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Varicose veins result from abnormal inner walls or abnormal valves in these blood vessels. Blood is carried through arteries from the heart to the rest of the body, and returned to the heart through the body's veins, called the venous system. Veins have valves that act as one-way flaps, preventing blood from backing up and pooling. When these one-way valves don't work properly, blood then may flow backwards, causing the veins to dilate (enlarge) and become varicose. The technical terms for this condition are venous reflux or venous insufficiency.

Varicose veins are enlarged "rope-like" veins — blood vessels — that are swollen and raised above the surface of the skin. They can be flesh-colored, dark purple, or blue, and often look like a cluster of grapes. They are commonly found on the back of the calves or the inside of the legs. However, they can form anywhere on the legs, from groin to ankle. Spider veins are similar to varicose veins, but they are smaller and closer to the surface of the skin. They are often red or blue, and look like tree branches or spider webs. They can occur anywhere on the legs, and can cover either a very small or very large area of skin. They don't bulge like varicose veins, but are often more noticeable.

Yes, if Botox is done by a licensed doctor. Botox treatments are designed to smooth dynamic wrinkles in the forehead and around eyes, they do not affect your facial expression.

Botox is now a commonly used treatment as a preventive measure to delay some lines from developing.

A droopy eyelid can occur when Botox drifts deep into the eyelid. This generally is only going to happen if the injector places the needle too deep, or pinches up the eyebrow.

If you want to eliminate wrinkles for an extended period of time, whether treating existing ones or preventing new ones, Botox can be an ideal treatment for you.

People also use Botox to treat: excessive sweating, migraines, tension headaches, TMJ, neck pain, muscular disorders, urinary incontinence, and blepharospasm (spasm of the eyelids)

Most patients are advised to return to their clinics every to three to four months for touch-up sessions.

Yes, CoolSculpting is a great fat loss option for both men and women. It is also used to deal with excess fat on the back, waist, thighs, buttocks, and arms.

Yes. CoolSculpting is actually safe to do in multiple areas. However, it would take at least 8 weeks to have it done on the same area.

Yes, Botox can treat excessive sweating. Botox is applied via injections to the problem area to reduce the productivity of the bodys sweat glands and thus the amount of sweat expelled.

Yes. CoolSculpting is a non-invasive procedure with no downtime or recovery required after, meaning you can return to your daily routine immediately after the treatment.

Xeomin can last longer than Botox. However, the results aren't that different. Xeomin only tends to last a few weeks longer than Botox.

Xeomin is considered a "purer" form of Botox. Botox has added proteins to help deliver the toxin in the body, whereas Xeomin does not.

CoolSculpting treatments last for less than an hour and incur no downtime for the patient.

CoolSculpting and liposuction are both effective treatments for different patients. Liposuction is best suited for patients with much excess fat to deal with, while CoolSculpting is best suited for patients who are at or near their ideal body weight.

No, it doesn't. CoolSculpting is a non-surgical and non-invasive procedure, meaning no surgical incisions are involved.

There is no downtime needed after a dermal filler treatment. You can return to work and normal activities immediately after your appointment.

No, your face will still look normal after a Botox treatment. Remember to receive the treatment from licensed professionals to avoid a 'frozen' look.

A Botox lip flip is a treatment that uses Botox to relax the muscles around the mouth. It involves the injection of Botox into the corners of your mouth and Cupid's bow.

Working out right after your treatment can cause complications. It's best to wait for 24-48 hours after your Botox treatment before doing any strenuous exercises.

The number of Botox units you need depends on the treatment area. On average, most providers use 15-30 units of Botox to achieve the patient's desired results.

Botox is a great way to improve the apperance of droopy eyebrows. A small amount of Botox is injected above the eyebrow to provide the illusion of the eyebrows being "lifted".

There are a lot of dermal fillers you can use for lip injections such as Juvederm, Volbella and Restylane.

It's best to avoid drinking highly-caffeinated drinks such as coffee after an injectable treatment since these drinks have a dehydrating tendency and can slow down healing.

Swelling typically disappears after 3 days but may take up to a week to subside depending on your lips. Ask your doctor for recommendations on how to ease up swelling at home.

No, excessive running is not advised during Botox. Wait at least three days before engaging in strenuous physical activity to prevent any complications from your Botox injections.

While Botox will work effectively on most patients, there are a few who may develop an immunity towards the substance. In these rare cases, alternatives to Botox like dermal fillers may be better.

Botox can last up to 6 months, depending on your skin and other factors.

To keep your Botox lasting as long as possible, it's advised to avoid pressing your face, limiting exposure to the sun, and getting maintenance treatments whenever needed.

Thankfully, it is never actually "too late" to get Botox for the first time. Botox can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles no matter how old the patient may be.

As long as you are 18 or above, you can start getting Botox. Getting Botox early is known as preventative Botox, and can help delay the onset of wrinkles as you age.

Also known as a vampire facial, the platelet-rich plasma (PRP) facial uses blood safely drawn from the patient's body to inject them back into the skin via microneedling, allowing the skin to heal and rejuvenate.

Juvederm and Restylane are two popular dermal filler brands, but there is no single best filler; the type of filler that will work best for you depends on your exact goals and skin type.

Patients who undergo laser hair removal report a very faint pinching sensation on their skin, like being hit with a small rubber band.

Patients of all ages can opt to get Botox. Many younger patients in their 20s and 30s get preventative Botox, to push back the time before their first real wrinkles begin to show.

Both treatments have their advantages and disadvantages, but CoolSculpting is generally more flexible of a treatment, as it can treat larger and lateral areas with its applicators, and there is also significantly less downtime.

For a dermatology appointment we would need a referral right away, but for any other treatment you can come in for a free screening and we can work with you to get your referral!