miraDry: The Perfect Solution, No Sweat!

Excessive armpit sweating is a huge problem that has very few treatment options. Antiperspirants offer temporary, yet meager results. While Botox injections require a huge amount of product with effects lasting only six to nine months, a new treatment called miraDry could be the answer for patients suffering from hyperhydrosis. In February, the FDA approved miraDry, a new medical device that uses electromagnetic energy to disable the sweat glands. miraDry heats up and disables the sweat glands without damaging any of the surrounding tissue. Sweat glands often do not regenerate, so patients receiving treatment see a dramatic reduction in underarm sweat. Completely non-surgical, this procedure does not require surgical incisions or cuts.

miraDry promises to deliver results lasting up to 12 months. The procedure is delivered in a series of three one-hour treatments spaced three months apart. In my personal experience, patients have seen results even after one treatment. Almost any skin type can be treated.

My offices in Manhattan and Hillsborough, New Jersey are now offering this unique technique to a limited number of patients.

David J. Goldberg, M.D.

Director, Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of NY/NJ

Chief of Dermatology

Hackensack University Medical Center

Clinical Professor of Dermatology

Director, Laser Research

Mount Sinai School of Medicine,

Clinical Professor of Dermatology

Chief, Dermatologic Surgery

UMDNJ- New Jersey Medical School

Dr. Goldberg Lectures about Bella Contour

Yesterday, Dr. David Goldberg spoke to the beauty editors from all the prominent women’s magazines in the U.S. on Bella Contour, the revolutionary new painless body contour and cellulite treatment at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City.

This weekend the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and Anti-Aging Medicine: The Next Generation meeting is taking place in the same location. The APSAM meeting covers a number of current and emerging aesthetic procedures, including anti-aging stem cell treatments, the latest in non-invasive body contouring, and facial healthy skin approaches.

David J. Goldberg, M.D.
Director, Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of NY/NJ
Chief of Dermatology
Hackensack University Medical Center
Clinical Professor of Dermatology
Director, Laser Research
Mount Sinai School of Medicine,
Clinical Professor of Dermatology
Chief, Dermatologic Surgery
UMDNJ- New Jersey Medical School

Research: Cosmetic Procedures

Research activities at Skin Laser and Surgery Specialists are going strong. We are currently evaluating the new eMatrix device from Syneron, which produces different results depending on the tip we utilize. On lighter skin we are using the machine to treat photoaging, where as for darker skin types we are using the eMatrix to tighten skin and diminish the appearance of acne scars. To provide patients with a youthful look and healthy skin we are also assessing the Viora Reaction, which combines RF energy and vacuum therapy to treat cellulite, as well as Ultherapy as a non-surgical approach to lift, firm, and tighten skin on the face. In addition, we are testing out Allergan Voluma, which is a volume filler for natural facial recontouring, as well as Medicis’ Dysport for relief from oily skin and facial flushing. Ultimately, we look forward to presenting our results next month at the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and Anti-aging Medicine meeting at New York’s Waldorf Astoria Hotel as well as at the FACE meeting at London’s Royal College of Physicians.

David J. Goldberg, M.D.
Director, Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of NY/NJ
Chief of Dermatology
Hackensack University Medical Center
Clinical Professor of Dermatology
Director, Laser Research
Mount Sinai School of Medicine,
Clinical Professor of Dermatology
Chief, Dermatologic Surgery
UMDNJ- New Jersey Medical School

Update from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting

Last week I attended the American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting (ASAPS), which proved to be very exciting. Experienced doctors from across the country, including myself, lectured on various hot topics including fat grafting and the roles stem cells and acellular dermal products, such as Alloderm and Strattice, play in the procedure. My favorite talk was by Dr. Barry DiBernardo on Cellulaze, the new Cynosure device for long-term cellulite improvement. I also enjoyed Boston dermatologist Jeff Dover’s presentation on the amazing results of Bella Contour, a new body-contouring product. I had the pleasure of sharing my expertise on the skin tightening procedures Sciton, SkinTyte, and the new Ultra Shape as well as co-chairing a session on laser complications with Atlanta’s Dr. Foad Nahai. I also filmed segments for The Plastic Surgery Channel on laser resurfacing and cellulite. ASAPS further ignited my excitement for future innovation and advancements in plastic surgery. I have a number of upcoming meetings with companies interested in testing new products and am eager to see what this year holds for research.

Dr. David Goldberg Lectures at L'oreal Corporate Headquarters

Last week, CosmeticMDNation Cosmetic Dermatologist, David J. Goldberg, MD, was invited to speak at L'oreals US research center in Clark, NJ. The talk was in honor of the 100 year anniversary of L'oreal's commitment to skin care. Dr. Goldberg's lecture focused on various devices used to rejuvenate the skin on the face and body. Devices discussed included Fraxel, FX, eMatrix, CoolSculpting by Zeltiq, Accent, Viora, and VelShape. The final portion of his presentation focused on the future of skin rejuvenation combining energy based treatments such as described in combination with great skin care products such as those made by L'oreal.