BOTOX® Cosmetic has been established as one of the safest and most effective ways in eliminating the fine lines in the upper face. It is one of the most popular nonsurgical cosmetic treatments available; Dr. Chang is treating close to 3 to 4 patients a day. It is most often used for 3 areas; the horizontal "worry" lines of the forehead, the vertical "angry" lines between the eyebrows, and the fine "crows feet" lines around the eyes. The miracle of BOTOX® Cosmetic is that it provides a nonsurgical option to problems the plastic surgeon often used to operate on.

Talk to a doctor

Many patients have questions about BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment and would like a free consultation. This consultation will allow your doctor to discuss the benefits and risks of BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment. Make sure when selecting a BOTOX® Cosmetic doctor to look for a board certified physician who has references. Any information on this website should not be considered a substitute for consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon.

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription medicine that is injected into muscles and used to improve the look of moderate-to-severe frown lines between the brows in people 18 to 65 years of age for a short period of time (temporary).

BOTOX® Cosmetic is administered by a healthcare professional as a simple, nonsurgical treatment that is injected directly into the muscles between the brows. It works by blocking nerve impulses to the injected muscles. This reduces muscle activity that causes moderate to severe lines to form between the brows.

Loudoun Local News

Driver Charged in DUI Hit and Run on Route 7 On September 2nd at approximately 2:00AM Loudoun County Deputy was patrolling near Route 7 and Ashburn Blvd, when two vehicles were observed traveling eastbound on Route 7. One of the vehicles, a passenger car, was attempting to pass a truck. The vehicle struck the passenger side of the truck and continued to drive down ROute 7. Deputies initiated a traffic stop an the vehicle in the area of Lexington Drive. The driver of the passenger vehicle, Sean M. Nebel, 24 of Leesburg was charged with felony hit and run, DUI ...

Dulles Flight Reports Laser Light from Leesburg Area At approximately 9:00PM on September 1st, Loudoun Deputies were contacted when an inbound flight to Dulles International Airport reported that someone from the ground had shined a laser into the aircraft. The flight crew reported details of the incident and deputies were able to identify a 15-year old Leesburg boy as being involved in the incident. The case is pending. via  Loudoun News.

Loudoun Department of Economic Development Hosting Redskins Trivia Contest on Facebook The Loudoun County Department of Economic Development is hosting a Redskins Trivia Contest every day for the next two weeks on the department’s page on Facebook. Loudoun County is the corporate home of the Washington Redskins and the department is encouraging business leaders and residents to take part in the events surrounding Redskins Week, which begins September 7, and ends with the opening game against the Dallas Cowboys on September 12. Every day for the next two weeks, the department will post three daily questions on its Facebook page. The first person ...

Director of Public Information for Loudoun County to Leave Position – Loudoun News Jim Barnes, Director of Public Information for Loudoun County, announced today that he will leave his position at the end of October, after nearly 22 years of service with the county. “When I first came to Loudoun County, I never dreamed that I would be in this position for 22 years,” he said. “I have been honored to serve the people of Loudoun County, but now it’s time for me to take on a new challenge.” He said that while he is exploring new opportunities, he will do consulting work for ...

Virginia Regional Transit to End Western Flyer Trolley Service Virginia Regional Transit (VRT) announced today that it will discontinue Western Flyer trolley service on September 3, 2010. The route has gained riders during the trial period, but has not generated enough sustained ridership to warrant the continued funding necessary to maintain service. Passengers will be notified of service termination through postings on the trolleys. Currently the service runs between Purcellville and Lovettsville and also provides access to the MARC train in Brunswick, MD, with optional transfers to other fixed-route services. Since its inception in February 2009, ridership ...

Town of Purcellville Plans “Rock the Field” The Town of Purcellville and the Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will once again be offering their free rock music event, “Rock the Field”, on September 12, 2010 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. “Rock the Field” will feature the classic rock groups GSL, Ivy Rose, Not My Finest Hour, The Immortals and Canus Cibus. This free event will be held at Fireman’s Field located at 250 South Nursery Avenue, Purcellville, in the gazebo area behind the stadium. A rock wall, moon bounce and slide, temporary tattoos, face ...

Prescription Pill Distributor in Middleburg Va Sentenced to 10 Years – Loudoun News Joseph George Ecker, 53, of Middleburg, Va., was sentenced today to 120 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, for illegally distributing prescription drugs he obtained as a Medicare beneficiary. Neil H. MacBride, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, and Shawn Henry, Assistant Director in Charge of the FBI’s Washington Field Office, made the announcement after sentencing by United States District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema. Ecker pled guilty on June 16, 2010, to conspiracy to distribute Schedule II prescription narcotic drugs and health care fraud. As ...

