As people age, the skin begins to show the effects of sun damage, becomes looser and develops textural changes. Luckily, there are many treatments available that can improve the look and feel of your skin. CO2 resurfacing lasers are one of the newer types of lasers available to treat wrinkles and other skin problems. Here’s what you need to know about CO2 resurfacing laser treatment.
CO2 resurfacing is a type of laser treatment offered at Dr. Philip Miller’s New York office. Sometimes called”pixelated” lasers because the laser creates many microscopic (microdot) treatment areas, CO2 Resurfacing lasers have a longer wavelength than other lasers on the market. The longer wavelength means it can be used on darker skin types; conventional lasers are less effective on dark skin. Fractionating the laser beam splits it into thousands of tiny shafts of intense light. Each shaft penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin.
To heal, the body pushes old, damaged skin out of the shaft and replaces it with new skin. Because the shafts are very small and close together, the skin surface is smoother and has a better appearance than that achieved with other laser treatments.
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Why Undergo CO2 Resurfacing?
Before and After of CO2 Laser Resurfacing to rejuvenate the skin
CO2 Resurfacing lasers are typically more effective in treating acne scars, blotchy skin, deeper wrinkles and scars from surgery or trauma. They also produce better results when the skin has severe textural changes including pigment abnormalities from sun damage. The laser affects the deeper layers of skin and helps to tighten or shrink collagen, which becomes loose as people age.
CO2 resurfacing lasers can be used in areas where the skin is delicate, such as on the eyelids and around the mouth. This type of laser is also used to remove precancerous growths called actinic keratoses. Although it is primarily used on the face, it can also be used – by an expert operator only – in areas like the chest, neck, arms, and legs. Patients who are careful about skin care and sun protection may find CO2 resurfacing laser treatments are effective for several years.
What is the CO2 Resurfacing Procedure Like?
Although the procedure itself takes about an hour, you should expect to arrive about 45 minutes before your treatment. Your skin must be thoroughly cleansed. Numbing cream or gel is applied to reduce discomfort; it takes about an hour for the full numbing effect. The numbing medication is then removed. Your eyes will be protected during the procedure. If you are having the eyelids treated, special protective contact lenses are inserted after numbing eye-drops are placed in the eyes.
The hand-held wand or device is moved slowly over the treatment area. Some physicians use a treatment called a Zimmer cooler, which blows a strong stream of cold air onto the treatment area to help reduce any discomfort. Anti-inflammatory medications may also be helpful. Most patients describe the actual treatment as causing pins and needles feeling. Most people are able to drive themselves to and from their treatments.
Are You A Candidate?
Before and After of CO2 Laser Resurfacing to rejuvenate the skin
The best candidates for CO2 resurfacing laser treatments are people in their late 40s to 70s who have moderate to severe acne scarring, wrinkles or sun damage. If you take medications that may increase sun sensitivity or anticoagulants (blood thinners) you may not be able to have the procedure.
CO2 resurfacing treatments are not recommended for women who are pregnant or for people who have a history of healing problems or excessive scarring. Patients who have taken the medication Accutane within the last year and those who have had chemotherapy should not have CO2 resurfacing treatments. CO2 resurfacing lasers are not effective in removing redness from dilated blood vessels or similar kinds of discolorations. Patients with darker skin types (Fitz 4 and up) are not suitable candidates for this procedure.
A: The procedure itself lasts about an hour and takes place at our New York City center, but additional aspects such as numbing and cleansing add to the time. Plan on a total time of about two and half hours. Some people need more than one treatment – it really depends on how much time you need to have for recovery.
Q: What can I expect after the procedure?
A: Immediately after the procedure, you can expect to look and feel as though you have a sunburn. Ice packs can help relieve any discomfort. The skin will peel for up to a week after the treatment. Occasionally patients develop minor bruising, which can take about two weeks to resolve. The full results of the procedure won’t become visible for three to six months. You will notice some immediate effects, such as less blotchiness. The skin will feel smoother; it will tend to be pinker than usual for about four to six weeks.
Q: Are there risks?
