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KSENIJA BELSLEY, MD, FACS

AESTHETIC, PLASTIC AND RECONTRUCTIVE SURGERY

65 East 76TH STREET, NEW YORK CITY, 1.212.879.8500

Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery
Dr. Belsley | New York Plastic Surgery
Dr. Belsley | New York Plastic Surgery
Dr. Belsley | New York Plastic Surgery
Dr. Belsley | New York Plastic Surgery
Dr. Belsley | New York Plastic Surgery
Dr. Belsley | New York Plastic Surgery
Dr. Belsley | New York Plastic Surgery
Dr. Belsley | New York Plastic Surgery
Dr. Belsley | New York Plastic Surgery
Dr. Belsley | New York Plastic Surgery

Botox


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If you are unhappy with crow’s feet and facial wrinkles that have appeared between your brows, Botox can help. When administered by a qualified physician, the effects of Botox can be almost instantly rejuvenating to your appearance. Botox treatment is quick and relatively painless involving a few simple injections with a very fine needle.

This product works by stopping muscles in the affected area from contracting greatly diminishing the appearance of wrinkles. The procedure itself is minimally invasive and involves injection of Botulinum Toxin Type A directly into targeted areas of the face and/or neck.

Hitting the right points where the muscle contracts is crucial to successful Botox treatment. Equally important is the understanding of which muscle groups to paralyze as the desired effect is one that is natural.

Once administered there is no down time required and clients can resume normal activities although it is generally advised that you stay out of the sun. The effects of Botox are apparent around one week after treatment and last approximately three months though this may vary between individuals.

Botox is now the most popular cosmetic procedure in the United States and skillfully applied, represents one of the most safe and effective treatments available to treat moderate to severe facial wrinkles.

Restylane


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Unfortunately as we age, our skin loses its elasticity and ability to retain moisture. This may result in wrinkles and deep lines. Restylane is a group of dermal filler products that effectively rejuvenates the face by restoring volume and improving the skin’s elasticity to a more youthful look.

Restylane works by mimicking naturally occurring hyaluronic acid to deliver and retain moisture deep within the skin. Because it is based on a stabilised formulation of non-animal sourced hyaluronic acid it is not broken down as quickly as a biological equivalent and is therefore able to provide long lasting but not permanent results.

Hyaluronic acid fillers are a good option for people who want to reduce the appearance of lines and deep folds particularly those around the mouth and nose as well as for adding volume and contour to the lips.

Restylane can also be used to treat crow’s feet, forehead wrinkles, and for plumping the cheeks, chin and forehead as well asdiminishing hollows under and around the eyes. Restylane products are the most popular dermal fillers not only because of its efficacy, but also the fact that treatment can be performed in a short time (typically less than 30 minutes) and clients can resume normal activity immediately. The effects of Restylane are seen within a few days and typically last 6-12 months.

The procedure itself involves injections of a clear gel directly into the affected area with a fine needle. Once injected, the hyaluronic acid attracts water molecules, which plump and fill the skin giving it a smoother more hydrated appearance. Clients may experience some pain due to the injection, which can be alleviated with topical anaesthetic. As with any cosmetic injectable it is important to consult a qualified and experienced practioner who can guarantee the correct use and dosage.

This product is similar but not identical to Juvederm however either may be more suitable to your skin and aesthetic needs. As an accredited surgeon, Dr. Belsley can help ascertain the appropriate treatment using dermal fillers to achieve a significant improvement to moderate or even severe wrinkles and lines.

Juvederm


Another cause of wrinkles and lines that occurs as we age is the decrease in the body’s hyaluronic acid.   This in combination with other factors decreases the skin’s ability to retain moisture. Many clients in the 30s and beyond who are unhappy with their skin’s texture report a loss of elasticity and general tone along with deeper lines and wrinkles. The Juvederm range of dermal fillers can restore volume and improving the skin’s texture to wind back the years almost instantaneously.

Juvederm effectively restores the levels of hyaluronic acid in your skin, which helps you to attract and retain moisture deep within the skin. Because they are based on a stabilized formulation of non-animal sourced hyaluronic acid they are not broken down as quickly as a biological equivalent and are thus able to provide long lasting but not permanent results.

Hyaluronic acid fillers are a good option for people who want to reduce the appearance of lines and deep folds particularly those around the mouth and nose as well as for adding volume and contour to the lips. They can also be used to treat crows feet, forehead wrinkles, and for plumping the cheeks, chin and forehead as well as diminishing hollows under and around the eyes.

The Juvederm range produces natural looking results - your skin looks hydrated and years younger. Treatments take about 30 minutes and clients can [Pullout: ] resume normal activity immediately, though it is recommended that you stay out of the sun. The effects of these products are seen within a few days and typically last 6-12 months.

The procedure itself is similar to Restylane. It involves injections of Juvederm, which comes as a clear gel directly into the affected area with a fine needle. Once injected, the hyaluronic acid attracts water molecules, which plumps the skin, filling out the appearance of deep lines and wrinkles and adding volume to cheeks and other areas of the face. The injection may cause discomfort and pain to some clients, which can be alleviated with an anaesthetic cream.

In some cases the application of the different Juvederm preparations may be layered to allow fine tuning of the effects. As an accredited surgeon, Dr. Belsley can help ascertain the appropriate treatment using dermal fillers to achieve a significant improvement to moderate or even severe wrinkles and lines.

Sculptra

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Sculptra is a unique product that can be used for more mature individuals who want to restore youthful smoothness to their faces and diminish the appearance of deep lines. Made from poly-L-lactic acid, Sculptra actually stimulates the production of collagen deep within the skin layers to provide more natural volume and firmness to the skin.

Commonly administered as a program of 1-3 treatments Sculptra is best used to correct the signs of facial fat losson clients who experience hollowing of the face, a condition that is often genetic but may also occur after prolonged illness. This product can also be used to treat deep nasolabial folds as well as other deep lines and wrinkles.

The procedure itself involves careful injection of the Sculptra compound into the relevant areas by a trained physician. Because Sculptra treatments are roughly 4-6 weeks apart, the effects are cumulative. As the body starts to produce collagen, clients will see a more gradual but long lasting result. Sculptra is an effective treatment with results that may last up to 2 years.