Category: anti-aging
2014 Age Defying Injectable Treatments
Well, we’re already half way through January, 2014 and my patients are still seeking ways to recover from the Holiday’s. In addition to my last two blogs discussing Glow N’Go Post Holiday Skin Rejuvenation and Clear+Brilliant Fraxel Laser treatments, this blog is a brief look at Botox Cosmetic, Dysport and Belotero. All three of these are injectables used to slow down the visible results of aging and restore many years of “youthfulness” to the face.
BOTOX and Brotox
We all develop worry lines, frown lines, laugh/smile lines and Crow’s feet referred to as “dynamic lines and wrinkles” caused by muscles in motion. These lines and wrinkles become more deeply etched into grooves as we age.
Botox® Cosmetic has been used for about two decades worldwide in medical treatments and was developed for cosmetic use in more recent years. Botox is injected into pre targeted areas to block the nerve impulses to the muscles. simultaneously it smooths out facial wrinkles.
Botox is safe, effective, non invasive (non surgical) and can be done over a lunch hour.
Brotox is so named for male Botox treatments using the same formula. Today’s men are having “in and out” cosmetic treatments for career reasons and to look good and be as healthy as possible.
DYSPORT® is a first cousin or twin to Botox Dysport is an injectable form of botulinum toxin type A, the same as Botox. Dysport was first developed in the United Kingdom to treat neurological, ophthalmic and neuromuscular disorders. It was further developed for cosmetic purposes like wrinkle treatments. It too is one of today’s safe, effective anti aging options. Here are some of Dyrport’s benefits:
· No downtime “in and out” lunch hour treatment
· Results are visible within 2 or 3 days, results are clinically proven to be longer lasting
· Dysport may be right for you
BELOTERO BALANCE® …for youthfulness that is uniquely you!
Facial youthfulness is lost as we age due to reduced production of HA (hyaluronic Acid) which affects the underlying facial support structure. Belotero is a highly effective injectable that restores these structures naturally.
Belotero is made from non animal based hyaluronic acid and is similar to other fillers such as Restylane® and Perlane®. Belotero is uniquely formulated to integrate smoothly with your skin for more natural results. It’s unique properties make it more versatile in correcting deep wrinkles and superficial lines. It can plump up your lips and smooth out laugh lines, upper lip lines, crow’s feet and marionette lines…discreetly. With Belotero, people will see a naturally younger looking you that will keep them wondering!
The goal for my blogs is to educate you, update you and encourage you in your quest for a healthy, more youthful aging process. At East End Laser Care I offer only safe yet advanced alternatives to plastic surgery. My patients have learned that they can “Forget the Knife” by using my preferred treatments. You can too!
EXPERT INJECTORS
It is most important to choose a trained, certified expert injector for all of your injectable/Botox/Filler treatments. Please know that more than 100,000 doctors are allowed to perform injectables in the U.S. but only 3% are qualified to do so. Expert Injectors are endorsed by the prestigious American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Buyer Beware!
Best to You and Yours,
Dr. Covey
Clear + Brilliant Laser Skin Treatment is Clearly Effective!
PROVEN LASER POWER – PRECISE and GENTLE AGE DEFYING TREATMENTS
If you’ve tried all the creams, lotions, soaps and scrubs and you’re looking for a simple yet effective treatment to restore natural glow and youthfulness to your skin…Clear + Brilliant Laser Skin treatments may be right for you.
CLEAR + BRILLIANT has become the perfect, powerful complement to beauty regimens of scores of patients everywhere.
My patients know that adding Clear + Brilliant Laser Skin treatments to their regular skin care regimen can be effective at any age. Gen Xer’s are leading the charge with today’s “In and Out” procedures to address the early signs of aging. In fact, most start anti aging treatments during their 30’s as part of their regular healthcare program. They know, as we do, that “Celebrities” start early with age defying treatments, they maintain them and they always look several years younger. Many of them are adding Clear + Brilliant laser treatments to their Armamentarium.
WHY CHOOSE CLEAR + BRILLIANT?
Here are just a few reasons:
1) Prevents and treats the signs of aging
2) Unique technology addresses existing and prevents future signs of aging
3) Illuminates your skin tone
4) Corrects photo damage, sun damage, fine lines/wrinkles, uneven skin tone, rough skin texture and large pores
5) Newest, gentlest laser for skin treatments
6) Also treats face, neck, chest, arms, hands, legs and back
7) Enhances the effectiveness of your regular skin care regimen
8) Recovers the glow, luminosity and smoothness for the healthy, glowing skin you deserve!
