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Kevin Johnson, MD, FACS Blog

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Dermal Filler Cost, Ingredients & More: Your FAQs, Answered (Updated 2024)

Hollow cheeks, thinning lips, bags under the eyes---we're all familiar with the common signs of aging that nearly everyone experiences. And while facelifts and other surgical procedures are solutions for some people, nonsurgical treatments can be just as effective for many people. Some of the most popular options are dermal fillers such as Restylane®. While …

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What To Know About CoolSculpting® Before and After Treatment That the Ads Don’t Tell You (Updated 2024)

With the help of celebrity spokespeople such as Molly Sims, CoolSculpting® treatment has become increasingly popular, taking the aesthetics industry by storm. As a provider of CoolSculpting Elite body contouring, I can attest to the incredible results it can provide. However, the ads fail to mention a few aspects of CoolSculpting. As a doctor, I …

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Top 10 List: Qualities of a Really Good Cosmetic Injectables Practice

Neuromodulators likeDysport® and dermal fillers like Restylane® and Perlane® are wildly popular worldwide. According to most research of cosmetic trends worldwide, both of these two entirely different treatments are annually the most commonly performed, everywhere. In my opinion, the reason people, including my dermal filler and Dysport patients in Coeur d'Alene, like these treatments is their …

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Why More Patients Are Choosing Nonsurgical Facelift Alternatives (Updated 2026)

More patients are choosing nonsurgical facelift alternatives because they offer natural-looking results with less downtime, fewer risks, and a more flexible, personalized approach to facial rejuvenation. Whil I do not perform surgical facelifts, I do offer alternatives like liquid facelifts, laser skin tightening, and other nonsurgical skin rejuvenation treatments that deliver excellent results. These facelift …

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Dysport® vs. BOTOX®: What’s the Difference and Which Is Better? (Updated 2026)

Dysport® and BOTOX® Cosmetic are injectable neuromodulators that temporarily relax specific facial muscles to soften expression lines and wrinkles. Both can produce natural-looking results when administered appropriately, but differences in formulation, dosing, onset, and how the products behave after injection can influence which treatment is best for you. At Advanced Aesthetics, I have extensive experience …

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How Does VISIA® Skin Analysis Improve Your Skin Care Plan? (Updated 2026)

VISIA® Skin Analysis is an advanced imaging system that evaluates visible and underlying skin concerns to create a more personalized and effective skin care plan. By analyzing factors such as wrinkles, pigmentation, pores, UV damage, and skin texture, VISIA provides a detailed picture of your skin’s overall health. As one of the few cosmetic surgeons …

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How Long Does CO2 Laser Last: Answers to SmartSkin™ Laser FAQs (Updated 2023)

The first thing other people see when they look at you is your face. Sadly, as we age we wear our ‘wisdom’ there as a collection of wrinkles, age spots, and deep lines. Fortunately, I have been treating my patients with a nonsurgical technique to help them look younger than they are. This breakthrough is …

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Are There any Do-Overs in Life?

I remember playing backyard baseball as a kid. At some point, every day someone would swing and miss and then shout “do-over!" I don’t think do-overs are anywhere in the official rules of baseball, but everyone in our backyard knew what that meant - one more pitch. Sadly, life doesn’t always give us do-overs but …

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