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TDD Investigates the Risky Business of Self-Injection of Unapproved Fillers

The Dermatology Digest

Leading dermatologists and facial plastic surgeons are sounding the alarm about a perilous social media trend: self-injections with unapproved soft tissue fillers. Growing numbers of consumers are purchasing unapproved soft tissue fillers online and injecting their own lips, cheeks, and under-eye hollows. See photo below.) What to do?

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SKIN BOOSTERS & ACNE SCARRING

Dr. Maryam Zamani

This is a treatment done in clinic to improve skin quality by using multiple small injections to the. The post SKIN BOOSTERS & ACNE SCARRING appeared first on Dr. Maryam Zamani.

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Divots, Depressed Scars, & Other Concavities

Skin Tour

I’d be curious to know if your dermatologist just injected the saline or also did some gentle subcision under the divot? To do the subcision, the area would need to be numbed with a lidocaine injection first. Scars will often need multiple modalities to treat them like lasers, subcision and radiofrequency.

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Understanding the Distinction: PRF vs. PRP in Facial Injectable Industry

AAFE - American Academy of Facial Esthetics

In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the dissimilarities between PRF and PRP and explore their respective benefits within the facial injectable industry. Versatility: PRP can be combined with other facial injectables such as hyaluronic acid fillers to augment their effects and prolong their duration.

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Understanding Cystic Acne: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment

Kim Gallo Esthetics

It's essential to recognize the symptoms early to start appropriate treatment and minimize the risk of scarring. Corticosteroid Injections: Injectable corticosteroids can reduce inflammation and speed up the healing process for large cysts. They might feel like hard knots and can be tender to the touch.

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Procedures That Can Tighten The Neck– And Renee’s Experience With Them

Renee Rouleau

By injecting botox into the edges of the platysmal vertical neck bands every three to four months, the muscles will begin to soften and become less visible. This form of microneedling is also a common professional treatment for acne scars— but is it worth it ? As for laser treatments, it’s important to tread carefully.

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Understanding Breast Lift Scars: What to Expect

West Lake Dermatology

However, one common concern that often arises is whether the procedure will leave noticeable scars. Scarring is a valid concern, as nobody wants to exchange sagging breasts for unsightly marks. Does Breast Lift Surgery Cause Scarring? Does Breast Lift Surgery Cause Scarring? Where Can Scars Develop?