Filler injectors should respect lip anatomy and symmetry. They should aim to gently augment certain anatomic features, such as the pillows of the lip (lip tubercles), which bring out the ideal lip shape. The provider should honor the patient’s expectation of an accentuated vermillion border. However, this should be performed gently to prevent unnatural results …Read More
Dermatologists typically offer a variety of cosmetic options. In many cases, no single treatment will properly address a patient’s concerns. Instead, a combination of approaches may be needed to achieve desirable results. Combined approaches to aesthetic treatments are actually more common than most patients realize. Below are some examples. Botox and Hyaluronic Acid Treatments Combining …Read More
Do you know which filler is indicated for your deep lines and/or volume restoration on the cheeks and areas around the mouth? Dr. Kroumpouzos will review the indications, and pros and cons of two popular fillers, Radiesse® and Juvéderm Voluma®, at the upcoming World Meeting of the International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology in Panama City. Radiesse® (calcium hydroxylapatite) …Read More
Are you bothered by “double chin”? Submental fullness, also referred to as “double chin”, does not improve no matter how much you diet or exercise. Submental fullness has been traditionally treated surgically with neck lift or liposuction. Kybella™, a fat-dissolving drug recently approved by the FDA, represents a non-invasive, effective treatment for “double chin” providing …Read More
Welcome to my blog! Within this regularly updated feature of my website, I will provide visitors with practice news and specials, as well as information regarding the most recent technological advances and new treatments in Dermatology. I believe that patient education and open communication with your doctor are the keys to achieving healthy, fully functional …Read More
