The Greenwich Medical Spa is the top provider of Botox and Dermal Fillers in Fairfield County.  Here an "US Weekly" article featuring Courtneney Cox and her beauty secrets!  The star has found alternative methods to reverse the signs of aging.  Check full article here>

Courteney Cox hasn't found the elusive fountain of youth, but she has found alternative methods for turning back the hands of time.

The Cougar Town actress, 48, covers the premiere issue of New You magazine and speaks candidly about using Botox and other anti-aging treatments.

"You know what, I'm game for anything. I'm very open to trying to prolong the inevitable," the single star admits. "I'm a big laser believer -- I really think they are the wave of the future. I just did Ulthera, which is supposed to produce collagen, and I'm about to do Fraxel, which will get rid of all these brown spots off my arms, chest and face."

In addition to moisturizing daily, Cox is trying to drink water more regularly and in larger quantities. "I'm on this kick where I'm gonna try to drink 64 ounces a day. It's so hard," the actress says. "I can get the first 32 down, no problem. That second bottle is tough but when I do, I feel different."

Cox -- mom to daughter Coco, 8, with ex David Arquette- isn't looking forward to turning 50 in 2014. "That's gonna be brutal," she tells the magazine. "I'm not that interested in that! That sounds different. It feels different. I think it's hard, the fact that there's a certain age that we can't have kids anymore. My doctor told me today that he just delivered a baby and the woman was 48.  It's like, that's awesome, but it's rare. It's a miracle, you know?" Since an early age, the Friends star has been worried about getting older.

"Beauty has always been a big part of my childhood and my life. My mother is a very beautiful woman -- she wasn't a career woman, she's a mother of four -- and looks were really important to her. She's always been into vitamins and creams and she's never had any plastic surgery. She's just aged beautifully and naturally," Cox tells Ney You. "My dad was into looks as well, so I grew up with a family that cared a lot about that. It's a little hard because you think Hollywood is tough -- well, it was pretty tough in my own family!"

Though she takes pride in her appearance, the Alabama native insists she feels most beautiful when she's au naturale. "I feel the best after I've worked out, when I have no make-up on and my skin is flushed."

Fillers…Botox…or both? Dr Jean and Alastair Carruthers and Dr Shannon Humphrey, in this VIP Wrinkle Treatment article> teach us the difference between Dermal Fillers and Botox, and how you can benefit from both treatments.


When it comes to the fight against fine lines there are seemingly endless options for giving your complexion a youthful boost. We’ve all heard of Botox thanks to the spate of celebrities who use it, but what about fillers, the other option for smooth, line-free skin? If you’re not sure what the difference is, or how to tell which option is best for you, we’re here to help.
To learn more we turned to some well-known experts in the field: Doctors Jean and Alastair Carruthers, known for discovering Botox for its cosmetic use today and their colleague, Dr. Shannon Humphrey.


Betting on Botox
One of the most familiar ways to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles, Botox Cosmetic is a brand of neuromodulator (other brands include Dysport® and Xeomin®). “These treatments work by causing facial muscles to relax temporarily,” explains Dr. Alastair Carruthers. “Botox effectively treats frown lines, forehead lines, crow’s feet, lip lines, and many other wrinkles that result from facial expression.”

You’ve seen how Botox can take years off your favorite stars (and maybe even a few or your friends), but is it right for you? The advantages speak for themselves. “Botox is an excellent treatment for many types of patients,” says Dr. Jean Carruthers. Someone in their late 20s or early 30s might choose Botox to help prevent wrinkles and enhance their complexion. Older patients may opt for the treatment to soften existing lines and prevent new ones from forming, she explains. “In truth nearly every cosmetic patient can benefit from Botox as a component of their cosmetic treatment and maintenance plan.” Most importantly, Botox has an excellent established safety record and is the most popular cosmetic procedure worldwide.

Focus on fillers
Like Botox, fillers are an injectable treatment used to tackle some of the most frustrating signs of aging, but unlike Botox they don’t relax facial muscles, but instead work to fill creases and “plump” the skin. “Soft tissue fillers can be used to restore a semblance of youth through the replacement of lost tissue volume well as filling folds and wrinkles,” explains Dr. Humphrey. Whether you want Angelina Jolie’s luscious lips, or you’re hoping to rid you face of frown lines, there’s a filler that can help.

