There is a gel on the horizon which is botulinum toxin based and is presently part of a phase 2 trial. 90 % of patients showed a favorable result as compared to 28% in the placebo group. This study was done in 90 patients with the objective of correcting crows feet and the results lasted 4 months. A second study of 180 patients didn't produce the same results; only 40% responded favorably. However, this is still promising news. A phase 3 trial still needs to be completed and we still can't predict many details, such as costs. Make sure you read [...]

The answer to the question above is:  Yes, Yes and Yes. I have started offering a new way of injecting the fillers including Restylane, Juvederm and Radiesse which makes the procedure safer with less or no bruising and minimal to no pain. The acceptance by the patients has been phenomenal and I am most excited about the results. This type of procedure is applicable to all areas of the face including the tear trough, cheeks, nasolabial folds, the marionette lines, sides of the chin including chin augmentation. The lips, temples and eyelids are some of the other areas that can [...]