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Dr. Charles Mok explained why droopy eyelids are a common concern and just what we can do to combat this sign of aging with Botox®, Xeomin®, Fraxel® laser resurfacing, and other laser treatments.

With many cosmetic procedures and age defying technology reaching the forefront of the new age, it is understandable to have a few questions that need to be addressed, especially when it comes to the most popular of them all, cosmetic injections. Here at Allure Medical, we will break down our most commonly asked questions, with the biggest one being, how many units of Botox® do I need?

A lip filler treatment involves injecting a substance to create more volume in the lips. A lip flip treatment involves injecting a neurotoxin such as Botox® to allow the outer muscles to weaken and the inner muscles to turn the lip out slightly. Which one is right for you? Dr. Mok explains the pros and cons of each.

Lip enhancement is a common cosmetic procedure. We can think of lip enhancement in two ways: making the lip fuller and more attractive or restoring lost lip volume due to aging and environmental effects. So, what can go wrong?

One of the most asked questions about Botox® is, "How often should I get it?" The answer is not as simple as you may think because everyone is different and desires different results. Master injector, Dr. Charles Mok goes into great detail about Botox® injection timing and what to watch out for when getting your treatment.

Botox® is a household name, and if you are reading this, you may be familiar with Botox®, or just learning about it. Botox® is a neuromodulator that blocks messages from the nerve to the muscle to lessen the appearance of wrinkles as well as to improve the appearance of your face through lifting things like your eyebrows or corners of your mouth.

The most common thing I hear is “I don’t want to be too big, I have a friend with crazy big lips”. To this I respond, “the crazy big lips are not a direct result of the lip filler, it is from the addiction to lip filler”.

The effects of Botox can fade over time. Read about this process and how you can prevent it.

In this article, we go over a brief overview of BTX, the top mistakes most inexperienced injectors make, and the proper use of BTX.

Lips are an important feature of our appearance and body language, second only to our eyes.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, tummy tuck procedures have increased 70% over the past twelve years, which means that there are many people who are satisfied with the results they have seen in themselves as well as their family and friends. But there’s another procedure available, called the CombiTuck, a combination of liposuction and a tummy tuck, that offers a much shorter recovery time and lets patients go back to normal life in as little as a week.

Most women choose to get breast implants with the goal of increasing the size of their breasts. Deciding exactly how much to increase the size can be a complex process: the majority of women want to see a significant increase in size while also appearing natural, although some do prefer a more obviously enhanced look. Many considerations, including body type and personal preference, should be taken into account when determining the right cup size for your body. Your doctor will determine what is best.

Allure Medical has been offering Botox since 2004. We have been recognized as a top 10 practice in the USA for Botox and Filler from Allergan for several years. You can feel confident in the hands of our experienced and knowledgeable staff with Botox treatments for several cosmetic concerns. We have collaborated with our own Dr. Charles Mok D.O., to address our customers' concerns and most frequently asked questions regarding Botox.

Cold sore flare ups can be triggered by illness, cold weather or even stress. You can take an antiviral pill or use a topical antiviral medication to reduce the duration and severity of the outbreak. Keep in mind these options are more effective if used early before a blister forms.

Are you tired of all the fad diets, so-called magical weight loss pills and empty promises? Are you ready to make a lifestyle change and become a “new you” in the New Year? At Allure Medical, we offer the ORBERA® balloon, a weight loss procedure that averages a 3x weight loss when compared to diet and exercise alone.

Lower eyelid bags can make you look older and more tired than you actually are. These bags and shadows are usually caused by lower eyelid fat pouches that are bulging in combination with hollowing of the upper cheek in an area called the “tear trough”.