CoolSculpting has no down time! It is safe and completely non-invasive which allows immediate return to work, exercise and other normal activities. Although there may be some minor discomfort during the first 10 minutes as the fat is drawn into the applicator and cooled, no pain medication or anesthetic is needed. The procedure is comfortable enough to read, work on a laptop, listen to music with headphones or take a nap during the procedure. Afterwards patients experience redness which usually lasts minutes to hours. Some patients may experience bruising and/or tenderness, cramping and/or itching for 1 to 2 weeks and a temporary dulling of sensation for 1 or more weeks.
Many people, after seeing the results from their CoolSculpting procedure, take even better care of themselves. However, if you do gain weight, you may gain it more evenly all over your body, not just in the treated areas.
The most common side effects occur in the treatment area and include:
Your neck and chin area may be marked and then a topical anesthetic is applied to ensure comfort during the treatment. You will be in the treatment room for 20-30 minutes while the topical agent takes effect, but the injection part of the procedure takes only about 5 minutes. At each treatment, you will receive multiple small injections under your chin into the fat layer below the skin. The exact number of injections will depend on the amount of fat you have under your chin and your desired profile. After the injection is complete, the area is cleaned and a cold compress is applied to minimize swelling. Patient may continue to apply cold compresses every 2 hours for 15-20 minutes at a time during the first day.
A mastopexy is a breast lift that raises and firms the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue to reshape and support the new breast contour. Sometimes the areola becomes enlarged over time, and a breast lift can reduce this as well. Breast lift surgery does not change the size of your breast. If you want your breasts to look fuller, or smaller, you may want to consider either breast augmentation or breast reduction.
You may start to see changes as quickly as three weeks after your CoolSculpting treatment, and will experience the most dramatic results after two months. But your body will still flush out fat cells and continues doing so for up to four to six months after treatment. Individual results may vary.
The price for CoolSculpting procedures varies depending on your areas of concern, the number of sessions needed and your ultimate goals. A customized treatment plan will be created with our CoolSculpting Specialist that’s tailored to your body, your goals, and your budget.
The CoolSculpting procedure is FDA-cleared for non-surgical fat reduction on the flank (love handles), abdomen, bra line, inner thigh, outer thigh, and now the double chin. With over one million CoolSculpting procedures performed, it is proven to be a safe and effective treatment for non-surgical fat reduction.
Both men and women can benefit from CoolSculpting. Ideal candidates for CoolSculpting have some modest-size fat bulges that are not easily reduced through diet and exercise, such as: double chins, abdominal fat, love handles, back fat and fat bulges from menopause. We recommend a CoolSculpting consultation with our CoolSculpting Specialist to determine if you are a good candidate for this procedure and to review the procedure with you.
Our chemical peels are not recommended for pregnant or lactating women. The safety for the use of our salicylic acid and retinol peels in pregnant or lactating women has not been established. However, these ingredients are known teratogens and when ingested orally may result in complications for pregnant of lactating women.
Oral antibiotics used for the treatment of acne should be continued during the course of the peeling. The use of topical prescription medications, such as Retin-A, Tazorac, Differin, benzoyl peroxide, etc. should be postponed until the peel process is complete or skin sensitivity resolves. Over the counter acne remedies that are drying to the skin should also be discontinued until the peel process is complete or sensitivity resolves.
One of the active ingredients in our Vitalize and Rejuvenize Peel is salicylic acid (beta hydroxyl acid) which is commonly used to treat acne. Retinol is an ingredient which is known to unclog pores and prevent the formation of new acne lesions. Superficial exfoliation produced by our Vitalize and Rejuvenize Peels also helps to improve the appearance of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation caused by acne lesions.
The degree of peeling may vary depending on your skin type and skin condition at the time of the peel. Peeling can range from mild flaking to peeling in sheets. Regardless of the amount of peeling, the skin is still sloughing off at an accelerated rate. The outcome of the peel is not determined by the amount of peeling, but by the results the peel produces including an improvement of overall skin condition, smoothness of skin texture and diminishment of fine lines and wrinkles.
