Botox
What Is Botox?
Botox is the only FDA-approved treatment to temporarily improve the appearance of both moderate to severe frown lines between the brows and crow’s feet.
How Does Botox Work?
Botox works by temporarily blocking nerve signals which direct facial muscles to contract during facial expressions. When muscles are prevented from contracting, the lines and folds in the skin’s surface are smoothed, and additional expression lines are prevented from forming.
Which Areas Can Be Treated?
The most commonly treated areas include: glabella (the area between the brows), forehead, and crow’s feet, nose (bunny lines), and the neck.
When Will I Notice The Results?
Within days it is possible to observe results from Botox, including a marked improvement in the moderate-to-severe frown lines between your brows. Lines continue to improve for up to 30 days, and results can last for up to 4-6 months.
Who Can Benefit From Botox?
Botox is a popular choice for all ages, from early 20’s on. Results are excellent in all age groups. With its ability to soften existing lines, and prevent new lines from forming, it’s easy to see why Botox is the most popular cosmetic treatment on the market.
For Botox in Anchorage, look no further than Alaska Surgical Arts.
Dermal Fillers
What Are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are injectable gels used to fill in areas of skin that has lost tissue volume. As they are very versatile, they can also be used to contour one’s facial structure; enhancing desired features/shapes while minimizing undesired features/shapes.
How Long Do Dermal Fillers Last?
Typically 6 – 18 months, depending on the individual and product injected.
Which Areas Can Be Treated?
Dermal fillers can be used in many areas. Popular areas include: cheeks, lips, nasal labial folds (corner of the nose to mouth), marionette lines (corner of the mouth to chin), acne scars, under eye hollows and hands.
Which Fillers Do You Carry?
At Alaska Surgical Arts our selection of dermal filler varies, as new products are continually being introduced. We typically carry products from the Juvéderm line: Voluma, Volbella, Ultra, and Ultra Plus, as well as products from the Restylane line: Silk and Defyne. Our staff will help to choose the filler that best fits your needs and will tailor your treatment to achieve the best results.
