The Younger You Blog

What is the best treatment for Melasma in Hispanic women?

Sat, 05 Jun 2010 20:08:00 GMT

Many of our Hispanic patients are seeing tremendous success with a treatment called Cosmelan. This treatment is perfect for darker skins and involves the application of a medicated facial masque applied to the face and left on for several hours. Once the masque is taken off, a very specific home protocol is followed for five months, however, results are seen within the first two weeks. Of course, daily use of sunscreen of an SPF of 30 or higher is also part of the home care.

None of the above is not intended as medical advice. If you have a medical concern, please consult your doctor.

Dr. Jeffrey Schorr & The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa Staff

The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa
1345 E. Putnam Ave.
Old Greenwich, CT 06870
203.637.0662
GreenwichBotox.com

How many treatments are there before Laser Hair Removal is completed?

Fri, 21 May 2010 18:04:00 GMT

Laser Hair Removal is proven to be effective against hair that has pigment. Thus, the darker and thicker the hair the better the result and quicker. Hair is destroyed by the laser by the attraction to the pigment with the hair follicle and internal shaft.

Treatments are variable based on the skin and hair color. The energy may be programmed differently to achieve the best overall safe results. Overall, six treatments is average.

None of the above is not intended as medical advice. If you have a medical concern, please consult your doctor.

Dr. Jeffrey Schorr & The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa Staff

How long do Juvederm injections last?

Fri, 21 May 2010 18:00:00 GMT

Juvaderm has FDA clearance to last up to 12 months. On average we find Juvaderm Ultra to last up to 6months, and Juvaderm Ultra Plus to last a bit longer. It all depends on your metabolism and how fast or slow your body breaks down the product.

None of the above is not intended as medical advice. If you have a medical concern, please consult your docto

Dr. Jeffrey Schorr & The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa Staff

Introducing The New Fraxel Dual Restore Laser

Sat, 22 May 2010 01:48:00 GMT

The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa now offers the NEW Fraxel Restore Dual Laser!

We are among the very first offices in all of Connecticut to offer the Fraxel Restore Dual Laser.

The Fraxel Restore Dual Laser is two lasers in one. It is designed for clients who want to obtain long-lasting improvement in their skin appearance without the downtime. The Fraxel Restore Dual can be used to rejuvenate face, neck, chest, hands, and arms.. Depending on each client's unique needs, the laser treatments can improve fine lines, wrinkles, skin texture, abnormal brown pigment, brown spots, acne scars, other facial scars and stretch marks. Clients can see dramatic results in a single Fraxel Dual treatment in clearing abnormal brown spots, and sun damage.

If interested in rejuvenating your skin and giving it a younger look, please call 203.637.0662 to make an appointment for a free consultation to discuss Fraxel Dual skin treatment.

The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa wins the Fairfield Weekly’s Best Medical Spa and Best Place for Laser Hair Removal.

The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa is proud to announce that we have won the “2010 Best of Fairfield County” In the Fairfield Weekly Readers’ Choice Award in the categories of Best Medical Spa and Best Laser Hair Removal.

Fairfield Weekly is a newspaper that highlights the best of everything in Fairfield County. Residents of Fairfield County and the surrounding areas cast their votes for their favorite establishments in various categories.

We thank all of our clients who voted for us during the past few months. We truly appreciate your support, and feel grateful for the confidence that you place in us. We love our clients and appreciate that you love us!

Receive a Free BOTOX treatment with the purchase of Latisse!

For the month of April we are giving 10 free units of BOTOX with the purchase of Latisse Eyelash growth serum. Latisse is the only FDA approved product that can lengthen, thicken, and darken your lashes. If you are considering BOTOX or Latisse, this is best time to do both and save. Some restrictions may apply.

If you would like to learn more about BOTOX or Latisse eyelash growth product please 203.637.0662 to schedule your appointment.

Is the Microdermabrasion procedure the best for stretch marks?

Sat, 22 May 2010 01:48:00 GMT

Stretch marks are best treated with a non-invasive fractional laser called Fraxel. The laser ablates or resurfaces the scar tissue and new collagen grows in it's place. The final results take approximately 6 months to achieve a tighter and smoother appearance; although patients have noted earlier improvement as early as two months.