Women choose breast augmentation for a number of reasons. The most popular reasons women choose breast augmentation is to increase breast size, to achieve a symmetrical body silhouette and to add volume and firmness after weight loss, pregnancy or breastfeeding. Healthy women over the age of 18 years old may be good candidates, we recommend a consultation with Dr. Garcia to discuss your goals and to review of your medical history to ensure surgery is right for you.
BOTOX® is recommended for men and woman over the age of 18 years. Call Garcia Plastic and Hand Surgery for an appointment at (518) 793-0475. Further information can be obtained at www.botox.com or sign up for various promotions by registering at www.brilliantdistinctionsprogram.com.
Our practice now accepts the CareCredit health and beauty credit card. CareCredit provides Special Financing Options that can make it easier to fit a cosmetic procedure into your budget. More information can be provided to you at your consultation.
Prices for breast augmentation vary. After your consultation with Dr. Garcia, a complete quote will be provided to you. This quote will not only include the cost of the implants and Dr. Garcia’s fee, but we will also provide you with the hospital and anesthesiologist’s fees.
The most commonly reported side effects include capsular contracture, the development of a hematoma or seroma, changes in nipple and breast sensation, difficulties in breast feeding and delayed wound healing. More information can be provided during your consultation.
Depending on the type of work you do, some patients can return to work within a few days. Dr. Garcia recommends minimizing heavy lifting, running and jumping during the first 6 weeks after surgery.
The majority of patients have swelling and bruising immediately after surgery and for several weeks. Dr. Garcia recommends a front closure sports bra worn continuously in the first few weeks to reduce swelling and discomfort. With the advances in surgical techniques, shorter recovery times are now more commonplace.
Both implants have a silicone shell. The Natrelle® Round Gel implant is filled with a cohesive gel and is designed to create a soft, round look with a fuller upper-pole contour. The Gel implant is FDA approved for women at least 22 years old. The Natrelle® Saline implant is a round-shaped breast implant filled with saline that deliver your desired look with a small incision size. The Saline implant is FDA approved for women over the age of 18 years old.
Dr. Garcia uses the Natrelle® Collection which offer a selection of both Silicone Gel and Saline Implants in a variety of breast width, projection, and volume options. This collection allows for a truly personalized breast augmentation that fits you and your goals.
Some degree of redness is expected after any type of chemical peel procedure. The extent of redness varies from person to person. Your face may appear redder than usual for some time after the treatment and completely resolves after the peeling is complete.
Our practice now accepts the CareCredit health and beauty credit card. CareCredit provides Special Financing Options that can make it easier to fit a cosmetic procedure into your budget. More information can be provided to you at your consultation.
After your consultation with Dr. Garcia, a complete quote will be provided to you. This quote will not only include the cost of the implants and Dr. Garcia’s fee, but we will also provide you with the hospital and anesthesiologist’s fees.
The results of your breast lift surgery are long-lasting. Over time your breasts can continue to change due to aging and gravity. Keeping a healthy lifestyle and maintaining your weight will allow you to retain your new look longer.
The most commonly reported side effects include the development of a hematoma or seroma, changes in nipple and breast sensation, and delayed wound healing. More information can be provided during your consultation.
A breast augmentation and a breast lift achieve very different results. Some patients find that they are happy with the amount of breast tissue they have and simply want their breasts lifted. Other patients are unhappy with both the volume of their breasts and the degree of sagging, these patients may want to consider having both surgeries done. A personal consultation with Dr. Garcia is recommended to discuss your desired goals and to learn about the surgical options available to you.
Your breast lift surgery can be achieved through a variety of incision patterns and techniques. The appropriate technique for you will be determine during your consultation in which Dr. Garcia will consider your current breast size and shape, the size and position of your areolas, the degree of breast sagging and the quality and elasticity of the skin as well as the amount of extra skin.
Breast lift surgery is a highly individualized procedure. Women choose breast lift surgery for a number of reasons but primarily due to the loss of skin elastic that can result from pregnancy, breast feeding, weight changes, aging, gravity and heredity. Healthy women over the age of 18 years old may be good candidates, we recommend a consultation with Dr. Garcia to discuss your goals and to review of your medical history to ensure surgery is right for you.
