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Dr. Michele Green takes a closer look at various dermatology treatments. For instance, you can find out how Thermage works, details about laser skin treatments such as Fraxel, or info on what CoolSculpting is, all via our blog and get information from one of the best dermatologists in New York City.
What Causes an Eyebrow Droop After Botox
There is a chance that rare complications can occur after Botox injections. A common example are droopy eyelids (also known as ptosis). The levator is the muscle that is responsible for maintaining the eyelids in their normal position. However, in some instances, Botox migrates from the injected treatment area and ends up in the…
How Many Vials of Sculptra Are Needed For Buttocks
What is Sculptra and how can it be used for a Sculptra Butt Lift? Many patients in New York want a butt lift but have no idea how easy it is to have it done. In the past, plastic surgery was the only option for a butt lift. With the advent of Botox and…
Massaging After CoolSculpting
What is CoolSculpting? CoolSculpting is an FDA-cleared fat freezing, body-contouring procedure which helps get rid of stubborn fat in areas such as the love handles and belly fat. It’s a noninvasive treatment that uses a technique called cryolipolysis – it simply freezes the fat cells. CoolSculpting can be used to treat additional areas such…
Can I Wash My Hair After PRP Treatments?
What is PRP Hair Restoration & How Does It Work? PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is a hair restoration treatment that has become very popular in the past few years. The way PRP works is simple: the patients’ own blood is drawn, the blood then gets spun in a centrifuge to separate the plasma from the red…
Botox Alternatives
Botulinum toxin (Botox) is a cosmetic injectable that is used to relax your muscles – typically in your forehead, glabellar lines, frown lines and crow’s feet (around the eye area). Botox injections prevent signals from the nerve cells to the muscles from occurring – resulting in paralysis of contraction. Within 2 weeks of receiving…
How Does Fractional Laser Facelift Resurfacing Work?
Fractional laser skin resurfacing is one of the most revolutionary procedures that has been invented in recent years. There have been many skin treatments developed over the years with various lasers. However, Fraxel or fractional laser resurfacing has been a major breakthrough in dermatology and plastic surgery. Types of Fractional Lasers There are two…
How Long Does It Take For Dermal Fillers to Settle?
Dermal fillers are instant, so you can see a visible result immediately after injection. It takes up to 4 weeks for the filler to fully integrate into the tissue and some fillers are more cohesive than others. The product is widely used to treat fine lines and wrinkles in the skin, smoothing them out and…
Ultrasonic Cavitation (Cavi-Lipo) vs CoolSculpting
When it comes to the different treatments available it is easy to get a little lost in terms of understanding what’s available. This is especially the case when different treatment types can target a similar body area and achieve similar results, but in different ways. Two such treatments are Ultrasonic Cavitation and CoolSculpting. Here we…
Portable Thermage & Skin Rejuvenation Devices
With the need for consumers to look their best, there has been a growing trend in RF (Radio Frequency) technology and other devices for home use. Many consumers are turning to at-home skin care devices and DIY treatments for skin tightening and skin rejuvenation. People are more concerned with improving their appearance which has fueled…
Botox Party, Safety Risks & Potential Issues
What is a Botox Party? Botox (botulinum toxin) is a treatment that over the years has become more popular and mainstream. The reason for this popularity is due to the fact Botox injections are fast acting and very effective in terms of helping to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Another reason is that Botox is…
Walk in Botox, Potential Risks & Dangers
Botox injections are a very popular treatment that has been shown to work well for treating fine lines, double chins, crow’s feet, frown lines and more. Because Botox is well known, and quick to administer (it can be done during your lunch break) and the recent news about “walk in Botox” being available and a simple option…
Botox and Pregnancy
Botox (Botulinum toxin) is the brand name of onabutulinumtoxinA which is a neuromodulator produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum and has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). When small amounts are injected into the muscle, Botox causes the muscle to temporarily relax which eliminates the appearance of wrinkles. In many cases,…
Popular Celebrity Dermatologist Treatments
While once a secret between those in the spotlight, celebrities are now much more open about their dermatology treatments. Here we take a look at some of the most common ones being used by actresses, models and more. Oxygen Facials Big celebrities love facials as it makes their skin look and feel younger and more…
What is Glutathione and does Glutathione work for skin lightening
Glutathione is often cited as a treatment for skin lightening, and is used in a number of different ways, from pills to topical creams and even injections. There are many articles that suggest that Glutathione can be used for skin lightening and has been rumored to be used by celebrities ranging from Beyonce to Michael…
Exilis Skin Tightening Vs. Other Treatment Options
As a person ages, skin can start to lose its elasticity, and this loss in laxity can make us look older. Many people look to skin tightening procedures to help reduce the appearance of loose skin and wrinkles in several different areas of the body. For many, the face and neck is an area of…
Dermatology in NYC, Is living in New York good or bad for your skin?
From Greenwich Village to Harlem or the Upper East Side of Manhattan, Park Slope and Williamsburg to Bushwick or Prospect Park in Brooklyn, or Astoria and Forest Hills in Queens, there are plenty of New Yorkers who will stake their claim that their neighborhood is what makes NYC great for them. However, as great as…
Where Can Juvederm Be Injected?
Juvederm is a procedure that injects hyaluronic acid dermal fillers into wrinkles that are caused by loss of volume. Because hyaluronic acid is a natural substance, a natural form of sugar found in the body, it enhances the skins moisture by retaining water, and thus flows easily into the skin – often via one treatment…