Dermatology NYC
Thread lifts emerged recently because many people — perhaps you — would like a facelift, but can't afford it or don't want the long recovery time of the standard facelift. It is perhaps better considered as a lesser, or preliminary procedure. Thread lifts cost less and require less downtime for many people. Some plastic surgeons promote the thread lift as a "lunchtime lift" or "weekend facelift." Usually it can be performed in about one hour.
Who Should Consider a Thread Lift?
As we age, our facial support structure weakens, and we lose facial fat. The affected areas generally include the cheeks, the eyebrows and other areas around the eyes, the jowls and the neck. The result is a longer, older-looking face.
Younger people may experience cheek and brow ptosis (sagging caused by weakened muscles) as well. For these people especially, a thread lift may be a good alternative to the more invasive procedures necessary to correct problems in older people's faces.
Ideal candidates for thread lifts include people with minimal signs of aging who need just a small lift. Most people who undergo thread lifts are women between 35 and 45. They choose a thread lift because they have begun to see more prominence of the jaw, a relaxed (or minimally sagging) midfacial appearance or slight bags under the eyes or on the neck. Older people may undergo a thread lift during the more aggressive facelift procedure to provide additional support for the soft tissue area that was elevated in the facelift.
Other thread lift candidates include those who have had some relapse from a previous plastic surgery procedure such as a facelift or neck lift. Dr. Rothfeld has combined thread lifts with other procedures, such as chin lifts, neck lifts and brow lifts, for a customized approach to facial rejuvenation.
To be an ideal thread lift candidate, you should understand and accept the possibility of the risks and complications outlined below.
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Thread Lift Basics
In a thread lift, barbed sutures (threads) are used to lift sagging eyebrows and eyelids, deep nasolabial folds (those furrows between your nose and the corners of your mouth) or aging neck tissues. Your surgeon would use a thin needle to insert the sutures under the facial tissues. The barbs on one end of the thread grab and lift the sagging skin, and the teeth on the other end anchor the skin to the underlying facial tissues. No incisions or stitches are required, and no scars are produced.
Two types of thread lift procedures are currently being performed in the United States: the Contour Threadlift and the FeatherLift or Aptos Thread lift. It's estimated that as many as 9,000 thread lifts have been performed nationwide with Contour Threads, which were approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in September 2004, with current indications for elevation and fixation of midface, brow and neck. The Aptos Thread, which was developed overseas, received its premarket approval from the FDA in March 2005. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports that its members performed more than 5,000 thread lifts in 2006.
The main difference between the two is design. Contour Threads are unidirectional and fixed in the area of initial access, whereas Aptos Threads are bidirectional.
The Contour Thread material, clear polypropylene, has been used in other medical applications for many years. It has barbs along the thread that act as cogs to allow the surgeon to grasp, lift and suspend a relaxed facial area. The barbs open like an umbrella to form a support structure that lifts the sagging tissue. The Aptos thread has barbs on the entire length that are inserted under the skin to gather tissue to fill out and lift the cheeks and sagging skin.
The Thread Lift Procedure
Dr. Rotheld may instruct you not to eat or drink after midnight before the thread lift. Dr. Rothfeld may prescribe an antibiotic to take beforehand and tell you to cease taking certain other medications.
During the procedure, Dr. Rothfeld will make small incisions in key locations and insert a threaded needle to lift the subcutaneous tissue and suspend the lift with the thread. The barbs on these threads will lock in place and encourage collagen formation upon insertion to lift very specific areas.
Several variations of the technique exist. In general, the "closed" technique involves molding the soft tissue over the suture in multiple location points until it catches in the appropriate location to provide the best result. During an "open" technique, the surgeon will use instruments under the skin to create a raw surface so that when the sutures are pulled up, the lift is more likely to remain in the appropriate position.
Other surgeons have developed a combination technique that uses sutures at multiple tissue levels to catch all the barbs and create a suspension that cannot be accomplished with a nonbarbed suture. Depending on your needs, the number of threads used can range from two to 20.
Thread lifts are often performed in an outpatient basis. Because the procedure is minimally invasive, general anesthesia is not required, so you can remain awake. One benefit is that the cosmetic surgeon can give you a mirror as the thread is pulled back, allowing you to give feedback. Usually an oral antianxiety medication, along with local anesthesia, is all that is required. Most people tolerate this well and avoid any "postanesthesia hangover."
