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Dec

Re-visiting my Favorite Types of Filler

I know in the past I have talked often about my go-to choices for hyaluronic-acid based fillers that I use on a daily basis in my practice. I thought it might be helpful to go over each one of the four Allergan fillers that fall into the Juvederm family again and where on t...

Dec

Taking Time for You

As we approach this holiday weekend, I have been reflecting on areas of my life worth celebrating, and I am feeling so honored and blessed for the people and things in my life that continuously enhance my daily experience. I have been looking inward at choices I've ma...

Dec

Anti-aging Medicine

As I reflect on the word “anti-aging”, I ask myself, “Is that the best way to describe the care I provide for my patients on a daily basis? ” It's a fact that all of us are going to keep aging as long as we are able to take a breath, so, perhaps...

Dec

Zinc and Botox

Clinical research shows that taking the mineral zinc, along with digestive enzymes that assist in absorption of the zinc, makes Botox last about 30% longer. Botox injections are fantastic at smoothing lines and wrinkles on the face and neck and are also used to diminish mig...

Dec

What’s new?

As of May 30th, we have a new member of our Gilbert team. Natalie Stateczna is a master at all things “lashes”. This is pretty exciting because microblading and lash extensions are all the craze lately and more and more gals are wanting luscious looking br...

Dec

My Love for Non-Surgical Rhinoplasties

This week I got to see a patient who is moving to L. A. to break into acting. She has always been self-conscious about her nose. She complained of a deviated septum and she told me of a desire to have a sleek stream-lined look which would help her be more photogenic. &n...

Dec

Lunch and Learn

Yesterday at Dr. Repta's Gilbert location we had an amazing experience during lunch time called a Lunch and Learn. The meeting was with our Allergan rep, Heather, who did an incredible talk on all of the fillers I love to use on my patients that include Juvederm Ultra...

Dec

Vollure

Vollure is the latest addition to the Juvederm family of fillers by Allergan and is unique in that it is the only hyaluronic acid-based filler to last up to 18 months. I've talked previously about my obsession with the Juvederm family of fillers. They include: V...

Dec

Almost Fifty and Fab

So, I've been thinking a lot lately about this whole aging thing. Even though I know better, I have found myself thinking more and more resistant thoughts about turning 50 later this year, and I’m trying to figure out why I’ve been pushing against “g...

Dec

The Non-Surgical Facelift

The term “non-surgical facelift” is becoming more and more common as people want to delay surgical procedures for bringing back youthfulness and beauty and engage in non-invasive procedures. Nowadays, there are numerous options which can turn back the clock and take y...

Dec

Botox and Filler Parties: What to Expect

A Botox and filler party is a social gathering where injections are given, often in a person's home, to smooth lines, add volume and slow down the signs of aging. The home environment is comfortable and relaxed, and if someone is receiving Botox or fillers for the first tim...

Dec

Trends with Filler

The norm lately has been for women, as young as 20-something, to stop in my office for plumping the face or perfecting the pout with fillers. This has been happening more and more, and it's important to discuss what patients need to think about when requesting fillers...

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