A: No medical procedure is totally risk-free. Mild pain is normal for the first day or two and redness lasts up to two weeks after the procedure. Rarely, it may last longer, especially in those people who blush easily or have dilated blood vessels on the surface of the skin. Your skin will be more sensitive to the sun for about four to six weeks after the procedure. Some people develop skin crusting as well as peeling. Occasionally people with darker skin may develop pigmentation changes (lighter or darker skin). These changes usually fade after three to six months, although on rare occasions that change is long lasting. Temporary swelling occurs in some patients, and very rarely, the treatment will cause scarring or an infection will occur.
Q: How soon can I return to work?
A: You should definitely plan to take the rest of the day off, as you will need to ice the treated areas. CO2 Resurfacing laser treatments can be customized – deeper treatments mean longer downtime for healing. Two shallow treatments may be equally effective and the healing time for each treatment is shorter. It takes three to 14 days for the skin to heal. For lighter treatments, expect three to five days of downtime, and for deep treatments, plan on seven to 10 days. If you are having the treatment performed for a special occasion like a wedding, allow at least two to four weeks of recovery time (longer for sites like the arms and legs).
Contact Dr. Philip Miller Today to Schedule a Consultation
Your skin is a barometer of health and greatly affects your appearance. CO2 Resurfacing laser treatments can make a big difference and there is no reason to look older. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment in our New York City office, please call (646) 791-3025 or fill out this contact form.
When considering facial rejuvenation and body sculpting, plastic surgery isn’t the only option. Men and women today are now choosing from many non-invasive treatments that promise similar results to surgical procedures without general anesthesia or downtime. Whether your goal is to erase signs of aging such as lines and wrinkles, uneven skin tone, and sagging skin, or to reduce unwanted fat and improve facial and body contours, Dr. Miller can utilize injectables, radiofrequency devices, lasers, and ultrasound to give you a natural “lift.”
These are the non-surgical procedures and treatments performed by Dr. Miller in New York City.
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Available Injectables at our Medical Spa
Neuromodulators
Neuromodulators are wrinkle-relaxing injections of botulinum toxin that smooth away lines and wrinkles to create a refreshed, more youthful look.
Botox
Botox works to relax the facial muscles and diminish wrinkles around the eyes (crow’s feet) and smooth out creases between the eyebrows or from across the forehead. It can also be used around the lips, on either side of the nose, or on neck bands. Following a treatment, the skin will appear smoother and naturally more youthful.
Jeuveau helps to erase dynamic wrinkles on the forehead and around the eyes by relaxing the muscles that cause them. As the muscles relax, so does the skin, resulting in a smooth facial appearance that conveys confidence and energy.
Dermal fillers are gel-like substances that are injected beneath the skin to fill in wrinkles, soften creases, restore lost volume, or enhance facial contours.
Juvéderm
The Juvéderm collection of injectable fillers are made from Hyaluronic Acid (HA) –a natural substance within the skin that delivers nutrients and helps the skin retain its moisture, softness, and volume. When injected, Juvéderm will replace lost volume in specific areas of the skin, helping patients achieve smoother skin and new facial contours.
Neuromodulators and dermal fillers can work in tandem to restore a more youthful look. By utilizing various injectables, Dr. Miller can reduce deep wrinkles, restore facial volume, and help rejuvenate and lift the face without the need for surgery.
Learn more about Wrinkle Treatments and Dermal Fillers at FDA.gov
Available Facial Lasers at our New York Medical Spa
CO2 Laser Resurfacing
Also referred to as “pixelated” laser, CO2 laser emits a beam that splits into thousands of tiny shafts of intense light that penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin. As the skin heals, the body pushes old, damaged skin out and replaces it with new, healthy skin, resulting in a skin surface that is smoother. Although primarily used on the face to treat age spots, uneven skin tone, deep lines and wrinkles, scarring, hyperpigmentation, and melasma, CO2 laser resurfacing can also be used on the neck, chest, arms, and legs.
Excel V+ is the latest generation of high-powered, dual-wavelength lasers that feature a micro-pulsed energy delivery system that has incredible precision and power, effectively breaking apart the pigment in the deepest lesions without harming surrounding healthy skin. Excel V+ can be used for hair removal as well as to treat skin conditions such as rosacea, sunspots, spider veins, fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores, bruises, and acne scars.
Various lasers offered at Gotham Plastic Surgery provide patients with an advanced, minimally-invasive approach to rejuvenating the face and neck, or sculpting the body by reducing cellulite. Examples of laser treatments include Face-Tite, Fractora, Neck-Tite, and Tite-FX which have become ideal alternatives to a facelift, neck lift, or liposuction procedure.
