Dr. Ariel Ostad

It’s important to understand the objective of various treatments and why they work (or don’t.) The word “cellulite” may have no precise medical meaning, but it has profound personal meaning to anyone with dimpling and irregularities that occur on the surface of the skin. Most frequently found on the buttock and thighs, cellulite worsens with age, and is frequently associated with loose skin. Cellulite is tied to protein degeneration in the skin and it’s supporting structures. Diet and exercise will not change the appearance of cellulite, but there are treatments available to tighten up the skin and make cellulite much less visible. Endymed, a procedure that uses unique capacitive radiofrequency (CRF) technology, may be the answer if you are seeking smoother, tighter, younger looking skin. Endymed safely heats the under layer of your skin, causing tissue and collagen in the skin’s dermal layers to tighten. Endymed is a state of the art, non-invasive, injection-free procedure tha...

Our body includes a number of different veins. They are generally red, purple, and blue in color. Sometimes they are more prominent in some body parts. Varicose veins and spider veins are two types of veins that appear in the body. The spider veins are smaller in size and are red, purple, and blue in color. These twisted and turned veins are much visible through the skin. Some people remove these veins just to get perfectly clean and smooth skin. If you have symptoms of these veins are are looking for the best spider vein removal in New York , then you must read the following treatment options. The spider veins become more visible when a person stands for a long period of time. Acne, more exposure to the sunlight, genetics, smoking, and Rosacea are another major causes of the visibility of spider veins. In women, menopause is a major reason. Laser- It is a hi-tech treatment which includes no cuts or stitches. It includes a beam of light focused on the infected area which steadi...

Skin is an important factor for all of us. It adds charm to our personality. Everybody is not blessed to have a charming and flawless skin type. But not to worry, there are various skin treatments that can be used to have a smooth and flawless skin. Chemical treatment is one of them. To treat various skin conditions, facial peel treatment is used.  In this blog, we have mentioned everything you need to know about the chemical peel, which is used to treat facial skin problems. This treatment is one of the best and widely used by the people of the New York City.   About facial peel- The chemical peel is also used to treat the problems such as-  wrinkles, dark spots, acne scars, lines, hyperpigmentation, extremely dry skin and sunburns. The facial peel is the remunerative procedure as it can improve the texture of the skin as well as the skin color. This procedure is a non-invasive and non-surgical treatment. It can be done by the trained and experienced skin ...

Hair is definitely one of the most important parts of our body. Both men and women want that the hair on their head remains healthy and strong with men simply praying that their hair remains there! The head is definitely the place where we want our hair to be but when we get excessive hair and that too on the unwanted parts of the body, we are left with no option but to get them removed. Although, shaving and waxing are the normal procedures adopted for this purpose but the option of laser hair removal in bronx has become quite popular. Top laser hair removal benefits explained Permanent removal The biggest benefit which is associated with the laser hair removal is nothing but the fact that it provides a permanent solution and one does not need to regularly get rid of the hair on those parts of the body. Yes, new hair follicles are produced by the body but the treated hair never grows back. Fewer efforts & Easily manageable There are many parts of the body where hair removal othe...

Spring and summer are year’s most wonderful months. These are the months where you can spend time in the sun and enjoy the nature. However, the sun can also take a toll on your skin. The rays of the sun ages the skin.  As we age, the skin becomes drier and thinner. This leads to the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Majority of people don't know how to take care of the skin. This is the reason why skin care education in NYC is trending. Taking good care of the skin slows down the process of aging. There is a difference between fine lines and wrinkles and it is up to us to know and understand it.  Fine line vs Wrinkles Fine lines Fine lines are the first stage of wrinkle formation. Fine line happens in the areas of the face where the skin regularly contracts and expands such as mouth, eyes, and forehead.  These are also the most expressive areas. The formation of fine lines does not suggest that the aging process has begun. They can also be creat...

Do you have excess weight? Do you want to have a flat tummy? Are you losing your self-confidence? If you are living in Manhattan, tummy tuck surgery can be a great option that you can choose. It is the best method if you want to look firmer and want a youthful figure. It is the method chosen by many when the exercise and diet are not enough to eliminate the excess fat and tissues. This method flattens the abdomen and helps in tightening muscles near the abdominal wall. Who should consider this surgery? This procedure can be considered either by the men or women. Generally, women are the one who prefers this surgery especially those who have had several pregnancies. As the abdominal muscles become loose and there is an excess of fat which covers the tummy area. This tummy tuck surgery is also a good option for men or women who were once obese and still have excess fat tissues deposited near the belly areas. Who should not consider tummy tuck surgery? It is recommended to not ...

Tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty is a cosmetic procedure in which excess fat is removed and the muscles are tightened to flatten the abdomen. This procedure is commonly associated with “mommy makeovers” that allows women to restore their figures after pregnancy.  Tummy tuck is also quite popular among patients that have undergone drastic weight loss in a short time period. When diet and exercise fail to help individuals to get desired abdominal figure, they choose the option of tummy tuck. As per the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the number of tummy tuck procedures has increased to about 87% from 2000 to 2014. What are the causes of fat or excess skin build-up around the abdominal region? Aging, pregnancy, heredity, surgery, increase or decrease can lead to build-up of excess skin and fat around the abdomen. Who is a suitable candidate for this surgery? The procedure is suitable for both men and women. The procedure can be helpful for both men and ...