Osama El-Atari Sentenced to 12 Years for $53 Million Bank Fraud Osama El-Atari, 31, of Ashburn, Va., was sentenced today to 144 months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for operating a fraud scheme that stole more than $53 million from banks throughout the United States. Neil H. MacBride, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia; Steven M. Dettelbach, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Ohio; Shawn Henry, Assistant Director in Charge of the FBI Washington Field Office; C. Frank Figliuzzi, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Cleveland Field Office; and Rebecca A. Sparkman, ...

Sobriety Checkpoint in Eastern Loudoun Friday August 27th The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Friday, August 27, 2010 in Eastern Loudoun County. The sobriety checkpoint will be held from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. The Sheriff’s Office designed the checkpoints to raise public awareness and to discourage impaired driving. The sobriety checkpoint follows on the heels of the kick-off for the National Highway Traffic Safety Association’s (NHTSA) annual ‘Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest.’ campaign. The NHTSA also released new data this week indicating that eight percent of all drivers, as many as 17 ...

Dulles Motorcars Celebrates Opening of New Leesburg Showroom At 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 28, 2010, Town of Leesburg officials will hold a ribbon cutting for Dulles Motorcars’ new Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge and Ram showroom located at 219 Catoctin Circle SE. Council Member Katie Hammler will be officiating. “As a Jeep dealership for almost 20 years, we were fortunate to have very loyal customers. Now we are pleased to be able to serve them again, as well as customers for other Chrysler products that are so popular in Loudoun County,” says owner Kevin Saghafi. Following the ribbon cutting, local professional ...

Injection Cosmetic News From Plastic Surgeons News

Botox Maker Agrees to Pay $600 Million to Resolve Allegations of Off-Label Promotions American pharmaceutical manufacturer Allergan Inc. has agreed to plead guilty and pay $600 million to resolve its criminal and civil liability arising from the company’s unlawful promotion of its biological product, Botox® Therapeutic, for uses not approved as safe and effective by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Justice Department announced today.  The resolution [...]

Xeomin Could Steal BOTOX Marketshare The new drug Xeomin was approved for treatment of dystonia or blepharospasm, but does it have the potential for market sharre beyond this niche? BOTOX has systematically expanded it’s uses since it’s entry into the market. Will Xeomin ever go head to head with BOTOX? In April the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration [...]

S3 Therapy or “Vampire BOTOX” The therapeutic use of one’s own platelet rich plasma constitutes a relatively new biotechnology that has been a breakthrough in the stimulation and acceleration of soft tissue and bone healing. S3 Therapy has the purpose to regenerate the skin.  S3 Therapy (Stimulated Self serum therapy) improves the appearance of wrinkles, heals scars as well as [...]

Botox can reduce wrinkles with less frequent injections OHSU research shows patients can reduce frequency of Botox® Cosmetic treatments over time, saving money while still reducing dynamic wrinkles that come with age Patients can decrease the frequency of Botox® Cosmetic injections after approximately two years and still receive most of the same wrinkle-smoothing cosmetic benefits, according to new research at Oregon Health & [...]

Botox used to shape sexy legs Women forking out for a killer pair of high heels are also paying for the ultimate accessory – Botox to make their legs look better in stilettos.An Auckland cosmetic physician has found a demand for his calf-thinning services, in which he uses large amounts of Botox to sculpt women's legs and make calf muscles appear [...]

Study to Evaluate Botox Versus Medication For Female Bladder Control A new study is underway at Loyola University Health System (LUHS) to compare botulinum toxin A or Botox® versus common oral medications for urge incontinence in women. Urge incontinence is urinary incontinence with a strong or sudden need to urinate. Millions of women suffer in silence each day from this condition. “Incontinence is a legitimate [...]

The boy-toxers: One in five botox patients is a man, with City bankers ironing out wrinkles to get ahead Almost one in five cosmetic surgery patients are now men with City bankers spending their bonuses on ‘Boytox’ treatments to get rid of their wrinkles, a new report showed yesterday.Britain’s males are recognising the increasingly tough jobs market means personal appearance is more important than ever and are prepared to emulate women by turning to [...]

DIY Botox business busted in Mansfield Texas Undercover officers raided the home of a Mansfield woman who they say was selling do-it-yourself wrinkle treatments.Police confiscated boxes, computers and more at the home of Laurie D’Alleva and charged the Tarrant County woman with illegally offering prescription drugs — including botulinum toxin Botox injections — without a license. Read full story via Health News.

