Minimally invasive treatments

Minimally invasive, or non-surgical, treatments are common amongst adult women and men of all ages. The most common non-surgical treatments performed by Dr. Longino are neuromodulators (such as Botox), hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, and Sculptra. Dr. Longino performs these procedures in clinic with numbing medicine.

Neuromodulators

(“Botox”)

Botox may be used for a variety of concerns. Dr. Longino performs a comprehensive facial examination and discusses your goals in order to design the optimal neuromodulator plan. She believes that less can be more - beautiful, natural results may be achieved with just enough Botox in precise areas. The list below provides examples of common areas treated with neuromodulators.

Forehead lines
Frown lines (“furrow” between the brows)
Crow’s feet (eye wrinkles)
Gummy smile
Chin dimples
Neck bands (platysma muscle)
Masseter muscle - jawline narrowing
Masseter muscle - teeth grinding, TMJ syndrome
Temporalis muscle - TMJ syndrome, migraine headache
Facial synkinesis

Filler

Filler is an injectable material that is designed to add volume, diminish wrinkles and scars, and enhance facial contour. Dr. Longino uses a variety of hyaluronic acid-based fillers in her practice, which are temporary and dissolve with time. Duration of effect varies with individual patients, the type and quantity of filler injection, and where it is injected. Most manufacturers suggest that filler lasts anywhere from 8 to 18 months, however some research publications report that filler may last longer - even several years.

Commonly treated areas or reasons to have filler include:

Lip augmentation
Cheekbone augmentation
Tear troughs
Chin
Jawline
Nasolabial folds & marionette lines
Facial asymmetry
Scars