Posted August 13, 2009 in Beauty, Blog, Botox and Facial Fillers, Uncategorized
The film “The Picture of Dorian Gray”, based on the 1890 novel by Oscar Wilde opens next week. It is the dreamlike story of a young man who sells his soul for eternal youth and beauty. The ads for the movie cry out “FOREVER YOUNG” and “ETERNALLY PERFECT”. The parallels between Wilde’s 1890’s and today’s […]
Read MorePosted August 07, 2009 in Beauty, Blog, Uncategorized
I was recently asked on RealSelf.com a question about the injection of Radiesse filler for “marionette lines”. The patient had received filler in the past that made her jaw and chin look masculine. She wanted to avoid this look when injected with the longer lasting Radiesse product. Here is my answer……… “Your question emphasizes the […]
Read MorePosted August 06, 2009 in Beauty, Blog, Botox and Facial Fillers, Uncategorized
One of the nicest compliments that can be given or received is “What a kind face you have.” What makes a kind face? Start with the best form of plastic surgery…..smiling. Add a little sparkle of soul to the eyes. Care about others and help others. Get fresh air, exercise, and don’t spend much time […]
Read MorePosted August 03, 2009 in Blog, Rhinoplasty, Uncategorized
You do not necessarily have to look like you lost an Ultimate Fighting Championship fight after having rhinoplasty. Every surgeon is different, and as you can tell from the variety of answers to this question on www.RealSelf.com, some create more bruising and swelling than others. I have found that when the proper techniques are used, […]
Read MorePosted July 30, 2009 in Blog, Sculptra, Uncategorized
The long awaited FDA approval of Sculptra for facial cosmetic use was announced yesterday. Company spokespersons from pharmaceutical company Sanofi-Aventis announced yesterday that federal clearance had been given to use their dermal filler Sculptra in cosmetic procedures. Although (off-label) cosmetic use of Sculptra has been happening for years, the original FDA approval of Sculptra was […]
Read MorePosted July 28, 2009 in Blog, Media Appearances, Uncategorized
Tune in to Sirius Radio, Channel 114 (Doctor’s Channel) on Thursday July 30, 2009 at 4:00pm PST (7:00pm EST) to hear Dr. Michael Persky discuss “What’s New in Facial Plastic Surgery?” with popular New York City cosmetic dermatologist Doris Day, MD. You may call in to ask your personal questions live. Dr. Day has a […]
Read MorePosted July 22, 2009 in Blog, Uncategorized
Ortho Dermologics announced on June 8, 2009 that Evolence is the first collagen injection product proven to last over one year. The long lasting effect allows physicians to give their patients the natural look of collagen at a great value. Another advantage of Evolence over other fillers is that there is much less swelling and […]
Read MorePosted July 21, 2009 in Blog, Philosophy 101, Uncategorized
Award winning Emmy writer/director/producer and professional baseball announcer, Ken Levine, wrote a beautiful piece about the late Walter Cronkite. Here is what Ken said: “He told us that President Kennedy had died. He told us that we had landed a man on the moon. He walked us through national conventions. No one was elected President […]
Read MorePosted July 20, 2009 in Blog, Botox and Facial Fillers, Uncategorized
Allergan Inc said on Thursday that its popular Botox wrinkle-smoother “worked as a treatment for adults suffering from chronic migraines”, according to late-stage clinical data. Allergan said, “data from its phase III clinical trials showed a significantly greater decrease in headache days among patients receiving Botox, compared with those receiving a placebo. The treatment was […]
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