Aesthetic Medical Injections

There are several types of aesthetic medical injections available depending on the desired outcome. The most common types include:

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• * Botulinum toxin, or botulinum neurotoxin (Botox): This is an injectable form of botulinum toxin type A which is used to temporarily relax facial muscles and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. It can also provide a more youthful look by smoothing out lines and furrows.

• * Dermal Fillers: These are substances that are injected into the skin to add volume and fullness to areas that may have lost elasticity due to age or sun damage. Common fillers include hyaluronic acid (JUVÉDERM®), calcium hydroxylapatite, polylactic acid, and fat transfer.

• * Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP): PRP involves taking a sample of blood from the patient’s own body and separating out the platelets before re-injecting them back into the area being treated. This can help stimulate collagen production for smoother, younger-looking skin.

Aesthetic medical injections have several benefits including:

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• * Non-invasive: Unlike surgery, these treatments require no incisions or general anesthesia and can be completed in just a few minutes without any downtime required afterward.

• * Natural Results: The results achieved with aesthetic medical injections are natural-looking and subtle so they don’t appear overly “done” or artificial.

• * Cost Effective: Compared to surgical options, aesthetic medical injections are much more affordable yet still provide excellent results.

As with any medical procedure, there are some risks associated with aesthetic medical injections including:

• * Allergic Reaction: While rare, it is possible to have an allergic reaction to one or more of the ingredients used in the injection. Signs of an allergic reaction include swelling, itching, rash, hives, difficulty breathing, or dizziness.

• * Infection: Improperly sterilized needles may lead to infection at the injection site which can cause redness, pain, swelling, irritation.