We live in a time where instant gratification is expected from cosmetic treatments especially when it comes to dermal fillers. Sculptra® Aesthetic, however, is a very popular and effective filler that works over the course of time to achieve desired results. Unlike other...
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This is a very popular question in our practice. The answer is that there is little to no difference in the effectiveness of Botox Cosmetic and Dysport. Both are forms of botulinum toxin A which is a derived protein that relaxes targeted muscles to decrease their movement &n...
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It is not uncommon for our patients to inquire about Botox Cosmetic or Dysport for reducing the size of the masseter muscle. So what is the masseter muscle? In simple terms, the masseter muscle is responsible for closing the jaw during actions such as chewing. There are several f...
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Under eye bags are a very common complaint we hear from our patients of various ages. There are a range of treatments that can be entertained to treat the area under the eyes. The degree of aging, wrinkles, puffiness, amount of loose skin, and depth of the tear trough will ...
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Recovery time is an important topic of discussion with our patients who are interested in undergoing the Cortex CO2/Erbium Yag laser treatment. Since Cortex is one of the more ablative lasers that we use for laser skin resurfacing in our Pittsburgh office, we tell our patients to...
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Our patients often come to us looking for a solution or quick fix for sagging brows. With age, the skin begins to droop which can alter our expressions at rest or our expressions in motion. When the skin starts to sag, it can ultimately make us appear as if we are angry, sad, or ...
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Two weeks ago, we discussed What To Expect After Your First Laser Hair Removal Session on the Leong Plastic Surgery blog. This week we're here to fill you in on when the best time of the year is to begin your journey of Laser Hair Removal in Pittsburgh. Most patients don&r...
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We've previously discussed how you can expect to feel after receiving an Ultherapy treatment. Now, let’s dive into when you can anticipate to see a result, and how long that result might last. Typically it takes about 3-6 months for the full effects of Ultherapy...
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Once completing an Ultherapy treatment, you may immediately return to work or your daily activities. Some patients may experience a mild amount of swelling, redness, or discomfort, but it's not enough that it should be disruptive to one’s daily routine. Another bonus? ...
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The degree of bruising that can occur during Tear Trough Correction is almost unpredictable and varies from patient to patient. We ONLY use microcannulas to inject our fillers which can help to minimize bruising, downtime, and discomfort. We advise our patients to avoid taking ...
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Before and/or after your Rhinoplasty Surgery, you may be finding yourself having some ‘silly' sounding questions, such as, “is it okay if I have to sneeze or cough or blow my nose? ” Here at Leong Plastic Surgery, we’re happy to report that no questio...
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Laser Hair Reduction is a fantastic option for both men and women who are tired of shaving and waxing the hair on their face as well as their body. In addition to improving appearance, our patients tell us that by eliminating the need to shave or wax, Laser Hair Removal can...
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