Warnings over DIY Botox kits Vain Brits are putting their lives at risk by buying DIY Botox kits online and injecting themselves with the drug at home.Experts say users are also in danger of paralysis and even blindness – as the muscle-freezing toxin can stop eyeballs moving. Read full story via The Sun News.

Botox gets a rival Azzalure A serious contender to Botox – the celebrities’ favourite frown-freezer – has been launched in the UK. Azzalure was previously marketed under the brand name Dysport, but licensed only to treat medical conditions such as cerebral palsy, facial tics and strokes – but it can now be used for cosmetic use. Read full story via  [...]

BOTOX® is a drug made from a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It's the same toxin that causes a life-threatening type of food poisoning called botulism. Doctors use it in small doses to treat health problems.

* Temporary removal of facial wrinkles
* Severe underarm sweating
* Cervical dystonia - a neurological disorder that causes severe neck and shoulder muscle contractions
* Blepharospasm - uncontrollable blinking
* Strabismus - misaligned eyes

BOTOX® injections work by weakening or paralyzing certain muscles or by blocking certain nerves. The effects last about three to four months. Side effects can include pain at the injection site, flu-like symptoms, headache and upset stomach. Injections in the face may also cause temporary drooping eyelids. You should not use BOTOX® if you are pregnant or breast feeding.

What is BOTOX®?

• BOTOX® comes from a kind of bacteria. The bacteria can make you very sick. But doctors have found that a chemical in BOTOX® can also help treat some health problems. They have been using it safely for many years.
How was this found?

• FDA (Food and Drug Administration) approved BOTOX® over 10 years ago to treat certain problems with the eye muscle. Doctors noticed that some wrinkles around the eyes looked better, too. The company that makes BOTOX® tested it. They showed the FDA that BOTOX® worked and was safe for treating some kinds of wrinkles.
How does BOTOX® work?

• Wrinkles may be caused when a muscle tightens. BOTOX® is injected through the skin into the muscle. The BOTOX® keeps the muscle from tightening. When the muscle can't tighten, the wrinkle doesn't show as much.
You mean you can't move your muscles?

• A doctor trained in the use of BOTOX® will inject small amounts of BOTOX® into the muscle. Only the treated muscle can't move.
What happens over time?

BOTOX® works for about four months. As the muscle returns to normal, you will see the wrinkle again.
Are there any side effects?

Yes

Side effects may include:

* Droopy eyelids, which can last for a few weeks
* Feeling like you have the flu
* Headache and upset stomach
* Risk of botulism (a life or death illness that makes it hard for a person to move the arms and legs or to breathe) is low with BOTOX®, if used the right way

REMEMBER- BOTOX® is a drug, not a cosmetic.
What should I do if I want to try BOTOX®?

* Ask about how BOTOX® could help or hurt you
* Make sure your doctor is trained in the use of BOTOX®
* Make sure you get treatment in a doctor's office or clinic
* Emergency equipment should be on hand in case of a problem
* Do not use if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant
* Do not use if you are breast feeding
* Tell your doctor if you are taking antibiotics
* Tell your doctor if you have any problems with nerves or muscles

Quick Facts About BOTOX®:

Are "BOTOX® parties" safe?
No. You should only get BOTOX® in a clinic or doctor's office. You should never share a tube of BOTOX®.

Can I use BOTOX® on other wrinkles?
BOTOX® is only approved to treat wrinkles between the eyebrows.

Can I get BOTOX® at any age?
BOTOX® is only approved for people 18-65 years old. It has not been tested on people under 18 or over 65.

 

BOTOX® Injections

The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery recommends persons considering Botox® treatment to:

1. Check the physician's credentials: The physician should be trained and qualified in facial plastic surgery. The human face has a complex anatomy and the surgeon must be familiar with the physiology and function of more than 40 muscles present in the face. Members of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery are qualified to perform injections of the face because of their extensive experience in performing facial plastic and reconstructive surgical procedures.

2. Insist on a complete medical evaluation: When a person is submitting to any medical treatment that may involve complications, he or she should consult with a physician for a medical evaluation and complete medial history before treatment.

3. Be informed: The physician you are consulting with should explain the factual information and discuss the risk, benefits, and alternative treatments and make recommendations for treatment. An inform consent document must be signed by the patient. Avoid the consumption of alcohol when under going a medical procedure.