Overall, 5 treatments is recommended. Maybe more for different skin types.

Dr. Jeffrey Schorr & The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa Staff

The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa
1345 E. Putnam Ave.
Old Greenwich, CT 06870
203.637.0662
GreenwichBotox.com

Would Laser Hair Removal help with ingrown hairs?

Fri, 21 May 2010 18:05:00 GMT

Yes, the best overall treatment for ingrown hairs is laser hair removal. The laser targets the color of the hair follicle and internal shaft and heats it up to a hot enough temperature to destroy the cells feeding the follicle. This will make the hair weaker and finer with each treatment until it removed permanently.

None of the above is not intended as medical advice. If you have a medical concern, please consult your doctor.

The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa
1345 E. Putnam Ave.
Old Greenwich, CT 06870
203.637.0662
GreenwichBotox.com

Why is it that IPL treatments have to be 3-6 weeks apart?

Fri, 21 May 2010 18:05:00 GMT

The minimum amount of time between IPL treatments is usually 3 weeks. This allows "damaged pigmented" lesions to absorb completely. Initially the sunspots turn darker because of the heat generated from the laser. The body sees this damaged, darkened pigment as debris and needs to be removed. This removal process can fully take up to 3 weeks.

None of the above is not intended as medical advice. If you have a medical concern, please consult your doctor.

Dr. Jeffrey Schorr & The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa Staff

The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa
1345 E. Putnam Ave.
Old Greenwich, CT 06870
203.637.0662
GreenwichBotox.com

Take The Dysport Challenge!

Fri, 21 May 2010 18:07:00 GMT

Many of our clients have switched from BOTOX Cosmetics to Dysport,
saving an average of 15% over the cost of their BOTOX treatment with
pleasing results.

Medicis Aesthetics, the distributor of Dysport, is so confident of their
product that they have launched the “Love It or Leave It” challenge.
Try Dysport between now and April 31st to receive a $75 rebate check
after your first treatment. If you love Dysport and you let them know,
you will receive a second $75 rebate for your second Dysport treatment.
If you leave it and decide to return to BOTOX for your
second treatment, Medicis Aesthetics will send you a $75 rebate to
help you pay for your BOTOX treatment.

This is a win – win situation, you can only lose your wrinkles!

The Dysport Challenge ends April 30th. Please call us at 203.637.0662
if you wish to participate in this challenge or to learn
more about the procedure.

Warm Regards,
Marria Pooya
President

Does microdermabrasion work on both freckles and blackheads?

Sat, 22 May 2010 01:50:00 GMT

Microdermabrasion removes the top layer of the stratrum corneum making your skin look bright, refreshed and glowing. It also helps your at home facial products absorb much more readily since the "barrier" of dead skin cells have been removed. Microdermabrasion does use vacuum action, but it does not "suck out" the blackheads. However, it makes the removal of the blackheads a lot easier for the esthetician after the treatment. Microdermabrasion also works to fade and diminish "brown spots" we cal hyperpigmentation, but it will not remove the type of freckles some people have always had.

None of the above is not intended as medical advice. If you have a medical concern, please consult your doctor.

Dr. Jeffrey Schorr & The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa Staff

How do I know which chemical peel is right for me?

Sat, 22 May 2010 01:49:00 GMT

Your skin care professional will go over your profile on the first visit, analyze your skin and explain the different peels, how they work and which one would be the best for you. For these reasons, it is important to get your chemical peel in a medical spa with a licensed medical esthetician.

None of the above is not intended as medical advice. If you have a medical concern, please consult your doctor.

Dr. Jeffrey Schorr & The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa Staff

The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa
1345 E. Putnam Ave.
Old Greenwich, CT 06870
203.637.0662
GreenwichBotox.com

Does Fraxel work on stretch marks?

Sat, 22 May 2010 01:49:00 GMT

Yes. Fractional Laser (also trademarked as fraxel, a type of fractional laser) has recently been FDA approved for the treatment of stretchmarks. It has been shown to get rid of stretch marks, and it's also been shown to treat many types of scars.

