Dr. Laurie Casas interview with Marta Walsh

Marta Walsh:

Where does your passion for plastic surgery come from? Dr. Laurie Casas: My passion for plastic surgery comes from a life long desire to make a difference in peoples' lives and the opportunity to express myself artistically.

MW:

Why patients are no longer keeping their injectable treatments a secret? DR. LC: People know longer feel it is necessary to keep their injectable treatments a secret because these treatments are safe, reliable and affordable when performed by properly trained physicians.

MW:

Why injectable treatments became so popular with so many patients men & women? DR. LC: Injectable treatments are popular because they are safe and reliable and actually deliver predictable results which allow people to feel and look their best.

MW:

Why is it easy to fall in love with Botox? DR. LC: Like most injectable products, Botox Cosmetic delivers predictable, safe and affordable results when performed by properly trained physicians.

MW:

How much injectable treatments hurt physically and our pockets? Can we really afford it? DR. LC: Much like a hair cut or a new pair of shoes, most people budget for injectable treatments.

MW:

Which other great facts or findings you would like to share with us about injectable treatments? DR. LC: The key is to match your expectations and budget with the procedure that will safety and effectively deliver results by a qualified provider.

MW:

How can we decide on which type of injectable treatments works best with our skin? DR. LC: The best way to know what may or may not work for you is to discuss your objectives with a trained physician.

MW:

What is the difference between BOTOX Cosmetic & Juvederm? DR. LC: BOTOX Cosmetic is a neurotoxin that selectively paralyzes muscles that produce facial expressions that give us a sad, tired or an aged appearance. Fillers like Juvederm fill or lift lines or facial depressions that give us a more aged appearance.

MW:

Is there any recovery time necessary after injectable treatments? DR. LC: Not unless you have injection site bruising.

MW:

Aside from injectable treatments which other skincare tips can you share with us? DR. LC: It is important to hydrate your skin, protect yourself from direct sunlight and wind with sun block that blocks UVA and UVB rays, exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet and rest.

MW:

What are some your passions besides your work? DR. LC: I like to spend time with my family and I enjoy sports like scuba diving and skiing.