Posts by Robert S. Bader, M.D., Dermatologist
SCULPTRA: REVOLUTIONARY OR OVERRATED?
Sculptra is not a new product, although it was only approved for HIV lipoatrophy (hollows in the cheeks in HIV-infected persons) until recently. In the past year, its use has been much more widespread and it has received much press. In short, this product is unique in that it does stimulate collagen formation that can be…
Read MoreWILL I GET A SCAR AFTER MOHS’ MICROGRAPHIC SURGERY?
One always gets a scar after any surgery. Mohs’ Surgery is a method of tumor removal. In most cases, one will receive plastic surgery to repair the defect after the tumor is removed. Therefore, it is essential to choose a surgeon who will repair the defect carefully, as this will have a significant impact on…
Read MoreDOES DYSPORT LAST LONGER THAN BOTOX?
The simple answer is they last the same if a bioequivalent number of units are given . That being said, there are variables that would make one last longer or shorter, or would have them give a different effect. Such variables include: •the dilution used (how many cc per vial) for each product•how many units…
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