Q&A with Dr. Persky

How long will Profound for the face last? What is the length of any trials on the product?

A.Thank you for your inquiry about Profound RF. It is thought that the results of Profound RF continue to improve over a 6 to 9 month period following the procedure. As with any facial/neck rejuvenation treatment (including face/neck lift surgery), the best answer for “How long will it last?” is that for the rest of […]

What can be done to my face to have a fresher/younger face?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I have never done any fillers in the past and losing some volume on my face . What can be done to look younger and less tired ? Thanks A.Fortunately you have been blessed with a verybeautiful face. You may be beginning to see the earliest signs of facial aging mainly […]

Will Emsculpt for buttocks regime permanently destroy all the fat there? (patient included a photo)

RealSelf actual patient comment: I’m interested in starting EMSCULPT treatments, with a touch up routine every few months as needed to give a lift to my buttocks. However, I am concerned that this will permanently destroy all fat cells in my butt? I exercise regularly/eat well and don’t believe I have much fat in my […]

Should I do more CoolSculpt now or try Emsculpt?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I’m 36, no babies, 5’5”, and 130 pounds. I work out 4-6 times per week and try to eat a fairly healthy diet with. I have never felt my tummy was flat enough even when I was much thinner than I am now. I did 2 coolsculpt treatments on my lower […]

What if I cannot tolerate 100% power on Emsculpt?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I have had 3 sessions with Emsculpt, spaced about 3 days apart. I gradually moved up in power each session. The 1st session, I was able to get up tp 65% power at the final 5 minutes. The 2nd session, I was able to get to 95% power for the final […]

Emsculpt or tummy tuck? Which one can help with diastasis recti?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I had twins 2 months ago via c section. I have diastasis recti and I have been going to physical therapy but it’s not helping much. Do I need a tummy tuck with muscle repair? Would I be a candidate for emsculpt or coolsculpting? Can emsculpt help with diastasis recti? What […]

Can I get an abdominal Emsculpt treatment before or after breast augmentation (within a day or two)?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Would it be safe a day or two before surgery or shortly after? A.It would be best to wait until you have completely healed from your breast surgery prior to having Emsculpt, or you could choose to have a complete 4 sessions Emsculpt treatment before surgery. It would be okay to […]

Am I able to get Emsculpt after liposuction?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I got lipo in my entire abdomen and flanks about two weeks ago. I’m interested in getting the emsculpt treatment . Am I a candidate? If so when can I start?If so how long would I have to wait? A.It would be safe to have Emsculpt treatments about one month following […]

Small Platinum coil in adrenal gland- it’s non-magnetic- is it ok for Emscuplt machine?

A.In general, metal implants are a contraindication for Emsculpt treatment. The danger is that electromagnetic energy may heat the implant which could cause internal burns. Though all metalic implants are contraindicated, there are some types of metal implants that do not attract the EM energy and do not heat up. Patients considering Emsculpt treatments must […]

Can I get Emsculpt if I had gallbladder removal surgery 20 years ago?

RealSelf actual patient comment: After having laparoscopic gall bladder surgery as a teenager there were some small metal staples/clips left in place as is standard in the procedure. I’m not sure of the exact location of the metal (nor its makeup) and how close it would be to the Emsculpt abdominal treatment area. Is Emsculpt […]

Is Emsculpt safe with Skyla IUD?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I have a SKYLA IUD, which is made of plastic but has a silver ring near the tip. Is it safe for me to do emasculpt on my abdomen? Thank you A.Emsculpt is contraindicated in patients with metal implants because they may heat from the electromagnetic energy and cause a burn. […]

I had Profound RF performed on a swollen area, on my upper lips, received multiple passes on another area. What should I do?

RealSelf actual patient comment: 2 wks ago I asked about canceling Profound RF b/c I was swollen a/f being bumped in the mouth 2 days earlier. The nurse assured me that it was fine & wouldn’t change my results. Then she did my treatment unevenly- 2 passes on non-swollen side & 1 pass on swollen […]