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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.
Does Botox Help TMJ?
Jaw tension and jaw pain can significantly decrease quality of life. When pain occurs in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is the hinge that allows the mouth to open, speak, and chew, it can be very distressing. Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) can also evoke other symptoms, such as severe tension headaches or migraines, jaw dysfunction…
Bruising After Cheek Fillers
Cheek filler and dermal filler treatments have risen in popularity in the world of cosmetic dermatology. As we age, the rate of collagen production slows and existing collagen in the skin breaks down, leading to volume loss, fine lines, wrinkles, and skin sagging that cause you to look older. Collagen is an essential component in…
Can You Workout After Botox?
Fine lines and wrinkles are some of the most common concerns patients present with when it comes to addressing signs of aging. With age, the rate of new collagen production decreases and existing collagen gradually depletes. Because collagen is the protein in our skin that provides structure, this loss of collagen over time leads to…
Botox in Your 20s & 30s
Over time, the repeated facial expressions that we make cause fine lines and wrinkles to become etched into the skin. These are called dynamic wrinkles, and are most prevalent as forehead lines, crow’s feet, and the glabellar lines (also referred to as the frown lines or 11’s). It may seem too early to think about…
CoolSculpting at Home, Does it Work?
Despite working diligently to maintain a healthy diet and engage in daily exercise, stubborn fat deposits commonly remain in areas like the upper arms, chin, abdomen, flanks or love handles, inner and outer thighs, and bra fat. These unwanted bulges of body fat can negatively affect one’s self esteem and confidence, and may strongly impact…
Botox Under Eyes
The eyes are the most expressive part of the face and one of the places where signs of the natural aging process can be most apparent. Due to facial expressions such as smiling, laughing, and squinting, dynamic wrinkles can form around and under the eyes. Crow’s feet and under eye wrinkles can feel distressing for…
Daxxify, What is Daxxify & How it Works
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new anti-wrinkle injection that could become a major rival to the industry leader Botox: Revance Therapeutics, Inc’s Daxxify. Daxxify, like Botox, is an injectable treatment that can treat dynamic wrinkles on the face. However, industry leaders and cosmetic treatment professionals are particularly excited about Daxxify…
Vertical Lip Lines
As we age, our skin begins to lose its elasticity and structure, making fine lines and wrinkles more visible. This can be particularly obvious on around the lips with the appearance of lip lines. Lip lines, also known as perioral lines, lipstick lines, or smoker’s lines, are vertical lines that appear on and around the…
Does Sweat Cause Acne?
Summer provides opportunities for beach days, barbecues, and relaxing in the sun, but when the sun is out and heat and humidity are high, it can be difficult to keep sweat from building up, and along with it, you may start to notice sweat acne breakouts. Characterized by red or pink bumps, sweat acne breakouts…
How To Find A Dermatologist
The skin is one of the most vital organs in the body and plays an important role in preventing foreign invaders from wrecking havoc on our immune systems. To care for this organ, you may need the help of a dermatologist, a specialist that cares for the skin, hair, and nails. Dermatologists can treat a…
Topical Finasteride for Hair Loss
Hair loss is a common condition and can cause incredible stress and anxiety in both men and women. According to the American Hair Loss Association, over 65% of men experience hair loss at some point in their lives, and about 40% of people who report hair loss are women. Causes and treatment for hair loss…
Oral Dutasteride for Hair Loss
Hair loss is an issue that can cause enormous stress for both male and female patients. There are many new treatments, products, and supplements available on the market designed to target hair loss, and it can be difficult to navigate without the help of a board-certified medical professional, like Dr. Michele Green in NYC. Finasteride…
Is Daxi the new Botox?
A new injectable treatment to erase fine lines and wrinkles on the face has entered the market and has many asking: is DAXI the new Botox? DaxibotulinumtoxinA, known simply by the name DAXI, is a neuromodulator created by the company Revance Therapeutics, Inc. Similarly to other neuromodulators in the botulinum toxin type A family, such…
How To Remove Age Spots Naturally
As we age, changes begin to occur on the surface of the skin. Fine lines and wrinkles can develop and skin can start to sag, but perhaps one of the most noticeable signs of the natural aging process is the formation of age spots. Age spots are flat brown, black, or gray spots that appear…
Botox in a Bottle: What is Behind This Current Trend?
As we age, fine lines and wrinkles become etched into the skin. Dynamic wrinkles are one of the telltale signs of the natural aging process, and occur over time as a result of repeated use of the facial muscles. When you make a facial expression, such as smiling or furrowing your brow, fine lines and…
Botox Vs. Dysport
When it comes to reducing the appearance of facial wrinkles such as forehead wrinkles and fine lines, there are a range of cosmetic treatments that are available. For individuals that are looking to improve their appearance quickly and effectively without the need for plastic surgery, the search can seem overwhelming at first. Yet, the good…
Do Chemical Peels Help with Melasma?
Melasma, a skin condition characterized by gray or brown patches that develop on the surface of the skin, can be very upsetting for patients. For many, hyperpigmentation or discoloration on the face can lead to feelings of self-consciousness aesthetically and concern for overall skin health. The trigger for developing the condition can vary from person…
Botox Vs Xeomin
As we age, we naturally develop fine lines and wrinkles on the face. These fine lines can develop in one of two ways: either due to volume loss in the face or sun damage, which are wrinkles known as “static wrinkles,” or as a result of repeated muscle contractions, known as “dynamic wrinkles.” Dynamic wrinkles…
Does birth control help acne?
Acne – pimples, blemishes, spots, breakouts – the skin condition that tends to start during puberty and can, unfortunately, continue to plague you well beyond your teenage years. These blemishes, characterized by red spots that appear most frequently on your forehead, chin, upper back, chest, and arms, can make you feel self-conscious, even though the…
Sunscreen for Acne Prone Skin
Everyone understands the importance of applying sunscreen daily to prevent skin cancer and protect against the premature signs of aging. However, when you have oily, acne-prone skin, the idea of slathering a thick, greasy sunscreen on your face might make you cringe. Don’t panic! Applying facial sunscreen to oily skin doesn’t have to end in…