You may feel your frown lines between the brows make you look tired, unapproachable. You may see lines across your forehead, or vertical lip lines that make you feel older. You may also notice that your crow’s feet lines are becoming deeper and more noticeable. Talk with Dr. Garcia to find out if BOTOX® Cosmetic is right for you. With real, noticeable results, no surgery and no recovery time, there are many reasons to get treated with BOTOX® Cosmetic.
Side effects associated with the injection include localized pain, inflammation, tenderness, swelling, redness and or bleeding/bruising. The mild redness and swelling at the injection site is temporary.
As you age, your skin loses HA resulting in facial wrinkles and folds, like those “parentheses” lines around your mouth. Juvederm can also be used to enhance the lips, improving the definition of the lip lines or adding more volume. Talk with Dr. Garcia to find out if Juvederm is for you.
JUVÉDERM® is a non-surgical filler, made from a modified form of hyaluronic acid (HA), used by Dr. Garcia to smooth lines and enhance lips. HA is a naturally occurring substance found in your skin. As you age, you start to lose HA, which causes the skin to lose structure and volume, contributing to the formation of wrinkles and folds.
Both BOTOX® Cosmetic and JUVÉDERM® XC are ways to treat moderate to severe facial lines and wrinkles. Both are non-surgical, but they work differently:
While most patients experience results for three to four months, your own results may vary. Dr. Garcia recommends enhancing your results with proper skin care.
Most patients will notice an improvement within 3 – 5 days, but the maximum effect may take up to two weeks.
Patients may want to avoid taking aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, St. John’s Wort, or high doses of Vitamin E supplements for one week prior to treatment, consult your primary physician before discontinuing any normally prescribed medications. Dr. Garcia also recommends taking Arnica Montana for three days prior to your treatment to reduce the risk of bruising and swelling. Arnica Montana can be purchased at most health food stores.
Do not use Arnica if you have active heart disease, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or are taking Coumadin, Lovenox, Heparin, or xeralto. If you have a medical condition that affects clotting or are on a medication which affects bloods clotting, you must get your primary care doctor’s approval before taking arnica.
Side effects associated with the injection include localized pain, inflammation, tenderness, swelling, redness and or bleeding/bruising. The mild redness and swelling at the injection site typically lasts for a few minutes. Patients can return immediately to work after treatment.
Bruising is an expected side effect of any injectable procedure. Here are a few tips to help minimize your bruising risk:
There are a variety of options available to help improve the appearance of brown spots including:
Call Garcia Plastic and Hand Surgery at (518) 793-0475 to schedule your personalized consultation with Dr. Juan C. Garcia. We recommend you bring to the appointment the bra cup size you are interested in becoming. You will have the opportunity to try on various implant sizes, providing you with an appearance approximation.
You may be a candidate for Latisse® solution, a prescription treatment for hypotrichosis used to grow eyelashes, making them longer, thicker and darker. During your personalized consultation with Dr. Garcia, he will help determine if this is the right solution for you. Latisse is not covered by medical insurance.
If you have a desk job, usually you can return to work within 4-7 days. This depends upon you. If you have a job that requires lifting, pushing or pulling over 20 lbs, then you may consider longer, unless you are able to have others complete this activity for you.
A Mommy makeover is a term used to describe various surgical and Non-surgical options available to women post having children. As a childbearing woman, the abdomen and breasts become the most affected during pregnancy.
Call Garcia Plastic and Hand Surgery at (518) 793-0475 for a personalized cosmetic consultation with Dr. Garcia. Dr. Garcia will examine you and provide you with the options available to you. You’ll leave your visit with information for you to think about and discuss with family or friends
Garcia Plastic and Hand Surgery recommend SkinMedica® skin care products. Each product compliments the next to produce healthy, rejuvenated skin.
