Dermatologists now purchasing 5-star reviews in attempt to bolster online presence and grab patientsBy Eileen SpatzStep right up, get yer 5-star reviews here!Has it really come to this? In an effort to attract potential patients and hopefully corner ...Dermatologists now purchasing 5-star reviews in attempt to bolster online presence and grab patientsBy Eileen SpatzStep right up, get yer 5-star reviews here!Has it really come to this? In an effort to attract potential patients and hopefully corner ......

On these review websites, prospective patients of plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures are being led, through a convoluted web of smoke and mirrors, to potentially end up inadvertently ...SpatzMost people today are savvy to the shady landscape associated with phony Yelp or product reviews. A few years back it was revealed that unethical characters had been using the Yelp review platform to manipulate public opinion.  Those ......

... and varied digital audience with an intimacy like never before, sharing before and after pictures, patient testimonies, and even videos of the procedures themselves. However, when social media saturation creates a fine line between giving consumers ...Patients can also share their reviews, tag photos or posts, and generally have the ability to create a positive buzz, which in turn can mean an increase in business for ......

Needless to say, when the procedure was finished, the patient walked out with second-degree burns from an erbium laser.The lesson: don't be afraid to walk out if something doesn't look right or ...We ask friends, we search online, and we read reviews. We want it done right, and we want to look better, not worse! Then why, when it comes time to do something more serious, such as a ......

ZALEA News.” We’re also moving forward with ZALEA's one-of-a-kind, “ZALEA Patient Financing.” Importantly, the ZALEA panel of physicians, experts, and advisory board members will be here to guide our efforts and ...ZALEA News' current unbiased articles and product reviews now have a designated section on the Prejuvenation.com home page, called “ZALEA News.” We’re also moving forward with ......

... about the doctor?s credentials, their experience, ask to see their portfolio, and seek out honest reviews. After all, real-life doesn?t come with a filter, and any damage by untrained hands could have consequences beyond ?likes? on social ......

Very effective for larger areas of fat. Very little to no pain, patient only experiences a mild heat sensation.Can also tighten abdomen as well as reduce fat.You can treat the abdomen and the front and back of ......

Comfort Level6.0Overall Satisfaction6.8Editorial ReviewPros:Works after 2-3 treatments in most patients.Minimal pain when injected with lidocaine or use of ice pack for 10 minutes after injection.This procedure produces dependable, reliable, ......

No single provider had all of the skills to take care of the many needs these complex patients presented with.  Since 2004, we have practiced ?the team? approach in caring for patients with facial aging. Facial aging is a ......

Offers quicker results than prescription medications (topical and oral).High level of patient satisfaction.Cons:Requires multiple treatments? Maintenance treatments may be needed.Slightly uncomfortable for male patients in hair-bearing ......

The bubble bursts, however, if it turns out that the images that sold the prospective patient on the procedure have been doctored.  That’s right, misleading before and after pics are the latest trick being foisted upon the ......

Get the Right RecipeDr. Day explains that sometimes patients come into their dermatologist and ask for a particular procedure, but they often don't know what treatments they need. "Patients ......

While most laser procedures are completed with a high patient satisfaction rate and without incident, there's a growing list of serious complaints where patients are being harmed. There are ......

How do I "fix" my breast asymmetry? Depending on the desires and needs of the patient, breast asymmetry correction can involve a combination of cosmetic breast surgeries, such as breast lift, breast reduction and breast ......

Minimal downtime, excellent resultsHigh patient satisfactionSingle treatment procedure that produces real clinical results and has less than a week downtime.Patients see definite ......

Requires injected anesthesia. Some patients, especially with thin skin, may develop dermal papules that may take up to 10 weeks to resolve.Length of office procedure (treatment time ......

Post-treatment ice packs are essential.Patients who have a tan, and those with tattoos, can expect adverse outcomes with any 532nm device, including this one.Wavelength specific eye ......

Comfort Level8.50Overall Satisfaction8.80Editorial ReviewPros:Effective with low riskHigh level of patient satisfactionNo downtimeImmediate external cosmetic improvement in first treatmentTreats vaginal dryness, urge incontinence and AnorgasmiaHas ......

Results7.2Comfort Level7.4Overall Satisfaction6.7Editorial ReviewPros:Works best in younger patients.Effective for mild to moderate facial sagging.No medication or topical numbing is needed and the procedure is very comfortable.Extremely ......

Results7.7Comfort Level7.3Overall Satisfaction6.8Editorial ReviewPros:Good for facial treatments on patients with photopigmentaton.Quicker treatment, less discomfort, quicker results (fewer treatments) compared to alternatives. Unique availability ......

The ideal patient has light skin and dark hair.If you?re interested in laser skin treatment, it?s important to work with your doctor to select the safest and ......

During the 24-72 hour post-treatment recovery period, patients will have small pin-prick holes that will gradually heal. Patient will need to apply a non-petrolatum dressing to protect their skin. ......

President on the ISAPS, Dr. Renato Saltz, points out that whatever the reason a patient chooses to undergo a procedure, ?As plastic surgeons, we are committed to enhancing a patient?s quality of life. The significant growth of ......