9) Treatments require about 30 minutes, are comfortable and get real results!
Advanced, precision smart-tip technology delivers unparalleled results at the hands of an expert laser user. Dr. Covey and select staff are trained, experienced, certified and trustworthy laser experts. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO…WHO’S SHOOTING YOUR LASER.
IS CLEAR + BRILLIANT RIGHT FOR YOU?
Well, I get asked this question many times every week. My answer is this: If you are seeking dramatic correction for skin problems, then no, it probably is not for you. I would recommend Fraxel® or Thermage®. But, if you like the way your skin looks; don’t require much correction, and want to “boost” your existing program…with little added time involved, this treatment could help you keep a fresh, youthful appearance for years. See my website for complete info: www.drcovey.com/new york.
A FEW TIPS FOR HEALTHY SKIN:
· Don’t smoke
· Eat nutritious living foods
· Drink plenty of pure water
· Minimize alcohol consumption
· Wash your skin gently
· Moisturize skin regularly
· Use sun protection
· Get enough sleep…regularly
Today’s lasers have taken skin care to a new level. It is one of today’s most popular non invasive treatments because advanced technology is comfortable, safe and effective unlike older laser technology. Questions? Contact me and let’s chat.
My goal for my blogs is to update and educate you about today’s non invasive (non surgical) anti aging beauty options. At East End Laser we are proud of being able to offer our patients the newest, most advanced and safest yet most effective options.
Best Wishes for a Beautiful, Healthy 2014 to You and Yours,
Alexander Covey M.D.
Alexander Covey, MD Selected as a Top Doctor for 2012 by U.S. News & World Report
Alexander J. Covey. MD has recently been recognized as a top doctor in the U.S. News & World report list of Tops Doctors for 2012. Dr. Covey is honored to be awarded this prestigious recognition.
U.S. News and World Report Top Doctors recognition is based solely on nominations made by peer physicians. Nominated physicians are screened by a physician-led research team that performs an extensive review of the nominee’s background, credentials and experience and combines this with data compiled by Castle Connolly’s “America’s Top Physicians”. Only physicians that are among the very best in their specialties and in their communities are selected for inclusion. Physicians cannot nominate themselves and cannot pay to be included in this prestigious list.
Dr. Covey is the surgical and medical director of East End Laser Care and has been practicing medicine and performing non-surgical cosmetic procedures since 1988 and he is widely recognized as a leader in the field of cosmetic and laser surgery. With offices in Southampton, Manhattan, and Center Moriches, Dr. Covey specializes in the most advanced alternatives to plastic surgery. He was one of the first in New York to introduce Cellulaze™ laser, the first and only long lasting treatment for the appearance of cellulite and Thermage™ CPT, the non-surgical skin tightening procedure for the face and body, and was one of the first to introduce the Liquid Face Lift (also known as VolumaLift™), Fraxel re:store DUAL™ lasers for skin resurfacing, and he was the first physician in Long Island to offer the breakthrough treatment Fraxel re:pair™ Laser Treatment for skin resurfacing and wrinkle removal. Dr. Covey also offers Exilis™ for skin tightening and fat and cellulite removal and Smartlipo TriPlex™ a laser assisted lipolysis for fat removal and body sculpting. Dr. Covey offers treatments to correct everything from wrinkles, facial veins, age spots and rosacea to sagging skin, droopy eyelids, love handles and cellulite.
Dr. Covey is the author of “Ageless Beauty: An Insider’s Guide Advanced Alternatives to Plastic Surgery” (Mill City Press, 2009), “Forget the Knife: A Complete Guide to Cosmetic Rejuvenation Without Surgery” (Mill City Press, 2007) and has been quoted by numerous publications including Newsday, Prevention, Men’s Health Magazine, Hampton’s Magazine and Dan’s Papers. Along with his recent recognition as one of the top doctors in US News & World Report’s Top Doctor 2012, Dr. Covey has also been named by the Castle Connolly Guide as one of the “Top Doctors” in New York for the last nine years and in 2009 was named one of “America’s Top Physicians” by the Consumers’ Research Council of America. He is a board certified physician who has been helping patients look years younger with his non-surgical treatments.
For more information about US News and World Report Top Doctors listing as well as the cosmetic treatments offered by Dr. Covey’s office, please contact East End Laser Care at (631) 878-9200 or visit their website at www.drcovey.com. Dr. Covey would enjoy discussing your cosmetic concerns at a complimentary and confidential consultation.
