Spider Vein Treatment ManhattanSpider veins, or telangiectasias, are small, thin blood vessels visible beneath the skin. They appear most commonly on the face and legs and may look like a series of lines, tree branches, or spider/web like shapes with a dark center. It is estimated that they affect nearly half of adult women in the u.S. spider veins are caused by a variety of factors, including heredity, pregnancy, weight gain, long periods of standing, and certain medications. They often appear red or blue, and because they form on the face, thighs, calves and ankles, many patients are bothered by the way they look. Others seek medical treatment for uncomfortable symptoms such as aching, burning, swelling, and cramping. New technology allows us to treat spider veins without surgery or an extended hospital stay and long recovery. Laser ablation takes only 45 minutes in two sessions. The procedure is painless and does not require anesthesia. The laser aims carefully controlled pulses of narrow-wavelength light at the damaged veins. The veins absorb the light and heat up, then collapse and close. They are then gradually re-absorbed by the body. Normal activities can be resumed immediately.
Sclerotherapy ManhattanSclerotherapy is the standard treatment for varicose and spider veins. A special sclerosing solution is injected into the diseased vein, which then collapses and is gradually absorbed by the body. By the end of the treatment program, the veins are less visible on the skin surface. Sclerotherapy usually also relieves symptoms associated with enlarged veins and prevents further complications.
Aurora - Pigmented Lesions / Sun Damage / Telangiectasia ManhattanThe aurora laser is the newest development in skin technology powered by (elos). Unlike other laser and light based technology which use only one energy source, the aurora combines light and radiofrequency energies to get superior results with lower overall energy output which provides the highest level of safety and comfort to the patient. The combined bi-polar radio frequency energies of elos technology precisely target pigmented lesions such as freckles, sun spots and age spots. Vascular lesions such as spider veins and redness from rosacea are also lightened and gradually fade. There is virtually no down time with this treatment. An added benefit is that it is not painful, especially when we use a topical anesthetic.
Aurora SystemIntense pulse light and radiofrequency laser gets rid of freckles, sun spots, little vessels around the nose and reduce redness over the face.
Etwo - Complete Facial RejuvinationSublime and sublative revolutionary combination of lasers is non-invasive, effective on all skin types and requires minimal downtime. The sublime technology uses the elos combination of ir and bi-polar rf to provide controlled deep dermal heating. This heating of the deep dermis both stimulates and shortens aged collagen fibers, resulting in immediate and longterm improvement of wrinkles and facial contour. Sublative technology delivers bipolar radiofrequency energy. The fractional delivery of rf energy causes micro-epidermal ablative injuries with wider-spread dermal coagulation. This initiates a strong wound healing response in the dermal matrix leading to a smoother, rejuvinated appearance of the skin.
Emax - Fine Lines and Wrinkles ManhattanThe elos technology is the safest, most effective and comfortable aesthetic technology available. Emax is an elos product that can treat a wide range of hair colors, skin tone, and skin texture. This unique combination of radio frequency and infra-red light isolate the treatment area and leave the surrounding skin free from potentially harmful side effects. This unique heating produces results at both the surface and deep dermal levels. The two technologies tighten and lift the skin and create a non-surgical face-lift. Because of this, emax can be used to perform the refirme skin tightening treatment. Fda-approved, refirme anti-aging treatments lift and smooth the skin to achieve non-invasive facial rejuvenation by targeting loose skin on the jowls and neck, sagging areas under the eyes, drooping brow lines, and prominent nasolabial folds (lines from the nose to the corners of the mouth). After treatment, the skin becomes noticeably smoother, more luminous and toned. Refirme treatments are fast, safe, virtually painless and effective, and require no downtime. They can be used on the face, neck, upper arms, abdomen and knees.
Fractional Co2 Resurfacing ManhattanMatrix is a unique noninvasive laser therapy designed to dramatically improve skin texture and pigmentation, including the treatment of fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, surgical scars, and sun damage. Matrix utilizes fractional resurfacing technology, where only a small fraction of the skin receives the laser light. The treatment delivers a series of microscopic laser spots, while simultaneously preserving areas of unaffected, healthy skin. The healthy cells in the untouched spots promote rapid healing of the entire area, resulting in faster recovery time and minimal side effects. The result is softer, smoother and healthier skin without an uncomfortable healing period.
