Q&A with Dr. Persky

Does Emsculpt actually make you stronger?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Does Emsculpt actually make you stronger? I’m having trouble strengthening my leg from knee surgery. I’m wondering if I have Emsculpt treatments done on that thigh, would it help me strengthen my upper leg muscles? A.Yes, Emsculpt not only builds muscle mass and reduces fat but also stregthens the muscles treated. […]

Is this nose job possible for me? Rhinoplasty

RealSelf actual patient comment: (Patient included her photos and Monroe’s) Could I achieve Marilyn’s results based off what I’m starting off with. I’d definitely like to retain the bulbous-ness but would that work out proportionally? Thank you! A.Noses are like snowflakes, no two snowflakes are the same, the same holds for noses. I appreciate when […]

Will temple filler and neurotoxin be able to balance my eye and brow asymmetry?

RealSelf actual patient comment: One eye side is flatter than the other due to different bone size and has always been that way. But over time I notice the right temple is getting more hollow and the asymmetry is getting worse. The outer corner of the right eye isn’t as “pulled up” or cat eye […]

My nose looks like it was punched to the side 10 days post op. What’s going on?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I had a rhinoplasty and septoplasty 10 days ago. The goal was to straighten my nose, correct my very deviated septum, and straighten my nostrils. He had to rebreak my nose and also used grafts. My nose literally looks like it was punched in the opposite direction. I am freaking out. […]

Can I get Emsculpt while on my period?

A.We advise our female Emsculpt patient to try to schedule their abdominal Emsculpt treatments around their menstrual cycle, though it is not an absolute contra-indication. There is the risk of increased cramping, flow, and discomfort when treating patients with Emsculpt who are menstruating. Treating the buttocks while menstruating is safe. Good luck and be well.

I have metal pins along side of my femur bone. Is it safe for me to have Emsculpt?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I had a broken femur bone and the surgeon put a rod and pins along side of my femur bone. The rod was removed in 1972 but the pins remain. Is it safe for me to have EMSCULPT on my butt and stomach?I have heard that it is safe to have […]

I had bad results from Smart Lipo on my abs and have scar tissue inside. I want to try Emsculpt to break the scar tissue.

RealSelf actual patient comment: Emsculp will help? Please advise. A. Unfortunately Emsculpt will not break up scar tissue from previoius abdominal liposuction. I have seen the appearance of uneven lumpy abs from previous liposuction improve after Emsculpt. It is thought that the increased muscle mass and tone improves the appearance of the abdominals. Good luck […]

How long after the first Emsculpt treatment do you see results?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I just did my second sessions and don’t see much of a difference. A.Most Emsculpt patients can feel firmness in their muscles before they can see actual results. We have had some patients who see some improvement early but the majority of patients see their results about 4 to 6 weeks […]

Can Injectable fillers be used on nipples?

RealSelf actual patient comment: After a vacuum expansion session on nipples, can a dermal filler be used to keep the nipples enlarged? A.Yes, fillers can be used to enlarge and perk up nipples. Many professional dancers use this filler method to make their nipples more prominent. Good luck and be well.

Liquid nose job or traditional rhinoplasty? Bothered bulbous tip of my nose as well as the slight hump.

RealSelf actual patient comment: I have been bothered by the bulbous tip of my nose as well as the slight hump for some time. I would like a more refined tip and a more narrow bridge. I am considering either a traditional rhinoplasty surgery but if I could get similar results with filler that would […]

Are my lips swollen or are they that big after Juvederm?

RealSelf actual patient comment: i just got my lips done on friday at 4pm. It is now monday and i still feel like my lips are huge, especially the top. Igot 1 syringe of Juvederm and i’m wondering if someone can tell me if its swollen still or if they are that big. Please help. […]

Is it normal to have jaw soreness, trouble chewing and swallowing after Botox?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I recently got 42 units of Botox in my forehead, bunny lines, brow lift and crows feet.About 3 days ago. Since then, I’ve had trouble swallowing, chewing and overall soreness in my jaw and feel like I can’t really move my mouth. I have seen other posts on here saying it’s […]