Q&A with Dr. Persky

Can I have Emsculpt done with a copper IUD?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I have my first Emsculpt treatment today. When I signed the consent form it asked if I had any metal in my body such as an IUD. I said I had the Paraguard IUD and the nurse said BTL rep said it was ok and would not effect treatment. I didnt […]

Can I do Emsculpt if I want to get pregnant in a few months?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Is the electromagnetic too strong for the ovaries? Thanks!! A.Emsculpt is completely safe if you are planning to get preggo in the next few months. The electromagnetic wave energy of Emsculpt causes the nerves of muscles to be stimulated which in turn causes the abdominal and glutteal muscles to contract supra-maximally. […]

Can only manage one EmSculpt session a week for 4 weeks. Is this possible/advisable?

RealSelf actual patient comment: EMSculpt, 4 sessions spaced in two weeks. Unfortunately my nearest center is 500 kms away , so I can only manage one sesión a week, for 4 weeks. Is this posible/advisable? or may compromis the final result? Thank you A.The Emsculpt protocol was studied with 2 treatments per week for two […]

Does Emsculpt reduce cellulite or is there a better approach for this?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I am 41, BMI 21, healthy eating, doing crossfit and HIIT. I have a 4 pack in my upper stomach with some nice side definition, and even my lower abdomen is generally pretty flat. However, the skin on top of my abdomen is no longer right as it used to be. […]

Will 8 Emsculpt sessions for buttocks firming, rather than the recommended 4 sessions, yield significantly better results?

RealSelf actual patient comment: My backside is pretty flat, so my esthetician recommended I complete 8 Emsculpt sessions in a three week period. I can see some improvements in the first two weeks (six sessions). Are two more necessary right now? Or might it be better to use those for maintenance in a few months? […]

Can you get Emsculpt on your glutes if you have a copper IUD?

A.Metal implantswithin7 centimeters of the Emsculpt treatment areaarea contra-indication for Emsculpt treatment. Each of our Emsculpt patients are examined and evaluated on an individual basis.Dependingon their anatomy some may betreated,others not. We are more likely to treat the gluts than the abdomen.There are some practicioners who will treat women with acopperIUD, our policy has been […]

4 weeks post op Septorhinoplasty. Can I get my ears pierced after my Rhinoplasty?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I am almost 4 weeks post my septorhinoplasty, and I wanted to get my third and fourth ear lobe piercing. I was wondering if this should be avoided and if it will impact the healing process even though it is not around the nose. A.Pierce on! There is no problem with […]

If Vitrase is injected directly under the eyelid, can it migrate around the orbital rim?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I had some vitrase injected directly under my eyelid where I have had puffiness from the area being aggravated and over-filled. It dissolved the filler that led to the puffy look under my eye, but also left a significant indentation to the right of my outer eye. I realize this can […]

My nose is Bulbous and long. How can I fix it? Is there a way where I can fix this but without it looking botched.

A.A bulbous tip is corrected by rhinoplasty. The most important aspect of your surgery is carefully choosing your rhinoplasty surgeon based ontheir expertise, experience, skill, knowledge, and natural artisitic vision. Good luck and be well.

Can you do a lip lift by Ultherapy?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Can Ilift my upper lip by doing Ultherapy around my mouth? Is it safe to be done there? Any details and what I should expect of this procedure? A.Ultherapy has been used on the upper lip for lifting and wrinkles. I have seen patients who have responded very well with nice […]

Turning 34 and noticed a loss of volume in my face. What’s the best filler for under eye circles and sagging face?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I had restylane just a month ago , didn’t think it helpedunder my eye area, my eyes still look very tired. What’s the best filler for under the eye? Or was one syringe not enough? I was recommended to instead I get my cheeks bone for a lift? Am I a […]

Would botox be able to fix uneven eyebrows?

RealSelf actual patient comment: My right eyebrow is way higher than my left eyebrow. It really irritates me! Is botox the right treatment to fix this issue? Will it bring up the left eyebrow? Thanks ! A.Botox can treat uneven eyebrows. It is easier and more reliable to lower the higher brow. It is more […]