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You guessed it–the USA leads the list, comprising nearly 18 percent of the procedures performed globally. According to a survey of International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American men and women undergo more treatments than people do in any other country. Here’s how it breaks down…

South Africa, Romania and Lebanon have the fewest procedures of all surveyed countries.

Also, for all of the treatments that Americans have, they have spent more than $15 billion for the first time ever, according to the ASAPS survey. This figure represents combined nonsurgical and surgical procedures: nonsurgical procedures comprise 44 percent of the total and surgical, 56 percent. The expenditures are up 11 percent from last year. Botox remains the most popular nonsurgical anti-aging option this year, with about 4.6 million treatments given in the U.S. in 2017.

Remember, fall is an optimal time for laser resurfacing and SmartLipo, in addition to Botox and dermal fillers. So, call our office to schedule a complimentary consultation, and we’ll help you devise a treatment plan just for you.

See you soon.

This entry was posted on Wednesday, October 25th, 2017 at 9:39 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

Now that the temperatures have begun to drop and the sun is no longer at its height, it’s prime time for certain cosmetic treatments that do their best during the fall.

Here’s a run-down of the best treatments for right now:

Laser Hair Removal: This procedure works best on fair skin, so if you’ve become tanned in the summer and now notice a fade, you might consider scheduling an appointment.

The greater the contrast between a dark hair follicle and a paler skin tone, the easier it is for the laser to find the root of your hairs and remove them.

Fraxel Laser Resurfacing: After the treatment, which penetrates through the surface of your skin, you’ll need to avoid direct sun for a little while. So, autumn is a fine time for Fraxel. It may take a few days for your damaged skin to flake off, revealing a smoother blemish-free complexion. Fraxel will help improve summer’s damaging effects on your skin.

SmartLipo Triplex: You will see immediate improvement with SmartLipo Triplex, but it can take some time for optimal results to emerge. So, it’s best that all of this happens during the fall. You’ll be ready for beachwear, whether on a winter vacation to a warm locale or the local beach next summer.

Of course, your individual needs determine which procedures you choose, and when to have them. Call our office today to schedule a complimentary consultation. We’ll help you figure out the fall plan that serves you best.

See you soon.

This entry was posted on Monday, October 16th, 2017 at 8:42 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

Many of you have a simple request when you come to my office: you don’t want anyone to know that you’ve been there. One of the biggest giveaways is the overdone lip.

My guiding principle has always been “less is more.” Much more. When it comes to restoring lips, this philosophy is critical. To restore lips to their more youthful selves, naturally, I like to utilize a triple-play: Define, shape and add volume.

To give your lips the appearance that they once had, I carefully use dermal fillers in small specific ways to create subtle changes that provide maximum visual impact. The secret is balance. If any part of the lips is too fat or too thin, the result will affect the entire appearance of your face.

First, I define the edge between the top lip and the skin above it, beneath your nose. Then, I place gentle injections in key spots to reshape and plump the upper lip, keeping it looking natural. The upper lip should have variation across the lower border and a bow across the top.

As for the lower lip, which typically has a uniform shape all the way across with a little extra volume in the middle, I take all angles into account. When I look at your lip from the side, I want to make sure that it isn’t too puffy, and when I look from the front, I like to see some extra height.

Lip injections take only a few minutes, and you should be able to go back to your normal activities right after the procedure. 

Lips tend to thin out and lose fat as we get older. A variety of lip injection options are available to take care of your concerns, and the results should last from several months to a year, depending on the type of filler used. We like to use the hyaluronic acid fillers Restylane, Restylane Silk, Belotero Balance, Volbella and Juvederm.

So, call our office to talk about how we can give you back the lips of your youth.

And…Remember to register for our upcoming Fall Beauty Seminar, scheduled for this coming Saturday, October 14 at 10:30 am. You’ll learn about the latest cosmetic treatments, including Infini, the nonsurgical approach to reducing sagging skin and wrinkles on the neck, and Kybella, the fat-melting “double chin” injection. You’ll also see me perform treatments and “glimpse the new you” on computer imaging. We’ll be offering exclusive discounts and free gifts to attendees.

RSVP (631)878-9200 or online at www.drcovey.com

Atlantis Banquet & Events Seastar Ballroom

431 East Main Street, Riverhead

See you soon.

This entry was posted on Tuesday, October 10th, 2017 at 8:52 pm and is filed under Belotero Balance, Juvederm, Restylane, Restylane Silk, Uncategorized, Vobella. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

You may have taken care to keep your face and body looking youthful, but the telltale signs of aging happen in places that we might forget. Hands, even though we use them and see them all of the time, are one of the most overlooked spots for cosmetic treatment. Because they are so active and exposed to the elements, and because the skin is so delicate, hands are prone to sun damage, wrinkles and discoloration. Often, they can make you look older than you are.