Botox and fillers: Can you get both?
While you might think that Botox and fillers can only be used separately, they’re actually better together (kind of like chocolate and peanut butter, or strawberries and champagne). Botox is often used in conjunction with fillers (and even lasers) to enhance the overall results of those treatments. “Botox and fillers are a perfect combination,” says Dr. Carruthers.
Botox and fillers perform differently, so a combination of those treatment works better than either treatment alone. Botox paralyzes the underlying facial muscle, while fillers plump the skin and smooth out fine lines and wrinkles. “Together they provide the most soft and natural looking improvement in facial appearance and age related cosmetic concerns. In many cases soft tissue filler will last longer when used with Botox,” Dr. Carruthers explains. Talk to your doctor to determine which treatment path is right for you.

Between Botox and fillers you should have no trouble finding a skin smoothing solution that works for you. Wrinkles and fine lines don’t stand a chance against either, and if you really want a put stop to aging skin — use a combination of both.

Could Botox prevent wrinkles? Botox is becoming one of the most popular non surgical treatment, not only for mature patients but also between young adults. The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery explains how Botox could prevent or delay the formation of wrinkles. Original article here>

Botox is for people who already have signs of aging, right? Not always. Some plastic surgeons who give injections of the cosmetic medicine say they are seeing younger patients - those without any visible wrinkles - seeking out treatment. This "preventative Botox" may seem silly to some, but the injectable cosmetic may actually be able to stop wrinkles before they start.

The panic of the 30s
There's no hard deadline for when wrinkles begin to form - certain habits, like smoking or spending too much time in the sun, can expedite the appearance of fine lines on the face. Genetics also plays a factor in how an individual will age. But some young adults may begin to "panic" around age 30, when the first traces of wrinkles start to appear. "With 30 kind of looming around the corner, you start to panic a little," Lisa Parsons, a 29-year-old Botox patient, told Arizona's CBS5. "To me, if I prevent it, I can't get the wrinkle in the first place."  Parsons has been getting Botox since she was 26. She explained to the news source that she and others like her are eager to maintain the youthful glow of the 20s.

Does it work? 
Are people like Parsons victims of wishful thinking, or can starting Botox treatments early really make a difference later down the road? According to one medical professional who provides Botox, early injections can help. "If you can't move the muscle, you can't move the skin. You can't form a wrinkle," the registered nurse told the news source. In other words, because Botox freezes the muscles that cause wrinkles, patients may be able to delay the appearance of fine lines around the eyes, mouth and forehead by getting Botox earlier in life.

The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) reports that in 2011, Botox was the most common procedure for people between the ages of 35 and 50. Botox injections were also the most common non-surgical procedure that year, with a total of 2,169,739 injections performed by ASAPS doctors. This shows that people of all ages are turning to the cosmetic treatment to help reduce or eliminate signs of aging.

A patient who undergoes his or her first injection of Botox can expect to see results within five to 10 days after the treatment. They will not need another injection for four to six months, at which time they will regain the ability to move the affected facial muscles.

The Greenwich Medical Spa is a top provider for Botox, Juvederm and Restylane in Stamford County.  Look what they want for Christmas down under this year! Article by the Herald Sun in Australia  View the original article here >

FORGET perfume and jewellery - gift vouchers for Botox and lip fillers are shaping up as a popular gift to find under the tree this Christmas.

Cosmetic surgeon Georgina Konrat from Brisbane Cosmetic Clinic at Annerley said people had already started buying the vouchers for family and friends.

''Oh gosh yes, that started a good six weeks ago. People are buying Botox and lip sculptures,'' she said.

''Girls and husbands buy for their girlfriends and wives.''

Dr Konrat said the lip filler was particularly popular and seemed less scary for some.

Dr Konrat said many of the vouchers were for ``first timers'', although she would never force someone to stick to the procedure written on the voucher.

''The odd very generous person will buy a gift voucher for a new pair of breasts. Not regularly, but it does happen,'' she said.

