Dr Falk is excellent. he listens to you and doesn't try and sell you on procedures that aren't necessary for yourself. He offers all of the possible solutions, educates and informs. I'm a 48 year old male with a small hair loss and thinning. The Dr. put me on a small dose of finasteride that has worked fantastically. Don't hesitate to see Dr. Falk. He will care to help you feel better about yourself. Thanks very much
When you first go to Dr. Falks office you are greeted by Cheryl who makes you feel like family. She is so informative about what procedures are offered. Dr Falk has a great bed side manor make you feel not rushed and welcomed and explains things to a tee. My Botox experience was great! Did not try to over fill and was the best injector! I am considering other procedures with Dr Falk soon. Very good pricing and outstanding service!
This particular appointment was to fill in nose to mouth lines. I was extremely happy with the results, and the best part was I had absolutely no bruising. Dr Falk really took his time and always makes me feel comfortable. There was a little extra Juvederm he used it in the lip area , it looks great, very natural.
So here goes, I've been on here for appx 7 months, My skin was badly damaged last year after who knows what. I had ONE session of yag laser for a few broken caps on my nose along with 2 hydrafacials. I had these done at Lucie Capek's office in Albany. Exactly 3 days after my 2nd hydrafacial, my skin completely began to dry out. Life has been a nightmare since then. EXTREME dehydration, lines when I smile, bad texture, bumps, burning, just horrible. I have literally babied my skin for the past 6 months, trying everything from oils, to creams, to homemade masks. I feel like there has been no improvement at all. My skin is so dehydrated that NOTHING can give it enough moisture. My skin actually produces oil, so I've been using water based products. Nothing works. Anywho, I decided to try dermapen about a month ago. I had one session at Dr.Falk's office in Albany, and honestly didn't see any results (procedure was done by esthetician). There was no numbing cream used and it was very painful. My face stayed red for a few days and I had blood spots under my skin for about a week. I had already paid for two sessions so I decided to go back. I made another appointment for a dermapen session but this time asked about PRP with it. The doctor stated it would be 1,000 to add the PRP, which I know is steep. This time when I went in, the nurse drew my blood and the doctor took it in the other room. He put a numbing cream on and let me sit for 15 minutes. He then came back in and put more lidocane injections under my eyes to numb them. Honestly, the PRP portion was painless. It did feel weird, kind of like he was threading a needle under my skin, but no pain. The dermapen hurt, but this time I noticed he did a much better job. The woman on my first session wiped off the blood very roughly and even when I told her that she was hurting me she continued to wipe hard. He told me to expect some swelling and that my texture and overall appearance should improve within 6-8 weeks. I'm going to post some pictures here of before and after, Please feel free to ask any questions, I'd be more than happy to answer them. I will post new pictures every few days. Praying for improvement, dont know If I have laser damage, glycolic damage, or something else. My damage is very similar to what Retin A Sufferers have mentioned, yet I have never used that .Used to have GORGEOUS dewy skin, now its dehydrated dull and dry. Hoping for success here! Updated on 21 Oct 2014: here are some pictures, I just figured out how to upload, if ANYONE has other suggestions about my texture/dehydration issue I am more than willing to listen. Updated on 21 Oct 2014: This is a photo from a day after treatment, hasn't quite been 24 hours, swelling is obvious under eyes from PRP and microbleeding under skin is obvious everywhere. Skin feels tight and dry (but always does anyway!). Did not go to work today, hoping for more healing in the next 24 hours! Updated on 25 Oct 2014: So I'll say that I'm definitely healing, but definitely not seeing any changes yet. I still have some bruising from the PRP injections under my eyes, and a bit of redness from the dermapen. I also had a bit of a breakout, not sure if it was PRP related, but I haven't broken out in a while so I'm guessing it had to be that. Other than that, I don't have too much to report. Skin doesn't look great, still major texture issues. The one thing I will say is that I KNEW I wasn't going to see magic happen overnight. They say PRP can take about 3 weeks to take effect, some even say longer. As for the dermapen, I know that takes a while to notice changes, at least a month. I will keep everyone posted, and take a few pictures tomorrow. I have a meeting with a lady next week to begin using osmosis products, I have heard they have been amazing for several victims of laser damage. I'm excited to give them a try. If anyone has used any of their products I would really like to know how they worked out! Updated on 5 Dec 2014: So I hate to say this, but unfortunately I haven't seen much improvement from the dermapen (2 sessions) or the PRP injections. My skin is still damaged, dry, dehydrated, and the texture is awful. I became extremely depressed today, and couldn't get the thought out of my head that my once beautiful skin is probably ruined for the rest of my life. Just doesn't make any sense, a 5 minute laser treatment, and my skin STILL burns to this very