Q&A with Dr. Persky

How much filler would I need to get fuller cheeks? Do I need more than 1cc of Voluma?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Do I need more than 1cc of voluma or another type of filler? A.You should see very nice results with 1 to 1.5cc of Voluma in your cheeks if properly placed.The most important aspect of your treatment is that you choose your injecting physician most carefully based on their skill, experience, […]

Would Botox or any kind of filler help with these lines from the end of my eye down to my cheeks?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Hello, I’m 20 and I’ve always had these really bad lines extending from the end of my eye down my cheeks. I’m not sure what it’s from but I’ve always had them and wanted to know what kind of treatment I should do or treatment is even possible. I also have […]

38, lax skin under neck. What to do?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I’m 38 and have been diligent about sunscreen, hats, sun protection. But a couple months ago I noticed a flap of skin under my chin, noticeable mostly on my left side. I got my platysmal bands botoxed once about a month ago but I’m thinking I need to address the lax […]

I am really insecure about my face profile! Which surgery do you I should do to improve it?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I don’t understand what makes my face so ugly from the side, I mean from the front it is beautiful, but from the side, ugh I can’t stand it. Which part of my face should be enhanced? A.First of all your face is not ugly!!! I believe that on profile your […]

Are my expectations for rhinoplasty doable?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I’m planning on getting my rhinoplasty next year. These are the things I would like to fix, – my nose when I smile widens and appears to look “wide and flat” – remove the bump on my nose – my bridge is wide, I want something more feminine -when I turn […]

Is Emsculpt safe for people with knee replacements?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I have had bilateral knee replacements. I’m not sure it’s safe to work on my stomach area and then buttocks. Can it heat up the metal in my body? A.Most experts in the use of Emsculpt agree that it is safe to have the abdominals and buttocks treated in patients who […]

Is Emsculpt a good choice for someone with loose skin due to pregnancy?

A.Emsculpt is a muscle building treatment, in addition it reduces superficial abdominal fat. It is not considered a skin tightening technology, though with increased muscle mass there will be some improvement as the newmuscle takes up some of the slack in the skin. We recommend other radiofrequency skin tightening devices such as Venus Legacy for […]

Is Emsculpt dangerous if you have had surgery and or arthritis?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Hi, i am curious about Emsculpt but I have arthritis and have had surgery with some titanium screws. Will this be a problem? A.Emsculpt is absolutely safe in patients with arthritis.Emsculpt is safe in patients with Titanium screws as long as they are away from the area treated. Many providers will […]

Am I a candidate for Emsculpt if I have a titanium hip replacement?

A. Most Emsculpt providers recommend not treating patients with metal implants close to the treatment area. Others believe that titanium, unlike metal implants, does not conduct electromagnetic energy, and will treat patients with titanium. At this early time in the use of Emsculpt it is better to err on the side of safety. Stay tuned, […]

Do I need to shave before an Emsculpt session on the abdomen?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Does EMSculpt require hair removal before a session or not A.Fortunately the electromagnetic waves of Emsculpt have no difficulty penetrating through a hairy abdomen. No need to shave or remove hair for Emsculpt, but a little “man-scaping” may make the beach a more beautiful place. Good luck and be well.

Does Emsculpt build muscle better than electric muscle stimulation from a machine?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I am considering Emculpt to build muscle and reduce fat but I am skeptical about the muscle build part. Electrical muscle stimulation machines have mixed reviews. Is the science behind the muscle building from Emsculpt different than electrical muscle stimulation? A.Great question. Emsculpt has been studied in seven independent centers that […]

Can I get Emsculpt and SculpSure together in the same month?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Hi- can one get both treatments in the same month, for additional fat loss? A.Yes you may have Emsculpt treatment and Sculptsure together during the same month. The mechanism of action is different for the two technologies. Good luck and be well.