How We Check Every Claim Twice

One quote or one opinion rarely tells the whole story, and a reader in Saline, Michigan deserves more than one. This page explains how the journal handles the claims it publishes.

Why one opinion is not enough to decide on

A single clinic quote reflects one clinic's view. A single article reflects one writer's view. Before you act on either, you want a way to test it, such as how dermatologists treat sun-damaged skin set beside a proposal.

What we collect

We collect published pricing and guidance on skin-rejuvenation treatments. The journal covers Saline, Michigan, and the claims we read are ones a reader there could meet in a quote.

How each claim gets checked twice

Every claim is checked against independent sources, and one source is never the end of it. A professional society's published guidance, such as the ASPS page on botulinum toxin, is the kind of source a claim is held against.

What the check does not do

Checking a claim is not the same as examining you. Whether a treatment suits your skin is a decision for a clinician who has seen it.

How you can repeat the check

You can run the same check yourself. Take the claim, find an independent source that addresses it, and note where the two differ. For a question about who should perform an injection, ASPS guidance on choosing a plastic surgeon for botulinum toxin injections is a published place to begin.