Fall 2026 Newsletter
SWEATA WEATHA & FRAXEL SEASON
WELCOME BACK, FRIENDS
It is official. “Sweata weatha” is on its way, and New York is getting back into its groove. As many of you know, this has always been my favorite time of year. The energy of the city, the change of seasons, and the opportunity to catch up with patients after summer makes fall at PFRANKMD something I look forward to every year.
This fall feels particularly special as we celebrate 25 years of PFRANKMD. Since opening our original Fifth Avenue practice in 2001, we have grown in ways I could hardly have imagined. New spaces, new faces, and an ever-expanding world of technologies and techniques have kept things exciting, but the most meaningful part has always been the relationships. To everyone who has trusted us with their care, referred a friend, or been part of our journey, thank you.
There is still plenty to look forward to. From repairing summer’s sun damage to planning for the months ahead, we have a lot to share, and I look forward to seeing you back in the office.
– Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank
IT’S FRAXEL SEASON AT PFRANKMD
Repair summer’s sun damage. Reveal fresher, more even skin.
As the weather cools, our lasers are heating up. If summer left you with a few more brown spots, freckles, or uneven patches than you remember, it’s time to talk Fraxel. Fraxel Dual’s thulium wavelength targets superficial sun damage and pigmentation, helping reduce sun spots and restore a more even complexion while improving skin texture. It remains one of our most versatile tools for refreshing sun-exposed skin.
At PFRANKMD, we customize the treatment to your skin type, the extent of the damage, and your schedule. Whether we are treating your face, chest, or hands, the goal is healthier-looking skin with a plan you can maintain. Fall makes it easier to schedule recovery around sun exposure, with sun protection remaining essential before and after treatment.
CO2 LASER RESURFACING
LET’S TALK SKIN TIGHTENING
For deeper wrinkles, crepey texture, and skin that has lost some of its firmness, fractional CO₂ resurfacing with Fraxel Repair remains one of our most powerful tools. By resurfacing the skin and stimulating collagen remodeling, we can soften lines and improve firmness and texture as the skin heals. This is a more intensive treatment, making fall a good time to plan for recovery and the improvements that continue to develop over the following months.
Our approach is always customized. Non-ablative options such as MIRIA also play a role in improving skin quality and mild laxity, particularly when we want to balance results with a less intensive recovery. We’ll help you choose the approach that fits your skin, goals, and downtime.
ELLACOR
A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO EXCESS SKIN
Loose skin is one of the most common concerns we address, and it requires a different conversation from pigment, texture, or volume loss. Ellacor uses fractional micro-coring to physically remove tiny portions of skin, offering a minimally invasive option for selected patients with wrinkles and excess skin. Depending on your needs, areas we may evaluate include the face, neck, knees, elbows, abdomen, lower back, and other areas where loose skin is a concern.
Performed under local anesthesia, treatment is planned around the area involved, skin characteristics, and the degree of correction we are trying to achieve. Recovery and the number of sessions vary, and results develop as the skin heals. If you have been wondering where Ellacor fits among your options, fall is a good time to come in, have an evaluation, and discuss what is realistic for you.
COMING SOON
There’s more to come from Ellacor. A new development is coming soon, designed to make micro-coring on the body quicker and more efficient. We’re looking forward to sharing the details—stay tuned.
XERF
SKIN TIGHTENING FOR FACE AND BODY
Our skin-tightening lineup continues to grow with XERF, a non-invasive radiofrequency treatment for the face and body. Available at our West Village office, XERF uses multiple frequencies to deliver energy beneath the skin’s surface, supporting collagen remodeling and firmer-looking skin over time. With no needles, no numbing, and typically no downtime, it fits easily into a busy fall schedule.
Whether we are addressing facial laxity or loose skin on the body, we tailor the treatment to the area, your skin quality, and your goals. XERF can also complement resurfacing as part of a personalized plan for overall skin quality and firmness.
ON THE HORIZON
There’s more on the horizon for XERF. PFRANKMD is currently involved in a clinical trial evaluating XERF for skin tightening around the eyelids and brows. Sign up to receive updates as more details become available.
BODY CONTOURING FOR EVERY SEASON
Back in your routine and still bothered by an area that exercise doesn’t seem to change? Sometimes, stubborn pockets of fat need a more targeted approach. Tumescent microliposuction remains one of my signature treatments for removing localized fat and refining contours. Performed under local anesthesia at our accredited Fifth Avenue surgical facility, it allows me to tailor treatment to the areas that concern you.
Of course, a thoughtful body-contouring plan considers both fat and loose skin. We’ve now added IgniteRF, expanding our approach with BodyTite Turbo, FaceTite Turbo and QuantumRF. For the body, BodyTite Turbo builds on the radiofrequency-assisted technology we’ve used for years, while QuantumRF delivers fractionated radiofrequency beneath the skin to support tissue contraction. These minimally invasive technologies may be used individually or alongside MicroLipo, depending on your anatomy and goals.
The starting point is a conversation about what you want to change. During your consultation, we’ll assess your skin quality and contours, explain the results we can realistically work toward, and discuss recovery and cost. Fall is a good time to make a plan that fits your schedule.
READ WHAT’S NEW IN BODY CONTOURING
PRO-AGING, INSIDE AND OUT
As the conversation around longevity grows, so does the need for thoughtful guidance. At PFRANKMD, our pro-aging philosophy brings aesthetic care into a broader conversation about health, habits, and how you feel over time.
Fall is a good opportunity to revisit those goals and give your own well-being a place on the calendar.
LET’S PLAN YOUR FALL
Before we know it, the holiday calendar will be filling up. If you are considering resurfacing, skin tightening, injectables, or body treatments, let’s start the conversation now. Tell us about your travel, events, and recovery preferences so we can help you plan the timing. We look forward to welcoming you back.
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