Dr. Sharon Gertzman

It always amazes me how the medical community expands the use of products that began with very limited use. For Instance, a machine that was developed and used only for separating neurons in a surgical procedure, can now be used to remove moles without bleeding or scarring. A procedure that was developed for treatment of facial skin cancer is now used to treat sun damage, cure acne, and give skin a more youthful appearance.

When Botox cosmetic was first introduced to the medical aesthetic community, it was approved and used only for the frown lines between the brows. Doctors then experimented with it on the forehead and crow’s feet but it was always considered a treatment for the upper face only. Any area below the nose was thought to be a danger zone. But of course we continued to experiment and now realize that so much can be done, safely, with Botox in the lower face. It can be used to stop the drag on the corners of the mouth that create the appearance of an eternal frown. It can stop the down turn of the tip of the nose that comes with age. It can stop the “golf ball” appearance of the chin that also comes with age.Perhaps the most innovative and exciting new use for Botox is for the treatment of Rosacea. The red flush of rosacea that often remains even after laser treatments can now be treated with Botox. With often very small doses of Botox, the flushed appearance on the nose or cheeks resolves and stays gone for the 3 to 5 month period that Botox is effective.

When having Botox treatments, it is important to be aware of how many units are being used for your treatment area. Treatments will vary in price, efficacy, and longevity based on how concentrated the Botox solution is. If you are always comparing the number of units used as opposed to volume or area treated, you will never be disappointed with your result.

As always at Serenity Medical Spa, we encourage you to come in for a free consultation. Dr. Gertzman is happy to evaluate your individual needs and discuss the options available to you. Call the office at (609) 737-7737 or schedule yourself at www.SerenityNJ.com.