Patients may want to avoid taking aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, St. John’s Wort, or high doses of Vitamin E supplements for one week prior to treatment, consult your primary physician before discontinuing any normally prescribed medications. Dr. Garcia also recommends taking Arnica Montana for three days prior to your treatment to reduce the risk of bruising and swelling. The recommendation is to take four tablets, four times a day, for three days prior to your injection.
Do not use Arnica if you have active heart disease, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or are taking Coumadin, Lovenox, Heparin, or xeralto. If you have a medical condition that affects clotting or are on a medication which affects bloods clotting, you must get your primary care doctor’s approval before taking arnica.
Patients with a history of cold sores must be treated with Valtrex to reduce the risk of an outbreak. Please notify our office and a prescription may be provided for you.
New skin is more susceptible to sunburn, therefore extra precautions should be taken to avoid sun exposure following the peel. Use of a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher is recommended. We recommend limiting sun exposure for at least one week after the chemical peel is performed.
Aging of the skin is a chronic natural phenomenon. A single peel can reduce some of the signs of aging, but once the skin has healed from the peel, the aging process starts again. Therefore, a daily program of specifically designed products that reduce the signs of again, as well as a series of peels are necessary to maintain long-term improvement.
Multiple treatments may be required to achieve desired results. Our Illuminize Peel can be repeated every 2 weeks, Vitalize Peel every 3-4 weeks and Rejuvenize Peel every 4-6 weeks. There is no limit to the number of peels a person can receive as long as improvement continues. The effect is cumulative with time and enhanced with SkinMedica daily regimen products.
JUVÉDERM® XC and JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC are approved to treat different areas of the face. So yes, treatments can be done at the same time.
JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC is used in people over the age of 21 to treat age-related volume loss. JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC may be right for you if you notice flattening or sagging skin in the cheek area and want to correct this for a more youthful profile. A personalized consultation with Dr. Garcia is the best way to learn if VOLUMA® right for you.
After a topical numbing agent is applied, Dr. Garcia injects JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® into the cheek area using a fine needle to instantly add volume and a subtle lift to the cheek area. Dr. Garcia chooses to use JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC in his treatments, which is formulated with lidocaine for a more comfortable treatment experience.
The natural-looking results of JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC lasts up to two years with optimal treatment. Results may vary.
You should expect personalized, friendly, knowledgeable service. Dr. Garcia will provide you with answers to any questions you may have, regarding surgical and non-surgical procedures, related to your consult.
Side effects associated with the injection include localized pain, inflammation, tenderness, swelling, redness and or bleeding/bruising. The mild redness and swelling at the injection site is temporary.
JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC injectable gel instantly adds volume to the cheek areas to address age-related volume loss. It creates contour and a subtle lift. With optimal treatment, the results can last up to two years.
JUVÉDERM VOLUMA®XC injectable gel is for deep injection in the cheek area to correct age-related volume loss in adults over the age of 21.
JUVÉDERM® XC is a non-surgical filler uses to instantly smooth out moderate to severe lines and folds along the sides of your nose and mouth, as well as enhance the lips. Natural-looking results may last up to one year with optimal treatment.
JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC is the first and only injectable gel that is FDA-approved to instantly correct age-related volume loss in the cheek area for people over 21. It adds volume, creating contour and lift for up to two years with optimal treatment.
Once the topical anesthetic is applied, you will want to allow 30 minutes for the topical to take effect. Depending on the number of areas to be treated, the injection time may vary from 15 minutes to 30 minutes or more. Touch-up injections as well as repeat injections are usually needed to maintain optimal results. Less gel is usually needed for repeat injections.
After a topical numbing agent is applied, Dr. Garcia injects JUVÉDERM® under your skin using a fine needle to instantly smooth out the wrinkles and folds on your face, or to instantly add volume to the lips. Dr. Garcia chooses to use JUVÉDERM® XC in his treatments, which is formulated with lidocaine for a more comfortable treatment experience.
Depending on the treatment area, most patients experience results for six to twelve months; your own results may vary. Dr. Garcia recommends enhancing your results with proper skin care. Our practice offers a full line of Authentic SkinMedica Skin Care Products.
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