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Can I use Voluma to give volume to my cheeks?

November 19th, 2013
Q.
Dear Doctor, I recently had three sculptra cheeks treatments (one very three months) and three plasma treatments (one very two months) in my face (cheeks). I wanted to build up my cheeks as much as possible. is the newer filler Voluma advised to be used in conjunction with he two treatments I have already been having? Or Do they clash? Is there a more permanent solution that will last year rather than months? Also, what would be the best treatment for aged hands?,Thank you doctor for helping me with my enquiry and helping me come up with the best treatment available to me.
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Hi
You can use voluma and scultpra but I would wait 1 year after the last scultpra injection first. Sculptra lasts up to 3 years and voluma lasts around 18 months. You can have actual implants placed in the cheekbones for something that lasts longer, but this is a job for a surgeon as not an injectable.
For hands radiesse is good if there is a lot of volume loss. If not, then restylane vital is good for hydration.
Kind regards
Adam
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Why do I have a scar after Radiesse treatment?

November 15th, 2013
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Hi, I’m a 38 year old female and I noticed that my face was increasingly thin. I decided on a Sculpta filler but I have seen no results at all. After a few months I decided to use Radiesse. The results were immediate and I was highly satisfied with them. Unfortunately, the second time I used it, I noticed a dent in one of my checks about two moths after the procedure. The dent elongated and I went back to the doctor and he used Belotero on it. That didn’t help either and I still look like I have a scar that keeps getting more prominent. So my question is: what could have caused this and how can I fix it? Thank you for your time and i really lok forward to hearing what you think this could be as it is putting me off seeking further treatment.
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Hi
There is no reason why there should be a scar after Belotero, Radiesse and Sculptra as the products can be used together safely. It may not even be a scar, but it is hard to say without actually seeing you.
Kind regards
Adam
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A patient developed a rash after having Outline 3 years ago, she would like further treatment for lines and wrinkles, can she be treated with HA’s or Sculptra?

July 16th, 2012
Q.
I have a patient that had Outline 3 years ago ,she developed a rash which still is visable when her skin is hot .she initailly developed redness and moderate swelling around her eye and mouth which was the area of the injections.She had had botox with no ill affect ,She would also like further treatments for lines and wrinkles ,can she be treated subsequently with HAs and or Sculptra for lower facial volume loss safely
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Hi

Thank you for your enquiry.

An outline can cause rashes and does take some time to go and I think it would be possible for her to have further treatment and we would generally recommend hyaluronic acid as they are safe in my experience.

If your patient does have Herpes Zoster we would recommend that you cover her with appropriate prophylactic against this with any injection technique.

Many thanks for your enquiry.

Best Wishes

Adrian Richards
Consultant Plastic Surgeon

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How does Belatero compare to Sculptra? Which has the best results?

June 12th, 2012
Q.
how does belatero compare to sculptra ? how long do th results last and how often should it be done ? is the cost comparable to sculptra. I have had sculptra done but would like more noticeable immediate results. i have deep wrinkles in my chin area around my mouth, will this help? sculptra helped fill out my cheeks with one appointment, but need more around my mouth. I am 58 years o0ld but the lines are caused a lot from tanning. Can I still tan without affecting the belatero ?
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Belatero and Sculptra work in a different way. Belatero is hyaluronic acid which is a filler which goes under the lines in the cheeks, filling them out and principally used for the nose to mouth lines and the lines coming down from the corners of the mouth.

Sculptra on the other hand is used to rejuvenate the whole cheek area in most cases. It consists of molecule granules which stimulate your body to make tissue around them. This simulates the effect of young skin which is thicker and plumper than slightly older skin.

Sculptra is generally used for wider areas whereas Belatero is used for more localised lines in the face.
I think it would be sensible to do research on both of these procedures. Best Wishes. 

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I have a few questions about Juvederm, Belotero, Sculptra and Fat Transfer. can you help?

April 25th, 2012
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Tell me, please, which filler works for lips better : juvederm, belotero or another one? What is better for the face : juvederm or belotero? Which will look more natural, which will stay longer? Is the price for juvederm and for belotero the same? Which doctor works with boletero in Manhattan or Brooklyn (New York)? Is fat transfer better than fillers? What side effect can be from Sculptra, and Is there a different tecnique for Sculptra , than for another fillers. Thank you!
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Thank you for your enquiry.

You are right in that Dermal Fillers do only last normally up to six month in the lips.

There are longer lasting procedures such as Permalip which is a permanent procedure performed under a local anaethetic.

There are a number of different size available in Permalip. Please find more information on the procedure at www.aurora-clinics.co.uk.

Should you wish to book a consultation please call us on 01844 214362.

Best Wishes

Adrian Richards

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Which non surgical treatment for lip enhancement lasts the longest? The past few times I’ve had them done, it seems to wear off quickly?

April 25th, 2012
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I was hoping you could tell me which non surgical treatment is the best one for lip enhancement in terms of how long it will last. Is their one particular brand that lasts longer than others or do they all last the same amount of time. I have had my lips done a few times in the past but they tend to wear off quite quickly which was quite frustrating and expensive so i am hoping to have them done this time with something that is safe but also lasts a bit longer than usual. If you could let me know above information and also availability of appointments i would be very interested in coming in and seeing you. Look forward to hearing from you!
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Hi, Thank you for your enquiry.

Juvederm and Belatero work in a similar fashion for the lips and I don’t think there is dramatic difference between them

Fat transfer is more likely to be permanent and does require an operation. It has the advanatge of using your own tissue.

Sculptra is different in that it encourages your normal tissue to thicken slightly and is not usually used on the lips but is used in the cheek areas.

Generally, we would reocmmend you come in to see us so we have a good look at your face so we can discuss the best way forward for you.

Best Wishes, Adrian Richards

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