VITAHL's "Liquid Gold" saved John Mayer for all Women

John Mayer is a known ladies man and to most women swoon when his voice hits the the air. But Botox , VITAHL's "Liquid Gold", was the cure that saved is vocal chords from granuloma (severe tissue inflammation on his vocal chords). In the last few years we hear more and more the miracle healing Botox gives people for a wide variety of ailments and the relief it brings; overactive bladder, TMJ, Migraines, Spasms, and much more. Now if only the world would coin VITAHL's favorite phrase; Botox is Liquid Gold.

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A Great Article on Botox for your Lips

 



I read this article recently on the effects of Botox on the lips and was glad to see one of VITAHL's favorite treatments in the spotlight. The writer talks about her experience with Botox for the treatment of vertical lines, aka "smokers lines", but in addition the results can be great for a plumping effect as well. By allowing  Botox to effect the muscles around the lips, the curl the lip typically does while smiling changes often resulting in a fuller lip by curling up rather than in. Ahhh Botox, it truly is Liquid Gold!



 

Pretty City Article on Botox for the Lips

Brilliant Distinctions Program at VITAHL

Beauty has its rewards, and in this case, we mean dollar rewards! VITAHL has partnered with Allergan to offer a terrific program that benefits our loyal patients. Through this complimentary program, Allergan helps pays for your treatments! You get fantastic savings on your favorite - or soon to be favorite - cosmetic treatments, and who does not want to look great while saving a pretty penny?

Not sure how the program works? Our Patient Liaison, Megan, is here to help. During your visit, she will get you registered for the program. Registered patients who are treated with Juvederm and/or Botox earn points. You can also earn points every time you purchase Latisse. These points equal dollars, which can be applied towards future Botox and Juvederm treatments, or can be used towards the purchase of Latisse. If you are a registered patient, you are already saving money; but you may still need Megan’s help. She is happy to make this program work for you.

Once you have received your Botox and/or Juvederm treatment, our staff will deposit your points so you can be on your way to earning more beauty dollars. The Brilliant Distinctions Program will send you an email notification, which will include a voucher from your recent treatment. When you are ready for your next treatment, you must log into your Brilliant Distinctions account to redeem your points and print out your coupon. You can do this at home, or Megan can help you do it in the office. Please be aware that points do expire, so we recommend converting them to dollars on a regular basis. The program gets even better when you refer a friend. You get $25 worth of points from Allergan towards your next purchase. The more you participate in the program the greater your rewards!

For more information, please contact Megan. She can be reached via email at megan@vitahl.com or in the office at 303.388.7380.

Bogus Botox: Some deals really are too good to be true.

They say “you get what you pay for,” and I think at some time in our lives we have all seen this to be true. Back in 2005, patients were asking questions before they received Botox injections, because they were aware of patients such as the Florida couple who were hospitalized after receiving fake Botox. In recent years, we are hearing fewer of these stories, and patients seem less concerned about who is injecting them and what is being injected.  However, even recently there have been several incidents of fake Botox injections that have put victims in the hospital.  One woman died after receiving a supposed Botox injection that was, in reality, cooking oil.  Not only is “Bogus Botox” still out there, in fact, there has been a rise in internet sales out of China of counterfeit Botox.  Additionally, there is fake Juvederm and Restylane on the market.

I see ‘daily deals’ such as Groupon, that offer Botox for less than I can purchase it from Allergan. When I see 20 units for $99 (less than $5 per unit), and about half of that goes to Groupon, I have to wonder how a business can survive by selling Botox for $2.50 a unit? I am not knocking daily deals.  I like deals and I like working with these companies. We have participated in daily deals with Groupon and Living Social. We’ve gained a lot of amazing new patients and have had a really great experience; however, in the process we’ve realized the importance of consumer awareness.  If it seems too good to be true, it usually is.  Because Botox is so popular, many people erroneously think that it is so simple. However, it is a medical procedure and therefore it deserves the respect and appropriate awareness by its consumers. Allergan is the sole distributer of real Botox, and because Botox is a medication that is regulated by the FDA, it cannot be discounted. If physicians can’t buy Botox for as low as $5.00 per unit, then how can an office sell it for less without losing money? Some offices are getting around this by purchasing their “Botox” from other companies, but how do they know if they are getting real or “Bogus Botox?” We know there is only one company that sells Botox, and if we do not like the price, we should look into other treatment options.