Dr Konrat said her clients range from 19-year-old "preventers'' to women over 50.
Sally Scanlan from Clinic Aesthetic at South Brisbane agreed people had bought vouchers for Botox and fillers.

She said some people turned up for their first time after having been given a gift voucher but no-one was ever forced to go through with the procedure.
''We're booked out weeks in advance for Botox and fillers particularly around this time of year. ,'' she said.

AMA Queensland president Dr Alex Markwell said anyone considering cosmetic procedures or surgery should do thorough research to ensure they understand all the potential risks and complications.

''It is also a good idea to check the credentials of the practitioner to ensure they are adequately trained. Anyone thinking about having an elective or cosmetic procedure should seek advice from their GP," he said. 

Have you been thinking about getting BOTOX in Greenwich?  Here's a fun article from Chicago Now Blogger Lucy Lloyd on making the decision to use BOTOX and Dermal Fillers after turning 40.  To see the original article and other posts from Lucy click here >

By Lucy Lloyd, Monday at 3:57 pm

A needle here, a needle there: preparing for non-invasive cosmetic procedure.

In my twenties, I made fun of women who had plastic surgery. My mother's friends were starting to quietly get a few nips and tucks and I vowed I would age gracefully and gratefully; I would be proud of my wrinkles. Any lines on my face would be badges of honor, I proclaimed with all the fervor of youth.

Annoying fervor of youth.

In my thirties, blessed with the clear, fair-skinned genetics of my mother and grandmother, I still pooh-poohed plastic surgery. After all, I was  regularly carded in my late thirties, with people thinking I was my children's older sister. Obviously, I was going to be one of those women who age well. Oh yes, I was filled with the self-righteous hubris that is fueled by a complete disconnect with reality.

And then I hit forty.

Suddenly, the creases under my eyes that once went away after a good night's sleep were permanent. Suddenly, I was willing to listen to the discussions among my friends of the latest injectables and surgical treatments. My prideful disdain disappeared between one stick of concealer and the next.

Apparently, I'm not the only one.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, cosmetic plastic surgery is on the rise. Overall, there was a 2 percent increase in all cosmetic surgical procedures, with nearly 1.6 million procedures performed in 2011.

But that's nothing compared to the number of minimally invasive cosmetic procedures being done. According to the ASPS,

Cosmetic minimally-invasive procedures increased 6 percent, with nearly 12.2 million procedures in 2011.

Soft tissue fillers like hyaluronic acid (Restylane®, Juvederm Ultra®, etc.), calcium hydroxylapatite (Radiesse®), and fat injections experienced some of the largest growth in the minimally-invasive market during 2011. More than 1.3 million hylauronic acid procedures were performed in 2011, up 9 percent; 286,000 calcium hydroxylapatite procedures, up 36 percent; and 68,000 fat injections, up 19 percent.

Yes, please.

This is the good stuff, my friends. The creases around your mouth? They can fix that. The permanent furrow between your eyes? No problem. Those nasty wrinkles (Laugh lines? Do you see me laughing?) that don't go away after a good night's rest? GONE.

GONE. GONE. GONE.

The lure of smoother skin is a siren call I always thought I'd be able to resist. What once seemed like a moral failing- we should be grateful for every year, every wrinkle is hard earned, yadda yadda blah blah blah- now seems like a consummation devoutly to be wished.

Does this make me vain? Shallow? Perhaps. Or, maybe that twenty-something who scorned cosmetic surgery didn't know what she was talking about. Aren't we supposed to learn as we grow older? Improve ourselves? Yes, age brings wrinkles...and wisdom, too.

A friend of mine is in the public eye, and she's my go-to expert on the latest and greatest in cosmetic procedures. As a woman in her profession, she feels the pressure to look young and fresh-faced. "I don't want to look 30 again," she says. "I just want to look the best I can." Sounds good to me.

And if we're honest, don't many of us have a secret list of things we'd "fix" if we had the courage/time/money? I sure do. I'm not quite ready, yet, but when I do (and it's a question of when, not if) get injected or lifted or botoxed, I'm not going to be ashamed about it. Not one little damn bit.

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Perspectives from three women on what they will and won't do for beauty - from Oprah Magazine. 

