Q&A with Dr. Persky

Fix uneven saggy under eye – What procedures (surgical or non surgical) should I look in to?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I’m a young college student but since I was I was little I have had saggy under eye and one of them being noticeable saggy and darker than the other one. When I smile the same under eye has a bigger bulge. Its so uneven and it’s cause of great insecurity […]

50th birthday blues – What procedures can be done (under $10,000 hopefully) to look younger?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I’m a single mom and about to turn 50. But looking in the mirror I feel more like mourning than celebrating. What procedures can be done (under $10,000 hopefully) to look younger? I’m open to anything at this point and not afraid to go under the knife. Thank you in advance […]

What work could be done to improve the aesthetic of my nose? Also, are under eye fillers right for me?

RealSelf actual patient comment: What can be to be done to “fix” my nose? There’s a dent in the side of my left nostril, and the bridge is pretty narrow. I don’t like the vertical shape and width of my ala and my tip is practically nonexistent. I’m curious whether or not I have a […]

What do doctors suggest to address anti-aging and skin damage on decolletage/chest?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I am interested in recommendations from the community to address anti-aging on my chest. I am starting to see skin damage and fine lines. Do doctors recommend BBS with Halo and Sculptra for chest or other suggested treatments from community of respected doctors. A. The female aging chest skin is treated […]

What is the best treatment for neck, chest and jowls?

RealSelf actual patient comment: My neck has lines that I’m not happy with. I have had Fraxel treatment on my neckand found it very painful, although it did look better. My jowlsare droopy and I haven’t done anything other than some filler. And my neck could use some tightening A.I would treat you with Profound […]

What are my options for my nose?

RealSelf actual patient comment: My nose has a bump on one side, which just really irritates me. It could be a little smaller too, but I would like to keep the triangular shape it has. I’m okay with it straight on, but it seems maybe a little curved? Could this be a deviated septum?My main […]

Are my cheeks asymmetrical? If yes, are fillers an option?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I am 28 and noticing that i lost more fat on my right cheek. Is it noticeable enough or is it normal? Shall I consider fillers or wait? A.The two sides of our face are more like siblings than identical twins. Like most everyone else, you have a mild difference between […]

Morphs versus reality, how close is a doctor able to get to the morphs?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Hi Doctors, After 3 rhinoplasty consults. I am only getting morphs of the profile and not the front view. I cannot get a grasp on the degree of correction to expect on my crooked nose. I cannot get any doc to give me a clear answer on how close results will […]

Do I need septoplasty or rhinoplasty for collapsed nasal wall?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Can an closed procedure be done for a collapsed nasal wall or anything that is less invasive with minimal down time? I have issues breathing due to the collapsed wall on both sides. A.If an examination of your nose reveals that you have enlarged inferior nasal turbinates compromising your nasal airway […]

Meaty nose at the end – What are my non surgical options please?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Hello, I have a “potato” meaty soft tissues nose tip, but happy with ny nose otherworse- bones are straight and nice. It’s not wide or droopy either. Any ideas how to make the nose slimmer please? A.It is difficult to answer your question without examinining you or seeing photos of your […]

I’d like to have a smaller nose base (alar, tip) with least procedures as possible. What would you recommend for me?

A. Your nose requires a rhinoplasty by an expert. You should consult with a few rhinoplasty experts and then choose your surgeon most carefully based on their skill, knowledge, training, care, experience and their natural artistic vision.A few rhinoplasty experts I would recommend are Ari Hyman, MD (Los Angeles), Dean Toriumi, MD (Chicago), and Steven […]

I want to get emsculpt on my lower abdominal pouch. Where should the emsculpt paddles be placed?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I want to get emsculpt on my lower abdominal pouch. Where should the emsculpt paddles be placed? Internal and external obliques? to pull my stomach in? Or directly down center on rectus abdominis? I’m worried placing it on the rectus abdominis will just give me a muscular pouch. A.Emsculpt will achieve […]