Touted as a quick, safe, and non invasive procedure, Cool Sculpting has a growing fan base of patients who are frustrated with stubborn belly, arm, thigh, and back fat, and have turned to this exciting procedure in the hopes of eliminating the ......

These procedures  are often performed on patients whose labia have been stretched from childbirth or for women who experience irritation, pain, or self-consciousness during intercourse or ......

Individual patient results may vary however modest results can be achieved in many patients.Some skin laxity reduction especially in the lower face and neck ......

... the aesthetic industry to showcase new treatments and incredible “before and after” patient pictures. But as a consumer, how do you know if the images you’re seeing are authentic? Have the pictures been altered, and has it ......

Minimizes about 20-25% of pinch-able fat so may not be appropriate for patients who want moreThis is not a "one and done" type of procedure for most patientsThings You should know:Multiple treatments are ......

Liposuction is an invasive procedure involving large incisions, an inpatient hospital stay, and general anesthesia. Using a suction tool called a cannula, the instrument is used to scrape fat deposits under the skin ......

Skin tightening is seen with this treatment as well.Easy for staff and patients, zero recovery.Cons:Need enough chin fat to be able to have suction maintained around the applicator.Can take more than one ......

Dr. Zachary: You've had so much experience with chemical peels, what would you tell the average patient who is interested in improving the appearance of their skin, about the differences between lasers and chemical peels?  Dr. ......

Bruising can last up to 2 weeks.Most Common Use Cases:Best for patients who exercise regularly and have stubborn genetic cellulite dimples on the buttocks and upper thighs. For female patients who want to look ......

Body contouring procedures can include invasive or non-invasive procedures depending on the patient’s desired outcome and range in cost and recovery time.  a.  Invasive ProceduresInvasive body contouring procedures refer to ......

A cup sized and one C cup sized breast.  Maybe you are a breast cancer patient seeking reconstruction. Or, maybe you just want to enhance your feminine shape.  In all, about 300,000 women take the plunge each year ......

... process of laser tattoo removal takes several sessions before the ink pigment begins to fade, and patients experience some discomfort during the treatment due to the heat of the laser. The type of treatment that is most effective depends on many ......

The news of counterfeit Botox made waves in the media as patients were unknowingly receiving fake and potentially unsafe products. Now, we are also seeing incidents of counterfeit aesthetic devices.In ......

Body contouring procedures can include invasive or non-invasive procedures depending on the patient’s desired outcome and range in cost and recovery time.   A.  Invasive Procedures Invasive body contouring procedures ......

I once had a patient swear to me that anytime she ate fried chicken, her acne would flare. Once she stopped eating fried chicken, her acne would go away. While ......

Double Chin TreatmentFor the treatment of double chins, the patient will receive a numbing cream or local anesthesia, and then the physician will move the handheld wand over the chin area, holding the skin ......

RF depth delivery into the epidermis, dermis and deeper in some patients.Relatively painless for RF micro needle.Minimal downtime.Cons:Numerous sessions needed to achieve optimum results.Need for topical ......

Cohen.Cohen might also inject neuromodulators into these patient's lips a week before for the laser treatment to try to decrease some of the movement while they're healing. Filler for Moderate ......

Preventive Maintenance"Typically when a patient comes into the office, we'll start by taking high-resolution photography. We'll analyze the skin at different levels so we can get a ......

I want it to be. My staff is responding, reviewing, and reaching out to particular patients. We're still checking labs and informing patients of their lab results. So we're trying to stay on top of things as much as ......

No downtime. It predictably reduces 20-25% of fat in the treated area in most patient over the course of about 4 months. Expert consensus is that this treatment actually works according to its marketing claims, but also note ......

In addition to the popular sites like frown lines, lip lines, and crows feet, the upscale patient can use fillers to create chiseled cheekbones, fill out smile lines, and plump up hands. The well-heeled might even use filler for earlobes ......

Know:The experience of the physician/nurse who will be performing the treatment is important. The patient should ask questions such as: How much downtime will I have? Will there be any bleeding or oozing after treatment. How do I take care of the ......

... traditional hair plugs and single strip excision because of its minimally invasive technique, so patients have a more pleasant experience and achieve more natural looking results. Restoration Robotics  Restoration Robotics is a ......

Typical Clinical Applications:Laser hair removal, pigmentation and veins.Best Patient Candidates:All skin types, brown and black hair.Other Patients Considerations:N/AGentleLase US Procedure Cost & Price Range:$150-$800 per ......

So then the patient thinks, “Well, if a little bit is good, I need some more of that. So then they come back in and say, “Can we do a little bit ......

Drs. Dan Mills, J. Peter Rubin, and Renato Saltz.They looked into autopsies of deceased patients from Brazilian butt lift complications. The common findings included fat in the gluteal muscles, fat beneath the muscles, damage to the ......

Little to no downtime is necessary for this quick treatment, and patients are able to return to work or resume regular activity almost immediately. One of the most exciting aspects of Thermage is its long-lasting ......

Skin needs to be thin to respond, so best for thin skin on the neck; patients with small faces; superficial wrinkles and superficial to moderate acne scars.Results can be subtle and it doesn't work on ......

