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Non-Surgical Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty (Non_surgical) /

We are the only medical facility to offer a Non-Surgical blepharoplasty.  A surgical blepharoplasty removes excess skin from the upper eyelid when it is interfering and hanging over the eye. A non-surgical approach to a blepharoplasty is to use a small hand help device to perform “Fibroblast Skin Tightening”.  Glo Medspa is the ONLY place in all of Arizona to perform this procedure. The upper and lower eyelid can be corrected by performing a series of small burns with a plasma laser to tighten the skin.  Results are permanent, and there is very minimal downtime associated with this procedure.  There will be small marks on the eyelid that will flake off after 5-7 days. This treatment can also be used on any other past of the body to help tighten loose skin.  This is great for stretch marks, crepey skin on the face, sleep lines, neck, arms, knees, stomach.

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Lip Injections

Juvederm /

Lip injections are defiantly an art.  Before getting your lips done, always look for pictures of what you like.  By showing photos to the injector, this will help them get a better idea of what they need to do.  Before lip injections, it is good to know if you have a tendency to get cold sores.  If you are prone to getting cold sores, I would highly recommend starting on an antiviral such as Valtrex the day before and day of the procedure. Do you research as far as what type of product they like to use for lip injections.  I prefer to use Juvederm Ultra XC, because of its longevity.  Other fillers such as Restylane, Volbella, Vallure, Bellotero are a total waste of time and money.  The reason I say this is due to the fact that the molecules in these fillers are very small and break down quickly.  Many inexperienced injectors like these fillers because they are easily correctable when they make a mistake. Always research and look at their before & after photos of lip injections that they have done.  Believe it or not, some places do a very poor quality of lip injections and actually steal pictures from other medspas and take credit for the work.  I hope this blog helped inform you about the decision to get your lips filled.  We perform thousands of lip injections and create some of the best lips.

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PDO Facial Threading

PDO Facial Threading /

PDO facial threading has become a very popular procedure recently.  This procedure has actually been around for over 10 years, but has again gained traction in aesthetics.  Many years ago the “Threads” were made of a material that did not dissolve.  The new threads are now made of a material called Polydioxanone which dissolves over a period of time.  There are many different types of threads, which all depend on what area of the body you are working on. The results all depend on the providers experience and training.  Many providers try and use 3 or 4 threads to lift sagging skin.  When I perform a “thread lift” i generally do not like to limit myself on how many threads I use.  I always explain to people that the more threads I use, the better the weight is distributed and not relying on a few threads to hold everything up.  This is one of my favorite procedures because I get such great results.

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Sculptra Butt Lift

Sculptra /

Sculptra is a great product for building new collagen that has been lost over time.  Sculptra has been out since 1999 and has become a great alternative to fillers for facial injections. Sculptra will last for approximately 2 years when injected correctly with the proper amount of product.  In most instances, you will see an improvement immediately followed by a decrease in volume.  Results with Sculptra takes time, since the collagen needs to build up to see the results.  People may require 2-3 treatments with 1 treatment each month. Sculptra has recently shown great results when injected into the buttocks.  Candidates for the sculptra butt lift (aka Brazilian Butt Lift) are people who do not have enough fat to transfer.  The sculptra is injected into the proper areas to give a fullness and projection to make it appear larger and rounder.  The procedure is performed under a local anesthetic with no downtime.  I long cannula is placed under the skin which delivers the product to the desired area.  Possible side effects include swelling, bruising, pain at the injection site, tenderness.  The area needs to be massaged to help evenly distribute the product throughout the area.

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Bellafill

Injections, Uncategorized /

Bellafill is a great filler that will last for 10 years!!  For many people are tired of getting juvederm injections every year, here is a new option…Bellafill.  Bellafill is used in the same manner as a traditional dermal filler to help plump up areas and get rid of deep lines.  Bellafill is also great for filling in acne scars as well.  Bellafill is a collagen based product that also has small spheres to plump up and create new collagen. Belafill is great for areas such as the nasolabial lines (laugh lines), marionette lines, and cheeks.  Bellafill should never be used under the eyes or in the lips.  This filler will end up lasting longer than anything else on the market and save you money in the long run.  Over a period of 10 years, traditional juvederm fillers will cost you $2500-5000, whereas Bellafill will cost you around $1000.

