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Ā Actually the best remedy for an overly squared jaw is Botox. It will relax the masseter muscle and soften the line, making your squared face look more like an oval or heart (and most consider that more feminine). It may also improve any TMJ symptoms you may have from jaw clenching.
Ā Yes, it is safe. In fact, there is data to suggest that Botox may have a mild anti-depressant action in some patients. Anecdotally, I did see this effect in my depressed patients after hurricane Katrina and the levee breach failure caused the flooding of my city.
Ā Crow’s feet are created by a variety of factors, but most commonly are the result of overuse of our facial muscle the orbicularis oculi used to squint and smile. A small amount of Botox injected into this muscle will prevent the area from wrinkling when these facial expressions are made. This is most effective for the upper crow’s feet. The lower crow’s feet are actually created from your cheek pushing skin upward when you smile. A small amount of filler in these fine lines can improve the appearance of lower crow’s feet that extend down onto your cheek.
Our mission at the Lupo Center is to provide patients with innovative, effective, and ethical care to make each person look and feel their personal best. To fulfill our goal, we provide state-of-the-art medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatments to all patients.
Board-certified dermatologist and clinical professor of dermatology Mary P. Lupo, MD, has been a leader in the field of non-surgical rejuvenation since 1983. She travels internationally to teach her innovative techniques, and her reputation brings in patients from around the country. She started the first formal residency training program for injectables and peels in 1983 at Tulane Medical School and served as past president of the Womenās Dermatologic Society, adjunct professor of dermatology at Tulane, and a founder of Cosmetic Boot Camp. Dr. Lupo holds membership in many prestigious dermatology associations, participates in clinical trials for the approval of new drugs and devices, and acts as an advisor for numerous aesthetic-minded companies.
Dr. Lupo was recently recognized as a trailblazer for women in dermatology and for her dedication to educating dermatology residents and fellows.
She has also received the following awards:
Dr. Lupo has authored over 90 published articles and book chapters and has spoken on various dermatological topics at nearly 480 national and international meetings and seminars.
