Mesotherapy fat dissolving/ melting treatments involve injections into fats of the face, neck and body (lipodissolve). The most common ingredients used are phosphatidylcholine and deoxycholate (e.g. Kybella/ Belkyra). Injection lipolysis is banned in Singapore and several countries. Learn about the complications and side effects of fat reduction injections in this review....
Laugh lines (nasolabial folds), jowls, turkey necks and loose skin are some of the signs of sagging in the face and neck. This review explains why sagging occurs and some of the non-surgical treatments to snap back snagging skin in Singapore- HIFU (Ulthera) vs Thermage; dermal fillers, Botulinum toxin dermalift and Hybrid Cooperative Complex Injectable Moisturiser. Anti-aging food and skincare for prevention are also discussed....
Filler injections can go wrong if dermal fillers are over injected. Pillow face, sunset eyes, Avatar nose, filler fatigue, flowerhorn forehead and witch's chin are some telltale signs of too much dermal fillers. Learn about these signs and alternatives to avoid them before getting dermal filler injections....
Besides removing wrinkles and jaw slimming, Botox can be used for body contouring (e.g. shoulders and legs); lifting the face and neck; treating excessive sweating and slimming the nose. Learn about the off-label uses of Botulinum toxin in Singapore in this review. Some of these uses may surprise you!...
Learn how trapezius Botox aka TrapTox is performed, what studies show about botulinum toxin for shoulder contouring, and the risks to shoulder strength and function....
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that causes redness, flushing, blood vessels (telangiectasias) and acne. Learn about the triggers for rosacea, causes and types of rosacea. Skincare and medical treatments for rosacea are also reviewed in this blogpost....
Dr Rachel Ho explains acne treatment in Singapore, including topical medication, isotretinoin, hormonal therapy, LED, peels and selected lasers....
Bruxism refers to teeth clenching or grinding. This often lead to headaches, jaw pain, teeth damage and enlarged jaw muscles (masseter hypertrophy). Learn about the causes of bruxism and how to treat teeth clenching with jaw Botulinum toxin injections and mouth night guards....
Profhilo is a bioremodelling injection that hydrates and builds collagen and elastin in the skin. This injectable moisturiser contains hyaluronic acid is now available in Singapore. Is Profhilo worth it? Discussing the science and results of Profhilo in this review....
Botox vs Fillers: Everything you need to know about the differences, uses, results in Singapore in this review. Essentially, Botox relaxes muscles and wrinkles; dermal fillers contour the face and replace lost volume. Myomodulation with dermal fillers is a new technique to improve facial muscle dynamics. Learn about botox, dermal fillers and myomodulation in this educational post....