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Who is the Best Candidate for Kybella®?
Considering Kybella® in the Boston area? This non-surgical fat reduction injectable treatment is designed to reduce chin fat that contributes to a double chin, helping to refine facial contours without the need for surgery or anesthesia. If you’ve been researching Kybella® injections for non-surgical double chin removal, here’s what to know about who qualifies. Kybella® …
Not Just for Lips: Surprising Uses for Dermal Fillers
When most people hear “dermal fillers,” they immediately think of fuller lips—but that’s only one part of the story. From cheek enhancement to softening nasolabial folds, dermal fillers for Boston area patients offer a versatile way to refresh and balance facial contours. Dr. Holly Happe uses a range of advanced hyaluronic acid injections and non-hyaluronic …
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5 Amazing Benefits of Microneedling
What does microneedling do for your face? Our Newton, MA-based team at Dr. Happe Medical Aesthetics recommends this skin rejuvenation treatment for many people who want to restore a more youthful and refreshed appearance. Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that involves creating small puncture wounds on the skin using very tiny needles. Each …
3 Amazing Benefits of Chemical Peels
For those who want to know about chemical peel benefits for the skin, our Boston-area team at Dr. Happe Medical Aesthetics can explain everything you need to know about the popular skin rejuvenation treatment. During a chemical peel, a specialized solution is applied to the skin as a way of removing the outer layers and encouraging renewed …
Who Are the Best Candidates for Sculptra®?
Who is a candidate for Sculptra®? Our Newton, MA-based Dr. Happe Medical Aesthetics team knows this is something patients who are considering facial fillers will want to know more about when they’re deciding which option is best suited to them. Sculptra® is an FDA-approved injectable that contains a biocompatible substance called poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) that stimulates …
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What Helps to Boost Your Skin’s Collagen Production?
“Collagen” is a skin-related word you may see come up in skincare settings, but you may be wondering: What exactly iscollage, and how is it beneficial for your skin? To put it simply, collagen is a protein that stops the skin from sagging and gives it a pleasantly plump and youthful appearance. The substance is found …
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A Veterans Day Tribute from Dr. Happe Medical Aesthetics
Happy Veterans Day! Each year on Nov. 11, we salute our veterans and their loved ones. On this day, we want to recognize and thank those who have served our country honorably. Did you know that in 2022, there are an estimated 19 million veterans living in the United States? As a service-disabled veteran, Dr. …
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Does Kybella® Cause Swelling?
“How do I make Kybella® swelling go down?” Our Newton, MA-based team frequently hears this question from patients considering the fat-reducing treatment. Double chin reduction with Kybella® is generally a simple, straightforward procedure that doesn’t require much downtime. Swelling is the most common side effect, because of the inflammation that develops as the injections get to work …
What Should You Do If You Think Your BOTOX® Isn’t Working?
Squinting is a facial movement that can cause grooves to form in the skin over time. During the summer, we squint and wriggle our foreheads more, meaning it’s more likely for wrinkles to form around the eyes and on the forehead. Wrinkle injections can solve this issue by relaxing the muscles around the eyes, but …
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Which Areas Can Be Treated with Opus Plasma®?
The shape of our face and the quality of our skin continually change as we go through life. When we’re young, skin is plump because it contains an abundance of collagen, but the body no longer produces as much collagen as we get older, meaning that the skin gets thinner, weaker, and more prone to …
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