As summer's special events come upon us, we often find ourselves scrambling to look our best. Although there are many injectable services that can freshen you up in a hurry, I always suggest a two-week window to allow for the onset of Dysport, and the resolution of any potential bruising. Any time I inject the skin, there is a potential for bruising. Always allow enough time for healing after being injected before a big event. Although a bruise can be minimal, it can be very noticeable on the face. It is important to plan ahead.

Now is the ideal time to be scheduling your appointments for all of those upcoming summer events such as reunions, weddings, and parties. I always offer complimentary consultations. I do a complete facial assessment of both volume loss and lines of animation. Depending on your goals, I will supply you with a detailed treatment plan. It is important to remember to maintain balance when correcting areas of the face. Remember, my goal is to provide you with beautiful and natural results.

The most commonly treated area of the face are the "elevens" between the eyebrows. These lines are produced from constant animation of the corrugator muscles. Although Botox is a household name, Dysport is my preferred botulinum toxin for relaxing facial muscles. Is important to realize that it takes up to two weeks to fully onset after being treated with this type of product. That's why it is important to schedule your appointment at least two weeks before your special event.

When assessing volume loss, I can actually take 10 years off your face by replacing that lost volume. The products I most often use for volume replacement are hyaluronic acids: Voluma, Perlane, and Juvederm. For those of you with severe volume loss at your temples Sculptra the may be the appropriate treatment product.

Please schedule your free consultation with me by calling (208) 664-0165. Keep in mind the time frame for your special events this summer. In the meantime, stay cool. I can't wait to meet you.

Linda Owsley RN, BSN, is an image consultant and injection specialist at OwsleyPlasticSurgery.com.