Thread Lift Recovery
Dr. Rothfeld will provide complete postoperative instructions that you must follow to reduce the risk of complications during recovery. These instructions may include an escort to drive you home and assist with daily activities for at least 24 hours, as well as diet restrictions (soft foods) for seven days. Pain can be managed with oral medications such as acetaminophen. Ibuprofen is avoided to limit bruising. Your surgeon may recommend elevating your head to reduce swelling for the first day.
The day following the procedure, you can resume nonstrenuous activities, and all normal activities can usually be resumed within seven days. You probably won't be comfortable in social situations for up to one week — three weeks for weddings, reunions and other formal occasions.
Risks and Complications
The thread lift is a relatively new procedure, and its techniques are still being developed. Results have varied greatly among patients, but continue to improve.
A significant risk of the thread lift procedure is that you may not notice any improvement. In this case, you would want to proceed with a traditional brow lift, facelift, or neck lift for a noticeable improvement. Some thread lift patients with thin skin have reported that the sutures became visible under the skin shortly after the procedure. On the other hand, plastic surgeons with more experience say this represents poor techniques or patient selection.
You may experience a lack of sensitivity or numbness in the treated area, which usually subsides within weeks of the procedure.
Infection in the treatment area is an infrequent complication. If an infection develops, your surgeon will treat it with antibiotics. Rarely, an infection may require surgical drainage. Scar tissue formation is also possible.
Dr. Rothfeld has noted rare migration of the sutures, causing an unbalanced facial appearance. With this, or if the thread may break, a simple reinsertion solves the problem.
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Dermatology NYC
Dr. Gary Rothfeld Manhattan, New York
Fraxel Laser Treatment
The most effective no-down-time laser treatment
available for wrinkles, brown spots and anti-aging
Fraxel Laser Treatment is a revolutionary way to reverse the signs of aging! Think of your skin as a family portrait or digital photograph in need of high-quality restoration or touch up.
Just as a damaged painting is delicately restored one small area at a time, or a photographic image is altered, pixel by pixel, Fraxel Laser Treatment improves your appearance by affecting only a fraction of your skin at a time with thousands of tiny microscopic laser spots.
Turn Back the Clock on Aging
After your very first Fraxel Laser Treatment, you will begin to feel the difference in your skin, as it gradually becomes softer, smoother and fresher. Fine lines around your eyes will noticeably fade. So will uneven coloring and the brown spots caused by aging and sun exposure.
After several treatments, your friends and family will marvel at how youthful and healthy your skin looks. The results are so discreet and natural that only you and your doctor will know you've had a laser surgical procedure.
Fraxel Laser Treatment Questions and Answers:
1. What is Fraxel™ Laser Treatment (FLT) and what does it do?
The Fraxel laser treatment is a revolutionary way to reverse the signs of aging. This non-surgical procedure smoothes wrinkles and scars, improves texture, tone, elasticity, color and also minimizes pore size. The result is more youthful, radiant skin with minimal down time. Any area of the body can be treated: face, chest, neck, hands! As of January 2008 we have performed over 1600 FLTs.
2. How is it different than other anti-aging treatments and how does it work?
Fraxel is unlike any other rejuvenating skin treatment. Unlike old ablative lasers which remove the top layer of skin, the FLT procedure affects the skin surface by producing thousands of tiny microscopic wounds which penetrate deep into the dermis. These “microthermal zones” are separated by areas of unaffected tissue. The spared tissue between treatment zones promotes rapid healing of the treated area while stimulating collagen production. Thus, FLT results approach improvements obtained with CO2 laser resurfacing but without the associated side effects and downtime.
3. What other applications can FLT be used for?
FLT has been found to be affective in treating acne scars, surgical scars and traumatic scars.
4. How long does a treatment take and what will I look like afterwards? When will I see results?
Treatments last between 10-80 minutes. Side effects are minimal and typically involve mild-to-moderate swelling and redness which usually subsides within several days. Skin may also appear to have a bronzed appearance for several days. Routine activities can be resumed immediately after treatment. Most patients return to work within 1-3 days. Make-up may be worn the next day if desired. Many patients see improvement in discoloration and texture immediately followed by improvement in wrinkles and scars within months.
