dermal fillers Archives - Page 2 of 3

Mar 8 2018

Allergan Acquires Elastagen to Help Create More Juvederm Products

March 8, 2018 / By Jenny Yergensen

Allergan, the makers of Juvederm and Botox, have announced the acquisition of the Australian company, Elastagen, whose technology helps generate elastin in the skin. Elastin production in the skin can help minimize the appearance of scars, fine lines, stretch marks, wound repair, and is a key component in bright, youthful skin. Their “tropoelastin” is […]

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Dec 8 2017

Sculptra Vs. Other Dermal Fillers

December 8, 2017 / By Jenny Yergensen

First of all, what is Sculptra ? Sculptra is an injectable liquid used to add volume to areas of the face to create a soft, natural, more youthful re-contouring of the face. It stimulates your skin’s own natural collagen production to help restore inner structure and create volume that has been lost due to aging.

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Mar 6 2017

Fat and Facial Cosmetic Procedures Popular in 2016 According to ASPS Report

March 6, 2017 / By Jenny Yergensen

ASPS (American Society of Plastic Surgeons) recently released statistics on the most popular plastic surgery procedures in 2016 with fat and facial cosmetic procedures growing the most in popularity. According to their report, there were over 17.1 million surgical and non-surgical procedures performed in the US alone. Here are the top surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures

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Jan 16 2017

Non-Surgical Cosmetic Treatments: A Guide

January 16, 2017 / By Jenny Yergensen

New Year’s resolutions should not be about becoming someone different but continually improving upon who you are and finding greater fulfillment in life. Cosmetic treatments should not be used as a sole source of new-found self-esteem but as a way to look and feel refreshed and enhance your best features. When part of resolve to internally

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Dec 19 2016

FDA Approval Announced for New Restylane Products Refyne and Defyne

December 19, 2016 / By Jenny Yergensen

Galderma announced on December 12th, 2016 the FDA approval for Restylane Refyne and Restylane Deflyne dermal fillers. These two new Restylane family products have been approved for the treatment of nasolabial folds (NLF), otherwise known as “laugh lines” for patients over the age of 21. Restylane Defyne was approved for moderate to severe facial wrinkles and

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Jan 25 2016

Do Dermal Fillers Last Longer With Botox?

January 25, 2016 / By Jenny Yergensen

Do dermal fillers last longer with Botox? According to a recent study by Dr. Ismail Kucuker in Samsun, Turkey the answer is yes. Chemodenervation – temporarily paralyzing facial muscles – using Botox can increase the longevity of hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers. Botox Slows Fillers Degradation Botox is the number one cosmetic procedure in the US

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Nov 29 2015

Five Times You Should Not Get Botox

November 29, 2015 / By Jenny Yergensen

Botox is the number one cosmetic procedure as it works incredibly well to smooth wrinkles and prevent them for becoming further etched into ones skin. The procedure is quick & effective with little risk of adverse reaction when administered by an experienced licensed professional. Common areas for Botox are the forehead, crow’s feet and between the

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Oct 30 2015

“Designer Injectables & Skin Rejuvenation” Seminar Offered by Dr. Scott Thompson of Utah Facial Plastics

October 30, 2015 / By Jenny Yergensen

Press Release 10/230/15, Salt Lake City, Utah; Dr. Scott Thompson of Utah Facial Plastics is excited to offer an educational seminar on the latest designer injectables and discuss the benefits of Skin Rejuvenation. On November 5th, Dr. Scott Thompson, prominent facial plastic surgeon in Utah, will present a seminar on the various designer injectables available for non-surgical

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Aug 27 2015

Lip Rejuvenation with Juvederm Ultra XC

August 27, 2015 / By Jenny Yergensen

Many patients that come to our practice are looking more for lip rejuvenation than lip augmentation. Lip rejuvenation can not only enhance lip size but also focuses on the lines around the outer border of the lips (vermilion border) that can appear over time. By adding a small amount of dermal filler, such as Juvederm XC,

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Apr 7 2015

Utah Facial Plastics Welcomes New Nurse Injector, Alfie Symes, to the Current Team of Professionals

April 7, 2015 / By Jenny Yergensen

SLC, Utah; Dr. Scott Thompson of Utah Facial Plastics in SLC, Utah is excited to announce the addition of Alfie Symes, Registered Nurse & Injector, to his thriving facial plastic surgery practice. Alfie will provide dermal and injectable services at all three locations along the Wasatch front in Utah. Alfie Symes received her Bachelor of

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