Fractora uses fractional radiofrequency technology to resurface the skin, correcting common skin conditions such as fine lines and deep wrinkles, brown spots, redness, poor skin texture, and visible blood vessels. Fractora Firm on the other hand, is an advanced skin rejuvenation treatment that utilizes thermal energy to deeply heat beneath the skin, boosting collagen production and resulting in tighter skin.
The ultimate in exfoliation, microdermabrasion uses a multilayered skin-resurfacing device to gently unclog the pores and eliminate dead skin cells from the epidermis, restoring smooth and healthy-looking skin. It also serves as the perfect pre-treatment procedure for further facial treatments.
This micro-needling procedure reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, leaving patients with younger-looking skin with fewer signs of aging. It effectively treats hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, scars, and stretchmarks. And because the procedure helps create superficial micro-channels on the skin, topical serums and creams are better absorbed by the skin.
The latest innovation in anti-aging treatments, Pellevé effectively tightens and firms the skin via a series of non-invasive radiofrequency-based treatments. It can be used to firm the skin around the eyes, cheeks, jowls, forehead, and around the mouth. Patients see improved skin quality, firmness, and a tighter appearance.
Skin needling offers an alternative to chemical peels and lasers for skin rejuvenation. Instead of removing the top layers of the skin, the microscopic pin pricks created on the skin trigger the body’s natural wound healing process, as well as the production of new collagen. As new collagen is continually produced, lines and wrinkles are filled, and scars (e.g., acne and chicken pox) begin to fade.
Kybella is an injectable treatment that uses deoxycholic acid –a naturally occurring molecule in the human body that aids in the breakdown of dietary fats. It is an effective treatment for eliminating double chins without surgery.
More than 18 million people undergo cosmetic procedures each year. Dr. Philip Miller can provide you with a custom cosmetic treatment plan that includes a combination of minimally-invasive techniques and advanced procedures to help you achieve the Aesthetic Confidence® you desire. Contact Dr. Miller and his staff at his New York office today.
There is a continually growing demand for cosmetic procedures for men. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the number of men seeking Botox treatments has increased by over 400% since 2000, and with the rise of safe, effective, and technologically-advanced procedures, men are increasingly becoming more aware of the many options that they have to address their cosmetic concerns with a plastic surgeon in New York City.
Dr. Philip Miller understands how aesthetic standards evolve and how men can feel more confident by improving and maintaining their appearance as they get older. This is why he specializes in cosmetic procedures designed specifically for males. In fact, half of his patients consist of men. Dr. Miller is a double-board certified facial plastic surgeon in New York, Manhattan who knows which kinds of aesthetic improvements look natural and are empowering to the male face. As the developer of trademarked procedures such as NatraLook™ facelifts, G.I. Jaw™ chin, and jaw enhancement for men, Dr. Miller is committed to making you feel like the absolute best version of yourself so you can achieve Aesthetic Confidence™.
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Jawline Contouring Procedures for Men
It’s a well-documented fact–from Greek mythology gods, to the most popular superheroes you looked up to, and the A-list celebrities you admire–one of the common physical traits they all share is having a strong jawline. Sharp features and a chiseled jawline create a classic look that is considered one of the hallmarks of masculinity. In fact, the results of a study suggest that men undergoing facial cosmetic surgery may experience changes in perceived attractiveness, masculinity, and a variety of personality traits. Strengthening your jawline, therefore, can make you appear healthier, fitter, younger, and more confident, adding to your overall attractiveness.
G.I. Jaw
Some men are not born with a bone structure that exudes the masculinity and the kind of confidence they want to present to the world. Fortunately, G.I. Jaw can help you achieve a square, chiseled, and defined jaw that conveys strength and success. Dr. Miller’s innovative procedure can include anyone (or a combination) of fat-reduction and skin-smoothing procedures.
Chin Liposuction
For men who have submental fat (fat underneath the chin, otherwise known as a double chin), but the skin is resilient enough to snap back into place immediately after it is pinched, chin liposuction may be enough to create a stronger, more attractive jawline and profile.
Neck Lift
The neck is often the first place where your age becomes apparent because neck skin is thin and poorly attached to the underlying muscle, and one of the most frustrating signs of aging is a drooping, sagging neck. A neck lift can help restore a smoother, firmer, and more refined appearance of the neck.
