Michael S. Beckenstein, MD
800 St. Vincent's Drive
North Tower Suite 610
Birmingham, AL 35205
Phone: (205) 933-9308
Monday - Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
When it comes to non-surgical facial rejuvenation, BOTOX® Cosmetic and dermal fillers are often the first two treatments that come to mind. These injectables temporarily smooth wrinkles and contour the face, allowing patients to refresh their look without undergoing invasive surgery. In this blog post, I’ll be comparing BOTOX to help you understand which option …
In recent years, we've seen a notable shift in the aesthetic industry: An increasing number of men are turning to BOTOX to enhance their appearance and boost their self-confidence. That's understandable since men also strive for a refreshed, youthful look that mirrors their active, vibrant lifestyles. This treatment is no longer just for women; it's …
BOTOX® is nothing if not versatile. The popular neuromodulator has extensive medical and cosmetic applications, from migraine relief to wrinkle reduction. Dynamic wrinkles—the fine lines and folds that form over a lifetime of animated facial expressions—are prime targets for a BOTOX injection. If you’re looking in the mirror and wondering, “How many units of BOTOX …
Did you know BOTOX was used long before being approved for cosmetic use to treat people with twitching eyelids? While that's true, that isn't one of the most common questions asked by our BOTOX patients in Birmingham, AL. But they, and patients throughout the U.S., still have many questions about BOTOX—which is the most popular …
People considering cosmetic treatments for facial rejuvenation tend to think of them as standalone procedures. Instead of asking if you should get BOTOX® or fillers, however, it's better to consider how various nonsurgical treatments work together to address a range of concerns. That's why we often recommend combining dermal fillers such as JUVÉDERM® products with …
Are you self-conscious about smiling because it reveals more of your gums than your upper teeth? That's called a gummy smile and it's one of the many conditions effectively treated with BOTOX. Yes, BOTOX. The wrinkle-reducing injection is actually somewhat of a wonder drug that's used to treat multiple cosmetic and medical conditions. Even though …
Our world is constantly evolving and so are we. The traditional thinking of plastic surgery patients is to "help me look young again." Luckily, we can reduce the telltale signs of aging and create a more youthful appearance using dermal fillers such as JUVÉDERM® and BOTOX® injections at our Birmingham, Alabama practice. But what if …
Real microneedling is now in Birmingham, Alabama. The popular device known as Dermapen TM has made the ancient concept of microneedling well known to cosmetic practices. Microneedling techniques use small needles to penetrate the epithelial layer of the skin which loosens the mosaic like cells and enable topical agents to penetrate deeper into the skin. These agents …
The cheeks are the defining structures of a youthful face. With aging, the soft tissues move to the lower face, vacating the area and creating the flat appearance of aging. Up until recently, cheek augmentation was accomplished through surgery. Now, board-certified plastic surgeon Michael S. Beckenstein, M.D. offers cheek augmentation through a series of facial …
Birmingham plastic surgeon Michael S. Beckenstein, M.D. and members of his staff have been the first in the United States to be certified in Birmingham permanent make up by world renowned cosmetic tattooist Andrea Darby. Ms Darby, from Melbourne Australia, spent 6 full days training and certifying the Alabama Plastic surgeon practice of Dr. Beckenstein in …