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Michael A. Persky MD, FACS

@drmichaelperskymd

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Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Certified Master Injector | 40 Years in Encino
Natural rejuvenation that looks like you

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Congratulations on the new life you’re bringing into the world.

Most aesthetic treatments aren’t recommended during pregnancy because clinical trials aren’t done on pregnant women, for ethical reasons. Here’s what you can keep doing, and what to pause:

- Wear a daily physical sunblock with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.

- Pause retinol and Retin-A until after baby.

- Safe during pregnancy: gentle facials, microdermabrasion, superficial glycolic or lactic acid peels, manual extractions, shaving, waxing and threading.

- Suspicious spots or growths should still be checked and biopsied.

If you had a treatment before you knew you were pregnant, studies looking back have not shown an increase in birth defects. Talk with your OB if you have questions.

Wishing you a healthy pregnancy and recovery for you and your baby. by @drmichaelperskymd

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Not all skin tightening treatments are built the same.

Dr. Persky explains why he skips the lower-downtime, lower-intensity RF options and uses Profound RF instead: tiny microneedles go one to three millimeters deep and deliver focused heat directly to the skin, building real collagen and giving patients the maximum non-surgical result.

Curious if it's right for you? DM us and let’s connect. We'll walk you through it.

*Individual results may vary. by @drmichaelperskymd

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In your 30s, you may notice your skin starting to show signs of aging. You don’t need a big change, just small boosts to get natural results. Your face ages at different depths, so I treat it at different depths:

The surface: a Salmon Sperm (PDRN) Facial. Microneedling helps PDRN reach the dermis for smoother, glassier skin.

Just below the surface: Sofwave. Ultrasound energy stimulates collagen and elastin production to tighten skin. No needles, no downtime.

The deep layer: Sculptra. Your body builds its own collagen over a few months, so nobody can pinpoint what changed.

Each one works at its own depth. The result looks like you on a great day. Give our office a ring to book an appointment. 818-501-3223. by @drmichaelperskymd

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Dr. Persky, Doc, whatever you like. Same Encino office since 1985, same goal for every patient: natural-looking rejuvenation that still looks like you.

Call 818-501-3223 or head to the link in bio for more information. by @drmichaelperskymd

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9 days ago

A lax jawline is usually the first sign our male patients notice.

Sofwave tightens it without surgery or downtime. One hour, one session, and results that read as younger, not different.

Reach out to us to find out more.

*Individual results may vary.

@sofwavemedical #sofwave #sofwavejourney by @drmichaelperskymd

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11 days ago

One product. One deserted island. What would Dr. Persky choose to treat aging skin?

Sculptra. It’s a biostimulatory injection that adds volume over the bone, and your body converts it into your own collagen, elastin, and connective tissue over two to three months. Natural, gradual, and most patients can’t tell from a before-and-after until they look back at photos.

Curious if it’s right for you? DM to book a consultation.

*Individual results may vary. by @drmichaelperskymd

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I reach for Sofwave more than almost anything else in my practice, and there's a reason for that.

It's ultrasound energy, applied to lift and tighten skin on the face, neck, and body. No incisions. No recovery time built into your calendar. Patients in their late 20s and early 30s tend to use it as a light refresh. Patients further along in the aging process use it to address skin that's started to lose its grip.

I'll often layer it with Sculptra, Dilute Radiesse, or PRP when someone wants a fuller result. On its own, though, Sofwave still delivers, especially for anyone who wants a visible change without going under the knife.

Curious if @sofwavemedical is a fit for you? Book a consultation. Link in bio.

#sofwave #sofwavejourney by @drmichaelperskymd

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18 days ago

Losing weight on a GLP-1 without a plan can cost you muscle and skin quality.

Dr. Persky's checklist covers what to track, how to eat, and how to train before you start, so the results hold up. by @drmichaelperskymd

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Facial plastic surgeons work with zero margin for error. There's no shirt or jacket to cover a mistake. That precision matters even more if you're losing weight on GLP-1 medications, because facial volume loss shows up fast and it shows up where everyone can see it.

If you're worried about your face changing shape during your weight loss journey, DM us and we'll get you scheduled with Dr. Persky to map out a plan. by @drmichaelperskymd

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Not ready for a facelift? You’re not alone, and you’re not out of options.

@sofwavemedical uses parallel beam ultrasound energy to tighten skin from the inside out. No incisions, no downtime. It treats fine lines and wrinkles, and lifts the neck, jawline, and brows.

The session runs about an hour, and the energy level adjusts to your comfort. Most patients notice tighter, more lifted skin results building over the following months as your body produces new collagen.

If your skincare routine stopped moving the needle but you’re not booking an OR, this is your next step.

Link in bio to book a consult.

#sofwave #sofwavejourney taken in Michael A. Persky MD Facial Plastic Surgery by @drmichaelperskymd

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Sofwave isn't a one-size-fits-all treatment, at least not in this office.

Dr. Persky has spent four decades studying the vectors and tissue planes that create real lift on a face, and he applies that to every Sofwave plan instead of running the same settings on everyone. That's the difference between paying for the device and paying for the person running it.

Want to see what a customized @sofwavemedical plan looks like for your face? We'll get you on the calendar.

#sofwave #sofwavejourney by @drmichaelperskymd

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25 days ago

Male skincare, Tip #4: the upper eyelid.

Dr. Persky calls this the biggest bang for the buck for his male patients. Removing a little extra upper eyelid skin, the hooding that builds up over time, makes a subtle but real difference. Done right, it's barely noticeable and just makes you look more rested. Done wrong, it's obvious. So, choose someone who specializes in this on male patients specifically. by @drmichaelperskymd

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