Face-Tite™
For those seeking a non-surgical approach to addressing loose skin or excess fat in the face, Face-Tite™ can be a great solution. This procedure is sometimes considered a facelift/neck lift alternative, but it lifts and tightens facial areas using Body-Tite™’s patented radiofrequency assisted liposuction (RFAL) technology.
Nose Augmentation for Men
Since masculine features are perceived to be key characteristics of male attractiveness, many men look to rhinoplasty to eliminate any nose concerns like a bulbous tip, bump on the bridge, or wide nostrils. Because each “nose job” is customized, the result can be an attractive and masculine nose that balances out the rest of your unique facial features.
Male Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure performed on the nose for either cosmetic or reconstructive purposes and is customized to a man’s facial features. Rhinoplasty can improve the cosmetic appearance of the nose by reshaping, reducing, augmenting the tissue, removing a hump, or adjusting the angle between the nose and the mouth.
Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty
Non-surgical rhinoplasty is a safe and effective alternative to invasive surgical procedures to correct certain undesirable nose characteristics. It allows you to make subtle changes to the shape of your nose through the use of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers.
Non-Surgical Anti-Aging Treatments for Men
A healthy face exudes fitness, energy, and success, and more men are deciding that they would like to maintain a youthful appearance, regardless of their age. In a competitive work environment, appearing as energetic as you feel can help management view you as a better candidate than your elders. Good skincare along with suitable cosmetic procedures can help rejuvenate your skin, shave years from your appearance, and turn back the clock on aging.
Botox
Botox is a safe, quick, and effective non-surgical solution to facial aging. It is an FDA-approved neuromodulator treatment that works by blocking nerve impulses to the facial muscles responsible for certain facial lines called dynamic wrinkles. Results are customizable because Dr. Miller understands how to tailor each treatment to the unique needs of your masculine features.
Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers offer men a quick, “lunchtime” procedure that provides immediate results with minimal downtime. Men who have under-eye troughs, lines, creases around their eyes and mouth, and hollow areas around their face can see exceptional improvements with a dermal filler procedure. They can also be used to define the jawline.
Laser Treatments
Laser treatments generally provide faster results than topical skincare products, and they may not only help maintain the health of the skin but also target specific issues such as lines and wrinkles, freckles, sun damage, veins, age spots, skin laxity, unwanted hair, rosacea, acne scars, and pigmentation.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is another method for resurfacing the skin, but it is much more gentle than the previous ones. It only removes a small amount of skin, making it appropriate for the face, chest, neck, and other sensitive areas. Microdermabrasion can improve mild-to-moderate sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, enlarged pores, and other skin problems.
Surgical Anti-Aging Treatments for Men
If you are ready for longer-term anti-aging results, the below surgical procedures Dr. Miller offers might be right for you:
Brow Lift
Aging, as well as genetics and environmental factors, can cause the skin to sag and lose elasticity, causing forehead wrinkles and drooping eyebrows. A brow lift can ensure that you look youthful and vibrant and that your physical appearance matches your energetic inner self.
Micro Lift
Men who want to erase the early signs of aging and experience permanent results, but who are not ready for an invasive full-facelift, may find their desired results through a mini or Micro Lift. A Micro Lift improves displaced fat and sagging skin on the lower face and minimizes the appearance of jowls.
Facelift
A facelift is a more comprehensive anti-aging procedure that produces more dramatic results as it resolves jowls and sagging skin of both the mid and lower face. It reduces droopy skin and smooths out wrinkles for long-term rejuvenation of a man’s facial appearance. Dr. Miller is uniquely qualified to perform this procedure on men because a large number of his patients are men, so he understands the goals men have for a facelift are different from women’s goals. He caters the procedure to your unique facial structure.
Fat Grafting
Facial fat grafting or fat transfer is an excellent facial rejuvenation procedure that men can undergo to give them a fresh, youthful, natural look. Fat is extracted from an area of the body (such as the abdomen), and healthy fat cells are precisely injected to fill in gaunt or hollowed areas to restore lost volume in the face. It enhances areas such as the forehead, temples, under eyes, lips, cheekbones, jawline, and chin. And since body fat is natural, it is non-allergenic and can last for a long time.
