A wrinkle is a fold or crease in the skin. Skin wrinkles typically result from age, genetic predisposition and most importantly sun damage. Smoking, dry skin, excessive motion, poor hydration, and several other factors may contribute. Although there are numerous topical options on the market, few have any significant efficacy compared to procedural means. Contrary to popular belief, a facelift does not treat wrinkles, only loose skin. There are several dermatologic treatments using injectables and laser treatments to dramatically improve their appearance.
Wrinkles
Treatments for Wrinkles and Fine Lines at PFRANKMD
The Miria represents the future of non-ablative laser skin tightening for scars, fine lines, and wrinkles. It introduces a new approach to non-ablative fractional resurfacing.
Fillers such as Silicone, Radiesse, Juvéderm, Restylane, Sculptra, and Perlane are used to lift an indentation that wrinkles cause. Fillers can also be used to lift the skin for a facelift type effect. Done non-invasively this is called a filler facelift or FLT procedure.
Botox and Dysport are FDA-approved muscle relaxers that address wrinkles associated with motion.
For a few decades now, lasers have been used to resurface wrinkles on the face and body. Currently, the state of the art technology is Fractional Skin Resurfacing.
Ellacor is the first device of its kind to non-surgically remove wrinkles while lifting and tightening skin. By utilizing rapidly automated fine needle extractions of skin throughout the area of treatment, the device removes eight percent of skin per session under local anesthesia.
The EMFACE Under Eye applicators are a revolutionary treatment that leverages high-intensity muscle stimulation and radiofrequency energy to tighten, lift, and smooth the under-eye region.
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𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲, 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
There are plenty of misconceptions about dermal fillers, most of them driven by fear rather than fact. The reality is straightforward. Fillers are not the issue. Technique is. The safety, artistry, and outcome depend entirely on the hands, training, and judgment of the provider you choose.
Used correctly, fillers are one of the most effective tools for restoring youthful contours, supporting natural facial structure, and refreshing the face without altering it. Not all fillers are the same, and not every face needs the same approach. The key is matching the right product to the right indication and delivering it with precision, restraint, and a deep understanding of anatomy.
Concerns about looking overfilled or about the permanence of fillers usually come from experiences with inexperienced injectors or outdated methods, not from the products themselves. When done properly, fillers offer safe, subtle, and customizable results that enhance your natural features rather than change them.
My approach is simple. Enhance, do not inflate. Guide aging gracefully. Help patients look like themselves at their best.
If you’re curious about what is appropriate for your face, click the link in bio or call the office to schedule a consultation.
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐣𝐮𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐲𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐢𝐝
𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬
Non-invasive cosmetic rejuvenation using hyaluronic acid fillers, focusing on volume restoration for a patient experiencing facial changes due to aging and weight loss. We explain the importance of proper injection technique, filler selection, and addressing facial concerns without surgery.
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𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐱𝐞𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞
Nurse Jen discusses the benefits of Fraxel laser treatment specifically for sun damage on the arms, detailing how this advanced skin resurfacing procedure targets pigmentation issues such as discoloration caused by UV exposure, promotes collagen production for skin repair, and plays a role in reducing the risk of developing non-melanoma skin cancers by improving skin integrity.
She demonstrates the visible differences between sun-exposed skin and protected areas on the body using close-up images, and explains the typical healing timelines for various body parts, including the face, arms, and shoulders, emphasizing factors that influence recovery such as skin type and treatment intensity.
𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧
Fraxel will brighten skin, even tone, and boost collagen. Seize the moment, because fall is the best time to see the light.
By Erin Reimel @erin_reimel for @shape Shape Magazine.
As the weather cools, lasers at dermatologist offices are heating up. The main reason: This is an ideal time for a laser treatment. Right now, you’re less likely to get as much intense sun exposure, which is especially dangerous to skin post-procedure because of the skin’s temporarily weakened barrier, says Paul Jarrod Frank, M.D., a cosmetic dermatologist in New York. Another potential factor?
“When patients have more flexible work-from-home schedules, the downtime that comes with a laser treatment seems doable to more people,” Dr. Frank says. There’s one laser in particular that has earned its status as the office’s workhorse: Fraxel @fraxel_us . It’s so good at evening out tone, fading scars, shrinking pores, and plumping skin that dermatologists turn to it for most of their patients’ antiaging needs. In fact, many make sure to get an annual treatment for themselves. “It’s the only device I’ve seen in my career that can do a little bit of everything effectively,” Dr. Frank says.
“Fraxel laser, is the top request when we start to see the leaves changing. I’d tell my patients to invest in a yearly Fraxel treatment over a slew of expensive antiaging products any day.”
For more on the science, the ouch factor, and the results, read on.
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𝐄𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟏𝟎𝟏: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤?
Ellacor uses fractional microcoring technology, a first-of-its-kind, minimally invasive treatment that physically removes tiny micro-cores of skin to improve texture, firmness, and tightness. By precisely extracting thousands of microscopic skin columns, the surrounding tissue contracts and heals naturally, creating a smoother, tighter appearance without surgery or visible scarring.
