BOTOX®

You've probably heard a lot about BOTOX® Cosmetic. It's been in the news, in fashion, health and beauty magazines, and on TV. Your friends may even be talking about how it works.

Could this be what you've been looking for—a procedure that can temporarily smooth those moderate to severe frown lines between your brows with no surgery and no recovery time? An improvement can be seen within days, lasting for up to 4 months. Results may vary. BOTOX® is used to smooth wrinkles on the forehead, glabella, around the eyes and the lips.

Almost 3.3 million procedures were performed in 2005 alone—a 16% increase over 2004. Not just models and movie stars, but people from all types of professions have tried it.

In fact, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) ranked BOTOX® Cosmetic as the most popular physician-administered aesthetic procedure in the United States for the fourth year in a row (surgical and non-surgical combined). Dr. Eivins is the only Gold level BOTOX® provider in Northwest Colorado. Her gentle touch and expertise keep her patients very happy.

BOTOX® can not be administer to anyone who is pregnant, nursing, allergic to eggs or has a neuromusular disease like MS, Parkinson's or myasthenia gravis. If you are on certain antibiotics or medicines to treat heart arrhythmias, discuss with your doctor.

Restylane®

Restylane® is designed to smooth wrinkles, sculpt lips and shape facial contours. It is a clear, synthetic gel made with hyaluronic acid, a natural substance that is found throughout your body. It carries little risk of allergic reaction. The most common areas for treatment are the glabellar lines (between the eyebrows) and the nasolabial folds (from the root of the nose to the angle of your mouth). With its unique ability to bind with water, Restylane remains in your skin for many months.

JUVÉDERM® Injectable Gel

As we age, our skin changes. Over time, the natural volume of youthful skin begins to diminish as wrinkles and folds form. But, with JUVÉDERM® injectable gel, you don't have to just sit back and let it happen! Recently approved by the FDA, JUVÉDERM® injectable gel is a "next-generation" dermal filler. The smooth consistency gel helps to instantly restore your skin's volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds, like your "smile lines" or "parentheses" (nasolabial folds—the creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth).

JUVÉDERM® is a smooth consistency gel made of hyaluronic acid—a naturally occurring substance in your skin that helps to add volume and hydration. Your healthcare professional eases JUVÉDERM® injectable gel under the skin to provide a smooth, natural look and feel—so everyone will notice (but no one will know)! In fact, studies show superior results of JUVÉDERM® compared to a collagen-based dermal filler.* And, almost 90% of all study volunteers who were treated with both JUVÉDERM®injectable gel and another dermal filler* preferred JUVÉDERM® ! Dr. Eivins was chosen by Allergen as a principle investigator in this trial. In addition, JUVÉDERM® injectable gel is the first FDA-approved hyaluronic acid dermal filler that is proven to be safe and effective for persons of color.

JUVÉDERM® is a registered trademark of Allergan, Inc.

Radiesse®

Radiesse® is a synthetic injectable filler that reduces wrinkles, creases and scars by augmenting the body's natural collagen supply. Composed of microspheres in a biocompatible gel, Radiesse is made from the same minerals found in our bones, so it carries little risk of allergic reaction. Radiesse can be used on many areas of the body, including nasolabial folds, perioral lines, depressed scars and oral commissures.

Treatments typically take 30 minutes and require only local anesthetic. Although a dental block may be recommended. Side effects such as swelling or bruising are minimal and should fade within a few days. Results are visible immediately after the injection and can last for months or years, although the procedure can be repeated as often as you wish.

Perlane®

Perlane® is an injectable filler used to treat deep facial lines, augment the lips and contour the cheeks and chin. Made by Q-Med, the Swedish company that produces Restylane®, Perlane® contains purified hyaluronic acid, a sugar found naturally in the body that works with collagen to keep the skin smooth and supple. It is hypoallergenic and so does not require a pre-treatment skin test. With its unique ability to bind with water, Perlane® continues to perform up to 60% longer than collagen.

Thermage®

Thermage® is an advanced procedure which tightens the skin using a unique form of radiofrequency energy. With Thermage®, we can tighten loose or sagging skin, producing a "lift" without an incision or recovery time.

With the gentle touch of the device tip, the surface of the skin is cooled while the deeper tissue is altered by radiofrequency heating. This not only tightens deeper skin tissue, but also results in new collagen production, which occurs over a period of time.

While not a substitute for a surgical facelift, Thermage® can be beneficial for patients with a moderate amount of loose skin. Thermage® is FDA approved for sagging eyelids, faces on the body.

Obagi Blue Peel

The Obagi Blue Peel is a mild chemical peel used in combination with the Obagi Nu-Derm Restoration System for clear, smooth, healthy skin. The damaged surface layer of skin is removed, and soon the body replenishes it with a fresh layer that is smoother, well-toned and more even in color, and has smaller pores. The Blue Peel offers benefits over other peel methods because it allows the physician to control many aspects of the process, including the depth of penetration, so treatments can be tailored to the individual patient. On average two to three peels are required to achieve full skin health.

Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy is the "gold standard" treatment for varicose and spider veins. A special sclerosing agent is injected into the diseased vein, which then collapses and is gradually absorbed by the body. By the end of the treatment program, the veins are less visible on the skin surface. Sclerotherapy often needs to be repeated every 6 weeks until optimal outcome has been achieved.