Is it necessary to wear compression hose after a Veinwave treatment?
Is is never necessary to wear any compression garments.
- Dr. Wright
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How long until Veinwave patients can resume normal activity?
Because the Veinwave is not using photocoagulation (such as laser/light-based energy), the patient may immediately return to normal activity, including normal sun exposure. While you can apply makeup over the treated area, it is recommended that you do so lightly to enable the skin to breathe and [...]
Will I need to see the doctor every month for Latisse? Can I get Latisse prescriptions for six months or a year? How often are check-ups needed?
Monthly check-ups are not needed. I think it is reasonable to check a patient back the following month after initiating Latisse to check on any side effects and to [...]
How long should I wait to eat after Restylane lip injections? Could eating certain things affect my results?
There is no predetermined amount of time that you need to wait after lip injections. As long as you are not putting any pressure on the lips, you can eat right away. If you want to be more [...]
I’ve been using Latisse for three days, and the skin around my eyes gets very itchy after I apply it. Is this normal, or could I be having an allergic reaction?
Yes, Latisse can do that as well as other products. If it continues, then you might not be able to use it for the itchiness [...]
Does Latisse interfere with eye cream? Should I apply it before or after eye cream?
Here is what I tell my patients to do at night. After washing and drying your face, apply your eye product, but not all the way down to the lash line. Then apply the Latisse. Wait a minute for it to [...]
Can Botox be used to treat excessive sweating? Does Botox stop this?
Botox is very effective in treating excessive sweating. Botox is FDA approved for this treatment.
- Dr. Wright
Can Dysport be used in neurological applications? Or is Botox still the only product approved for use in neurological practices?
Dysport has similar applications as Botox, as does Xeomin. Dysport is FDA approved for cervical dystonia and for aesthetic use on frown lines.
- Dr. Wright
How can I avoid an overfilled look with Restylane? I want to have fuller lips but I don’t want that ‘duck bill’ look of overfilled lips. What is the best way to keep my results natural?
The most important thing is choosing the right provider. There is nothing that replaces experience and aesthetic judgment. Secondly, it [...]
How would I find out if an injectable filler has gluten in it? I have celiac disease and want to make sure the product is safe for me.
No. I have spoken to several representatives from different companies (Radiesse, Restylane, Juvederm) to verify that these do not contain gluten.
- Dr. Wright
I heard that I need to tell the specialist if I get cold sores before getting dermal filler injections in my lips. Why is this?
Any kind of trauma to the area where a cold sore has been present in the past can cause a current outbreak. If you have a history, there is a possibility [...]
Is it normal to feel some numbness in my lips after lip augmentation with Radiesse? Its been three days and I still feel a bit numb.
It is possible to feel some numbness in the lips after lip augmentation with dermal fillers. I personally do not like Radiesse as a lip filler because of its potential [...]
I had a dermal filler by a dermatologist (Restylane) and was very unhappy with the results. I saw no results and looked the same 3 weeks later as I did before the procedure. Maybe the doctor was not experienced, not sure. Please advise me on my options.
You present an excellent question and the answer can [...]
Are facial veins the same as spider veins? Or are they called broken capillaries? Does sclerotherapy work on facial veins?
Many names are used to described noticeable veins seen on the face. Spider veins and broken capillaries are some examples. The true name for these is Telangiectasia. Telangiectaisa may occur from too much sun over the [...]
Could Radiesse move from one area to another after being injected?
Although it is possible for all fillers to migrate, it would be very unusual for a thick stimulatory filler like Radiesse to migrate.