5. How many treatments are needed and how often can I be treated?
We recommend at least 3 treatments for optimal results. Four to six treatments may be needed for patients with significant scarring and wrinkles. Treatments are usually performed 4 to 6 weeks apart.
6. How can I maximize my result and maintain them?
Since your skin will continue to age naturally, we recommend maintaining your results by using physician-strength rejuvenation products at home and having periodic FLT annually or semi-annually. Periodic FLT’s will help slow down the aging process and keep your skin younger looking, longer. As always, wear a hat and sunscreen when outdoors.
7. How should I prepare for my treatment?
During your pre-Fraxel consultation visit we will discuss which products are best to use prior to, during and after your treatment. Botox may be recommended prior to FLT to relax facial movement in key areas (such as crows feet, frown lines and forehead creases) allowing for better laser penetration into deeper wrinkles. For two weeks prior avoid sun exposure and self tanner and wear a SPF 30 sunscreen daily.
8. Are there any side effects and risks?
Common temporary side effects include redness, swelling, dryness, fine flaking and itching. Significant risks are minimal and may include pigmentation changes, blistering and crusting. Scarring is extremely rare.
9. Can Fraxel treatments be combined with other rejuvenation treatments?
Absolutely, V-Beam Laser can be used to remove redness and blood vessels. Botox can be combined with FLT to relax deep wrinkles. Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse and Artefill can be injected into deep creases and lips.
NEW for 2008: Our GentleYag Laser tightens and lifts skin with no down time. Perfect in combination with Fraxel to maximize your rejuvenation!
10. Does FLT’s have FDA clearance?
Yes, the Fraxel Laser is FDA cleared for the treatment of wrinkles, acne scars, age spots, sun damage, tone and texture improvement.
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Dermatology NYC
Our Skin and Laser and Ethnic Skin Specialty Center in NYC headed by Dr. Rothfeld treats a wide range of dermatologic conditions and provides state-of-the-art laser and cosmetic procedures.
And at our on-site CosMediSpa, you can pamper yourself with physician-formulated aesthetic treatments. These unique therapies confer long-lasting aesthetic and medical benefits, and far surpass the normal aesthetic techniques.
NYC Dermatology is under the medical supervision of Dr. Gary Rothfeld, a Board Certified Dermatologist.
To enhance every aspect of your skin care, Dr. Rothfeld has personally created a superb line of cosmetic procedures..
NYC Dermatology by Board Certified Dermatologist Dr. Gary Rothfeld is a board certified NYC Dermatologist with a New York City office in Manhattan, New York providing expert skin care, dermatology, and cosmetic dermatology services.
A board certified dermatologist in NYC specializing in dermatology and dermatologic surgery including state-of-the-art cosmetic surgical procedures, Dr. Gary Rothfeld is known for his attention to body symmetry and his dedication to meeting patients’ personal goals. His specialties include full body liposuction using the tumescent technique, facial fat transplantation, Botulinum injection into facial lines and laser resurfacing. NYC dermatology specializes in chemical peels, vein injections, laser, restylane, Perlane, Botox injections, JUvederm, non-surgical facelifts, collagen implantation and treatment of skin cancer.
As an expert in the field of dermatology and cosmetic dermatologic surgery, Dr. Rothfeld is has appeared on national television shows. Dr. Rothfeld has also been quoted in many high profile national magazines.
Our goal at the manhattan office of Board Certified Derrmatologist , Dr. Gary Rothfeld is to create an atmosphere of professionalism, trust and complete patient satisfaction at the NYC Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center in Manhattan, New York. Dr. Rothfeld, Dermatology Director of NYC Dermatolgy is a Board Certified Dermatologist at NYC Dermatology who has treated many patients in the entertainment industry. Schedule an appointment at our office which provides top of the line expert skin care, dermatology, cosmetic dermatology services, and advanced dermatology laser treatments for cosmetic needs and medical skin conditions. We offer a full range of services including surgery for skin cancer, laser hair removal, Botox®, the Fractionated Resurfacing laser, Titan laser, and acne photodynamic treatments. Our main goal is to provide you with the most effective and advanced treatment. Join the NYC Laser Center NYC Dermatology Mailing List Our periodic newsletters include exclusive offers, educational articles, as well as free treatment & product drawings! Email: nycdermatologist@aol.com in our Media office and including different offers and many more. We offer a variety of services from Botox® to Liposuction . Please contact us with any questions you may have or schedule an appointment online or by phone for a consultation. Beauty Is Forever! and Dr. Rothfeld at NYC Dermatologist has over 20 years of experience with his beauty tips at http://www.dermatologynyc.org.