4. Choose the appropriate setting for treatment: Botox® injections are medical procedures and should be performed in the presence of trained medical personnel and proper equipment to deal with potential complications. All injection should be performed using sterile techniques and proper disposal of needles and syringes is necessary

(source: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF FACIAL PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY (AAFPRS): http://www.aafprs.org/media/media_resources/fact_botox.html)

 

More Information About BOTOX® Cosmetic Injections - back

Overview

BOTOX® Cosmetic has been established as one of the safest and most effective ways in eliminating the fine lines in the upper face. It is one of the most popular nonsurgical cosmetic treatments available; is treating close to 3 to 4 patients a day. It is most often used for 3 areas; the horizontal "worry" lines of the forehead, the vertical "angry" lines between the eyebrows, and the fine "crows feet" lines around the eyes. The miracle of BOTOX® Cosmetic is that it provides a nonsurgical option to problems the plastic surgeon often used to operate on.

 

The Thermage® procedure has recently received a significant amount of attention from news organizations such as Dr. Sanjay Gupta of CNN as well as the local news. Thermage has also been highly touted by Oprah Winfrey on several episodes of her show. What is all the hype about? They are all presenting Thermage as the only nonsurgical method of tightening lax tissue. Thermage has even been nicknamed the Nonsurgical Facelift. Thermage uses radiofrequency energy to heat and tighten skin collogen, lifting and tightening the lax skin that develops around the face including the jowls, neck, and brow. In the process, it helps to reduce facial wrinkles.

Thermage is most effective when combined with the array of nonsurgical procedures now available such as BOTOX® Cosmetic, Restylane, and Micropeels.

The Procedure:
The Thermage procedure is a nonsurgical procedure performed in an office procedure room. The process takes between a few minutes to an hour depending on how many areas are treated. Because it can be uncomfortable, many patients require apply an anesthetic cream one hour before the procedure to make the procedure more tolerable. Once the procedure is complete, there may be mild swelling along the jawline; but there is otherwise no "downtime". Minimal redness is seen in some patients but it usually disappears shortly after treatment. Heat-related complications can occur but are uncommon. There is no special care needed after treatment. As a part of good skin care, sunscreen is recommended.

Providing Cosmetic Surgery and treatments for patients in:
Loudoun County, Frederick County, and Fairfax County in Leesburg, Reston Ashburn, Winchester and beyond

JUVÉDERM™ Injectable Gel (Juvaderm)

JUVÉDERM™ Injectable Gel is the newest dermal filler on the market, can be used to treat frown lines, smile lines, vertical lip lines, and acne scars. and is recommended to last six to nine months. JUVÉDERM™ Injectable Gel cosmetic facial fillers! JUVÉDERM™ Injectable Gel is a ‘next generation’ family of smooth, long-lasting gel dermal fillers, and the latest advance in hyaluronic acid cosmetic filler technology. Hyaluronic acid, a complex sugar already found naturally in the body, has become a favored compound for replenishing the areas of the face where the skin’s volume and fullness has been lost.

In the body, hyaluronic acid fills the space between collagen and elastin fibers of the skin. It is present in all living cells; attracting and binding water, hydrating and giving the skin smoothness and volume. However, as the body ages, the ability of the body’s cells to manufacture its own hyaluronic acid is diminished, resulting in the loss of skin volume, producing folds and wrinkles.

JUVÉDERM™ Injectable Gel is biosynthetic and of non-animal origin. Since it is not created from an animal source, there is little chance of allergic reaction. The formula is highly biocompatible, and no testing is required prior to administration. It has been proven to be safe and effective for skin of all types and colors.

Providing Cosmetic Surgery and treatments for patients in:
Loudoun County, Frederick County, and Fairfax County in Leesburg, Reston Ashburn, Winchester and beyond

Perlane

Perlane® restores volume and fullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth (nasolabial folds). After your treatment, you might have some swelling, redness, pain, and bruising. This will normally last less than seven days. Although rare, red or swollen small bumps may occur. If you have had herpes before, an injection can cause the herpes to return. In rare circumstances, the doctor may inject into a blood vessel, which can damage the skin. To avoid bruising and bleeding, you should not use Perlane if you have recently used drugs that thin your blood or prevent clotting. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or under 18, you shouldn’t use Perlane®

Perlane is an injectable filler used to treat deep facial lines, augment the lips and contour the cheeks and chin. Perlane is 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.

Talk to a doctor

Many patients have questions about Perlane or Restylane® treatment and would like a free consultation. This consultation will allow your doctor to discuss the benefits and risks of Perlane or Restylane® treatment. Make sure when selecting a doctor to look for a board certified physician who has references. Any information on this website should not be considered a substitute for consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon.