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Some of the most popular treatments for effective cosmetic facial enhancement are injectable procedures like BOTOX^® Cosmetic or those that involve dermal filler solutions such as JUVÉDERM^® products. BOTOX^® Cosmetic and dermal fillers share many similarities, including the ability to temporarily smooth away wrinkles and…

Dr. Charles Perry, the Medical Director of Chrysalis Cosmetics, discusses the breast augmentation procedure and answers common questions about implant safety, candidacy, and the recovery process. Sacramento, CA – A recent report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reveals that breast augmentation continues to…

JUVÉDERM^® has maintained its position as one of the most popular injectable dermal fillers for many years. This particular injectable can help many women and men rejuvenate their facial appearance without the need for surgery and long recovery times. “JUVÉDERM^®” is often used as an…

When the breasts begin to develop a sagging or “drooping” appearance, this typically indicates that a condition called breast ptosis has set in. It’s important to know that breast ptosis is extremely common, and often develops over time as the natural aging process causes the…

Chrysalis Cosmetics strives to create the best experience for our patients. One of the recent advances we have been utilizing is the Transversus Abdominis Plane block, or “TAP” block. The TAP block provides pain control during and after tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty). Dr. Charles Perry…

It may surprise you to know that a “double-chin” created by a collection of excess fat or inelastic skin in the upper neck is not only very common, but can even affect individuals who are in excellent physical shape. The appearance of a double-chin can…

Have you ever noticed an extra lump in front of your armpit above your breast? We refer to it as the fatty upper breast area (FUBA). Like the “FUPA” (fatty upper pubic area) but located just above the breast, this common condition can be extremely…

Furrows between the brows and creases that develop on the forehead over time are very common concerns among both women and men. Fortunately, there are aesthetic enhancement procedures that can significantly minimize signs of these concerns and create smoother skin and a more youthful, relaxed…

A breast lift, medically referred to as “mastopexy,” is designed to address concerns that millions of women face at some point in their lives: the collection of excess, inelastic skin among the breasts that results in a sagging appearance. Breast lift surgery removes the excess…

The forehead is a highly expressive part of our face, and the brow region can often show whether someone is surprised, frustrated, confused, or sad. Over time, the natural process of aging can make the lines and creases that form on the forehead a more…