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They Say Botox Kills Empathy… Should You Be Worried?!

This week on Beauty & The Brain, Dr. Chris Croley, NP Jerry Drinkard, and NP Allie Ballew tackle common aesthetic misconceptions—perfect for Halloween season.

From the fear that Botox is toxic or “kills empathy,” to worries that dermal filler always looks fake, the hosts break down the science behind the most persistent myths in cosmetic medicine. They also explore Vampire Facial & Vampire Facelift (PRP) treatments, collagen-stimulating procedures, platelet-derived growth factors, and how expectations differ across age groups and skin quality.

Whether you’re an injector, beauty professional…

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