day, nearly 9 months later. I don't know what else to try anymore. I guess I'll begin the osmosis skin care and see if that helps the texture at all. I was thinking about a mild lactic acid peel, does anyone have ANY suggestions? I really don't think my skin could take glycolic or anything too heavy duty right now. I actually thought about having laser genesis to fix the texture, but I think I'll leave lasers alone. If ANYONE has any suggestions, please message me or post here. I am so devastated it's ridiculous. I have lost 9 months of my life and at 27, I hate going out of the house. People say they don't notice anything but I sure do, My Skin literally looks burned in some places, the texture is so weird I can't even explain it. I'm beyond horrified, do I give it more time to heal on its own? or give up, I just don't know anymore. Updated on 23 Jan 2015: I hate to say this, but my skin still hasn't returned to normal or anything like it. It is still incredibly dehydrated. I've started using avene creme for intolerant skin, which doesn't hurt, but doesn't seem to help either. I've also started using Dr.Lin's hydrating gel (which has aloe vera, and other nourishing ingredients). I use a vitamin c serum as well, and thats literally it. ( I spray a bit of rose water after I get out of the shower). I'm just in a state of shock that March will be one year that I've been living this hell. I eat very healthy, have cut out alcohol and coffee, drink tons of water, and take tons of supplements. Literally NOTHING has made hardly any difference. I had a consultation at a Dr's office the other day (with a nurse), she looked at my skin for almost an hour, took close pictures, and explained to me that my skin wasn't thinned, but actually thickened. She stated that I would benefit from micropeels (using very low doses of salacycic acid, i know i spelled that wrong). She said glycolic is too drying, and that the other would be much better. She also suggested using the omnilight afterwards. She seemed extremely genuine and sincere, and wasn't trying to sell sell sell. I'm So scared to do the micropeel, but I have to give something a shot here. Please let me know what anyone thinks about micropeels. thanks Updated on 10 Mar 2016: Ok so I've now come to the conclusion that this damage had very little if nothing to do with the yag or facials I received. I know this because my skin DRASTICALLY improved around september of 2015- no burning no tingling no dehydration. All i did was splash distilled water on and use avene lotion. Skin looked so good. Just last week my skin began to burn very badly and turn incredibly dry again. Along with this, my eyes have turned red, irritated and my vision is blurry.This tells me it's something going on inside my body because at the very same time my skin began to deteriorate again, I got sick (sore throat, almost sinus infection like). Although i find myself becoming incredibly depressed again, I am looking into more homeopathic methods. I have started taking sulphur ( 6c 3 x per day) and being very careful about what I'm eating. I can't imagine what is going on inside of me or what could be reoccuring but that has to be what happened. If anyone has advice I would greatly appreciate it. I almost relate this to a sort of exzema like condition, something must be setting it off, this time I traveled to Florida, perhaps the plane, new environment ect? Could I possibly have a viral infection that's never been able to heal? I'm not going to change up my skin care routine because I know that this works, but I am so incredibly sad that this nightmare is happening all over again. Please Help
Arthur had maintained my skin and face for several years. He has provided Botox but most recently he has done Ultherapy and I can see a real difference in the firmness of my lower face. He cares about your looks and his recommendations are right on! I would highly recommend him to anyone looking into keep their youthful appearance.
I had a lower bleph.,sculptra,Botox,and juvaderm! Great experience from an excellent staff! Just adore all of them!!' Dr. Falk is a very skilled surgeon who takes great pride in his work! I would recommend him to everyone who is concerned and interested in there outward appearance! Honest and impeccable! Love my results!!!! Thank you Updated on 11 Dec 2013: Love the results!!!! Would do it all over again!! I will post pics of myself up to date It is amazing!!!! Dr. Falk is the best!!!! Updated on 6 Feb 2014: It has been three months and my lower bleph is amazing! The sculptra has been filling out my face and I could not be more pleased w my results!! Dr Falk in Albany NY is the best in our area!!! Trust me I have been to most of them! Updated on 7 Feb 2014: I have had some requests for a before photo Finally found one on my Drs. Web site. The first pic is before lower bleph and one treatment of sculptra The photos of myself with hair down are from yesterday 3 months later and another Sculptra treatment. I would recommend sculptra to anyone who has lost volume in their face due to the aging process It has been a wonderful alternative to fillers!! I am an avid runner and I am constantly at the gym so due to aging and running I lost a lot of volume in my face I am also posting a picture of myself in my 30's Hope this helps!!! Updated on 7 Feb 2014: Just a close up of my eyes for better reference. Updated on 3 Feb 2015: Hello again, It has been one year and three months later and I am still very pleased with the results. Still no under eye wrinkles (only when I smile) Dr. Falk is simoly the best!!!!
