The Unexpected Change: What Happens When Botox Fades After 2 Weeks?
Botox is an injectable that usually provides results that last between three and four months on average. However, based on several factors, it can last for a shorter or longer period of time. So, what happens if you see your Botox results wear off much too quickly? There are a few possibilities as to why […]
Can A Phlebotomist Give Botox Injections?
While many would consider Botox injections to be a minor medical treatment or cosmetic procedure, several stringent requirements need to be met by an individual to qualify to administer Botox Bellevue injections. Even licensed medical professionals need to have training in giving these injections. Does a phlebotomist receive this training? Can they provide Botox injections? […]
Are Dermal Fillers Safe With Auto-Immune Disease?
Dermal fillers are a non-invasive cosmetic treatment that can create stunning facial symmetry in many areas. They can be used on the lips, cheeks, chin, and forehead. They can reverse signs of aging, revitalize the face, and restore skin texture. However, many patients struggle with auto-immune disorders and still wish to use this cosmetic treatment. […]
How To Reduce Masseter Muscle Without Botox?
The masseter muscle is one of the largest muscles in the face. There are two masseters on each side of the face and they serve the important role of aiding jaw movement including chewing. It is surprisingly strong and active. The masseter also frequently grows and reduces in size based on how much movement occurs. […]
What Happens If Botox Is Injected Into A Vein and Retreatment
Patients who regularly undergo filler injections will know that one of the most concerning complications with filler injections is occlusion. This is when filler is accidentally placed inside a vein or blood vessel. Thankfully, hyaluronic acid fillers can be dissolved to prevent any major issues. Most patients bounce back without aesthetic or medical issues. However, […]
Can A Tummy Tuck Reverse Diabetes?
A tummy tuck is generally considered to be a cosmetic procedure. However, many have noted possible and frequently seen medical benefits of undergoing a tummy tuck. It can help improve posture, urinary incontinence, hernias, and alleviate some forms of chronic pain. In some cases, it can help patients at risk of certain major conditions like […]
How Long After A Tummy Tuck Can You Get A Tattoo?
A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is a procedure that many people elect to undergo after a major physical change to their body has left them with excess, sagging, or protruding skin around the abdomen. Unfortunately, the scars left behind can be an unwelcome visible mark on the new body you hoped to see post-operation. While many […]
Does A Brow Lift Cause Headaches?
A brow lift is a rejuvenating procedure that allows patients to regain the structure of their eyebrows. While a brow lift has many outstanding aesthetic benefits, some patients worry that the procedure could cause headaches. While the first initial days after surgery may come with some discomfort and headaches, this should fade. The headaches are […]
How to Increase Breast Sensitivity: Safe and Effective Strategies
How to Increase Breast Sensitivity After any breast surgery, it is normal to feel numbness or a loss of sensation. This is normal in the surgical area after any type of surgery. Of course, breast sensation is often a concern for patients who want to maintain breast sensitivity. In nearly all cases, patients will see […]
Healing and Progress: Observations at 7 Weeks Post Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck Bellevue—especially when compared to other cosmetic surgeries—can come with an intense recovery period. Thankfully, after three to four weeks, patients begin to return to most of their normal activities. However, they will still need to wear their compression garments and refrain from any strenuous activity. Usually, by eight weeks, patients can return […]