Posted August 24, 2010 in Blog, Fat Transfer (Grafting) Facial Rejuvenation, Uncategorized
Belotero (Merz, Germany) is soon to be the newest hyaluronic acid product on the US market as it nears FDA approval for facial wrinkles. It will join other hyaluronic acid filler products such as Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane, and Preville Silk. Early clinical trials have shown that Belotero is an excellent product to fill the fine […]
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Posted August 17, 2010 in Blog, Uncategorized, Zeltiq
At the recently completed “Controversies and Conversations in Laser and Cosmetic Surgery” held in Carlsbad, California two technologies were the hot topics of the meeting, no pun intended. Fractional CO2 lasers (Fraxel repair (Solta) and Total FX (Lumenis) were the most referenced lasers), and cryolipolysis (Zeltiq, the non-invasive cooling of fat to selectively cause fat […]
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Posted August 16, 2010 in Blog, Fraxel Laser Treatment, Uncategorized, Videos
![Fraxel Repair Patient: Judi]()
Here is a testimonial about Fraxel repair laser skin rejuvenation from one of our actual patients. Enjoy! httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eeQO7PwPXYk Dr Persky is located in Encino, California but services all of Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. Including, Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Santa Monica, Malibu, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Calabasas, Woodland Hills, Tarzana and Agoura Hills and more.
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Posted August 16, 2010 in Blog, Fraxel Laser Treatment, Uncategorized, Videos
Well known Encino plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Persky demonstrates the Fraxel Dual Laser which is a fast and cost effective way of eliminating hyperpigmination or brown spots on the face and skin. Watch Dr. Persky treating a patient with Fraxel Dual http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FjGCW3dEPU Dr Persky is located in Encino, California but services all of Los Angeles and the […]
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Posted August 11, 2010 in Beauty, Blog, Fraxel Laser Treatment, Uncategorized
![How to Select the Best Laser Specialist for Fractionated CO2 Treatment]()
Andrew Erikson wrote a very good piece today published in Paul Callaway’s blog about fractionated CO2, with an excellent guide on how to choose your treating physician. Mr. Erikson stresses the importance of choosing the most experienced and skilled laser physician with the particular device. In other words, once again, “It’s not the Arrow, it’s the Indian”, […]
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Posted August 10, 2010 in Blog, Fat Transfer (Grafting) Facial Rejuvenation, Plastic Surgery in the News, Uncategorized
![5 Highlights from “Speaking Volume” in Town and Country Magazine]()
The August 2010 issue of Town and Country Magazine (the beautiful and talented Ms. Julianne Moore on the cover) has a comprehensive article about the use of facial fillers to restore volume in the face. Well written by Janet Carlson, the article is entitled “Speaking Volume”. Five highlights of the piece include: 1. “A filler […]
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Posted August 06, 2010 in Blog, Rhinoplasty, Uncategorized
![Patience After Rhinoplasty…and Life Lessons from Danny Thomas]()
A patient recently asked about her nose 6 days after her rhinoplasty by another surgeon, “Why is my post-op profile identical to my pre-op profile?” Here is my answer: Don’t fret! Be patient and you should see your profile improve week by week over the year. If your nose had the perfect desired profile curve […]
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Posted August 04, 2010 in Blog, Botox and Facial Fillers, Uncategorized
![Botox Near FDA Approval for Migraine Headaches Treatment]()
We have been using Botox “off-label” for many years to treat migraine headaches. Initially it was found that many migraine headache sufferers who were treated with Botox for cosmetic reasons for forehead wrinkles reported that their migraine headaches were both less frequent as well as less severe. Investor’s Business Daily has reported that the Federal […]
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Posted August 03, 2010 in Blog, Face Lift, Plastic Surgery in the News, Uncategorized
![Dr. Persky, Why Should I Pay You For Filler Injections When My Friend Gets It For Much Less?]()
Aol’s Stylelist ran an article today by Grace Gold entitled “Silicone Injections Kill 22 Year-Old Woman; Experts Say Tragic Trend is Increasing in Hispanic Communities.” I have reprinted the extremely well written and informative article here as it emphasizes the importance of choosing your treating physician most carefully. It can be a life or death […]
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