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Is Obama responsible for boosting Botox and Injectable Filler Sales?
The media is reporting that Botox and dermal filler sales are receiving a major boost from the inauguration festivities, both in the Washington, DC area and across the eastern seaboard as people prepare for celebrations. Are other doctors seeing this trend, or is this just hype?
Hype
The story is some hype and some reality. The fact that the media continues to focus on the trend for people to use injectables to improve their appearance creates advertising which reinforces the validity of the rumor or story (true or otherwise) it started from.
Dermal fillers are gel-like substances injected beneath the skin to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. The most common fillers are based on hyaluronic acid (HA), a naturally occurring substance in the body. Different filler formulations are designed for different depths and areas of the face.
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons recommends choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon for any cosmetic procedure.
