Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Botox and Dermal Fillers FAQ:

BOTOX Cosmetic is a non-surgical treatment for moderate to severe frown lines between the brows, forehead and crows feet. BOTOX Cosmetic works by reducing the contractions of the muscles that cause those persistent frown lines that have developed over time.

Price $11.25 a unit…an area typically takes 20 units. Usually $225 an area.

JUVEDERM Is a smooth consistency gel made of hyaluronic acid—a naturally occurring substance in your skin that helps to add volume and hydration. It is injected by easing the gel under the skin to instantly restore your skin's volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds, like your “smile lines” or “parentheses” (nasolabial folds—the creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth) GREAT IF YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT FULLNESS.

Price $525 in a pre-filled syringe

COSMOPLAST is used in the treatment of deeper lines and furrows and lip augmentation or "plumping". Cosmoplast injections has the numbing product Lidocaine in it already so it decreases discomfort. Treatment results are immediate and typically last three months or more.

Price $525 for a 1.00 cc prefilled syringe

RADIESSE dermal filler for total facial contouring that immediately provide facial volume for a soft, natural look. The transformation is noticeable right away. Requires only one treatment for optimal results for most patients (a touchup may be required). Can be used to augment large areas, like cheeks or the chin but not used for the lips. Results last up to a year or more for many patients, but are not permanent.

Price $700 for a prefilled 1.3 cc syringe

Aiello Medical Spa is located within Ocean Plastic Surgery Center. To make an appointment please call 562-594-5996

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