Dr. Mariotti's Blog

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BOTOX® has become a household name in injectable wrinkle treatments and has decades of proven results behind it. However, several other injectable neuromodulators that work in a similar way have entered the market over the years, with the most recent addition being a BOTOX alternative called DAXXIFY®.

What Is DAXXIFY®?

Like BOTOX, DAXXIFY is a botulinum toxin injection that smooths away fine lines and wrinkles caused by repeated facial movements and muscle contractions. Injectable neurotoxins like BOTOX and DAXXIFY use the same active ingredient — purified botulinum toxin type A — to temporarily inhibit those muscle contractions that cause expression lines,

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Summer is the best time of year in the Bay to get out and enjoy that California weather we all pay top dollar for. It’s natural to want to look your best and put a fresh face forward when hitting festivals, concerts, pools and beaches, and wherever your summer fun takes you.

And we have a suggestion for significantly smoother and more youthful skin: HydraFacial MD. This turbocharged facial treatment can help you look your best on an upcoming trip or simply feel more vibrant all summer long. Let’s take a closer look at all this amazing treatment has to offer.

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Injectable fillers continue to top the charts as one of the most popular cosmetic treatments year after year, thanks to their ability to reduce lines and wrinkles without surgery or downtime. But if you’re longing for a longer-lasting wrinkle treatment option, Sculptra® just might be your favorite new filler.

Take a look at three of the top benefits of Sculptra to see if this filler could be right for you.

1. Gradual, Natural-Looking Results

Sculptra is made of a biodegradable compound called poly-L-lactic acid, which has been used in dissolvable sutures for decades.

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Whether you hit the ski slopes this winter or hunkered down and waited for warmer, dryer spring air, your skin might need a little pick-me-up now that winter is in the rearview mirror. Cooler temperatures and chilly winds can cause skin dryness, dullness and redness. See how to spring clean your daily skincare regimen while sprinkling in a few skincare treatments for a brighter complexion.

Add Exfoliation

Exfoliation speeds up the cell turnover process by removing old flaky skin cells from the surface so they can be replaced with fresh cells underneath. Add an alpha hydroxy acid cleanser to your daily skincare regimen for extra exfoliation during the week.

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Med spa treatments have become increasingly popular as a way to address a wide range of cosmetic concerns, including signs of aging, acne, and sun damage. For first-time patients, it might feel like a challenge to navigate the many different treatments available. To help you get oriented, let’s take a look at some of the most popular med spa treatments at MSpa, including injectables, chemical peels and facials, and laser skin rejuvenation.

Injectables

Dermal fillers and BOTOX® Cosmetic are two of the most popular injectable treatments we offer. Dermal fillers are used to add volume to the face and can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles,

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Most people considering a tummy tuck already know that the goal of the procedure is to improve the appearance of the abdomen by removing excess skin and fat and tightening the muscles of the abdominal wall. But what you may not know is an abdominoplasty can have a surprising functional benefit: the potential to alleviate back pain.

How It Works

There are several ways in which a tummy tuck can improve back pain. One way is through the rebalancing of weight following removal of excess skin and fat in the abdominal area. When the abdomen is overly large or sagging,

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