Q&A with Dr. Persky

Emsculpt: What is a good starting BMI. Is it effective for the deeper fat?

RealSelf actual patient comment: 170 pounds 50 years old . Upper abdomen fat. And hips is it effective for this area. I am about 33 bmi A.Each individual should be examined by a physician prior to Emsculpt treatment to determine whether they are a candidate for the procedure. Ideal patients are those with a BMI […]

Will Emsculpt make my loose skin from childbirth worse?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I am 62, 5’10” and 167 lbs. I do go to the gym and watch my weight. I now have a small belly but also already have some loose skin from childbirth, which has gotten worse in the last few years. What will happen with the loose skin? Will Emsculpt make […]

Can you have Emsculpt on the abdomen area if you have had a naval hernia?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Can you have em sculpt on the abdominin area if you have had a naval hernia repaired 2 1/2 years ago? I am not overweight, work out 5 + times a week, and I am 20% body fat but can’t seen to loose the last of my belly. I am 65 […]

Emsculpt: are there any side effects and what does it cost?

A.Our practice was fortunate to be one of the first practices in the world to use Emsculpt. Our patients and I have been very happy with Emsculpt. Before incorporating any technology or treatment in my practice it must be proven to be both safe and effective. Fortunately there have been no complications reported in the […]

Is feeling sore after emsculpt to be expected?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Just finished my 4th emsculpt treatment. Had my abdomen and buttocks treated. Is it normal to not have ANY soreness whatsoever after each treatment? Kept waiting to feel at least some sort of soreness. But, nothing. Not even a little bit. All four treatments were on 100% power. So far, not […]

Is Emsculpt really safe?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I have read that electromagnetic energy can cause cancer. If that is the case then how can this new device be safe? I understand it is FDA-approved, but I’m still trying to understand the safety aspect. A.Great question, many patients are concerned about the safety of Emsculpt. Prior to offering any […]

How soon after the Profound RF treatment can I get fillers in my jaw line and chin and Sculptra for my uneven hallowed cheeks?

A.You may have fillers in your face as soon as the swelling resolves after your Profound RF treatment. With Sculptra, I recommend that my patients have their Sculptra injection session just prior to Profound (on the same day.) They can then return two months later for re-evaluation and any further Sculptra treatment. As with any […]

I’m thinking of getting the Profound procedure. The aesthetician is the one performing the procedure. Is this the norm?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I’m 60 years old with deep skin wrinkles. I have an autoimmune disease and nervous about possible dangers. Can pigmentation be an issue.? Infection? Thank you for any input. A.The most troubling aspect of your question is that an esthetician is scheduled to perform your Profound treatment. I believe that Profound […]

Does adding PRP to the Profound Treatment on the face and neck, speed healing?

A.Excellent question. Initially I treated my Profound RF patients without PRP, currently we encourage all of our Profound RF patients to have PRP with their treatment. I agree with Dr. Treece that the healing time seems to be about the same, maybe a day or two sped up. The benefit that I see with PRP, […]

What are my options to fill out the loss of volume and lift jowls at 40?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I’m 40 and have jowls and a long narrow face. I’ve been researching all of the options and at my age something more long lasting would be best since I’m fighting gravity hard from here on in. Is there something that will last a few years before I finally need a […]

I am interested in Emsculpt for my hands, butt, and thighs (I know thighs are off-label) is this a potential tightening solution

RealSelf actual patient comment: What are reasonable expectations of this treatment, cost, the and number of sessions required? Does this help cellulite? I understand it is great for decreasing fat and building muscle. Is tightening of skin a reasonable result of doing that? I live in Palm Beach County FL. A.Emsculpt is FDA approved for […]

Will these bumps under my eyes after Volbella injection go away?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I had 1 syringe of volbella injected under each eye (total of 2 syringes) 8 days ago. This is my second time having filler. First time 1 year ago with no side effects. This time there are bumps under each eye that have yet to go away. My doctor said to […]