It’s my second time coming to Madison Avenue Face and Body for my tattoo removal and the experience has been extremely AMAZING! The staff is so warm and friendly, the office is very nice and welcoming so you obviously feel extremely comfortable and they are always so tentative to their patients. Dr. Alvarez is very knowledgeable in his profession, he listens to your concerns and gives you his upmost honest opinion if you are uncertain of anything, love how he is never in a rush and takes his time with the procedures, talks to you throughout every step making sure you are comfortable. I will definitely be getting other services later. I Drive from out of state and he even takes his time to tell you were to park and the best time to drive in ;) .
I am a huge fan of Dr. Alvarez and his wonderful staff! I have been going to him for years now, and I have never had such a wonderful dentist in all my life. He is constantly keeping up with the latest treatments and new technology, and recently relieved some pretty severe jaw pain due to me grinding my teeth. I have had all sorts of dental work done from crowns to Clear Correct to teeth whitening to just your average cavity fillings, and he always makes the process stress-free and professional. The actual office itself feels like a spa, and I promise you will never let another person touch your teeth! 5 stars for almost 10 years of exceptional service.
So .. It was a long time coming that I finally made an appointment with Dr. Alverez .. And let me tell you it was worth the wait .. What a pleasant experience .. I've never felt so comfortable at the dentist in my life ! Even after the procedure he's followed up to make sure I was ok . He reconstructed my entire smile !! .. I never knew I had the smile I do and I have him to thank for that .. I would do it all over again!! Thank you!
Dr. Alvarez has been working on my smile for over 6 years and even though I no longer work in Manhattan I still take the drive in from NJ because there is no one else I would trust with my teeth than him. His office is friendly, staff welcoming, his love for his craft is unmatched. A+++ work! I had 4 veneers done 2 teeth bonded yearly cleanings
Fantastic! I am in the cosmetic beauty field and have had botox done many times before. Dr. Alvarez not only is very knowledgeable and professional, he also makes you feel really comfortable. But his works speaks for itself. I lover the results! My forehead and eye creases smoothed out so naturally. I look very relaxed and no wrinkes, which is what we all want.
Over 5 years dr Alvarez has been caring for my overall wellness! I originally saw him for a dental cleaning and had a few cavities, but he has also helped me with accupuncture for a bad knee, and lip injections. He's truly someone I can trust with my health. He goes over everything in great detail and has such a calm and welcoming personality you never feel like you're going to just get rushed out the door so the next patient can come.
I went to Dr. Alvarez many years ago for a dental cleaning, bleaching of a discolored tooth, and extraction of 4 wisdom teeth. Every procedure was painless, wisdom teeth included. No facial swelling at all!!! Since then I've moved to long island and settled for another dentist due to the commute. Well today my front tooth cracked and even though I had another dentist I didn't trust him enough to repair my tooth. I immediate reaction was to call Dr. Alvarez. They had a cancellation!!! Thank God!!! He took his time, explained every step and dental machine noise I heard. Again, painless procedure!! My tooth looks beautiful again. I will drive 3 hours in traffic to see him because I know he will do an amazing job. I will never go to another dentist again. The staff was friendly, helpful and the care and service I received was beyond excellent!!! They treated me like I never left :)
Hi, and thanks for your great question. Yes, surgeons will leave a thin layer of subcutaneous fat after liposuction to prevent an uneven appearance to the skin, or the peaks and valleys of the canula. What we have seen in our practice is that TruSculpt ID is great at evening out that small layer of fat that can still remain over the abdomen. It will also tighten the skin in that area due to the RF energy and heating of the tissue, so you will get a better overall appearance. Now, as for your question of depth. The histological studies from Cutera, the maker of TruSculpt ID demonstrate that the RF energy that kills the fat travels approximately 1.5cm, or a little more than half an inch beneath the skin's surface. So, the answer is no, it will not reach visceral fat. The only way to remove visceral fat is via diet and exercise. I hope this gives you a better understanding of TruSculpt ID, and helps you make a better decision. Kind regards, Dr. Edward AlvarezDiplomate, American Academy of Aesthetic MedicineMember, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Hi, and thank you for your question about the differences between TruSculpt Flex, TruSculpt ID, and TruSculpt 3D. In reality, there are only two different technologies there, TruSculpt Flex is multidirectional electrical muscle stimulation, and it is used to build and strengthen muscles. TruSculpt ID is a monopolar radiofrequency (RF) device used to kill fat and tighten skin. It has handsfree applicators that are attached to the areas you are treating, with the exception of the submental area (under the chin) which uses a handheld wand. TruSculpt 3D is a separate applicator (handheld device) that is passed over the areas you want to treat with RF energy. If you want to build muscle, your treatment would be the TruSculpt Flex. If you want to permanently eliminate fat and tighten the skin in that area, TruSculpt ID would be your treatment of choice. I find that best results in my patients involves first treating the area with TruSculpt ID to permanently destroy the fat in the area (typically 24-28% of the fat in the treated area) and tighten the skin, and then do 4 treatments of TruSculpt Flex + to build the muscle. If you build muscle without removing the fatty tissue above them, you will be stronger, but will not necessarily show the results of muscle building. I hope this helps and gives you a better understanding of the different technologies. Kind Regards,Dr. Edward AlvarezDiplomate, American Academy of Aesthetic MedicineMember, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Hi, and thank you for your question. As someone who has experienced all three devices and had them demonstrated in my office prior to adding it to my practice, the only one that impressed me was TruSculpt Flex. That is why I added it to my practice. EMSculpt works via electromagnetic stimulation vs. TruSculpt Flex + which is multi-directional elecrical muscle stimulation. The feeling that they produce when stimulating your muscles is different, and both will be beneficial to you. The difference for me as both a patient, and as a doctor providing the treatment to other patients, is the results that I saw. Both my wife and I saw IMMEDIATE results in muscle growth and muscle tone after doing the TruSculpt Flex treatment. We were left unimpressed with the EMSculpt results we obtained. Once we saw that, we knew it was the device we wanted to offer our patients. Ultimately, you will have to try and see what works best for you. Hope you have a better understanding of which is best from our experience. Best of luck,Dr. Edward A AlvarezDiplomate, American Academy of Aesthetic MedicineMember, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Hi, and thank you for your question. As someone who has treated many patients with TruSculpt Flex +, and someone who has personally experienced the treatment multiple times, I can say that it feels like my muscles are moving and contracting in ways they've never have. The feeling is not something you can exactly compare to the gym. The patterns of stimulation will vary throughout the 15 minute period. At one point it feels as if there is a strong tapping to the muscles, at another it will be a stretching feeling, and at another it will be twisting. The good thing is that it keeps the body guessing and it never becomes monotonous. Before adding TruSculpt Flex + to my practice I demoed the bigger name in the muscle machine space, and was completely unimpressed. My staff and I had no problem getting to a 100% intensity, and it was boring to sit there. I felt nothing remarkable. With TruSculpt Flex + I felt, and my patients feel an immediate pump after the treatment. You can see how the muscles have been worked, and the increase in blood flow to the area. To me there is no comparison between the two. Hope this helps explain a little better. Kind Regards,Dr. Edward A AlvarezDiplomate, American Academy of Aesthetic MedicineMember, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Hi, and thank you for your question. TruSculpt Flex pricing will vary based on your location, areas treated, number of treatments, and expertise of your provider. Though you will experience some results and benefit from a single treatment, the protocol is to do four treatment sessions over a period of 14 days. National average will range anywhere from $650 to $1200 per treatment. Kind Regards,Dr. Edward A Alvarez Diplomate, American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine Member, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
