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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.
Removing Sun Spots On The Face
Overexposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays is one of the leading causes of premature aging, and solar lentigines, also known as sun spots, age spots, or liver spots, are one such sign of the natural aging process. Appearing as flat, brown spots that form on areas of the skin that are most often exposed…
Mommy Makeover in NYC
During pregnancy, a woman’s body undergoes a considerable amount of change. Childbearing is a natural part of life and a beautiful human process, but can significantly affect the shape and appearance of many different areas of the body. Many women have difficulty restoring their pre-pregnancy body on their own and may struggle with self-confidence as…
Baby Botox is the Best Way to Baby Your Face in NYC!
Cosmetic treatments like dermal fillers and Botox treatments have become a popular method of facial rejuvenation since they immediately effective and do not require any recovery time. The neurotoxin which is most tell known is traditional Botox, which is considered the biggest name in cosmetic injectables. Botox injections use a neurotoxin, botulinum toxin…
Ultherapy or Thermage for Skin Tightening
Two of the most well-known names for non-surgical skin rejuvenation in the world of dermatology are Thermage and Ultherapy. Both Thermage and Ultherapy are cosmetic procedures that reduce the appearance of loose skin (skin laxity). These treatments are designed to activate collagen production without the need for any downtime or invasive surgeries. Thermage treatment…
How Many Units of Botox is Normal?
If you’re considering rejuvenating cosmetic treatments like Botox or dermal fillers for the first time, you’ve probably already started your google research, taking a look at various beauty treatments to give you that youthful, revitalized look you’ve been dreaming of. You may now be wondering “how much is enough?” or “how much is too much?” –…
What is Brilliant Distinctions? Program, Points & How It Works
Brilliant Distinctions program® is a point system loyalty rewards program through Allergan, Inc. which rewards patients with bonus savings and special offers for using Allergan products. Your treating physician, Dr. Michele Green, who is a platinum level Allergan provider, enters your qualifying treatment into the brilliant distinctions provider platform. Allergan then rewards you with points…
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…
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…
Revance, New Frown Line Treatment – What is Revance?
When it comes to improving fine lines and wrinkles by using injectables most people have heard of Botox from a company called Allergan. A treatment that they may be less familiar with since it is brand new to the market (so new it is not out yet) is called Revance. This particular injectable is manufactured…
How Long Do Juvéderm Lip Fillers Last?
Juvéderm offers a wide range of injectable treatment options that can be customized to your individual needs. They are designed to give you a smoother appearance, whether you want subtle volume or a little extra volume. Juvéderm fillers are FDA approved, nonsurgical treatments that provide instant and long-lasting results while giving you a natural look….
What are Tech Neck Wrinkles?
What is tech neck? Tech neck is a real cosmetic condition caused by the hours that we stare down on our cell phones and smartphone screens and wrinkle our necks thereby causing our neck lines to deepen. The use of smart phones has become addictive, with activities such as texting or using social media…
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…
How To Avoid Botched Lip Fillers
Why do so many people suffer from botched fillers? Even celebrities such as the beautiful Kylie Jenner have come forward to tell their stories of botched cosmetic injections. In July of 2018 Kylie revealed on Instagram that she was dissolving her famous Juvederm lips. When Kylie Jenner revealed on “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” that…
Can you exercise or workout after Botox?
Botox (known also as Botulinum Toxin) is a quick and great procedure and after having it you feel great. However, even though you may feel great, it is not the time to exercise after having Botox injections, as this can potentially cause issues. With Botox or Dysport treatments or any neuromodulators such as Xeomin or Jeuveau,…
Jeuveau – Evolus’s New Competitor to Botox
Jeuveau™ is a cosmetic treatment that you might not have heard of yet, but will likely hear much more about in the coming months since there is quite a lot of buzz and excitement with the release of this new product. Jeuveau (also referred to as Newtox) has been designed with the ability to provide…
Cosmetic Dermatology Trends of 2018
Now all the Christmas cheer has come to an end and New Year’s resolutions have been made it is time to take a look at what dermatology treatments and trends were popular in 2018 and what might be popular in 2019. For this we’ll compare our most recent data to our previous dermatology treatment review…
VBeam Laser Acne Scars & Acne Treatment
Acne is one of the nightmares that many teenagers and adults face at some point in their life. Many individuals are left with acne scars after an acne breakout has faded. These acne scars are typically more noticeable because of the redness that accompanies them. This redness appears as a result of broken capillaries that…
Double Chin Appearance in Selfies Lead a Recent Cosmetic Trend
Has the “selfie” made us more aware of our double chin? In the age of the “selfie” and Snapchat and Instagram, we are all more conscious of our appearance. According to the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), 55 percent of facial plastic surgeons were consulted in 2017 by patients who wanted…