loss of facial volume that can make the face look aged. In… 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