What is it that finally pushes a woman into doing something about her anxious little frown lines, her mousy hair, or whatever she's (more or less) "accepted" about her looks? Three women step up to O's beauty challenge and discover what they can and can't live with. 

A Shot At Gorgeous
Millions of women are looking remarkably fresh and rested thanks to tiny injections of a botulinum toxin. Why wasn't Valerie Monroe one of them?

The Laser's Edge
After a few false starts, Jessica Winter finally stops turning red.

Fair-Haired Girl
She was blonde as a child. Stung by strangers' comments, Celia Barbour decides to reclaim her birthright.
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According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), Botox injections have been the most common non-surgical procedure performed by plastic surgeons since the year 2000. In 2010, more than 2.4 million individuals in the U.S. received Botox injections.
But while Botox is commonly used to treat crow's feet, laugh lines and other wrinkles, it may also have other non-cosmetic benefits.

In 2010, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of Botox to treat migraine headaches. According to WebMD, the FDA suggests Botox when used to treat chronic migraines be given at intervals of about 12 weeks as multiple injections around the head and neck to try to dull future headache symptoms.

The drug, which is a form of botulinium toxin type A, is also used to treat more than 20 other conditions, including muscle spasms and excessive sweating. Scientists are currently testing Botox's efficacy in treating conditions such as asthma.
 Experts say Botox often provides positive cosmetic results with few side effects. However, its effects are not permanent and injections need to be repeated every three to six months for the best results.

There are ways that individuals can ensure the best outcome when using Botox for cosmetic reasons, according to WebMD. The health website recommends those planning on getting Botox injections avoid bruising by abstaining from taking aspirin or ibuprofen, which can thin the blood, for two weeks prior to treatment. Most importantly, those who want the best possible outcome are advised to seek out a physician that is board-certified in dermatology or plastic surgery.

While there are several options available when it comes to injectable treatments, experts recommend speaking with your physician to discuss your areas of concern, and to hear the options they suggest before making a decision.  The Greenwich Medical Spa is the leading provider of BOTOX in Fairfield County.

If you have been considering this procedure, visit our Greenwich BOTOX page for more information.

Prevention's January cover story features Kristin Chenoweth, on newsstands this week. This cover is particularly timely as Kristin will be hosting and performing at the American Country Music Awards on Monday, December 5, on FOX.

On if she's had plastic surgery and why she's happy to talk about it:

No, no work.  But I get Botox regularly, and I'm very happy to talk about why.  When I was thirty-five, I was having debilitating migraines about once a week.  I went to my doctor in New York, and she said she wanted to give me five shots of Botox across my eyebrows.  And I said, 'Oh, no. I make my living through my facial expressions.' And she said, 'You're not going to have a living if you can't work.' So I let her do it, and I haven't had a full-blown headache since.  Every six months, five shots right here [motions across her eyebrows].  I'm thankful for it.

On not being on Glee this season:

I'm sad, because I love April Rhodes and so does the audience.  It just goes to show that people love a good drunk, I guess! 

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WOWT interviewed a patient and Thomas Franco, MD, Methodist Physicians Clinic HealthWest Physical Therapy, about using Botox for hyperhydrosis (excessive sweating).

The Greenwich Medical Spa is the leading provider of BOTOX in Fairfield County.  To learn more about the cosmetic uses of this product visit our Greenwich BOTOX page.

Quick lift before the Holidays?

 If you are looking to rejuvenate and refresh your skin but can’t afford the down time, then a Liquid Face Lift may be the option for you. The Liquid Face Lift involves the use of advanced dermal fillers, such as Restylane or Perlane, usually in combination with BOTOX® to augment diminished, sunken facial features like cheeks, cheek bones, temples, nasolabial folds (smile lines) and lines around the mouth and lower face, as well as eliminate or diminish wrinkles around the eyes, forehead and frown lines.

    
Unlike a surgical facelift, a Liquid Face Lift can typically be done in around an hour, requires no sedation, and with little or no downtime. With our affordable area pricing, combined with rebates of up to $450 (through December 31), now is the time to do these procedures.  

To learn more about Liquid Face Lift and Dermal Fillers in Fairfield County, visit our Greenwich Dermal fillers or Greenwich BOTOX page.