Acne scarring is a significant psychologically debilitating disease affecting millions in the US, approximately 1% of the adult population in one study. Treatments for acne scars include: Lasers RF Microneedling Fillers TCA Cross Subcision Microneedling PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) PDO Threads (?) Most of these techniques are based on trying to make the disorganized collagen […]
Cellfina: Improving Cellulite Dimples For Years
[wpvideo ujkZpUUA] [wpvideo rqxQMnaC] There have been hundreds of potions, lotions, and procedures claiming the end to cellulite. All have basically failed…until now. Finally, there is a way to cure those cellulite dimples on the buttocks and posterior/lateral thigh. The procedure is called Cellfina, and at the ASLMS in April, 2016, there was data presented […]
Off Label Uses of the Infini – A Plethora of Potential Treatment Options – Scars, Sweat, Cellulite, Acne, Fat, Breast Lift, Knees, Tattoos
[youtube=http://youtu.be/08Ig4XR-q4s] [youtube=http://youtu.be/nxmE5hpMgbs] The Infini is quickly being recognized by the aesthetic physicians as a very powerful tool to tighten facial and neck skin with very little downtime (less than 36 hours). It has also proven to have an extremely low risk profile, with very few long term side effects noted, even in tan or dark skinned […]
Recent Advances in Coolsculpting – 2014
[youtube=http://youtu.be/IpGXZx71Y6Y] Coolsculpting is a noninvasive technique to permanently reduce unwanted fat. It was FDA approved in 2009 for treatment of the flanks. It has subsequently been FDA approved for abdominal fat and, as of April, 2014, has the indication for treating thighs. Up until this point, all the handpieces required a suction to adhere […]
Coolsculpting questions answered by Dr. Steve Weiner
All these questions were answered before the CoolSmooth handpiece was available. Some areas will be treatable with this handpiece that couldn’t be previously treated. Q: Why not ice packs to kill fat? Do you really expect us to believe it’s dangerous? A: Can’t compare ice to Coolsculpting Coolsculpting protects skin, muscle, and nerves by precisely […]
The New Coolsmooth Handpiece for Coolscupting is a “Game Changer”
Coolsmooth will be available April 2014 Dr. Weiner answers questions about Coolsculpting Coolcurve Handpiece Coolsculpting is a noninvasive way to treat undesired fat deposits using cryolipolysis. It permanently removes the fat with no downtime, minimal side effects, and little to no pain. It’s been available at The Aesthetic Clinique since December 2009, with Dr. Weiner […]
What are realistic expectations for noninvasive cosmetic procedures?
As the number of physicians providing noninvasive cosmetic services increases, there is a tendency for many to make unsubstantiated claims as to what outcomes can be expected. This ultimately can lead to unhappy patients and certain procedures can be tarnished in reviews or in the press for not living up to what was promised. Patients […]
What the consumer needs to know about Aesthetic Services!
It seems like almost everyone is offering Botox, Juvederm, Restylane, and lasers. From the Dentist, Family Practice doc, Chiropractor, to the ER doc. Although there is nothing illegal about this, often times their message is deceptive, against regulations, or not completely forthright. In addition, many take short cuts on their costs, which can ultimately affect […]
Coolsculpting – Reducing Fat permanently with cryolipolysis
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpGXZx71Y6Y] Dr. Weiner answers questions about Coolsculpting Coolsmooth Handpiece Coolcurve Handpiece Does the idea of permanently removing fat in the love handles or abdominal area using a procedure that is completely noninvasive, only takes a couple of hours, and has no downtime appeal to you? If it does (and why wouldn’t it?), then CoolSculpting is […]
