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Best Filler For Lip Injections?

Juvederm /

After using every filler on the market in search of the holly grail, I have narrowed it down to only a couple of fillers.  I have injected every type of lip, with every type of filler, and we are talking about THOUSANDS of lips.  If you ever spend enough time on Instagram you will see all types of fillers being used to perform lip injections.  I will list the worst and best for lip injections- Starting with the WORST…Restylane wins hands down.  Unfortunately this filler is a very thin filler and looks great for a couple weeks, then say goodbye to those lips and you money.  Restylane is a great filler for people who do not like to do lip injections, or they are not good at lip injections.  Restylane is very pliable and corrects easily after any mistakes.  I have so many complaints, and people upset that they were pushed to use Restylane in the lips.  Restylane is sold as a “Natural and Soft” lip filler.  Unfortunately these injectors are heavily influenced by sales reps who have never touched a syringe, but regurgitate what their company tells them to say.   The second worst filler for lips would be Volbella, Vollure, or Belotero.  Again, these are too thin of fillers and break down extremely quickly.  These fillers do not hold their shape and are just too soft to last in a very animated area of the face.  The sad thing is I see many plastic surgeons using these fillers for lips… most likely because they are not good at doing lip injections.  These fillers should be reserved for other areas of the face, which they work very well in. My favorite is good old Juvederm Ultra XC.  Many years ago the drug reps told me to use Juvederm Ultra Plus XC in lips because “It lasts longer” which was not true.  Why did the rep want me to inject Ultra Plus???  Because it cost more.  Unfortunately now both Ultra and Ultra Plus are the same cost to buy.  Juvederm Ultra lasts about 6-12 months.  This filler will have a stiffer fell for the first 3-4 weeks until it softens.  We have had patients lip filler last Juvederm last 2-3 years!!! A new filler on the market as of today is Restylane Kysse.  So far we have heard good things about this filler, but we have not injected enough to know its true potential.  This filler has a much smaller needle (which generally means it is not a thick filler) which makes it much less painful for patients getting their lips done. These views on fillers are strictly our own point view, and the findings are after thousands of lip injections performed.

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Med Spas To AVOID

Glo Medspa /

I have spoken to a lot of people about miserable experiences they have had with other medspas.  Here is what I have learned, and maybe this can help you find the right place. -Does the medspa or office offering services refuse to give out prices over the phone?  This is a red flag.  A reputable office should be transparent with pricing so that you can get an idea of what you will spend before going in. -Do you get stuck in a room with a “Sales Consultant”?  I would say to just walk out at that point, because they are trained to suck as much money out of you as possible.  Sales associates work on commission and don’t care about your financial situation.  They will be more than happy to set you up on Care Credit to get you financed for your services. -Is the office dirty, and the front desk personal rude?  As they always say, first impressions are everything. -Always make sure you know how long the person has been performing the treatments that you are going to get.  Typically a new person will not have the same amount of experience as someone that has been doing that procedure for over a year. -Groupon?  Sometimes Groupon is great, but when it comes to messing with your face spend the extra couple of dollars. -Bait and switch.  I really hate to say it, but there are places that will advertise cheap prices for Botox, then switch another product.  Always offer to come back if they are out of something you really want.  Make sure the product is where you can see it. -Avoid places where people always talk bad about other medical spas.  When people talk bad about other places, it shows they are threatened by competition.  A good medspa will keep their opinions to themselves and focus on you the client.

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Glo Medspa Rated Highest in Arizona

Glo Medspa /

Why is Glo medspa rated and reviewed as the top medspa in all of Arizona?  For many reasons, such as there is ZERO sales pressure.  We do not try and sell you stuff you do not need in order to make a few bucks.  Our injectors do NOT work on commission, like many other places do.  Why is this an important point?  When injectors work on commission they will want to place as much product into your face as possible (or as much as your bank account will allow).  If you do not have enough money, many places will want you to finance your cosmetic procedures. Glo Medspa always approaches cosmetic injections with a “Natural” appearance and no Duck Lips.  We will always fix and touch up small things at no cost, where most places will charge you for touch ups.  We offer a friendly environment and online scheduling.  All of our staff is trained and up to date on all the latest procedures and attend conferences.