The take away here is to make sure you know what you are getting.  At VITAHL, we pride ourselves in having the most educated and qualified physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants administering our injectables, resulting in the highest level of patient care.  As one of the top 1% of Botox injectors in the country, patient safety and satisfaction are our highest priorities. Ask who is injecting, where were they trained, and is it real Botox (or Juvederm).  If you see a deal that seems too good to be true, check into it before you are injected.

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reports almost 9.2 Million Cosmetic Procedures

Recently the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Released its findings for 2011. It is always so interesting to see the trends for the year on what procedures are hot or on the rise. Mainly the popular favorites at VITAHL are right on the top of the list! As Botox celebrates it's 10th year on the Market you can see the joy "Liquid Gold" brings to America one fine line at a time. Here are a few of the totals on Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Procedures in USA during 2011.

Top Five Surgical Procedures in 2011

• Liposuction (325,332)
• Breast augmentation (316,848)
• Abdominoplasty (149,410)
• Eyelid surgery (147,540)
• Breast Lift (127,054)

Top Five Minimally- Invasive Procedures in 2011

• Botulinum Toxin Type A (2,619,739 procedures)
• Hyaluronic acid (1,206,186 procedures);
• Laser Hair Removal (919,802 procedures)
• Microdermabrasion (499,427 procedures)
• IPL Laser Treatment (439,161 procedures)

Click link below for the full report on 2011 Aesthetics Plastic Surgery Trends
http://www.surgery.org/media/news-releases/celebrating-15-years-of-trustworthy-plastic-surgery-statistics

KISS AND TELL

Hollywood has long understood the power of a perfect pouty lip, leaving everyone asking, "What options do I have to obtain that perfect celebrity pout?"

Full and pouty lips are associated with youth, beauty and sensuality. With Valentine's Day around the corner, many want to have those beautiful, kissable lips without the pain and tingling of a lip plumper. If you are looking to enhance the size and shape of your lips, there are many options that will leave you feeling plumped, soft, sensual and naturally stunning.

The ideal lip has a defined border, and the upper lip is smaller than the lower lip. As we age, collagen and fat start to disappear and the lip border breaks down, revealing a less youthful pout. Many different approaches have been introduced to the market for patients searching for that full sensual lip they may have once had or have always wished for. Though lip liner can accentuate the lip size to a certain extent, only so much can be "drawn on." When filling the lip, it is important to keep a natural look by enhancing the border of the lip while keeping the upper lip approximately 75% as full as the lower lip. Anything larger and you can obtain the "ducky look." You also want to be careful not to over-treat lip wrinkles above the lip, because again, this can result in a less natural and more "ducky" look. At VITAHL, we are known for our advanced injection techniques that keep your lips looking natural and like your best you. We can achieve this with fillers or a combination of treatments to best meet your goals.

Juvederm: Popular for instantly plumping lips, Juvederm restores volume and fullness. This smooth gel filler is made of hyaluronic acid which is naturally found in the body, hydrating and adding volume to areas injected.

Botox: Small doses of Botox can be used to evert the lips. When injected into certain parts of the lip muscle, the selective weakening makes the lips roll out to some extent. This leaves you with the appearance of fuller lips. Combining Botox and Juvederm in the lips maximizes the longevity of the Juvederm treatment.

Laser Genesis: A favorite treatment of Hollywood A-listers, this fabulous laser treatment will not only get you red carpet ready, but it can leave your pout looking more plumped. A secret tip - Laser Genesis stimulates collagen in the lips as well as in the skin.

Fat Transfer: For a longer lasting option to achieve that perfect pout, many are turning to fat transfer. This procedure involves transferring your own fat to your lips in order to enhance the appearance. Although this is a more expensive alternative than other lip plumping options, it does last longer and uses your own fat.

Call us at 303.388.7380 to schedule a consultation to see which lip enhancement treatment will give you that perfect pout.

Warm Regards,