Fraxel Re:Store DualThis new technology offers patients a new process that can achieve results comparable to superficial fractional co2 treatments with minimal down time.This revolutionary technology is able to precisely treat thousands of microscopic areas of skin, using pinpoint laser beams that penetrate beneath the skins surface to eliminate old, damaged skin cells. The fraxel treatment stimulates the body's own natural healing process which replaces damaged skin with fresh, glowing, healthy skin. It is safe and effective on delicate areas like the neck, chest and hands to remove age/sun spots, wrinkles, acne scars and pigmented areas.
Vbeam LaserThe vbeam uses an intense beam of light, delivered in long pulses, to gently remove unwanted, damaged, or diseased cells without harming the surrounding healthy cells. Vascular lesions (spider veins and hemangiomas) and pigmented lesions (brown age spots and freckles) can usually be removed virtually pain free with one or two treatments.
Matrix Co2 Fractional Skin ResurfacingThe high speed ultrafine fractional scanner directs a grid pattern of tiny pulses of light at the skin. Each pulse delivers a column of energy that can reach the skin's dermal layer. This stimulates a natural renewal process of the body's own collagen. Treatments with the matrix fractional co2 laser enhance the skin's strength and elasticity.This laser is effective on almost all skin types to treat wrinkles, fine lines, acne scars, sun damage and pigmented lesions.
UltheraUltherapy's ultrasound energy reaches below the surface of the skin to initiate the body's own natural repair process. As the skin matures, collagen fibers that provide internal support become worn. Because the rejuvenation process occurs naturally, results occur gradually.Over a period of 2-3 months skin firming and toning results in the elevation of the brow, softening the wrinkles around the eyes, a shifting of the cheek tissue upward, an improvement in the folds and lines around the nose and mouth and reduced sagging under the chin.
Filler Treatment
Restylane/ Perlane ManhattanThese are dermal fillers that replace lost volume and restore youthful contours to the skin to smooth away moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. The common areas are nasolabial folds (lines from the nose to the mouth) cheek bones, hollows in the cheeks and lines round the mouth. Fillers last from 6-12 months. As we get older, we lose volume in the face, which gives a older appearance. The fillers restore that volume. This non-surgical treatment replaces the natural collagen support under the skin. Restylane is hyaluronic acid product does not require allergy testing. Dr. sobel is recognized as a platinum injector by medicis, the manufacturer of restylane because of the expertise in injecting restylane.
Radiesse ManhattanRadiesse is a synthetic injectable filler that reduces wrinkles, creases and scars by augmenting the body’s natural collagen supply. Composed of microspheres in a biocompatible gel, radiesse is made from the same minerals found in our bones, so it carries little risk of allergic reaction. Radiesse can be used on many areas of the body, including the lips, nasolabial folds, peri-oral lines, depressed scars and oral commissures.Treatments typically take 15 minutes and require only local anesthetic. Side effects such as swelling or bruising are minimal and should fade within a few days. Results are visible immediately after the injection and can last for months or years, although the procedure can be repeated as often as you wish.
Sculptra ManhattanSculptra counteracts the loss of fat beneath the skin (a condition called lipoatrophy). Sculptra is injected into the deep dermis layer of the skin to improve the appearance of sunken cheeks, hollow eyes, indentations and wrinkles. Its main component is an alpha hyrdoxy acid that has been used for 20 years in surgical products such as dissolvable sutures. Results can last up to two years.
Cosmoderm/Cosmoplast ManhattanMost types of injectable collagen are derived from purified bovine (cow) products, which means patients must undergo skin allergy tests and wait weeks for results before you can begin treatments. Now, the remarkable new cosmoderm and cosmoplast soft-tissue fillers are made from human collagen similar to what is already in the body, eliminating the need for pre-treatment testing and reducing recovery time for fast, simple improvement of facial lines and wrinkles. With as little as one trip to the physician’s office, you can be on your way to enjoying a healthier, younger appearance for up to six months.
Juvederm Injectable Gel ManhattanTouted as the "next generation" of facial fillers, juvéderm injectable gels gently smooth wrinkles and folds around the mouth and nose and restore a youthful volume to the face. They are especially effective on smile lines and "parentheses" (nasolabial folds) that run from the bottom of the nose to the sides of the mouth.
Juvederm Ultra and Juvéderm Ultra PlusRecently approved by the fda, juvéderm products are made with hyaluronic acid, a natural substance found in the body that works with collagen and elastin to provide volume and support to the skin. They come in three formulas optimized for the depth of the area being treated. Juvéderm ultra and juvéderm ultra plus use a more advanced, cross-linked formula for the correction of moderate to severe wrinkles or folds in the mid- to deep dermis. Treatment takes only 15 minutes with immediate results and no downtime. Results typically last about 6-9 months and can be made to last even longer with a simple follow-up treatment a few weeks after the initial injection.
