Dr. James Barber - Cosmetic Surgery Blog

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Filler-up

Now, that statement can refer to a multitude of things from pulling into a gas station to sitting on a bar stool with the boys from Cheers. But from a cosmetic standpoint, "filler-up" refers to a host of materials now being used to treat facial wrinkles and lines.

Injectable materials have long been a staple for facial rejuvenation dating back to bovine collagen injectables like Zyderm and Zyplast. The very first injectables often required an allergy test prior to injection and were not very long lasting.

We have come a long way. Today's fillers are longer lasting and do not need prior allergy testing. Restylane/Perlane, Juvederm, Artecol, and Sculptra (among many others) now fill the void for those people who desire a younger refreshed look without surgical intervention.

Fillers play an important role in facial rejuvenation:
  • Filling in the lines between the eyes (glabella)
  • Treating the lines between the nose and mouth (nasalabial folds)
  • Softening the lines at the corners of the mouth (marionette lines)
  • Lip enhancement

Lasting between 6-18 months, fillers are an important weapon in turning back the clock. Now go ahead, "filler-up"

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Friday, August 7, 2009

Ratings make us strive to do our very best

Online customer opinion sites are more popular than ever, giving us yet another reason to provide you with excellent service. These sites make it easy for you to share honest feedback about your experience with the office of Dr. James Barber. Please take a minute to share your experience with the opinion sites listed below.



Citysearch.com
Visit our profile then click on the "Write a Review" link in the upper right corner of the profile.

Google.com
Google's rating system allows you to assign up to five stars for excellent service and write a short review. Visit our profile to share your opinion.

Yelp.com
Yelp.com also uses the five star rating system. Go directly to our profile to rate our office.



As always, we hope you had a positive experience with the office of Dr. James Barber.

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Thursday, August 6, 2009

Celebrate with Botox

Allergan is celebrating Botox's 7-year anniversary with a special savings for you. For a limited time, get a $50 rebate on your Botox treatment over $200.

Wrinkles that are caused by muscle contraction, such as frown lines, crow's feet, and forehead creases can be safely and effectively treated with Botox.

Contact Dr. Barber's office to schedule an appointment. 412-741-1976

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