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Why Trusculpt ID out performs Coolsculpting

Body Contouring /

Trusculpt ID is much newer technology than Coolsculpting.  We will list why Coolsculpting is outdated and why new technology beats old outdated technology. Trusculpt is a fast 15 minute treatment that is relatively painless.  There are 6 paddles that are placed on the skin and strapped into place.  Trusculpt uses radio frequency (RF) and heat to destroy fat cells.  You can destroy fat cells either by a thermal event such as freezing or heating, or chemically by injecting something such as Kybella.  Of course liposuction is the best, but not everyone wants liposuction or surgery.  Trusculpt provides results in about 8-12 weeks and has NO DOWNTIME.  There are no signs of treatment and you could literally go to the gym immediately after.  Trusculpt will NOT leave divots whereas Coolsculpting will.  There is also NO bruising involved, where Coolsculpting will. Coolsculpting takes about 45 minutes per area you are treating.  The area will be NUMB for about 4 weeks following the treatment.  Coolsculpting can also be used in limited areas, where Trusculpt can be used in many different areas.  The chances of bruising from Coolsculpting is very high and difficult to hide.  The area being treated with a Coolsculpting applicator must be massaged immediately after the applicator is removed.  The massaging part of the procedure is extremely painful due to the re-perfusion of blood into the area after freezing it. Both Trusculpt and Coolsculpting provide good results, but trusculpt provides a faster treatment.  Trusculpt can be used in tricky or hard to get to areas.  Cost is about the same on both.  Coolsculpting you will be numb for a month, and Trusculpt Zero downtime and no numbness.

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TruSculptID rates higher than Coolsculpting!!

Body Contouring /

TruSculptID is new technology that is gaining huge results in the noninvasive body contouring world.  Coolsculpting is slowly becoming outdated with all the new technology hitting the market.  TruSculpt used heat and radio frequency to permanently kill fat and tighten the skin at the same time, which is something Coolsculpting do not do. Unfortunatly Coolsculpting can cause nerve injury and damage, and will leave the area numb for a month or two.  Trusculpt has no downtime and no signs of treatment.  Coolsculpting can leave bruises, numbness, divots, and uneven areas on top of it being very painful after removing the applicator.  TruSculpt treatment in ONLY 15 minutes!!!  Coolsculpting is 30-45 min or even an hour.  Results for both are seen in the same amount of time. truSculpt iD offers a unique and personalized approach to improve upper arm contouring and definition. Unlike other devices, there is no placement limitation, it is easy to set up, and fast to treat. Provide your patients improved freedom to open their arms and wear sleeveless shirts with confidence. Unique approach to treat skin with laxity Sculpt challenging areas Synchronized treatment zones No downtime

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HydraFacial – clean, extract and hydrate the skin

Hydrafacial /

The Hydrafacial is an award-winning system that merges invigorating spa therapies with advanced medical technology to enhance skin health.  The HydraFacial uses patented Vortex-Fusion® technology to cleanse, extract and hydrate.  The HydraFacial helps uncover a new layer of skin with exfoliation and resurfacing.  Remove debris from pores with painless suction, while you nourish with intense moisturizers that hydrate the skin. The facial treatments can be customized to each persons needs and skin types.  HydraFacial Brightalive® Booster Serum is a super serum designed to brighten skin tone and lessen the appearance of discoloration for an instantly gratifying glow.   You can also add red or blue light therapy to the treatment for added benefits.  In cosmetics, LED light has several purported uses: Red light is for anti-aging and inflammation, blue light is for acne, and infrared light to tighten and firm the skin. … Red light stimulates collagen, and blue light kills an acne-causing bacteria called Propionibacterium acnes Another great therapy from the Hydrafacial machine is Lymphatic Enhancements.   Removes toxic buildup to reveal healthy looking skin, helps detoxify the skin, decreases inflammation, removes unwanted buildup, and optimizes skin health