I have been a lifetime snorer. It was embarassing and inconvenient. I finally decided to do something about it and made an appointment with Doctor Falk. He suspected Sleep Apnea.The Sleep Study showed that I have Sleep Apnea. CPAP was not an option for me. I can not tolerate a mask on my face and the noise it makes. UPPP(Uvulopharyngopalatoplasty) and Base of Tongue Reduction were recommended by Dr. Falk. Recovering after the surgery was not easy. I stayed in the hospital overnight to control swelling and pain. For the first week after the surgery there was a lot of pain and difficulty with swallowing and eating. Despite the pain, I felt that I could breath better even during the daytime. I have not awakened with snoring or needing to catch my breath. I was able to control the pain with Tylenol 3-4 times a day by the 10th day.
I go see doctor Falk for botox and my forehead is wrinkle free! He has a modern office and great staff I would definitely recomend him to anyone. You dont sit around waiting for them either, you go in at your scheduled time. He offers a very wide range of procedures so you have options to choose from. Botox is relatively painless and the results are phenomenal. Im thinking of trying the vampire facelift next! Updated on 22 Jun 2013: Dr. Falk has done procedures on myself and others that I know, all have been happy with the results. I personally find him to be honest in his suggestions and professional in his deliverance of the goods. He does seem to be on top of what is new and what works for the buck you want to spend. I would recommend him to anyone.
I had a part of my cheekbone removed from my head and plated back in, a pretty serious procedure - at least to me. There have been no complications though several were possible - like jaw movement. I expect a 100% recovery from my accident thanks to this extremely professional Doctor.
Three times I have gone for Botox and have waited for over an hr to be seen. Office staff in Saratoga were very rude. However the dr is good. Botox is not the priority of the practice ENT is priority. Last visit the office staff neglected to tell me the office had moved and I sent me on a wild goose chase.
Thanks for the question, the average time to do a facelift is between 3-4 hours, depending on the extensiveness of the procedure.
We have been very satisfied with the consistent nonsurgical fat reduction results seen with Coolscultping in our Albany NY and Saratoga Springs office on targeted areas like the lower abdomen, flanks, thighs, and bra roll The reason I selected it was in fact because of the predictability as compared with other noninvasive fat reduction options - ultrasound and radiofrequency based energy systems. But, predictability means about a 20-25% reduction in the zone of the applicator. This means, that results are going to be more visible, the closer you are to your ideal form. Thus its better suited for targeted problem areas rather than as a body sliming procedure. To determine if this procedure to remove fat without surgery is the correct one for you, first take a look in the mirror, and see if you can isolate your concerns to one or two areas, then make a consultation with a facility that provides an accurate representation of the limits and potential for this procedure.
Most pricing structures for coolsculpting are based on the number of applicators and type of applicator with the small applicators nationally in the $750 for small applicator and $1250 for the larger applicator, and then discounts are applied with the number of cycles applied. However, I am not convinced this is the best way to structure pricing as you will be dissatisfied with the results unless there is a sense of treating to completion of an area. One can see excellent results as in the company promotional materials when costs are no option. In our practice we want people to be successful with the treatment by careful selection, honest appraisal and fair pricing. It is my judgment that the cost of Coolsculpting should be less than a comparable treatment with liposuction which is a far more complex and skill driven procedure.if you are getting quotes that approach this range, than you may be an inappropriate candidate or should look for another facility who can put this in a better perspective for you. Best success to you.
Thanks for the inquiry. As you have read, coolsculpting is priced per applicator, and it is a minimum of two panels, one on each side, as a starter but understand that each application reduces volume by 20%, so when asking about treatment to completion be sure you get an idea of the cost for additional applications. Much success to you.
I am a strong proponent of intralesional cryotherapy for pedunculated keloids of the ears. This is performed by using a proprietary needle called the Cryoshape or a similar large bore needle thorough which liquid nitrogen is pulsed. The keloid is frozen solid from the inside out. Apoptosis, or cell death occurs an the fibroblasts are resorbed or cleared by the process. For some reason cryotherapy does not induce keloid formation like other wounding methods such as excision or lasers. I have combined this treatment modality also with steroid injections and chemotherapeutics. In addition, I have been successful at excising residual scar redundant skin without recurrence when carefully watched and managed with pressure earrings. In short, no treatment is foolproof, but when managed accordingly we can provide significant help for those struggling with this challenging condition.
