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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.
Botox vs Newtox (Jeaveau)
Jeuveau (often referred to as “newtox”) by Evolus is the newest FDA approved neuromodulator and the new Botox alternative. Like Botox, dysport and xeomin, Jeuveau is also a non-surgical procedure used to treat wrinkles associated with facial expressions. Jeuveau is the first alternative form of Botox in the United States in nearly ten years. How…
Wedding Botox & Your Big Day
Pre-Wedding Botox: How long before your wedding should you get Botox? With the excitement, thrills, pressures, and stresses that come with planning a wedding, many brides wonder if their skincare routines will hold up to their desired bridal beauty plans. Inspired by the glowing, celebrity selfie image often referred to as “Instagram Face”, many…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
Cosmetic Dermatology in China & Trends in Cosmetic Tourism
A popular trend that we have noticed over the last few years is an increase in foreign patients seeking cosmetic dermatology treatments, coming to our NYC based office from countries all around the world. One of the main countries where we have seen a lot of patients visiting from abroad is China. The market in…
Combining Botox With Other Cosmetic Treatments
Botox is a very popular and proven treatment to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in a number of different areas, predominately around the face. One of the great aspects of having Botox is that it is super quick, which means you will be in and out of the practice before you…
The Most Popular Dermatology Treatments for Asian Skin
Asian skin features a wide variety of skin-tones, and each of these come with their own set of treatment requirements meaning that for some people, certain procedures are more suitable than others. Dr. Michele Green specializes in Asian skin treatments. With years of experience treating Asian skin, we have compiled a list of the more…
Common Botox Treatment Areas
Botox is a well-known, proven and popular cosmetic treatment that is used to treat fine lines and wrinkles, primarily on and around the face. The following guide provides an overview on what Botox is, how it is best used and what areas it is good at targeting. Botox® is the trade name of Botulinum Toxin…
Botox Sprinkles
One of the latest beauty trends to be talked about this year is the focus on a more natural style of beauty regimen. This trend encompasses a healthy diet, exercise and beauty treatments. A phrase that appears alongside these articles and discussions in beauty magazines and has now even transcended into mainstream television media is…