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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.
How to Prevent Aging Neck Skin
One of the first areas of the body to show signs of aging is the neck. As the production of the natural structural proteins collagen and elastin decreases over time, skin elasticity decreases, leading to the increased appearance of wrinkles and creases on the neck and decolletage. In addition to the natural decrease in the…
Hair Loss Caused by Stress
Chronic, short-term, and emotional stress can wreak havoc on our physical and mental well-being. Though hair loss does not always accompany times of stress, it is a common occurrence and can cause feelings of frustration for many. Thankfully, stress-induced hair loss is often temporary and will improve once the stressor has ceased. It is essential to seek treatment as…
Taking Care of Acne in the Summer
For many people, the warm weather of summer signifies a chance to relax, enjoy trips to the beach, take vacations, and participate in other outdoor activities. However, for some, summer brings For many, the warm weather of summer signals an opportunity to relax, enjoy beach trips, take vacations, and engage in other outdoor activities. However,…
Botox Sprinkles
As we age, the production of the structural proteins collagen and elastin begins to decrease, leading to increased skin laxity and emphasizing the appearance of fine lines and creases. With decreased collagen production, dynamic wrinkles, which form when you make facial expressions like smiling, frowning, or raising your eyebrows, become etched into the skin. To…
Lip Enhancements & Injections – What Type of Lips Do You Want?
The lips are one of the most defining features of the face, and patients across the world are always looking for ways to achieve the perfect pout. Some patients have naturally thin or asymmetrical lips, while others may experience reduced lip volume due to natural aging and decreased collagen levels. In the past, invasive cosmetic…
Baby Botox
Botox has become one of the most popular treatments in the world due to its consistently stunning, natural, long-lasting rejuvenation results. Botox injections use a neurotoxin, botulinum toxin A, to reduce the appearance of fine lines and dynamic wrinkles created by repetitive muscle movements. Botox operates by essentially “freezing” the signal between nerve endings…
Does Low Testosterone Cause Hair Loss?
Male pattern baldness or female pattern baldness, known medically as androgenetic alopecia, is a hair loss condition that affects more than 50 million men and as many as 30 million women, a statistic reported by the National Institute of Health. Though incredibly common, hair loss conditions like androgenic alopecia can cause severe distress and…
Best Filler for Under Eyes
As we age, the production of collagen and elastin proteins decreases, leading to volume loss, higher skin laxity, and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. While these effects of the natural aging process can be apparent in many areas of the face, the under-eye area can be particularly affected. Volume loss, uneven skin texture, and pigmentation can contribute to the appearance of dark circles, under-eye bags,…
Tri-Luma Cream for Melasma
Melasma is a common skin condition, with more than 5 million people affected and 200,000 new cases every year. Characterized by uneven brown or gray dark spots appearing on the skin’s surface, melasma is notoriously difficult to treat. While the exact cause of the condition is not known, studies have shown that sun damage, unprotected…
Best Moisturizer After Fraxel Laser Treatment
Fraxel laser treatment is FDA-approved for a variety of cosmetic concerns, including acne scars, sun damage, fine lines, enlarged pores, hyperpigmentation, age spots, surgical scars, and uneven skin texture or tone. Utilizing fractionated laser technology, Fraxel is a non-ablative skin resurfacing treatment, which means it enhances collagen production for complete skin rejuvenation without harming the outer layer…
Sofwave vs Ultherapy
As we age, the production of the structural skin proteins collagen and elastin begins to decrease, leading to decreased skin elasticity and increased skin laxity, emphasizing fine lines, wrinkles, and cellulite. Increased skin laxity often affects many body areas, including the lower face, jawline, jowls, eyes, neck, decolletage, arms, legs, abdomen, buttocks, and thighs. Loose…
Is Sculptra for Buttocks Safe?
For many, the ideal shape and size of the buttocks are round, full, and smooth, but many of us find that due to age or genetics, the buttocks can look flat and be dimpled on the surface due to cellulite or stretch marks. Previously, many patients believed that the only option for butt augmentation…
Hydroquinone vs. Hydroquinone-Free Products
There are many potential reasons why patients may seek out skin-lightening creams. As we age, sun spots, age spots, melasma, and other hyperpigmentation skin conditions can develop on the skin, leading to discoloration and an overall uneven skin tone. Skin lightening creams or lotions prescribed by a board-certified dermatologist or healthcare professional can safely and…
How to Cure Melasma from the Inside
Melasma is very common, with more than 5 million people affected by the skin condition and 200,000 new cases every year, characterized by uneven brown or gray dark spots appearing on the skin’s surface. While the exact cause of the condition is not known, studies have shown that sun damage, unprotected exposure to UVA…
How to Have Perfect Skin
Watching beauty and skincare influencers on social media can sometimes feel discouraging. How do you achieve the best skin without breaking the bank? With a different skincare product or cosmetic procedure being advertised every day, how do you know what the best way to take care of your skin is? The truth is that beautiful…
Thermage vs. Morpheus8
As we age, the production of the structural proteins collagen and elastin begins to decrease in the skin, resulting in sagging, crepey, and loose skin. High skin laxity can be distressing and can also emphasize the appearance of other signs of aging, like fine lines, wrinkles, jowls, acne scars, and cellulite. For a long time, many…
Korean Skincare Trends
Around the world, people are paying attention to the cutting-edge beauty trends emerging from South Korea. Popularized by K-pop stars and beauty influencers on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, Korean beauty (or K-Beauty) skincare routines are gaining global interest. Particular looks, such as the Glass Skin trend and beauty routines, like the 10-step…
Mommy Makeover in NYC
There are so many changes that occur around being a new mom, with the biggest and most exciting being the arrival of your new child. But throughout the experience of childbearing and in the months postpartum, a woman’s body can go through many changes, experiencing weight loss, weight gain, diastasis (stretched abdominal muscles), loose skin,…
Tattoo Regret
Tattoos are becoming increasingly common in the United States, as nearly 30% of all Americans and almost half of all millennials have them. For a lot of people, original tattoos can be a symbol of self-expression, a representation of an important memory or relationship, or just aesthetically pleasing. Others, however, may have second thoughts and…
Wedding Botox & Your Big Day
Your wedding day is often one of the most exciting days of your life—a day when friends and family can come together to celebrate. There is so much preparation that goes into making your Big Day special, from booking the perfect venue to curating the guest list to finding the right dress. As wonderful…