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Augmentation / Fillers uses temporary, semi-permanent, or permanent dermal fillers that replace volume of soft tissue that is lost. All fillers also stimulate...

Augmentation / Fillers uses temporary, semi-permanent, or permanent dermal fillers that replace volume of soft tissue that is lost. All fillers also stimulate collagen production, which helps build up the skin, thus evening the skin’s surface.

This procedure is normally repeated 1-3 times in 2-week intervals and you should see results immediately.

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September 14, 2008

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Takes no more then 45 min, not too much downtime

Cons:

Dental block, numbing cream, a little sore after

I have had depressed acne pits on both of my cheeks for about 2 yrs. They weren't that bad until I started doing microdermabrasion at a beauty clinic and it seemed to make my skin worse w/ new pits. Makeup didn't really help hide the scars and in certain lights, my face looks horrible. Went to see Dr. Kojian in Garden Grove, CA. I did not want any laser treatments or anything that would make me miss time at work. He suggested that I purchase a syringe of Juvederm for $525. I was so nervous. He gave me a dental block and put numbing cream on my face. Dr. Kojian was very nice and gave me tips on how to control my acne. We took before and after pictures and the difference was amazing. I still have some pits left but we ran out of filler. Today is Day 2 and I will keep you posted on the results. My cheeks have some red marks from where the needle was inserted but there are less pits on my face then before. If you would like before & after pics, contact me.
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September 12, 2007

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Works

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Had 1 cc of resty injected into cheeks for depressed scars. Also a couple on my chest. I think it worked very good. Paid $500.
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