There are a number of effective techniques that can help rejuvenate your hands, improving the quality and texture of your skin, while decreasing the wrinkling and prominent veins. If you’ve noticed prominent veins and tendons because of volume loss, or wrinkly and thin skin, or age spots, we have several techniques that can help.

First, injectable fillers may be used in various locations on the hands to plump and reshape sagging or loose skin. For fine lines, wrinkles, discoloration, sun damage or irregular pigmentation, we offer non invasive treatments like Fraxel DUAL and Thermage CPT.

Mid-summer may be an optimal time for these quick and easy hand rejuvenation treatments. Call our office for a complimentary consultation, and we’ll devise a plan just for you.

See you soon.

This entry was posted on Monday, July 31st, 2017 at 2:13 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

For many of you, the neck is a body area that you’d like to improve. Because the skin is so delicate, it’s prone to changes in tautness, smoothness and color, particularly as we age.

Some of you may notice little lines or bands that run horizontally around the neck or vertical cords (platysmal bands) that become prominent. Also, when collagen and elastin decrease over time, the skin on your neck may sag and look crepey. Changes in color may include brown spots and pigmentation, particularly on the decolletage, the chest area. Or, you may see red, blotchy or wrinkly skin, most often due to excessive exposure to the sun.

At home, remember to moisturize and use SPF and retinol products, as you would on your face. If you are still not happy, come see us. We have many ways to help your neck look beautiful and more youthful. Here are a few:

Infini: This radio frequency microneedling treatment tightens the neck and jowls and reduces crepiness, too.

Thermage CPT: This tightens skin on the neck and jowls, non-invasively. It’s often called a “Thermal Lift” treatment, and it’s highly effective for many areas of the body.

Exilis Elite: Another thermal treatment, Exilis Elite tightens skin on the neck and jowls and reduces fat, non-invasively.

Fraxel Repair: This laser treatment resurfaces and tightens the skin on the neck and jowls and reduces crepiness and hyperpigmentation (brown spots). It is the procedure of choice for deep lines, hard-to-erase lip lines, pronounced photodamage, sagging face and neck skin, facial wrinkles and discolorations, age-related/sun-damaged rough skin texture, acne and surgical scars.

SmartLipo Triplex: This laser procedure permanently removes fat by destroying fat cells, removing them and tightening the skin. It is effective for large areas of the body as well as smaller ones, like the neck.

Kybella: This series of injections dissolves submental fat permanently and causes some skin contraction, too. Once fat cells are destroyed, they can no longer store or accumulate fat, so re-treatment is not expected.

Call our office today to schedule a complimentary consultation. We’ll devise an individual treatment plan just for you.

See you soon.

This entry was posted on Wednesday, July 26th, 2017 at 8:59 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

We’re proud to offer a duo of next-generation dermal fillers aimed at keeping the lower half of your face happy and beautiful. Two of the latest developments in the Restylane collection of dermal fillers, the products are specifically formulated to minimize the lines in the lower half of your face.

The first new filler, Restylane Refyne, helps to soften these lines, restoring a youthful look to your face and maintaining your natural movement and expression, whether smiling, frowning or puckering up. Commonly called “laugh lines,” the wrinkles that run from the sides of your nose toward the corners of your mouth (nasolabial folds) and the lines that extend from the corner of your mouth toward your chin (marionette lines) can age your overall appearance.

Used for the treatment of moderate facial wrinkles and folds, Restylane Refyne is made with a special technology that offers maximum flexibility and subtle support to the mouth area. Your skin will move just as it always does. The hyaluronic acid-based product is natural, safe and effective. Introduced in Europe six years ago, it has a proven safety profile in more than one million treatments worldwide. And, your natural-looking results may last for up to 12 months.

Restylane Refyne could be a smart treatment for you. Be sure to call our office to schedule a complimentary consultation, and we’ll talk about your options.

Next week, you’ll hear about Restylane Defyne, the new filler that helps to correct deeper lines and wrinkles.

See you soon.

This entry was posted on Tuesday, February 7th, 2017 at 6:48 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

Wishing you and your families a wonderful holiday and safe, peaceful and happy new year. My staff and I hope that you enjoy this time with the special people in your lives, and we look forward to seeing you again in 2016.

All best,

Dr. Covey

This entry was posted on Tuesday, December 22nd, 2015 at 10:58 am and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

I’m looking forward to seeing you at our Holiday Open House next week, where you’ll enjoy all sorts of festivities…special VIP treatments, free mini massages, holiday makeup tips and a $100 gift card good for any future treatment of your choice.

Be sure to stop by Tuesday, December 8, from 4 to 7pm, and bring a friend, too. You’ll both be treated to hors d’oeuvres and drinks and a goody bag to take home.

If you like, bring a toy for a needy child and we’ll donate it to Toys for Tots.

RSVP: (631) 878-9200

PLACE: Center Moriches office

DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, December 8, from 4 to 7pm

See you next week.

