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Non-Surgical Rejuvenation
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At Plastic
Surgery Associates of Northern Virginia, we offer procedures to
improve soft tissue problems in specific areas. These "non-surgical"
procedures enhance your appearance with minimal discomfort and inconvenience.
Simple, injectable materials, such as BOTOX, collagens, Juvederm,
ArteFill and Sculptra can improve your problem areas and enhance
your appearance.
BOTOX
treatment is used to reduce facial wrinkling and frown lines. BOTOX
is safe, reliable and easy to use. It is injected into the muscle
to weaken it so that the overlying skin becomes smoother, more supple
and less irregular. It often takes 3-10 days before the full effects
of a BOTOX injection are noticed. The result is a more relaxed and
rested appearance. BOTOX often lasts about 3 to 6 months and is
an excellent solution for problems with wrinkling in the forehead,
eyebrow areas, and even crow's feet around the eyes. There is antedotal
evidence that repeated BOTOX use can result in long-term improvement.
Juvederm-
FDA approved hyaluronic acid that is often used to enhance lips,
fill in “smokers lines” or get rid of wrinkles and frown
lines. There is no skin test required and treatments last about
9-12 months.
ArteFill-
FDA approved permanent non-resorbable wrinkle filler. Results improve
over the course of several months. Requires a skin test.
Sculptra
is FDA approved poly-L-lactic acid that restores and corrects the
signs of facial fat loss. Sculptra replaces the volume, is long
lasting and has been reported to last up to two years. No test is
required.
Radiesse-
Is the first FDA approved calcium hydroxlapatite injectable cohesive
implant used for soft tissue augmentation. It has been proven to
be safe, effective, long lasting (1-2 years), and does not require
a skin test because it is the same mineral component found in bones
and teeth.
Collagen-
Has been used to increase lip fullness and to treat minor facial
imperfections, creating a more youthful and healthy appearance.
Collagen injections are not permanent procedures, so you will need
to be re-treated every few months to maintain your look and fullness.
A skin test is required.
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