December 14th, 2011 — 10:25pm
Seattle Plastic Surgeon shows off a GREAT NON-SURGICAL RESULT – take a look at this.
Top photo before treatment. After photo is after agressive skin care and HA filler over a nine month period.
I saw this patient recently who I have been treating with aggressive skin care and HA fillers (eg Restylane, Juvederm, Perlane, Prevelle) over about 9 months. She has been very, very dedicated to her skin care program and I’ve been very, very dedicated to injecting her with filler where she needs it and, as mentioned in a previous blog, using enough to really filler ‘er up.
And take a look at these photos. Her skin quality is so much better and the shape of her jaw line and chin is so improved and her wrinkles —- what wrinkles?????
Fat transfer followed by a deep chemical peel could have achieved this result but no face lift, I repeat, no face lift could have achieved this sort of improvement.
Yes, she will need continued skin care and will need to come in every year or so for some more filler but remember, this is all with no down time and very, very little pain and suffering.
And just remember all of those things we do that also need maintenance – hair, nails, legs, bikini line (ouch), eyebrows, etc. Oh yeah, and how about getting your teeth cleaned every 6 months. No down time but talk about pain and suffering!
Thanks for reading! Dr. Lisa Lynn Sowder
Aging Issues, Dental issues, Face lift, facial fillers, fat injection, jawline, nasolabial folds, Non-invasive, Plastic surgery, Seattle plastic surgery, skin care
November 16th, 2010 — 10:36am
Last week I gave a talk to a dental study group on non-invasive procedures to improved the appearance of the mouth and lips. I spoke mostly about the various fillers I use to fill in wrinkles, bolster saggy areas and enhance lips. I also discussed the many, many non-invasive spa procedures that over-promise and under-deliver results.
During dinner I had a nice chat with some of the members about all of the various procedures and gizmos that are heavily marketed to plastic surgeons and the public. I was not surprised to hear that dentists are also heavily hit with marketing of the latest and greatest lasers for various indications.
I have seen many ads for “laser teeth whitening” over the years and asked my table mates if these devices worked. According to those who have used them, the lasers dehydrate the teeth and make them appear whiter for about two weeks. The benefit, like the Cheshire Cat fads away and there is no lasting benefit. And laser whitening makes the teeth more sensitive. The best way to whiten teeth, according to this group, is to use the trays with whitening gel. Also, the whitening strips sold along side toothpaste get a good review from dentists. Flossing is also important for an attractive smile. Even the brightest and whitest of teeth won’t hide nasty, boggy or recessed gums.
So forget about the big bucks for laser whitening. Buy (and use!) the white strips and remember to floss!
Dental issues, General Health, Ineffective, New technology, patient beware
Top photo before treatment. After photo is after agressive skin care and HA filler over a nine month period.