New Exilis Transforms Appearances!
We are thrilled to introduce Exilis™, the most exciting new non-surgical technology available to redefine your face and body, with no anesthesia and no downtime. Clinically tested and FDA approved, Exilis uses the most advanced radio frequency energy to tighten loose skin, melt fat and resculpt facial and body contours during fast, comfortable and painless treatments.
Exilis gives us maximum power with total control. Now we can safely and effectively deliver the right amount of thermal energy in order to tighten, firm up, and tone sagging skin and reshape and melt stubborn fatty deposits anywhere on your face and body – with no incisions, no anesthesia, and no downtime! Popular areas treated include the face, jowls, neck, chest, back, “love handles”, “bra fat”, abdomen, thighs, hips buttocks and knees.
Here’s how Exilis works: a computer controlled hand piece is guided over the treatment area precisely delivering the most effective amount of the revolutionary monopolar radio frequency (RF) thermal energy in order to give you the best result.
For skin tightening, the RF energy is directed straight to the dermal layer of your skin. The energy stimulates the collagen layer causing it to remodel into a stronger, more youthful configuration resulting in firmer skin.
For fat reduction, the RF energy targets the fat deposits located deeper under the skin. The liquefied fat is then excreted by your body’s own natural processes resulting in a slimmer looking silhouette.
Exilis is painless so it does not require any special numbing cream or anesthesia and, best of all, you can resume normal activities immediately after treatment!
For best results, we recommend a series of quick treatments designed to fit your needs. Results are immediate and progressive. Many patients may see results immediately with optimal results visible within three months of the treatments.
Call us today to see how Exilis can help you look your best.
Get Your Glow Back with NEW Clear + Brilliant™
This month I’m excited to tell you about our NEW Clear + Brilliant™ treatment. This treatment promises to give patients their GLOW back . . .and it delivers!
Clear + Brilliant (aka Clear and Brilliant) was developed by the same folks that designed the Fraxel line of lasers. Using the same revolutionary fractionating laser technology, Clear and Brilliant laser treatments expands skin care to not only address the signs of aging, but gives you the power to help prevent them. This unique laser system can help erase the early signs of photo-damage, sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin tone, rough skin texture and large pores.
before and after
before and after
Clear + Brilliant is usually performed as a series of treatments however the number of treatments you need is tailored to your concerns and skin care desires. Results are both immediate and progressive. Some patients may see results immediately with more visible improvements after a series of treatments. The treatment takes about 20 minutes to perform however we ask that you allow one hour for you appointment. After the treatments some patients may experience mild redness and mild swelling which quickly subsides. Mineral makeup can be applied after your treatment.
For more information about this treatment visit our website at www.drcovey.com or call us at (631) 878-9200 for a complimentary consultation.
Quick Treatments for a Healthy Holiday Glow
It’s December again . . .our radios are playing holiday music, our offices are decorated with sparkling tinsel and jingle bells, our Toys For Tots box is filling up (thank you once again for helping us with this very worthy cause) and our patients are rushing in for their pre-holiday touch-ups.
Today was no exception. At least 7 people asked me this morning which treatment can give them the best result in the shortest amount of time. Since so many are asking I thought I’d share my thoughts here.
While almost all of our treatments fit this description, the most popular treatments this time of year are usually Botox/Dysport, Dermal Fillers, Microdermabrasions, chemical peels and facials. Each of these treatments immediately combats the signs of aging leaving you with naturally younger and healthy looking skin.
Botox and Dysport are simple and safe non-surgical injectable treatments that smooth the dynamic wrinkles and erase that “angry” look some have due to forehead wrinkles and creases. Using very tiny micro-needles, Botox or Dysport is injected right into the muscle causing the wrinkle action. Within 3-10 days your skin smooths out and the wrinkles are diminished – just in time for all those holiday get-togethers.
Dermal fillers, including Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm and Radiesse, work a little differently. They actually replace volume lost under the skin and are perfect for plumping up your lips, filling in smile lines and giving you back the youthful contours of your face.
Microdermabrasions, chemical peels and other facials are quick refreshing non-surgical treatments that rejuvenate and revitalize your skin. Designed specifically for your skin type, these treatments exfoliate your skin, promote new cell growth, clean your pores, stimulate collagen networking and improve your skin’s texture giving you a healthy glow. And they’re relaxing too – something many of our patients look forward to this time of year!