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During your office consultation and examination you will be provided with a detailed plan of the treatments that will benefit you most. NYC Laser Center NYC Dermatology top laser dermatology center offering skin care, dermatolgy,cosmetic dermatology services, and laser treatments for sun damaged skin, acne, acne scars, rosacea, pigmentation, laser hair removal, broken blood vessels, as well as superficial and deep wrinkles. We offer patients in Manhattan, services including general dermatology, wrinkle fillers such as Restylane®, Captique, Perlane,Cosmoderm and Cosmoplast, Radiance® (radiesse) and Sculptra. We also offer Botox®, Cosmelan, Velasmooth, Fotofacial, Titan laser, Refirme, and the Fractionated Resurfacing laser. in the treatment of acne, rosacea, skin cancer and surgery. Dr. Rothfeld has taught numerous other physicians on the proper use of Botox®, medical hair transplants, and lasers in the country. Acne Photodynamic Treatment - Botox® - Botox® for Hyperhidrosis - Cellulite - Cool Laser - Cosmelan Depigmentation Treatment - Glycolic Acid Peel - Fat Transfer - Fotofacial / IPL Fractionated Resurfacing Laser - Hair Loss - Laser Hair Removal - Liposuction - - Surgery - Minimal Scar Technique - Photodynamic Rejuvenation Radiance® - Restylane® - Sclerotherapy - Sculptra - Smoothbeam - Stretch Marks - SunFX - TCA Peel - Tattoo Removal - Titan Laser Facelift - V-beam Laser Treatments - Velasmooth Our cosmetic surgeon includes Dermatologist Dr. Gary Rothfeld Board Certified Dermatologist at NYC Dermatology. Our NYC dermatologist offers advanced dermatology laser treatments for cosmetic needs and medical skin conditions. We offer our services to Manhattan , Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens locations through our Manhattan office in NYC
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New York Dermatology Group - Board Certified Dermatologists -Dermatology in New York City, Manhattan
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Dermatology NYC
Perfume Free Cosmetics
Perfumes and scents are used widely in the cosmetic industry to hide odor from the raw materials, they are also used to add appeal to the cosmetic or beauty product. Perfumes are the most common cause of allergic reactions in cosmetics, which is important to avoid with rosacea, the following products below are perfume free.
Cosmetics:
- ALMAY
- CLINIQUE
Moisturizers:
- Moisturel (Westwood)
- DML moisturizing lotion (Person&Covey)
- Eltracreme (SwissAmerican Products)
- Dormer creams and lotions (Dormer Labs)
- Cliniderm cream (Canderm)
- Epilyt lotion (Stiefel)
Cleansers:
- Cetaphil lotion (Galderma)
- Spectrojel ( GlaxoSmithKline)
- Neutrogena fragrance free bar
- Basic soap
Shampoos:
- DHS shampoo (Person& Covey)
- Cliniderm (Canderm)
- Free and clear (Pharmaceutical Specialties Inc)
Laundry Detergent:
- Cheer free
- Liquid ultra cheer free
- Tide free
Fabric Softners:
- Bounce free fabric softners
New York Dermatology Group - Board Certified Dermatologists -Dermatology in New York City, Manhattan
Welcome to the New York Dermatology Group headed by Board Certified Dermatologist Dr. Gary Rothfeld in Manhattan, New York, the most advanced skin care center in the world. We offer the perfect blend of aesthetics and science for all your skin care needs. Our Skin and Laser and Ethnic Skin Specialty Center in NYC headed by Dr. Rothfeld treats a wide range of dermatologic conditions and provides state-of-the-art laser and cosmetic procedures. NYC Dermatology by Board Certified Dermatologist Dr. Gary Rothfeld is a board certified NYC Dermatologist with a New York City office in Manhattan, New York providing expert skin care, dermatology, and cosmetic dermatology services. A board certified dermatologist in NYC specializing in dermatology and dermatologic surgery including state-of-the-art cosmetic surgical procedures, Dr. Gary Rothfeld is known for his attention to body symmetry and his dedication to meeting patients’ personal goals. His specialties include full body liposuction using the tumescent technique, facial fat transplantation, Botulinum injection into facial lines and laser resurfacing. NYC dermatology specializes in chemical peels, vein injections, laser, restylane, Perlane, Botox