Captique ManhattanCaptique is a new injectable filler designed to reduce wrinkles and folds around the nose and mouth. Recently approved by the fda, captique is distributed by inamed aesthetics, the same company that produces zyderm/zyplast, cosmoderm/cosmoplast and hylaform. Like hylaform, captique gel is made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring sugar that bonds with water to add volume to the skin. Hyaluronic acid is non-animal based and carries no risk of allergic reaction, so no pre-treatment skin test is necessary. Captique works in the same way as restylane. The clear gel is injected beneath the skin, where it binds with water to plump up wrinkles and folds, giving the skin a smoother, younger look. Touch-up treatments every few months can maintain the effects. Your physician can answer further questions and determine whether captique is right for you.
Silikon ManhattanThe fda has approved medical grade injectable silicone for ophthalmic use to treat retinal detachment and, as with some other injectables, it is being used off-label for cosmetic purposes. Silikon 1000 and adatosil 5000, when injected in "micro-droplets" are effective for treating acne scars, plumping the lips and fine lines around the lip borders. These micro-droplets will gradually build up the area in one to four treatments, spaced at least one month apart. Dr. sobel cautions that silicone injections are not appropriate for everyone. It is extremely important to go to a dermatologist with experience micro droplet technique. Dr. sobel has been using silicone since it's approval for off label use.
Face Treatment
Basic European Facial ManhattanThe building blocks to healthy and well-balanced skin begin with a traditional european facial that will purify and rejuvenate all skin types. A skin analysis is followed by penetrating steam, which removes impurities. Afterwards, enjoy a relaxing massage and customized mask made from our specially formulated products. A 55 minute procedure.
Glycolic Facial Peel Treatment ManhattanA glycolic peel is a mild to medium grade chemical peel with minimal down time. This 30 minute treatment can help to improve the skin's tone and texture. It also helps with sun damage, mild acne and promote new skin cell growth. This treatment can be done alone or as an add-onto basic facial.
Sensitive Skin Facial ManhattanThis facial is for skin that is sensitive or easily irritated. The products that are specially chosen to soothe and nourish sensitive skin will reduce redness and irritation, resulting in an overall hydrated glow. A 55 minute procedure.
Acne Facial ManhattanA deep-pore cleansing facial treatment for pre-teen and teenagers is affected by excessive oil secretion and acne. This therapeutic treatment helps manage and control acne while clarifying and calming troubled skin. Also helpful for anyone with oily, problem skin. A 55 minute procedure.
Deep Pre-Cleansing Back Treatment ManhattanFor an overall purified complexion, this treatment includes massage, extractions and a customized mask for clear, smooth skin. A 55 minute procedure.
Vitamin C Environmental Protection TreatmentA preventative and restorative treatment using our revolutionary transepidermal vitamin c full face mask. This unique treatment offers the most direct delivery of potent antioxidants to the skin to neutralize free radical damage for a younger, more hydrated skin texture. An add-on to basic facial.
Deluxe Clarifying and Rejuvenating Facial ManhattanPollution, makeup and surface oils can clog pores leaving skin looking dull, rough and tired. To optimize your skin condition, this deluxe facial uses steam therapy to open pores which allow cleansers and moisturizers to penetrate. In addition, an enzyme peel exfoliates and decongest pores to improve the skins texture. Exfoliation is followed by an extraction process that gently removes persistent impurities. A relaxing facial massage and customized mask complete this treatment for truly clear, glowing skin. A 55 minute procedure.
Intensive Lightening Treatment for Hyper-Pigmentation ManhattanThis treatment is designed to help minimize one of the most difficult cosmetic problems, hyper-pigmentation. Using specially formulated products in combination with galvanic circulation this treatment, along with a customized home care regimen, will minimize sun damage and hyper-pigmentation. An add-on to basic facial.
Eye Renewal Treatment ManhattanThis soothing and healing treatment revitalizes your eyes with essential nutrients as it diminishes dark circles, smoothes fine lines and reduces puffiness. Created to complement any of our spa services. An add-on to basic facial.
Fluoroxygen, C FacialThis is a multidirectional treatment for skin hyperpigmentation and photo damage. It lightens visible epidermal layers, while regulating melanin production in the deeper dermis while rejuvinating the skin. Fluoroxygen+c provide long term protection against biological and envirnmental factors that cause discoloration.
