Archive for February, 2009
Eyes Wide Open: Get Thick, Fuller Lashes with Latisse™
Wednesday, February 25th, 2009
Most people agree that the first thing they notice in a person is their eyes. From extravagant mascaras, lush fake lashes and extensions, women often go to great lengths to get lavish, full and long lashes. We can now add a new approach to the list: the doctor. The FDA has recently approved the first… read more
New Botox® and Juvederm® Treatment Visualizer
Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
I just added a great new function to my website that will allow patients to get an idea of their Botox® and Juvederm® potential results before actually receiving their injections! It’s called a Treatment Visualizer. Follow this hyperlink to upload your photo and see your virtual result online. I urge all of my patients to… read more
What’s Lurking in Your Cosmetic Bag?
Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
Eyeliner. Concealer. Conjunctivitis. You may want to think twice the next time you reach for your favorite cosmetic. Like food, makeup has an expiration date, and over time your cosmetics can harbor harmful bacteria that can lead to infections. These risks are multiplied when these products are shared among friends. In the US alone, 15… read more
Looking Ahead: Eyes Show the First Signs of Aging
Monday, February 9th, 2009
The eyes may be the windows to your soul (or window to the brain as we previously mentioned) but a recent study found they reveal much more. When asked to guess the age and fatigue level of people in photographs, researchers found observers were looking at the eye region almost half the time. Since the… read more
The Eyes: A Window to the Brain
Friday, February 6th, 2009
Recent technological innovations and advancements appear to have made the annual visit to the eye doctor much more critical. A look into the eye can now help locate and monitor the growth of brain tumors and track neurodegenerative conditions like Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. While links between such diseases and the optic nerve… read more
eBay Freezes Ads for Illegal Botox
Friday, February 6th, 2009
Who doesn’t love a good deal? The pressures of the recent economic bust have caused even the most frugal to pinch their wallets a little harder and look for ways to save on just about everything. Online shopping has made it easier to compare costs and save some extra cash with sites like eBay listing… read more