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Botox

Uncategorized /

Botox is a great medication to use to prevent wrinkles from forming or to help reverse the signs of aging.  When I see a client for the first time for Botox, I generally like to start off on the more conservative end of treatment.  I always stress that you can add more, but you can never take it out.  Botox will typically last you 3-4 months.  When doing Botox for preventative actions, I suggest having injections every 6-12 months.  For women who want to turn back time, every 3-4 months is going to be a good amount of time.  If Botox is not lasting at least 3 months, the person injecting it may be using a small amount or have poor technique.  Sometimes Botox can be over diluted (watered down) which will require more units to effectively work and will end up costing you more money.

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nonsurgical “mini face lift” with PDO facial threading

PDO Facial Threading, Uncategorized /

There has been going popularity for nonsurgical procedures to help people look their best.  Noninvasive procedures offer little to no downtime, less complications and little risk of complications or infections. PDO facial threading uses small surgical sutures to help lift sagging jowls and give you a younger more youthful appearance.   The threads I typically like to use are a large barbed suture, that will give maximum results and last the longest.  Threads will generally last about 1 1/2 years to 2 years when the large threads are used. The PDO thread is placed under the skin through a small hole.  The entry point in numbed with a local anesthetic as well as under the skin.  Pain during the procedure is mostly felt while the numbing agent is being injected. Areas that PDO threads can be used on are the knees, elbows, face, breast lift, butt lift and more.  As like any other procedure, the results are only as good as the person performing the procedure.  I believe our results are some of the best possible results out there.

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Botched?

Botched /

So we all read articles and see things on TV about botched procedure in surgery and the cosmetic world.  In fact we are fascinated by other peoples mistakes that we created a reality show based solely on it.    In the area I deal with, which is all non-invasive injectables I have seen my far share of “botched” jobs.  I hate to say it but dermatologist rank the highest for the botched jobs I have had to correct.  Are they great at other things…sure, so lets let them practice what they are great at and keep them away from the face.  In the time I have been doing injections, I have seen everyone getting in on the game of fillers and botox.  In Scottsdale there is such a high demand to look and feel great, so everyone is trying to get in on the game. What you need to know is that if you can easily get in for a “same day appointment” they are most likely not who you should go to for advanced procedures.  I am typically booked out 2 weeks for fillers and all advanced injections, unless I get a last minute cancellation.  Remember that your face is hard to hide, and you get what you pay for.  I find it difficult to treat people who hop from one Groupon to the next, because I can never get an accurate sense of what injections have been done.  Establish yourself with someone you trust so that you can make changes to your treatment to achieve the best possible outcomes. Fillers like Juvederm and Restylane can easily be dissolved.  Radiesse can also be dissolved.  Botox…sorry, but it will have to wear off in 3-4 months.

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PDO Facial Threading

PDO Facial Threading, Uncategorized /

PDO (Polydioxanone) threads have been around for about 10 years.  Many people refer to the use of PDO facial threading as “mini face lift”.  The PDO threads are made of the same material that is used for surgical procedures such as open heart surgery.  These are specially made sutures that have small fine barbs on them to anchor them into place.  There are several different types of threads for different types of applications.  Some are smooth, barbed or twist depending on the results you are trying to achieve. In my practice I use a majority of barbed threads for lifting the facial tissue and giving people a more youthful appearance.  Results can vary widely depending on the skill level of the person performing the procedure and the amount of threads being placed.  I have found that the more threads that are used, the better the results will be. The procedure itself is not painful.  I typically like to inject the area with a small local anesthetic at the place of insertion.  under the skin is numbed to help with patient comfort.  The cannula are placed under the skin to place the thread.  The thread is placed in the proper position and the cannula is removed.  The thread then trimmed and slips under the skin and not visible.   The procedure takes about 45 – 60 minutes.

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Earlobe Filler (rejuvenation)

Injections, Juvederm, Uncategorized /

We all know about filling our lips and cheeks with “fillers”, but now there are more options to maintain that youthful look.  People are now learning that they can put filler, such as Juvederm, in their ear lobes to help plump them up.  By filling and plumping the ear lobes, they can support the weight of ear rings much better. Many times people focus on the face and forget about everything else that helps a woman to look young.  I always suggest to look at the hands, neck and chest…and ear lobes.  Looking as young as you feel is an ongoing process, and can get expensive.  Fortunately, things such as fillers in the hands and ear lobes tend to last anywhere from 1-2 or 3 years.

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