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How Much Radiesse is Necessary for Hand Rejuvenation?

by Kyle Song, MD
November 24th, 2015

Dr-Kyle-Song-Radiesse-for-Hand-Rejuventation-Irvine-CAIf you haven’t already heard, there’s a new treatment out there that’s promising to revolution the way you think about aging and your hands. In fact, this treatment can hide wrinkles, increase skin volume, and even hide prominent veins and tendons – all of which can significantly age the appearance of your hands.

In short, this treatment can help your hands hide your real age – instead of giving it away!

Radiesse: The New Hand Rejuvenation Treatment

If you’ve heard of Radiesse before, then you know that it’s a popular filler that’s used to treat the deep wrinkles (nasiolabial folds) that stretch from the sides of the nose down to the corners of the mouth. Radiesse can also be used to contour and shape the jawline, which is ideal for individuals who may be self-conscious about having a weak jawline or misshapen chin.

After several studies, it was shown that Radiesse could have an amazing impact on the appearance of aged hands with prominent wrinkles and tendons. In fact, Radiesse is now the only FDA-approved filler for hand rejuvenation treatment.

Radiesse contains calcium hydroxylapatite, a bioidentical substance that performs as a filler once it’s injected into the treatment site. This means that it instantly adds volume to the treatment area, all while encouraging the skin’s production of collagen and elastin. The end result is that your skin looks renewed and firmer, both over the short and long term.

When it comes to hand rejuvenation, Radiesse works by adding instant volume to the hands. Since the skin of the hands is extremely thin, this volume helps hide the appearance of prominent veins, bulges, tendons, and other aging aspects. What’s more, the instant volumization helps minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

The amount of Radiesse that’s necessary for hand rejuvenation will depend on your desired goals. Most patients usually start out with one to two 1.5cc syringes, which can be adjusted based on initial results.

Hand Rejuvenation at Song Plastic Surgery

If you want smoother, younger-looking hands, schedule a consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Song at Song Plastic Surgery in Irvine, California. Dr. Song can walk you through the process, as well as help you understand what you can expect from your hand rejuvenation treatment.

Song Plastic Surgery serves the Orange County area. Call (949) 701-4454 to learn more!

Categories Body, Dermal Fillers, Radiesse
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How Long Before Spider Veins Disappear with Asclera?

by Kyle Song, MD
November 22nd, 2015

Dr-Kyle-Song-Spider-Veins-Irvine-CAThe holiday season is finally here – and that means it’s the season for showing off your finest attire and cocktail dresses.  But if you’d rather hide your legs underneath winter-ready leggings than show off your spider veins, it’s time to visit Song Plastic Surgery in Irvine, CA.

Asclera: The Ultimate Spider Vein Treatment

Spider veins are small, visible blood vessels that appear blue, purple, or red on the skin’s surface.  Spider veins can look like tiny webs across a person’s legs, thighs, arms, and even face – hence, the origins of the name.

A backup in the vein’s blood flow causes spider veins; as the blood gets trapped, the vein becomes more visible, resulting in a spider vein.  Age, injury, and even hormonal changes can all contribute to this phenomenon, which is why so many people suffer from spider veins.

Unlike varicose veins, spider veins are smooth to the touch; however, many people find them more annoying than varicose veins because they can be so pervasive.   That’s why Song Plastic Surgery in Irvine offers Asclera, an FDA-approved treatment that diminishes the appearance of those pesky spider veins.

Asclera is comprised of a unique agent that’s used to essentially “dissolve” the blocked vein.  When Asclera is injected into the spider vein, it causes blood to clot in the vein (don’t worry, it’s perfectly safe).  Once the vein is clotted and robbed of oxygen, this results in vein death; over time, the body absorbs the vein.

Over time, patients will see spider veins become less colorful and prominent.  Most patients will require several treatments to see ideal results; however, spider vein fading is generally noticeable even after a single treatment.  It’s estimated that there’s between 20% to 60% improvement with every Asclera treatment.

In general, it takes about three to six months to see final results from Asclera treatments.  Keep in mind that not all patients will achieve 100% improvement, as Asclera treatments can differ depending on the individual.

Asclera at Song Plastic Surgery

Ready to get rid of spider veins? Schedule a consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Song at Song Plastic Surgery in Irvine, California.  Dr. Song can walk you through the process, as well as help you understand what you can expect from your spider vein treatment with Asclera.

Song Plastic Surgery serves the greater Orange County area. Call (949) 701-4454 today!

Categories Body, Skin Care
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Brazilian Butt Lift: Augmentation vs. Reshaping?

by Kyle Song, MD
April 27th, 2015

Brazilian Butt Lift - Orange County - IrvineIt’s no secret that the butt is the It body part of 2015 – and it’s not going away anytime soon.  Pop culture, Hollywood, and even fashion have sung the praises of the “booty”, which is why so many women are now looking to enhance their backside curves with a Brazilian butt lift.

What is the Brazilian Butt Lift?

This hot new procedure is growing by leaps and bounds, thanks in part to society’s new obsession with the booty.  However, you don’t have to want to go bigger to enjoy this procedure.  While the Brazilian butt lift is known for increasing the size of the buttocks, one of its lesser-known benefits includes reshaping for more pronounced curves.

For those patients who are looking for Kardashian-style booty or a J.Lo-worthy backside, it’s time to visit Kyle Song, MD at Song Plastic Surgery in Irvine, California.  Serving the greater Orange County area, Song Plastic Surgery provides the most innovative treatment for patients looking for size and/or reshaping.  Whether you’re looking for a bigger butt or a better shape, here’s what you need to know about the Brazilian butt lift.

Augmentation or Reshaping?

Brazilian butt lifts produce natural-looking results because the buttocks are enhanced with your own fat.  The fat is collected via liposuction of the hips, abdomen, or any other problem areas within the body.  Once the fat has been collected, it’s separated and processed before being injected into the buttocks.  This is one of the primary reasons why Brazilian butt lifts are so popular – you can enhance the look of your buttocks, while contouring your biggest trouble spots!

Before undergoing the procedure, you and Dr. Song will discuss whether you’d like to augment or reshape your buttocks.  If you’re looking to enhance your backside, Dr. Song can inject and shape the fat to achieve your desired results.  Should you want more shapely and pronounced buttocks without increasing volume, Dr. Song can use fat grafting procedures to highlight your curves while providing you with more shape. Because the Brazilian butt lift uses your own fatty tissue, the results can be permanent.  However, patients can expect to lose some fat (and thus, volume) as they age.

Whether you want to enjoy a more shapely or enhanced backside, schedule a consultation at Song Plastic Surgery in Irvine, California today. Call Song Plastic Surgery in Orange County at (949) 701-4454 for more information.

Categories Body, Body Contouring, Brazilian Butt Lift
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