SurgeryAccording to Avram, when the transplant is complete, a dressing is applied and the patient is able to go home. Patients can return to normal activity immediately, although it’s recommended to take a few days to rest from any ......

Dr. Katz says. Only one treatment is needed."My ideal patient is one with discrete dimpled cellulite with good skin tone," adds Dr. Robinson.  "Combining Cellfina with fillers such as ......

... genital rejuvenation using energy-based devices instead of surgery may be an attractive option for patients with mild to moderate concerns.  “If I were a patient and wanted to improve my feminine health, I wouldn’t jump ......

Can use on all skin types. Safe for ethnic skin (skin of color).Patients see tightening in the treated areas as well as improvement in their skin texture.Real results for acne scars.Minimal downtime.Very effective ......

An applicator is attached to the patient, which safely cools the top layer of skin as it passes controlled and regulated laser energy through the dermis to directly target the fat. ......

Some people do have side effects with things. If I just gave a patient a tube of tretinoin [a type of retinoid] without teaching them how to use it, they would automatically have a problem. My job, my ......

I have had patients who genetically have very thin lips come and show me pictures of some models,: said Dr. Mariwalla. "I tell them it will not be possible ......

Sculpt iD is a great addition to my practice and the body sculpting solutions I offer. My patients rave about how fast and comfortable it is. This revolutionary new sculpting device is perfect for those who want sculpting in as little as ......

You may experience some temporary bruising, but the procedure overall is usually very easy on the patient with most reporting only pressure or a warm sensation on the skin. Depending on the size of the area treated, the procedure can take anywhere ......

... before and after photos as well, so that you can establish that the results of the surgeon?s past patients match up with what you are aiming for. Be realistic in your vision and remember that one patient?s procedure may not be the best option for ......

... of having the highest mortality rate of all plastic surgical procedures, with 1 in 3,000 patients dying from the surgery. Together with four other surgical organizations, the ASPS et al has initiated a Task Force for Safety in Gluteal Fat ......

A whopping 85 percent of teens get acne.  A Non-Invasive Alternative Some patients want an alternative treatment, states Ortiz. "They don't want to take antibiotics, or their medications haven't worked for ......

This is done anywhere on the face where benefits are desired. The patient will experience some pin-point bleeding, but this should not cause alarm. Although there will be little to no pain felt, an ice pack or ......

Another less invasive procedure is the ProPlasma hair restoration treatment, which uses the patients on blood too. This involves drawing the patient?s own blood and then, according to Westlake Dermatology's website, The blood is then ......

So far, the acceptance and patient satisfaction has been great.” 2. Why would someone need body toning?Dr. Tanzi explains, “With age, even if we're going ......

Shape Power, VelaShape III, TruSculpt, among others. With all of these options, it can be tough for patients to navigate and determine which treatment is most effective for the results that they are aiming to achieve. Below is a breakdown of what ......

Some may attempt to dupe the unsuspecting patient by labeling themselves as members of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery—a self-appointed board that holds no sway in the ......

Chemical peel. Chemical peels apply a type of acid, which varies depending on how deep a peel the patient is desiring, which results in removing the outer layers of skin. Following the procedure, the dead skin cells peel off revealing blister and ......

C serum, peptide serum, hyaluronic serum, and retinol serum.  Following the serum infusions, patients can experience even better treatment results with LED light therapy.How Long do the Effects of Microdermabrasion Last?After the first ......

The patient will experience a strange-feeling, deep vibration within the core as the muscles repeatedly contract. Patients will also notice their feet ......

... procedure or a medical procedure should not experience pain, or a least minimize the pain so the patient is comfortable," says board-certified cosmetic dermatologist, Dr. Roy Geronemus. Geronemus explains there are a variety of things ......

... bubbles, it is a harsh fact that in the real world of breast implants, regardless of what a patient might want to believe, the devices may, indeed, rupture.  Depending on the type of implant, how long ago it was implanted, and life ......

Patients then experience redness, peeling, scabbing, and itching over the following days and weeks to eventually reveal new skin underneath. The ......

... clinical study of the long-term effects of using metformin for purposes other than its intended patient profile. Although some studies involving mice have demonstrated anti-aging effects, very few human studies have been conducted.As much as one ......

... dentists, and med-spa aestheticians now providing cosmetic procedures, with little oversight, patients often end up at a plastic surgeon’s office to correct a botched procedure.  Regarding non-plastic surgeons performing cosmetic ......

This procedure is sought by patients who wish to restore breast volume, increase their cup size, or attain a more shapely or symmetrical appearance. Breast implants are also ......

The Enlighten is quick, effective, reliable and reproducible. I do use local anesthesia to numb my patients so they have no discomfort during the treatment." Manu B. Aggarwal M.D.Additional InformationProcedure Description:Enlighten features ......

... traditional hair plugs and single strip excision because of its minimally invasive technique, so patients have a more pleasant experience and achieve more natural-looking results. a.  Restoration Robotics  Restoration Robotics is a ......

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, well over half of the polled surgeons reported that their patients were seeking a nose job in order to better their appearance in photos on social media platforms, which was a 13% increase from 2016. ......