Body Treatments for Men
When diet and exercise aren’t enough to eliminate stubborn fat, men can turn to body contouring procedures to help them achieve the body of their dreams. Problem areas such as the chest, arms, and stomach can finally be resolved to reveal an overall sleek and slender physique.
Body Banking
While liposuction effectively reduces fat to slim out certain body areas, there is only so far that fat reduction can go when it comes to achieving that balanced, proportional body that men, especially those who frequent the gym, dream of having. Compared to traditional liposuction, body banking can add more dimension to your body with only minimal downtime, enhancing the natural muscles you’ve diligently worked hard to build in the gym.
Eye Rejuvenation for Men
Sun damage, thinning skin, and the natural aging process can take a toll on the delicate eye area, resulting in eye bags, wrinkles, or generally tired-looking eyes. Eye rejuvenation can brighten your eye area and refresh your upper face, but what men need are eyelid surgeries that are tailored to them. Factors such as a man’s heavier muscles and thicker skin, along with their masculine features, are considered by Dr. Miller so he can provide results that are natural-looking.
Upper Blepharoplasty
Excess skin, fat, and loose muscles can weigh down the upper eyelids, causing upper-eyelid hooding. An upper blepharoplasty can remove the excess skin and fat and redistribute the fat to allow the eyelids to retain a more natural look. Men undergo this procedure to have their skin tightened, giving their eyes a more wide-awake, energetic, and attentive appearance.
Lower Blepharoplasty
Eye bags and deep creases under the eyes can give you a tired, aged look. The main objectives of a lower blepharoplasty are to get rid of loose, excess skin, remove fat pockets, resolve under-eye troughs, and to tighten up the lower eye area.
Schedule a Consultation with a Plastic Surgeon in Manhattan Today
Put your best face and body forward by exploring non-surgical and surgical options that will rejuvenate your skin, enhance your facial features, or sculpt your body. To learn more, schedule a consultation with #1 NYC plastic surgeon, Dr. Philip Miller.
BodyTite™ is a minimally-invasive procedure in NYC which uses advanced radiofrequency-assisted liposuction (RFAL) technology to sculpt the body and reduce cellulite for a more toned, fit appearance. This revolutionary procedure is able to remove fat while also tightening the skin. It is ideal for treating stubborn problem areas that have proven resistant to diet and exercise, such as the “saddle bags” on women and “love handles” on men. BodyTite™ can also provide a suitable alternative for some patients with excess sagging skin who do not want to undergo surgical excision. BodyTite™ is commonly used to treat areas of the face, including the chin and neck. It may also be used on areas of the body like the abdomen, buttocks, hips, knees, thighs and upper arms.
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Dr. Philip Miller is a renowned New York plastic surgeon. He performs the BodyTite™ procedure under local anesthesia at his JCAHO-accredited, office-based surgery facility in New York City. During treatment, the special BodyTite™ handpiece is passed over the treatment area, emitting radiofrequency energy which melts away fat cells while heating the underlying tissues for a skin tightening effect. The handpiece is also designed to remove the liquefied fat, thereby making the treatment much quicker. The radiofrequency technology also spares the surrounding healthy tissue, resulting in less surgical trauma for an easier, quicker recovery.
To ensure patients achieve their desired results, Dr. Miller incorporates the collaborative NatraLook® Experience into every consultation.
What is BodyTite™?
Compared to traditional liposuction techniques, BodyTite™ involves far fewer risks and produces superior results. It is a safer procedure and does not produce unwanted side effects like lumps, bumps or other irregularities that can result from traditional liposuction. BodyTite™ has been approved for use in Canada, Europe, Australia and parts of Asia and is pending FDA approval in the U.S.
Dr. Miller performs a variety of BodyTite™ procedures in his New York City office, including the following:
Face-Tite™
Face-Tite™ offers a revolutionary, minimally-invasive approach for lifting and tightening facial areas like the lower eyes, brow, cheek, neck, and jowls. This procedure applies the BodyTite™ technology to the face and neck using a specially designed handpiece.
Fractora™ laser resurfacing uses advanced fractional radiofrequency technology to restore a more youthful, radiant appearance. This technology ablates and resurfaces the skin, improving fine lines, deep wrinkles, poor texture, blood vessels, redness, brown spots and other pigment irregularities.
Fractora Firm is an advanced skin rejuvenation treatment that uses thermal energy to heat deep beneath the skin, tightening the skin and promoting collagen production. This is a safe, non-invasive treatment that can be used in all areas of the face and body to improve loose or sagging skin for a firmer appearance.
