News about the cosmetic industry’s newest fat-melting miracle product is spreading everywhere in 2017. Belkyra, known as Kybella in the United States, has been marketed heavily by Allergan who purchased the product’s maker, Kythera in 2015 for $2.1 billion. According to Carly Helfand of www.fiercepharma.com.
In the first three quarters of 2016, Kybella earned $38.2 million, but trends show that sales are on the rise because they recorded more than a third of that amount in the third quarter with $14.2 million and the earnings have been increasing since. With the explosion of patient testimonials and advertising finally reaching the average […]
Belkyra is the latest, innovative, non-surgical treatment available to shrink fat and its benefits are amazing. Belkyra is also known as Kybella in the United States. Deoxycholic acid is a bile salt found naturally in the body which helps to emulsify fats as well as other functions. Kybella, or Belkyra, is a synthetic form of this, used for injectable cosmetic treatment. Belkyra destroys fat cells where it is injected. Belkyra has been approved for the treatment of moderate to severe submental or, “double chin” fat in Canada and the US.
Stubborn fat deposits under the chin can be a frustration for […]
Extra fat below the jaw – or the dreaded “double chin” – can make even the most youthful adult appear older and overweight. For patients wishing to rid themselves of this extra bulk, it used to be that the only option was surgery. Today however, there is an effective non-surgical treatment available called Belkyra.
What is Belkyra?
Belkyra is an injectable prescription medication that works by destroying the fat cells that cause submental (“under the chin”) fat. The treatment is recommended for adults who have moderate to severe cases of submental fat (or a double chin).
The active ingredient is deoxycholic acid which […]
These post-treatment instructions have been created to prepare you for your recovery following Botox® and injectable fillers. They will help you care for the treated site. Following these instructions will maximize your opportunity for uncomplicated wound healing and optimize the likelihood of an excellent cosmetic outcome.
Post-operative CourseThe healing time for a given procedure varies between different patients. The following represents the general recovery you might expect following your facial injection. Individual patients may experience variations from this course.
Day 1-3:Most patients return to normal within a couple hours of the procedure! A few experience some swelling, redness, discomfort and possibly bruising […]
Integras, Proportio, et Claritas (harmony, proportion, and clarity)
-St. Thomas Aquinas, defining beauty
Extensive research examining the concepts of physical beauty has found that there are particular facial features that contribute to a person’s attractiveness.
The height of your forehead.
The shape of your eyebrows.
The size of your eyes and the distance between both.
The shape of your nose.
The length and height of your lips.
Your complexion, as defined by clarity, an even texture and uniform tone.
The Universal Traits of True Facial BeautyWith the exception of your complexion (which is based on clarity, texture and tone), true facial beauty relies on the pleasing […]
We know that the use of cosmetic dermal fillers in Toronto is on the rise and now more than ever, regular people are seeking these minimally invasive, quick fix cosmetic treatments to restore lost volume and rejuvenate their looks. There are many advances in the cosmetic industry every year and 2017 has so far brought a variety of new dermal filler products as well. Some dermal filler lines have developed specialized products in recent years for specific areas of the face. These include Juvederm Voluma which adds volume to the midface, Juvederm Volift which targets nasolabial folds and marionette lines, […]
