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otox injections for the reduction of facial wrinkles: Botox is a neurotoxin that blocks acetylcholine from attaching onto muscle cell membrane receptor, which then prevents the muscle cell from contracting. Aesthetically Botox decrease wrinkles by the atrophy of the underlying muscle. Botox is also indicated for the treatment of migraine headaches, cervical dystonia.
Facial Fillers: Juvaderm: an injectible dermal filler that consists of hyaluronic acid (HA), a natural substance found in the skin that delivers nutrients, helps the skin retain moisture and softness, and adds volume. Radiesse is an dermal injectable filler based on gel encased calcium microspheres that stimulate new collagen production, which in turn adds volume, decreases wrinkles, and gives an immediate lifting, firming effect at the time of injection.