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Restylane Treatments New Orleans
I have acne scars and do not have time to miss work from a laser. What else can I try?
A: Dermal fillers are safe for all skin types and have no downtime. They are often the best option for acne scars and the results last longer in scars than wrinkles.
I have dark circles under my eyes. I understand Restylane may help this. How does it work?
A: Restylane helps circles that are caused by a loss of dermal and subcutaneous volume and decent or herniation of the fat pad under the eyes. It replaces the lost volume and gives a lifting effect under the eyes. Restylane will not help discoloration (for that you will need peels or laser) and does not help fine lines (Lumierre and/or Botox are best for these).
From age 25 I noticed a line in shadow across my nose which gradually became more prominent. It’s only on one side making the nose look asymmetrical. The line starts as a lump on the left side and the enlarged cartilage runs from it to the right tip. It looks like a large vein, even though its cartilage. It makes the whole left side look drooped. What do you think this is, and can non surgical fillers fix it? I don’t want to change the shape of my nose or have surgery if I can help it.
A: While a good facial plastic surgeon can likely fix the problem permanently, Restylane L is an excellent choice to fill in any indentations and make the nose look more symmetrical. It is safe in a good injectors hands. Restylane L in the nose will last 6-12 months and could be dissolved if you do not like the results.
Can Restylane be used on the upper nasal folds as well as below the jowl, sides of chin area?
A: Restylane was the first hyaluronic acid filler to be FDA approved in the United States and remains a popular filler in spite of a lot of competition in the filler market. There is now the Restylane L with lidocaine which is less painful. Restylane is popular because it can be used in many areas with safe, effective and reversible (if need be) results. The nasolabial, marionette and pre-jowl sulcus are perfect areas to try Restylane.
Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology
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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 Women’s 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:
- 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from the 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – Recognizes full-time academicians who have dedicated their careers to educating dermatology residents and fellows;
- 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐦𝐚 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐝, 𝐌𝐃 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 and 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from the 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 – Recognizes dermatologists of national prominence who have been trailblazers for women in some aspect of dermatology.
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.