Unstress FacialThis unique treatment soothes and prevents stress induced skin damages. It uses clinically proven bioactive agents to provide dna and cell membrane protection, reducing skin vulnerability caused by envirnmental and personal stresses. Unstress treats premature aging and brings the skin to its healthiest state, by boosting the body's natural immune system and cell defense mechanisms.
Body Treatment
Massage Therapy/Post-Liposuction Lymphatic Massage ManhattanFor massage therapy, choose either general, swedish, or deep shiatsu massages, performed by a male or female therapist. Post liposuction lymphatic massage is a localized treatment created for post-liposuction to enhance your surgical outcome. Relax while gentle suction rids the body of toxins to promote better healing, followed by a gentle yet invigorating massage to reduce scar tissue formation. This treatment will improve circulation and oxygenate the skin. This is the perfect complement to body contouring to produce excellent surgical results. An appointment is necessary. A 15-45 minute procedure, depending on the area being treated.
Anti-Aging Glycolic Treatment for Hands and Feet ManhattanSpecifically created to beautify the hands and feet with the help of crystalline glycolic products. This treatment helps to slough off dead skin cells for softer, smoother and younger looking skin. A 45 minute procedure.
Microdermabrasion ManhattanMicrodermabrasion is a non-invasive, non-surgical procedure that uses a highly controlled spray of organic mineral crystals. This treatment removes the outer layer of damaged skin, revealing younger, tighter and more radiant skin below the surface. Face, hands and décolleté will benefit from this effective treatment. May be used in conjunction with our non-ablative lasers for synergistic results. Performed by our highly trained estheticians or cosmetically trained nurses.
Spa Peels
Glycolic Acid/Tca Facial Treatments ManhattanBring back the glow of healthy skin or minimize hyper-pigmented areas using increasing strengths of pure alpha-hydroxy acid or tca. This treatment will remove outer layers of dead cells, encouraging cell renewal and revealing fresher, younger skin. This peel is most effective using a series of six, applied in two week intervals. Recommended for most skin types, especially mature, dull and sun-damaged skin. Also used as part of an acne care regimen.
Refinity Treatment ManhattanThis intense peel uses higher concentrations of alpha-hydroxy acid combined with a unique anti-inflammatory agent to deliver a rapid exfoliation of the top layers of skin without redness or discomfort. A perfect procedure for refining fine lines and lightening pigmentation from age, sun, and pregnancy. A refinity peel can be repeated every two weeks and is performed by one of our specially trained cosmetic nurses.
Illuminize PeelA light peel appropriate for the first time chemical peel patients or patients looking for a gentle superficial peel to make the skin brighter and more radient.
Vitalize Peel ManhattanWith the vitalize peel, patients may achieve dramatic improvement in epidermal texture, tone lessening of superficial lines and a healthier, more youthful look and feel with minimal "down time. " This peel uses alcohol-based prepping and peeling solutions followed by retinoic acid to help pigmentation problems (such as age spots) fade, stimulate collagen production in the cells underneath the skin's surface and prepare the skin to receive maximum results prior to treatments such as laser resurfacing.
Rejuvinize PeelThis is a deeper peel that penetrates into the deeper layers of the epidermis and produces a greater amount of exfoliation.
Vi PeelThis peel will improve the tone, texture and clarity of the skin, reduce age spots, freckles and hyperpigmentation, as well as reduce the appearance of pore size. It stimulates the production of collagen and elastin to promote firmer skin. The acne peel contains a targeted solutuion to purify acne prone skin and helps clear acne scars.
Beta-Lift ManhattanA remarkable dermatological procedure. Beta-lift is powerful and impressively out performs traditional chemical peels. You can quickly achieve substantial improvement in the appearance of superficial lines and uneven pigmentation, while making your skin look and feel softer, smoother and better moisturize. Even acne scars and enlarged pores may become less noticeable.
Microdermabrasion ManhattanMicrodermabrasion is a non-invasive, non-surgical procedure that uses a highly controlled spray of organic mineral crystals. This treatment removes the outer layer of damaged skin, revealing younger, tighter and more radiant skin below the surface. Face, hands and décolleté will benefit from this effective treatment. May be used in conjunction with our non-ablative lasers for synergistic results. Performed by our highly trained estheticians or cosmetically trained nursed.