This entry was posted on Monday, November 30th, 2015 at 11:14 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

Each season places different demands on the skin. Though it may seem harmless, with its crisp sunny days and moderate temperatures, fall presents its own collection of issues for post-summer skin.

Outside, cool dry air makes it difficult for skin to retain its moisture. Inside, heating does the same. As a result, you may notice that your skin tone looks sallow and dull, develops dark spots, flakes and becomes irritated more easily. Also, chronic skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis and eczema may intensify. We advise using heavier moisturizers during the fall (particularly when your skin is damp after bathing), drinking more water, and continuing to use sunscreen.

For the removal of localized areas of pigmentation, or dark spots caused by overexposure to the sun, we offer nonsurgical state-of-the-art laser treatments. Some of these include Fraxel DUAL Laser, IPL (Intense Pulsed Light), Fraxel Repair Laser, Diolite Laser, Clear & Brilliant, DermaFrac and GentleWaves Photomodulation.

Finally this week, remember to register for our upcoming Fall Beauty Seminar, where you’ll learn about all the latest cosmetic procedures, including the new double-chin treatment, Kybella, as well as the new fillers, Restylane Lyft, Restylane Silk and Voluma. You’ll also see real patients undergo live procedures, hear the latest on removing excess fat and see computer images of how you’d look after specific treatments.

 
WHEN: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17TH
TIME: 10:30 AM
LOCATION: Atlantis Banquet & Events Seastar Ballroom, located next to the Long Island Aquarium, 431 East Main Street in Riverhead. Free valet parking available.
RSVP: (631) 878-9200 or click here to complete online.

Hope to see you there.

This entry was posted on Monday, October 12th, 2015 at 10:40 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

 …particularly when you have Beauty for Life.

More than treating your face and body, we treat your mindset. As people age, they sometimes believe that they don’t–and can’t–look as beautiful as they did when they were younger. I don’t subscribe to this way of thinking. I believe that you can turn heads at any age and when you do, nothing feels better.

So, join me this coming Saturday for my Beauty for Life seminar and I will share with you how all of this happens–how we help you choose the treatments that will enhance your appearance, what your options entail, and how you will look afterwards. You’ll hear about our practice and our procedures, meet former and current patients, see live demonstrations of the latest cosmetic procedures and even view computer images of yourself, before and after potential treatment.

Also, we’ll provide a complimentary continental breakfast, special offers and free gifts for attendees only. PLUS…There will be drawings to win FREE treatments.

April 11

10:30

Atlantis Banquet & Events Seastar Ballroom

431 East Main Street

Riverhead

RSVP: (631) 878-9200 or online, www.drcovey.com

See you there.

This entry was posted on Tuesday, April 7th, 2015 at 1:50 am and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

It’s fun to watch our favorite actors arriving for the Oscars, primped, polished and poufed to perfection. We all know, though, that this sort of thing can take hours…and hours…to achieve. For everyday good looks, though, there are skin care tricks that will leave you looking just as beautiful without as much effort.

The best part is, the strategy is quite simple. Less is more, when it comes to skin. Here are a few basic tricks for getting–and keeping–your face in movie star shape:

1. Be diligent about cleansing: Wash away impurities twice a day with a gentle cleanser. Avoid soap and any other products that contain harsh detergents.

2. Be careful with your eyes: Use eye makeup remover around your eyes. Delicate skin requires delicate treatment. Avoid the urge to scrub the skin surrounding your eye and instead, soak a cotton ball or square in oil-free makeup remover and using downward strokes over your lashes, gently remove mascara, liner and shadow.

3. Moisturize, day and night, and then, do it again: More is more, when it comes to hydration. After cleansing, apply eye cream and oil-free moisturizer (with sunscreen) liberally. Make sure to remember your lips and neck. At night, after cleansing, apply a rich night cream to your skin and lips.

4. Remember to exfoliate: Two to three times a week, use a mild exfoliant to slough away dead skin cells. A rotating facial brush will work, as will creams and lotions containing microbeads. Avoid any products made from shells (such as apricot scrubs), as these can damage your skin.

This entry was posted on Tuesday, February 24th, 2015 at 1:40 am and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

Like you, we at East End Laser Care want to look our very best. For us, that means putting a fresh face on our website, your source for up-to-the-minute information on our practice and our procedures. Today, we welcome you to our more beautiful and comprehensive site, and hope that you enjoy reading about all we can do to help you look and feel your best, while we look and feel ours.

At DrCovey.com, you’ll find before and after photos of all of our treatments, patient testimonials, videos explaining our procedures and detailed descriptions about common aesthetic concerns and how we address them. You’ll also read about our wonderful expert staff and find links to my published books and media mentions. As always, we want to hear from you, so we’ve included an easy way for you to talk with us, confidentially, about your needs and wants.

Please let us know, too, what you think of our new “face.” We’re excited to have the chance to provide it for you.

This entry was posted on Wednesday, February 18th, 2015 at 5:28 am and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.