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Benefits of a Facial

Uncategorized /

Facials can be very relaxing as well as great for your skin.  Many people do not understand how important a facial is when it comes to detoxifying and cleaning the skin. Even if you do not have blemishes, hyperpigmentation, severe acne, or any other problems a trained professional will help keep your skin healthy and free of skin issues. The best way to find out if your skin needs anything or how it is reacting to hormones, pollution, stress, and other elements is to have a professional examine the tone and texture of your skin. At 48-72 hours after a facial, the skin is hydrated and plump.  In 28-48 days, the long term benefits of a facial kick in when cells begin to regenerate.  Facials should be done every 4 weeks to help maintain the beauty of the skin.  Remember, skin is the largest organ and you need to take care of it.

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Voluma – Radiesse

Injections /

Voluma and Radiesse are two favorites for cheek fillers.  Both produce great results, but each one has it’s own pros and cons.  Voluma is a nice soft filler that comes in a 1ml syringe, whereas Radiesse is a 1.5ml syringe. Radiess has some characteristics that are called “biostimulators”.  A biostimulatory filler will cause the body to produce more collagen over time.  We have seen Radiesse last for over 2 years due to these biostimulatory traits, where Voluma will last about 12 months.  Depending on how Radiesse is placed, it mimics a injectable implant and can be firm.  Radiess can also have a soft feel when slightly hyperdiluted to help fill in large hallow areas.  Voluma is much softer and very natural feeling, which many people like.  Radiesse will tend to cause more swelling after injections than Voluma. Both are great fillers, but we recommend having your provider let you know what would be the best for you.

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Botox – Dysport

Botox /

Botox is great for helping to reduce the lines on the forehead, between the eye brows and around the eyes.  Botox works in the muscle by blocking the impulse going to the muscle which causes it to contract.  When there are strong muscles, it causes micro injuries into the epidermis of the skin which cause lines to form where the muscle squeezes together.  Botox or Dysport will not fill in deep lines or wrinkles, so we suggest a “filler” at the point.  Fillers are gel substances that help plump up sunken areas or deep lines. What is a good age to start Botox?  It is hard to say exactly what age is appropriate, but we typically recommend around the age of 30.  A lot of this has to do with the strength of the muscles, and not so much about the age of the person.  We have had 20 year old women with very strong muscles, and I have had 60 year old women with no lines and have never had Botox or Dysport before.  When you are younger, we typically recommend Botox every 6-9 months as more of a preventative measure. Is Botox Safe?  We uses thousands of units every month and have never experienced any severe side effects.  Possible side effects may include a slight headache, blurred vision and flu like symptoms.  These possible side effects only last 24-48 hours and resolve on their own.

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Trusculpt ID kills fat in 15 Minutes and only 1 treatment

Body Contouring /

TruSculpt ID is new technology for body contouring that blows away all others.  What makes TruSculpt ID better than Coolsculpting?? TruSculpt ID is ONLY 15 minutes.  TruSculpt leaves no signs of treatment and offers Zero downtime.  TruSculpt can be used in areas that have small amounts of fat.  TruSculpt leaves NO Divots or “Shark Bites” like Coolsculpting can.  TruSculpt ID will kill fat AND tighten the skin at the same time!!!  Coolsculpting does NOT tighten skin, so you would have to pay for different treatments to tighten the skin.  TruSculpt can be used in small tight areas.  Typically only 1 treatment is needed. Coolsculpting can leave the area numb with nerve irritation and possibly nerve damage.  Coolsculpting can also leave behind “divots” where it kills the fat, unlike TruSculpt ID.  After I had Coolsculpting I was in SEVERE PAIN while the area was warming back up.  Coolsculpting left me with huge bruising on my sides, TruSculpt leaves NO marks.  They both take the same amount of time to see results (12 weeks). Biggest difference is… Coolsculpting is OLD TECHNOLOGY (over 10 years), TruSculpt ID is NEW TECHNOLOGY.  Would you use a cell phone from 10 years ago, or something new?

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