Neck-Tite is an advanced minimally-invasive procedure which uses BodyTite™’s patented radiofrequency assisted lipolysis (RFAL) technology to rejuvenate the neck and jowls. Using a revolutionary handpiece, Neck-Tite™ combines radiofrequency energy with aspiration to remove excess fat and tighten and contour the neck area.
Tite-FX represents the next generation of non-invasive lipolysis. Combining radiofrequency energy with vacuum, Tite-FX can effectively remove excess fat and shape and contour the body for a slimmer, more toned appearance. This procedure effectively reduces circumferential dimensions around the body and can even improve cellulite.
Tite-FX represents the next generation of non-invasive lipolysis. Combining radiofrequency energy with vacuum, Tite-FX can effectively remove excess fat and shape and contour the body for a slimmer, more toned appearance. This procedure effectively reduces circumferential dimensions around the body and can even improve cellulite. While this is an excellent treatment for those seeking a less invasive alternative to traditional liposuction it can also be combined with liposuction for superior results.
Dr. Philip Miller is an expert plastic surgeon located in New York City. He performs the Tite-FX procedure at his JCAHO-accredited office-based facility. During treatment, the Tite-FX handpiece delivers targeted radiofrequency energy to the treatment area. This allows for precise, uniform treatment of problem areas but with built-in skin temperature feedback and cut-off controls that ensure maximum safety. Patients experience minimal discomfort, no downtime, and long-lasting results. Tite-FX has been approved for use in Canada, Europe, Australia and parts of Asia and is currently pending FDA-approval.
To learn more about Tite-FX or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Miller, contact us today.
Neck-Tite™, offered in Dr. Philip Miller’s New York office is an advanced minimally-invasive procedure which uses BodyTite™’s patented radiofrequency assisted lipolysis (RFAL) technology to rejuvenate the neck and jowls. Using a revolutionary handpiece, Neck-Tite™ combines radiofrequency energy with aspiration to remove excess fat and tighten and contour the neck area. The result is a firmer, more youthful looking neck. This is an ideal procedure for those with loose or sagging neck skin, jowls or what many refer to as a “turkey neck.”
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Dr. Philip Miller is a renowned facial plastic surgeon. He performs the Neck-Tite™ procedure in his JCAHO-accredited office-based facility in New York City. This is an ideal treatment for the neck and jowls, providing patients with a less invasive alternative to surgical procedures like the neck lift and facelift. At the same time, Neck-Tite™ provides greater improvement than liposuction alone, with superior contouring and skin tightening. Because small cannulas are used, there is little scarring as well as minimal downtime. Neck-Tite™ is currently pending FDA approval and has already been approved for use in Canada, Europe, Australia and parts of Asia. To learn more about Neck-Tite™, visit ncbi.nlm.nih.gov, or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Miller in his New York City office, contact us today at (646) 791-3025.
Dr. Miller is an expert in laser surgery in New York City. Lasers offer an advanced, minimally-invasive approach for improving many areas of the face and body. They can be used to sculpt the body, reduce cellulite, and rejuvenate the face and neck, making laser procedures an ideal alternative to more invasive surgeries like liposuction, facelift, and neck lift.
Face-Tite™
For individuals looking to rejuvenate the face without surgery, Face-Tite offers a revolutionary, minimally-invasive alternative. Using the BodyTite RFAL technology, Face-Tite™ can lift and tighten areas of the face, including the area under the eyes, brow, cheeks, neck, and jowls. The result is smoother, tighter, more youthful-looking skin.
Neck-Tite™ is an excellent, minimally-invasive technique for rejuvenating the neck and jowls. Using the BodyTite™ RFAL technology, Neck-Tite™ removes excess fat and tightens and contours the neck area. This is an ideal procedure for those looking to address jowls or the dreaded “turkey neck” and restore a firmer, more youthful appearance. Treatment is performed in the New York office setting and involves minimal downtime.
Tummy tuck surgery, known technically as abdominoplasty, is a procedure designed to minimize the appearance of a protruding abdomen. This procedure involves the removal of excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen. In addition, weakened muscles of the abdominal wall are often tightened as well.