injections, JUvederm, non-surgical facelifts, collagen implantation and treatment of skin cancer. As an expert in the field of dermatology and cosmetic dermatologic surgery, Dr. Rothfeld is has appeared on national television shows. Dr. Rothfeld has also been quoted in many high profile national magazines. Our goal at the manhattan office of Board Certified Derrmatologist , Dr. Gary Rothfeld is to create an atmosphere of professionalism, trust and complete patient satisfaction at the NYC Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center in Manhattan, New York. Dr. Rothfeld, Dermatology Director of NYC Dermatolgy is a Board Certified Dermatologist at NYC Dermatology who has treated many patients in the entertainment industry. Schedule an appointment at our office which provides top of the line expert skin care, dermatology, cosmetic dermatology services, and advanced dermatology laser treatments for cosmetic needs and medical skin conditions. We offer a full range of services including surgery for skin cancer, laser hair removal, Botox®, the Fractionated Resurfacing laser, Titan laser, and acne photodynamic treatments. Our main goal is to provide you with the most effective and advanced treatment. Join the NYC Laser Center NYC Dermatology Mailing List Our periodic newsletters include exclusive offers, educational articles, as well as free treatment & product drawings! Email: nycdermatologist@aol.com in our Media office and including different offers and many more. We offer a variety of services from Botox® to Liposuction . Please contact us with any questions you may have or schedule an appointment online or by phone for a consultation. Beauty Is Forever! and Dr. Rothfeld at NYC Dermatologist has over 20 years of experience with his beauty tips at http://www.dermatologynyc.org. . During your office consultation and examination you will be provided with a detailed plan of the treatments that will benefit you most. NYC Laser Center NYC Dermatology top laser dermatology center offering skin care, dermatolgy,cosmetic dermatology services, and laser treatments for sun damaged skin, acne, acne scars, rosacea, pigmentation, laser hair removal, broken blood vessels, as well as superficial and deep wrinkles. We offer patients in Manhattan, services including general dermatology, wrinkle fillers such as Restylane®, Captique, Perlane,Cosmoderm and Cosmoplast, Radiance® (radiesse) and Sculptra. We also offer Botox®, Cosmelan, Velasmooth, Fotofacial, Titan laser, Refirme, and the Fractionated Resurfacing laser. in the treatment of acne, rosacea, skin cancer and surgery. Dr. Rothfeld has taught numerous other physicians on the proper use of Botox®, medical hair transplants, and lasers in the country. Acne Photodynamic Treatment - Botox® - Botox® for Hyperhidrosis - Cellulite - Cool Laser - Cosmelan Depigmentation Treatment - Glycolic Acid Peel - Fat Transfer - Fotofacial / IPL Fractionated Resurfacing Laser - Hair Loss - Laser Hair Removal - Liposuction - - Surgery - Minimal Scar Technique - Photodynamic Rejuvenation Radiance® - Restylane® - Sclerotherapy - Sculptra - Smoothbeam - Stretch Marks - SunFX - TCA Peel - Tattoo Removal - Titan Laser Facelift - V-beam Laser Treatments - Velasmooth Our cosmetic surgeon includes Dermatologist Dr. Gary Rothfeld Board Certified Dermatologist at NYC Dermatology. Our NYC dermatologist offers advanced dermatology laser treatments for cosmetic needs and medical skin conditions. We offer our services to Manhattan , Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens locations through our Manhattan office in NYC | |||
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New York Dermatology
Cysts are usually found on the face, neck, and trunk. They are usually slow- growing, painless, freely movable lumps beneath the skin. Occasionally, however, a cyst will become inflamed and tender.
Symptoms of a Cyst Include:
- usually a nontender, small lump beneath the skin
- redness, tenderness, or increased temperature of the skin over the area may occur infection
- grayish white, cheesy, foul smelling material may drain from the cyst
The dermatologist removes cysts by the injection of steroid medications.





confer long-lasting aesthetic and medical benefits, and far surpass the normal aesthetic techniques.