FAQs
Nutrient IVs & Myer's Cocktails FAQs
What is it?
Nutrient IV's are a super potent blend of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, trace elements and electrolytes delivered directly into your blood stream.
What are the benefits?
IV administration is exceptionally powerful because a very large dose can be given without a decrease in absorption (Your body gets 100%) and without a decrease in potency (unlike oral routes which decrease potency to around 25%). IV therapy also eliminates the GI side effects such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
What Conditions are treated with Nutrient IV Therapy?
EVERYTHING!! Nutrient therapy is beneficial for autoimmune conditions, neurological conditions, chronic fatigue, anxiety, asthma, skin conditions, ADHD, fibromyalgia, chronic pain, MS, mold exposure, detox, decreased immune function, cancer, dementia, obesity, addictions, cold/flu, viral infections, and pre and post athletic competitions. Nutrient IVs are exceptionally beneficial in conditions involving poor digestion and absorption of nutrients such as Celiac, Chron's, Ulcerative Colitis, certain anemias, hypothyroid, dysautonomias, and intestinal permeability) as well as conditions in which nutrients are used up at a faster than normal rate (athletes, cancer, autoimmunity, ADHD, hyperthyroid).
How Long will it Last?
This is a hard question to answer because there are so many variables. Some patients feel more energy and a decrease in symptoms for days, and some for weeks. In conditions where metabolism is increased (such as those listed above), these nutrients are depleted at a much faster rate. Those patients often do smaller amounts more frequently. Nutrients may last a bit longer in those with less physical activity and those already consuming a nutrient rich diet.
Can I obtain these nutrients from food?
You can, and you should….the problem is that we don’t. It is recommended that we get 9 servings of vegetables and 2-3 servings of fruit PER day. For optimal health and disease prevention, our plates should consist mostly of plant based foods. Most people don’t come close to that number in a whole week! And some don’t come close to that number in a month. Another thing to consider is the steady decline of nutrients due to newer agricultural practices.
Trigger Point, Prolotherapy and PRP Injection FAQs
What is it?
These are different types of injection therapies knows as Regenerative Injection Therapy, or RIT.
What conditions respond to RIT?
Some conditions are osteoarthritis, strains, sprains, muscle, ligament and tendon tears, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, peripheral neuropathy, post surgical pain, TMJ, head and neck pain.
What else should I know?
PRP injections require a longer visit because this procedure requires drawing the patient’s blood, centrifuging the blood and collecting the platelet rich portion of the plasma. The smaller the joint, the less amount of time. Injections involving the ribs and spine also take additional time.
Aesthetic FAQs
Dermal Fillers
What are Dermal Fillers?
Fillers that are calcium based must be surgically removed and will show up on X-Rays. The various dermal fillers will last anywhere from 6 months to 2 years (some last even longer!)
How many syringes will I need?
How much does it cost?
Cost is based on the number of syringes. 1 syringe can range from $425 to $800. Most Hyaluronic Acid Fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Volbella) start at $425. Voluma and Sculptra are the most expensive. Prices vary.
Botox & Fillers
What is BOTOX, XEOMIN and DYSPORT? (a 4th is in clinical trials)
-Botox $10 - $16/unit
Botox versus Dermal Fillers: What’s the Difference?
lines in between the eyebrows) or for crow’s feet or forehead wrinkles, whereas Fillers mi
Chemical Peel
What is a Chemical Peel?
How many syringes will I need?
How much does it cost?
Cost is based on the number of syringes. 1 syringe can range from $425 to $800. Most Hyaluronic Acid Fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Volbella) start at $425. Voluma and Sculptra are the most expensive. Prices vary.
Microneedling
What is microneedling?
How many treatments will I need?
How long does it last?
When optimal results are achieved, it is recommended that a maintenance treatment is done every 6 to 12 months. If you would like to extend those amazing results, Keep reading…
How much does it cost?
Microneedling treatments with Hyaluronic acid are $270 (look for specials on social media)
PRP
What is PRP?
Quite possibly the best thing currently available for skin regeneration. At our office, we call it the magic sauce.
How is it used in aesthetics?
Where can I use PRP?
Scalp, face, lips, cheeks, mouth (dentistry), neck, chest, arms, hands (anywhere you have skin), joint spaces, muscles, tendons, organs
How many treatments will I need & How often?
How long does it last?
Whichever treatment you decide on will require maintenance and PRP is no different. It is estimated that the effects of PRP last anywhere from 9 months to 2 years (the above lifestyle variables must be considered)
How much does it cost?
The cost of PRP varies by the concentration of PRP (the kit needed to extract cells: 1-2x concentration vs. 8-10 x concentration), as well as the area being treated. Micropen facial treatments using PRP start at $350 for 1 - 2 x concentration and $550 for 8 - 10x concentration
Kybella
What is Kybella?
How many treatments will I need and how long will it last?
Each treatment takes about 15 to 20 minutes. Most people require 2 – 3 treatments. Kybella permanently destroys fat cells, therefore, once you reach your desired aesthetic goal, no further treatment is needed.
Are there any side effects?
The most common side effects are swelling, pain, numbness, redness, and areas of hardness in the treatment area. Most patients complain of a “bullfrog”, full feeling for 1-3 weeks. I can personally attest to this. The majority of the swelling is during the 1st 48 hours...but I definitely wanted to crawl in a hole for those 48 hours. Plan accordingly.
How much does it cost?
Treatments range from $800 to $1,200 and results are permanent
