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Tox Pricing
Per-unit pricing is a common and perfectly acceptable marketing strategy for clinics, and you may often see Dysport advertised at $3 or $4 per unit. Some clinics use a more diluted Dysport preparation, which can require about 3 times the amount to achieve the same result, so the lower per-unit price can be less meaningful. At Muse, we prefer a tighter reconstitution because it helps us achieve the desired result more efficiently. Not every forehead requires the same treatment
Mar 26


Ozempic Face?
Everyone on social is seeing the new trending topic of “Ozempic face.” But in clinical practice, practitioners may also notice another categorical effect of this medication. So is there a possible upside to “Ozempic face”? What is Ozempic Face? “Ozempic face” is the pop‑culture nickname for when rapid weight loss from trendy diabetes/weight‑loss shots (GLP‑1s) leaves your once-plump, filtered-looking face suddenly gaunt, saggy, and a little bit Tim Burton chic. What’s the nua
Mar 1


Acne Scars: What Really Works?
Acne scars are stubborn, but they are absolutely treatable with the right plan and the right provider. The strongest evidence shows that more invasive, collagen‑remodeling procedures like ablative CO2 laser and subcision can deliver bigger, faster changes than gentler options such as microneedling alone. Types of Acne Scars (Why It Matters) Not all scars behave the same, so matching the treatment to the scar type is critical. Icepick scars: Deep, narrow pits that look like e
Feb 23


Can Zinc Help Your Botox Last Longer?
All currently available injectable botulinum neuromodulators (Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, Jeuveau, Daxxify, etc.) use a botulinum neurotoxin light chain that functions as a zinc‑dependent endopeptidase (metalloprotease). All the neuromodulator brands are different formulations of the same type of enzyme: it’s a tiny protein that needs zinc to work and cuts a docking protein inside the nerve ending so the nerve can’t release its signal. The brands differ in their accessory protein
Jan 25


COVID-19 could effect Botox duration, experts say.
After COVID-19, many practitioners and patients alike started to notice a decline in the longevity of botulinum toxin (BTX) treatments, such as Botox Cosmetic®, Dysport®, Xeomin®, and Jeuveau®. One of the first experts to speak on this subject was Dr. Raj Acquilla, a global lecturer and trainer in the field of aesthetics. Featured in The Telegraph's 2021 article, Dr. Acquilla speculated the phenomenon being related to the body's inflammatory response after COVID-19 infection.
Feb 15, 2024


How Long Does Hyaluronic Acid Filler Really Last?
MRI Studies, Dissolving, and Metabolism Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers are marketed as “temporary,” but newer MRI studies suggest they can last much longer in certain areas than the usual 6–12‑month estimates. At the same time, they remain reversible with hyaluronidase, and individual metabolism still plays a big role in how long results look good. MRI Evidence: Fillers Last Longer Than We Thought Traditional patient info sheets often say HA fillers last about 6–18 months, dep
May 10, 2021
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