None of the above is not intended as medical advice. If you have a medical concern, please consult your doctor.

Dr. Jeffrey Schorr & The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa Staff

The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa
1345 E. Putnam Ave.
Old Greenwich, CT 06870
203.637.0662
GreenwichBotox.com

Are there multiple forms of Juvederm?

Fri, 21 May 2010 18:01:00 GMT

Currently there are two types of Juvederm. Juvederm Ultra, and Juvederm Ultra Plus. The difference is in the viscosity. Ultra Plus is better for when more volume is necessary, which typically (but not always) is seen in an older face. Soon, Juvederm is coming out with local anesthetic added to it, to cut down on the stinging sensation that is sometimes accompanied by the injections.

None of the above is not intended as medical advice. If you have a medical concern, please consult your doctor.

Dr. Jeffrey Schorr & The Greenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa Staff

Are there ways to minimize Botox side effects?

Fri, 21 May 2010 18:08:00 GMT

Yes, make sure your injector is experienced and knows what he/she is doing. Also, start with a more conservative dose of botox and plan to return in 2 weeks to see how the botox took effect, and whether or not you need more.

None of the above is not intended as medical advice. If you have a medical concern, please consult your doctor.

Dr. Jeffrey Scorr & The Geenwich Medical Skincare & Laser Spa Staff

The Non-Surgical Eyelift: The Evolution of Facial Rejuvenation

Sat, 22 May 2010 01:50:00 GMT

“New Fillers Make it Possible to Look Younger
Without Surgery” - Dr. Jeffery Schorr

GREENWICH, CT -- Until now, eliminating under eye bags and hollows meant undergoing eyelid surgery, or "blepharoplasty." Patients now have a new option.

Recent advances in facial aesthetics have allowed The Greenwich Medical Skincare and Laser Spa to use a new generation of soft tissue fillers to eliminate the appearance of baggy, sunken eyes, with no incisions, no sutures, and no dressings.

"There has been an incredible proliferation of soft tissue fillers over the last year," said Schorr, the Medical Director of The Greenwich Medical Skincare and Laser Spa in Greenwich, CT. One, FDA approved, soft filler used in a non-surgical eye lift is hyaluronic acid-based soft tissue filler called Restylane. Hyaluronic acid is a carbohydrate-based compound found naturally throughout the body.

"For some people, this procedure can provide remarkable results. But, to determine whether it's not right for you, Dr. Schorr recommends a consultation at The Greenwich Medical Skincare and Laser Spa.

The non-surgical eyelift consultation begins with a thorough evaluation and discussion of filler choices. The procedure itself is performed with topical numbing cream and takes minutes to perform. The injections may cause some temporary swelling and redness, which usually fades in just a few days.

"Patients can comfortably drive themselves home, and there is no need for antibiotics or pain medications," Schorr said.

The Clinicians at The Greenwich Spa have extensive training in minimally-invasive approaches to facial rejuvenation. Using a combination of these techniques, they have helped numerous clients achieve natural-looking, lasting results while minimizing downtime.

The Greenwich Medical Skincare and Laser Spa is a non-surgical medical aesthetic facility that is set in a soothing spa-like environment. Please contact the facility at 203.637.0662 with any questions.

I've recently lost eight but can't get rid the rest of my belly fat. I have tried just about every diet is Smart Lipo an option?

Sat, 22 May 2010 01:50:00 GMT

SmartLipo LaserBodySculpting is the first state-of-the-art technology and only Laser Lypolisis (fat cell distribution) system to offer a minimally invasive procedure that removes fat. It offers less downtime and side-effects than traditional liposuction. It can be done on your stomach, hips, thighs, arms or chin. The stomach is one of our most popular treatment areas.

Most of our clients that opt to do the procedure on their stomach are post pregnancy moms, or clients that just can't get rid of the belly fat. An added benefit of SmartLipo is skin tightening, which most of our clients love. Please make an appointment with you SmartLipo provider to see if you are a good for the procedure. You can also visit our website at GreenwichMedicalSpa.com to see our SmartLipo before and after photos.

None of the above is not intended as medical advice. If you have a medical concern, please consult your doctor.