Posted On: Nov 15, 2021
Categories: Dermatology
Dr. Ostad answers your questions Why is it called Mohs surgery? Is Mohs an acronym? The term “Mohs” refers to Dr. Frederic Mohs, Professor of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin, who developed this surgical technique in the 1930s. The technique has undergone many refinements and has come to be known as “Mohs micrographic surgery” or simply “Mohs surgery” in honor of Dr....
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Categories: Dermatology
When most people think about skin cancer, they equate it with too much sun and too little protection. While it’s true that excessive exposure to UVA/UVB rays is the main risk factor, many people are unaware of other elements which can contribute to the diagnosis of one of the three major types of skin cancer: Melanoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Basal Cell Carcinoma. As knowledge is power and...
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Categories: Dermatology, Skin Care
ear Dr Ostad, I am constantly told that an SPF does not need to be more than 40, but I notice I get brown spots if less than 60. This makes me wonder what kind of protection I need for skin cancer. Do you have any tips for choosing the right products? Are all SPF’s created equal? Tina Dear Tina First, I want to congratulate you on your proactive approach. SPF measures the protection offered...
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Categories: Wrinkle Reduction, Skin Tightening
I have lost a lot of weight but have terrible loose skin and I am self-conscious about it. Creams are not working and major surgery is scary. Is there anything else I can do to tighten up quickly? Kyla Dear Kyla, First, I want to congratulate you on your weight loss. It sounds like a situation where you took control of your health and that is a beautiful thing. What you are describing is a...
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Categories: Dermatology
Dear Dr. Ostad, I have noticed that my eyes look so tired no matter what I do! I am 36 and take good care of myself but they look older and worn out, even when I sleep. What are the best eye treatments to look refreshed? Monica S. Dear Monica: This is one of the top concerns of my patients of all ages and the reason is a simple one: skin around the eyes is very thin and shows signs of...
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Categories: Body Sculpting, Body Tightening, Surgical
Anyone who has ever worked to lose weight and tone their body knows the harsh reality that one cannot “spot check” fat loss. The truth is that even those with the healthiest habits are often faced with areas that stubbornly hold onto fat cells regardless of how diligent their diet and exercise programs are. For women, these areas tend to be the thighs, hips and the dreaded “saddlebags”...
... View MorePosted On: Nov 09, 2021
Categories: Body Sculpting, Body Tightening, Surgical
We have cute names for our stubborn pockets of fat. Love handles, muffin top, and banana roll sound appealing but the rolls are not. Even regular diet and exercise does not work to get rid of them. Located in New York, NY, Dr. Ariel Ostad offers tumescent liposuction surgery to combat the battle of the bulge. What is liposuction? When an individual loses weight, fat cells are not actually...
... View MorePosted On: Nov 09, 2021
Categories: Body Sculpting, Body Tightening
Love handles, muffin top, banana roll. Whatever cute name is used, it still usually relates to unwanted fat. That stubborn pocket we struggle to get rid of with normal diet and exercise. For residents in New York, NY, Dr. Ariel Ostad offers CoolSculpting for fat removal. Weight loss versus fat reduction Weight loss and fat removal are not the same. People enter into diet and exercise with the...
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Categories: Dermal Fillers, Anti Aging
Aging is a part of life. However, looking your age does not have to be. Patients who have decided to slow the aging process often start with cosmetic facial fillers. Injectable fillers are an effective treatment to improve facial volume allowing patients to look young and refreshed. Located in New York, NY, Dr. Ariel Ostad offers dermal fillers to give patients the natural, youthful look they...
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Categories: Wrinkle Reduction
As we age, our faces change. Fine lines, wrinkles, sagging skin, and excess skin may occur as part of the aging process. Regardless which problem plagues you, Dr. Ariel Ostad has face lift treatment options for patients in New York, NY. We understand that not all facial procedures are the same. With the number of invasive and non-invasive procedures available, there is a suitable option for...
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