Implants, also called injectable fillers, are becoming a common means of erasing wrinkles and folds. The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery notes that 5 million procedures using injectables were performed in 2008. Several materials are being used for deep wrinkles, depressions under the eyes, lip enhancements, and acne scars.
After being banned from the market in 1992, silicone is making a comeback in research settings as a potential permanent wrinkle eraser....
Read moreAs we age, there is a loss of support to the skin in the cheek area. This is due to loss of fat, collagen and elastin. Additionally,... Read more »
In October of 2010, Botox (onabotulinumtoxinA) was approved by the FDA for the treatment of chronic Migraine. This prompted many... Read more »
Chronic Migraine can be a severely debilitating disease. The impact on the lives of Migraineurs can be devastating. The burden of Chronic... Read more »
Recent reports show that, despite the economic recession, there has been a surge of men and women seeking Botox and other non-invasive... Read more »
The face is an actor's instrument. The subtle movements can speak volumes to theatre goers. When an actor takes BOTOX ® too far, the... Read more »
Regulators from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) say that ads for the acne drug Aczone "grossly overstates" the drug's effectiveness. The... Read more »
A new type of Botox drug called Reloxin appears safe and effective in reducing forehead wrinkles, a new study finds. Read more »
Researchers say that injecting Botox into the lining of the bladder itself can reduce symptoms of incontinence for up to six months. A small study... Read more »
Botox users are sometimes concerned the injections may make it harder for them to show emotions. But according to a new study, people injected with... Read more »