Unlike traditional energy-based microneedling, Ellacor does not use heat, radiofrequency, or laser energy to stimulate collagen. Instead, it achieves actual skin removal and tightening through mechanical precision, reducing laxity and fine lines more effectively and with less downtime.
This scarless skin removal technology can be used on multiple body areas, including the face, neck, and décolletage, offering patients a powerful alternative to more invasive procedures as the demand for natural-looking, nonsurgical rejuvenation continues to grow.
To learn more, click the link in bio and call our office to schedule a consultation.
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Say goodbye to your sun damage!
This patient came in with large amounts of pigment that developed on her chest from years of unprotected sun exposure.
We were able to begin reversing the sun damage on this patient’s chest with Fraxel Laser Resurfacing.
This popular skin renewal treatment utilizes cutting-edge technology to treat any visible sun damage by stimulating collagen production deep beneath the skins surface. The penetrative laser works with your skin’s natural healing processes and does this through a dual treatment method to better promote healing that may have been hindered by prolonged exposure to the sun.
Performed with only topical anesthesia, this 15-minute procedure has a painless recovery time of just 7 days.
At PFRANKMD, we have the full line of Fraxel lasers and customized treatments for each patient to meet their exact needs. Don’t compromise with copycats. FRAXEL provides a full range of treatment options including melasma, sun damage, scars, texture, pores, fine lines, stretch marks, and crepey skin. PFRANKMD - always providing the gold standard of lasers.
Call (212) 327-2919 to schedule an appointment at PFRANKMD.
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𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞
On this derm couch, we discuss comprehensive body skin resurfacing techniques, exploring different laser treatments for addressing sun damage, scarring, stretch marks, and skin texture across various body areas. Healing varies depending on the area of the body treated and recommend multiple laser technologies like Fraxel, Miria, and Ellacor for optimal results.
To learn more or schedule a consultation, call (212) 327-2919 or click the link in bio.
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𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐒𝐮𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐫: 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧’𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡
Annual skin cancer screenings are essential, even for those without a family history. During a comprehensive screening, your dermatologist carefully examines your entire body for any suspicious moles or lesions. Detecting skin cancers early allows for simpler, more effective treatment and better long-term outcomes.
We also discuss how UV damage and sun exposure not only contribute to premature aging but are leading causes of non-melanoma skin cancers. Before proceeding with any laser or resurfacing treatment such as Fraxel, which effectively targets and removes sun damage, it is critical to ensure skin health and safety.
At PFRANKMD, we take every precaution. Before using a Fraxel laser, we thoroughly evaluate the skin to identify and biopsy any changing or suspicious lesions. This ensures both safe treatment and optimal aesthetic results, protecting your health while restoring your skin’s natural radiance.
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Utilizing the Ellacor micro-coring technology to tighten and remove excess sagging skin under the chin.
The best candidates are patients who have early to moderate changes in skin laxity and mild to moderate wrinkles in the mid to lower face. Generally, between 2-4 treatments are required and results are long lasting.
Click the link in bio or call (212) 327-2919 to schedule a consultation and see if Ellacor is the treatment for you.
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𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞: 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬
Discussing the various skin resurfacing technologies available, including non-ablative options like Fraxel Dual and deeper Miria treatments, as well as ablative technologies like CO2 laser resurfacing and micro-coring with Ellacor. The best approach often involves combining multiple treatments to address the individual’s specific skin needs, taking into account factors like skin type, sun exposure, and downtime tolerance. The doctor-patient relationship is key in determining the optimal combination of treatments for efficacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
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Fraxel treatment exfoliates your skin to reveal a smoother, brighter, and more youthful appearance. It removes sun damage, stimulates collagen production, evens out discoloration, minimizes pores and scars, improves texture, and lowers your risk of non-melanoma skin cancer—offering comprehensive benefits in one procedure!
The session takes just 15 minutes and requires only topical anesthesia, with a painless MAKE-UP COVERABLE period of five days. You can easily cover treated areas with makeup. PFRANKMD is proud to be among the select practices nationwide equipped with the full line of Fraxel lasers.
Call (212) 327-2919 to schedule an appointment at PFRANKMD and click the link in bio to learn more.
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𝐄𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭-𝐎𝐩 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟏: 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐍𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐧
We are with our patient here one day after her Ellacor micro-coring treatment for facial rejuvenation. She experienced no pain during or after the procedure, with only mild swelling visible in the treated areas. Already, most of the tiny treatment sites have closed, leaving behind subtle pinpoint marks as her skin continues to heal.
With the latest Ellacor device, recovery is faster and more comfortable than ever. Patients can return to their normal routines right away, while avoiding sun exposure for two weeks to protect the skin and prevent pigmentation changes.
Results build gradually over the next 1–6 weeks as collagen remodeling takes place—making Ellacor an ideal pre-event treatment (this patient is preparing for a wedding in January).
Ellacor is the perfect gap procedure for those looking for skin tightening and rejuvenation, without surgery or scars.
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