Eyebrow Sculpting ManhattanHave your eyebrows shaped by a specialist. Watch your eyebrow be transformed through tweezing and trimming, into works of art. With a clean, precise and natural line, your features will be enhanced and beautiful.
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Botox Cosmetic
Botoxcosmetic Treatments ManhattanThis simple and safe procedure takes only minutes and requires no recovery time. Used safely in medicine for decades, botoxhas revolutionized cosmetic dermatology by effectively reversing the visible signs of aging by injecting minute amounts of botulism toxin into selective groups of muscles. Using a micro-sized needle, botoxis injected into certain muscles of the face and neck to relax them and lessen the appearance of wrinkles that result from our daily expression, such as crow's feet, lines between the eyes, the horizontal lines across the forehead, to raise the corners of the mouth, decrease lines around upper and lower lips and decrease the bands on the neck. Tiny needles are used so there is virtually no bruising so no one will know a procedure has been performed. Expertly injected by dr. sobel, you can reverse the visible signs of aging without losing your natural expression. The results can be seen within four to five days and last three to six months. Dr. sobel's office is one of the only a few teaching centers in new york recognized by allergen, the distributor of botox. It is important to use a physician who can inject the correct muscles in order to achieve a younger but natural appearance.
What Can Botoxtreatments Do for Me?Botoxcosmetic is the most popular cosmetic procedure in the country and one of our most requested services. Quick, safe and effective, botoxreduces or eliminates facial lines and wrinkles for up to six months with no downtime or surgery and little to no discomfort. Through a series of tiny injections, botoxgives you a rejuvenated look by smoothing crow's feet beneath the eyes, frown lines between the eyebrows, horizontal lines across the forehead, worry lines around the mouth, and lines on the neck.
The Importance of Choosing a Qualified Physician for BotoxEven though botoxis not a surgical procedure, it is very important to choose a highly experienced and qualified physician when deciding to undergo botoxtreatments. Doctors who are less familiar with the technique could leave you looking "frozen" or perpetually surprised. Our doctors are intimately familiar with botoxcosmetic, having successfully treated hundreds of patients at our office. Not only that, we also take the time to talk with each candidate before beginning the injections to find out what he or she wants to achieve and to determine how best to correct the problem area(s) so patients can be happy again with their smoother, younger-looking faces.
How Does Botoxwork?Botoxis made from a highly purified protein that is very safe when administered by a trained physician. The medication relaxes the muscles in the face that cause wrinkles. In this way, botoxsmoothes the lines in the skin that make you look tired or angry.
Can Botoxbe Used for Conditions Besides Wrinkles?Yes. Botoxmay also be useful for migraine headaches, excessive sweating, and eye and neck muscle spasms. Talk to us about whether botoxcan help you.
Botoxfor Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)This difficult problem, seen commonly in the underarms, hands and feet can be treated effectively with botox. When injected into these areas, it can effectively inhibit overactive sweat glands for up to six months.
Hair Removal
Laser Hair Removal Manhattan
Laser Hair Removal ManhattanWhether for hygienic or cosmetic reasons, women and men who are tired of temporary, often painful methods of removing unwanted hair on the face, back, legs or other body areas may welcome laser hair removal with relief. Lasers produce highly focused, intense beams of light. Dark pigments in the hair follicles beneath the skin’s surface absorb this light and convert it to heat, destroying the follicles and preventing hair growth for up to two years. Multiple treatments are required for complete hair removal. Treatments are needle-free and do not require anesthesia. Most patients feel nothing more than a slight sting like the snap of a rubber band. It is possible that some hair will grow back, though it is usually finer and lighter than what was originally removed. There may also be some redness and swelling following the procedure.
Lightsheer Duet High Speed LaserMade by lumenis, the same company that pioneered intense pulsed light (ipl) technology, the lightsheer diode laser is considered the industry “gold standard” in achieving permanent hair reduction. The lightsheer laser works on a range of hair colors and all skin types, including tanned skin, and has been proven to improve the appearance of razor bumps, benign pigmented lesions, sun damage and superficial leg veins in addition to removing hair.The lightsheer duet offers the patient two handpiece choices depending on your needs. The lightsheer high speed handpiece uses breakthough vacuum assisted technology in combination with diode laser light to allow rapid and comfortable treatment of large areas. A back or legs can now be treated in 15 to 20 minutes, without the need for topical numbing creams. The lightsheer duet also offers you the lightsheer et handpiece with chilltip cooling for smaller areas. The lightsheer duet allows for a truly customized treatment for all hair and skin types and lifestyles.