Though sometimes combined with liposuction in order to provide improved contour and smoother edges, this procedure does differ from liposuction. The tummy tuck procedure deals with the removal of both fat and excess skin, whereas liposuction mostly addresses localized areas of fat. A mini-abdominoplasty can be performed on patients in our Manhattan, New York surgical suite with only localized fullness of the lower abdomen, typically resulting in decreased scarring and shorter surgery and recovery times.
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Who is a Tummy Tuck Candidate?
Before and after of tummy tuck surgery to eliminate fat and contour the abdomen region
The best candidate is a person with a large fat deposit or loose abdominal skin that does not respond to exercise and diet. Patients should otherwise be in relatively good shape, physically healthy and psychologically stable. It’s also important that patients have realistic expectations of what the procedure can offer. Tummy tuck surgery can be particularly effective when performed on patients following pregnancy or significant weight loss or on patients with weakened abdominal muscles or older patients with decreased skin elasticity. Patients anticipating future pregnancy or weight loss may want to wait until afterward for their tummy tuck surgery.
*Each patient is unique and individual results may vary.
Tummy tuck surgery can successfully improve the appearance of the abdomen and, like many cosmetic procedures, it may improve one’s self-confidence as well. Though the procedure performed at our New York City office can effectively remove stretch marks from the lower area of the abdomen, it may not remove all stretch marks. Further, tummy tuck surgery may not remove all skin folds or reduce the appearance of ‘love handles’ on the lower back, and it will leave a significant scar that extends from hipbone to hipbone just above the pubic area.
The tummy tuck is a surgical procedure offered at our New York City office designed to flatten and shape the abdomen and waist by tightening the underlying muscles and removing excess fat and skin. The goal is to create a firmer, flatter, more pleasing abdominal appearance. Unfortunately, this goal is not always achieved. Whether due to improper technique, a surgeon’s lack of experience or complications with healing, some patients are left with poor results, leaving them frustrated and dissatisfied.
Fortunately, the revision tummy tuck can help. For many patients who have had tummy tuck surgery elsewhere and are unhappy with their results, significant improvement can be made with revision surgery.
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Revision Tummy Tuck Common Concerns
Some of the more common concerns addressed during surgery include the following:
Loose skin. Some patients are left with significant loose skin of the abdomen. In particular, this can occur in individuals who were improperly selected as candidates for liposuction when they would have been better suited with a tummy tuck. Liposuction removes excess fat and only, whereas tummy tuck surgery is needed to address excess skin and loosened abdominal muscles.
Dog ears. Sometimes, excessive redundant skin is left at the ends of the incision, resulting in what many refer to as “dog ears” or skin pleating.
Residual bulge. Some tummy tuck patients are left with a remaining bulge, often due to insufficient repair of the underlying muscle wall. This may occur in cases where a mini tummy tuck is performed when the patient was a better candidate for a full tummy tuck.
Step-off. Sometimes, an unnatural-looking “step-off” occurs at the incision line when there is an uneven amount of tissue above and below the incision.
Contour irregularities. Contour irregularities such as lumps, bumps, and depressions may occur after either tummy tuck or liposuction.
Belly button deformity. Deformities of the belly button can occur for a number of reasons. The belly button can look unnatural if attempts are made to use the navel as a removal point for loose skin. Other patients may be left with a belly button that is too high, a nearly absent belly button, or an innie belly button may be converted to an outie.
Excess or unsatisfactory scars. Poor scarring can occur as a result of improper surgical technical or complications with healing. While scars cannot be completely erased, they can often be vastly improved through various methods
Weight fluctuations and pregnancy. Previously satisfactory results can become unsatisfactory following weight fluctuations and pregnancy. In many cases, revision surgery can improve these changes.
Revision tummy tuck surgery may involve additional tightening of the underlying muscles as well as the removal of excess skin and fat to restore more ideal contour lines to the abdomen. Liposuction is often used at the same time. In most cases, significant improvement can be made and patients can expect very natural-looking and pleasing tummy tuck results. This is a very gratifying procedure for many patients, providing them with the results they had initially longed for. While evaluation can be performed at any time, surgery is often postponed until six months or longer after the initial tummy tuck.
Prevention is always the best course of action. Whether you’re seeking tummy tuck surgery for the first time around or to revise previous poor results, make sure that you find a highly qualified and experienced plastic surgeon in NYC and that you carefully follow his instructions before and after surgery. This will help to ensure that you receive the best possible outcome.
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