What is Botox Made of?

The drug Botox has been used medicinally for several decades. Despite this, many people don’t fully understand what it is or how it works. Worse, there is a lot of misinformation out there on Botox, and consumers often believe that Botox Cosmetic is dangerous or toxic. We want to set the record straight so that […]

Using Injectable Fillers to Add Volume to an Aging Face

Have you ever wondered how or why some people look younger than their actual age while others look older than they really are? Consider a couple of scenarios for a moment: the first is an athlete, a runner maybe, in her early 30’s with an extremely low body fat percentage and the second is an […]

How Can I Fix My Uneven Lips?

In aesthetics, we know that symmetry is often equated with beauty. But if you look at a face, even the most beautiful of celebrities have a slight degree of asymmetry.  Instead of having “perfect” symmetry, we seek to balance asymmetry for our patients. Many of us are just not lucky enough to have been blessed […]

Why Are Botox Prices Different?

This is a very good question. It’s also one that we get on a regular basis at our office. If you’ve ever wondered why Botox prices differ from place to place, we hope that after reading this page, you’ll have a better understanding of why they vary. Here are several factors that affect the price […]

What Is The Difference Between Restylane Juvederm Perlane

Restylane, Juvederm, and Perlane are names of cosmetic injectable fillers. These products are also known as hyaluronic acid fillers or HA for Hyaluronic Acid, which is a natural substance found in all of our bodies and is responsible for lubricating joints. These products are manufactured in a synthetic form for the use of facial cosmetic […]

Before My Restylane Treatment

Preparing for Restylane and Juvederm Injections As with all treatments that involve cosmetic injections, the most likely negative outcome from a Restylane or Juvederm injection (and any treatments involving cosmetic dermal fillers) is the development of bruising. This is not considered an “adverse reaction” – only a common negative side effect. Avoiding certain supplements or […]

What is Botox?

Botox and Dysport (neurotoxins) are the number one cosmetic procedure in the United States today with millions of injections performed yearly. Despite this, many patients like you remain confused or misinformed about what it is and what it does. We’ve put together this at-a-glance page to help you better understand this popular and effective treatment. […]

Techniques For Treating Vertical Mouth Lines

In previous blog articles, we’ve addressed how small amounts of Botox Cosmetic can dramatically improve if not completely resolve the fine lines that develop above the upper lip area – the smoker’s lines. In addition to Botox injections, use of cosmetic dermal fillers such as Juvederm or Restylane can augment the outer border of the […]

Do Cosmetic Injections Hurt?

It’s hard to imagine anything that involves a needle not hurting, but surprisingly, most patients tell us that having cosmetic injections really isn’t all that bad! However, we feel it’s important to discuss the fact that pain is very subjective and so some patients will be more sensitive to cosmetic injections than others. Everyone feels […]

Before and After Photos of Patients Treated with Lip Fillers

Are you thinking about plumping your lips, but are deathly afraid of looking like those silly, duck-lipped celebrities. We understand.  At Celibre Medical, we want you to be 100% confident and comfortable with your decision to have lip filler. This is why we’ve compiled a set of before and after photos of real-life patients who […]

Should I Have Dermal Fillers or Fat Injections?

Many patients considering dermal filler injections have asked us this question. We understand how tempting it can be to think of dermal filler and fat injections as accomplishing the same goals, but they are much different treatments and the comparison may not be “apples to apples”. Remember that before fat can be injected, it has […]

How Can Men Benefit from Dermal Fillers?

There’s a saying that men become more “distinguished” with age, but the truth is that a man’s face ages in much the same way as a woman’s does. Repeated muscle contractions from smiling, squinting, and raising eyebrows can cause deep lines and furrows. Facial volume decreases leading to dark under-eye circles and heavy laugh lines. […]

What Happens After the Restylane, Juvederm or Restylane Lyft Has Dissolved?

If you’re thinking about having dermal filler injections, then one of your concerns may be looking natural.  If you partner with a skilled and knowledgeable injector like those at our office, then you will have the chance to fully discuss the risks and benefits of dermal fillers. Because hyaluronic acid (HA) occurs naturally in our […]

Do I Need Restylane or Restylane Lyft?

Many patients have trouble keeping track of all the injection products on the market and the differences between them.  Restylane and Restylane Lyft are no exception.  These two fillers are distinct products that each have unique characteristics and features that make them ideal for different cosmetic concerns. Both dermal fillers are made of hyaluronic acid […]

Botox Myths

Will Botox paralyze my face? Botox is actually a muscle relaxant, so it does not paralyze facial muscles, it relaxes them. Botox injections work by blocking the connection between nerve endings in the muscles so as to relax the facial muscle and smooth the skin. Is Botox just like Botulism? There are 7 different types […]