Dr. Stephen Bracci

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The Truth About Cheek Filler: Debunking Cheekbone Filler Myths

Worried about cheek fillers making you look overdone? Let Dr. Stephen Bracci from VERVE Medical Cosmetics guide you on achieving a sculpted look without puffiness. If you’re considering cheek fillers, schedule a consultation at VERVE Medical Cosmetics to look like the best version of yourself. Frequently Asked Questions about Cheek Fillers Q1: What should I look for when choosing a practitioner for cheek fillers? A1: When selecting a practitioner, prioritize their experience and training in aesthetic injectables. Look for reviews or before-and-after photos of their work, and ensure they take the time to discuss your goals and concerns during the consultation. Q2: How long do the results from cheek fillers typically last? A2: The longevity of cheek fillers can vary based on the type of filler used and individual factors like metabolism and skin condition. Generally, results can last from six months to two years, with firmer fillers like Radiesse…

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What is a Botox Brow Lift?

Explore how to achieve a more youthful look in just minutes-without surgery, makeup, or threads! Join Dr. Stephen Bracci as he dives into the transformative effects of the Botox Brow Lift. How Botox Brow Lift Works The Botox brow lift targets specific areas of the frontalis muscle, the primary muscle responsible for lifting the eyebrows. By injecting Botox strategically, we can relax certain parts of this muscle, reducing forehead wrinkles while still allowing for eyebrow elevation. Additionally, by relaxing the muscles that pull the eyebrows downward—such as the corrugator supercilii, procerus, and orbicularis oculi—we enhance the lifting effect. Understanding the Science The mechanics behind the Botox brow lift are straightforward: Aging and the Forehead As we age, repetitive movements such as raising our eyebrows contribute to the development of horizontal lines and drooping brows. These changes can make us appear tired or older than we are. Botox can effectively address…

The Gloss Reviews EyeRise™

TheGloss.com recently gave a big thumbs up to Verve Medical Cosmetics’ EyeRise™ procedure!  EyeRise™ corrects eye bags and other eye area aging by utilizing a flexible medical instrument called a cannula instead of a needle. The EyeRise technique is virtually painless and avoids the trauma and bruising of a needle. Interested in learning more?  Schedule a free consultation.

The Gloss Asks Dr. Stephen Bracci How to Get Good Botox in Your 20's

Recently, The Gloss asked Dr. Stephen Bracci a few of their burning Botox Cosmetic questions: Why are more people in their 20’s getting Botox? How do you avoid getting the dreaded Dr. Spock- brow? What do you do if you get droopy eye brows? Can Botox back fire and cause more wrinkles as you get older? Check out the post and see how Verve Medical Cosmetics separates Botox facts from Botox Fiction!

Beauty Round Up: How To Look Instantly Younger With Make-Up

Makeup can never do the work of a medical cosmetic, but if it’s applied correctly it will undeniably improve your appearance and boost your confidence.  This week we turned to our favorite beauty and fashion websites to collect their tips to perk-up everyone’s best feature, the eyes. One way to instantly glow is to play up your eyes while drawing attention away from less than perfect skin.  The Daily Makeover has a clever trick to achieve an instant eye life using a little shimmer. Harper’s Bazaar understands that a woman can look bright eyed at any age. They have a wonderful suggestion on how to fake your way to bigger eyes. Think your eye batting days are over?  Total Beauty does not think so.  Learn how to get a very modern full lash look. Have any tips you want to share? Leave it in the comments below! Please note, we are…

Sculptra®Aesthetic: One Way to Look Great, Not Fake

Good things come to those who wait. That is the case with Sculptra®Aesthetic; an injectable cosmetic that works like a derma filler overtime. Unlike Juvederm or RADIESSE, two very popular skin plumping options that provide immediate results, Sculptra®Aesthetic works slowly to gradually replace the collagen that time has taken away while reinforcing your skin’s structure. Many of our patients appreciate how this injectable cosmetic gradually and subtly corrects wrinkles while producing a refined and more youthful appearance that can last for up to two years. Sculptra® Aesthetic is perfect for correcting shallow to deep smile lines; marionette lines, and those dreaded chin wrinkles.  On average three injection sessions are needed over a three month period but sometimes one or two injections does the trick. It all depends on the current condition of your skin. To learn more about this treatment schedule a free consultation so we discuss the best treatment…

Medical Cosmetic Solutions for Crow's Feet

Whoever said laughter is the best medicine did not have crow’s feet, those pesky lines that start at the outer corner of the eye and over time fans out and deepens.  The condition for most adults is the first sign of aging. This is because the eye and temple area have less collagen than the rest of the face, and this effect’s the skin’s elasticity. To add insult to injury, this fragile area is prone to sun damage and deteriorates further based on unhealthy habits and poor skincare. Even if you do everything “right” — wear sun block, skip squinting, and vow to never smile again you can’t prevent volume loss, another culprit responsible for this condition. Thankfully, Verve Medical Cosmetics is armed to the teeth with wrinkle fighting solutions. Our arsenal includes: Botox Cosmetic, a powerful medicine that blocks signals from the nerves to the muscles which softens and often…

The Wrinkle Report: Marionette Lines

Marionette lines despite the playful name can make us look years beyond our real age. For those not in the know, these creases are the result of aging.  The lines resemble parentheses that frame the corners of your mouth and chin—think Howdy Doody and you get the idea (and if you are old enough to remember him, you just might have these annoying facial grooves). Now until March 23rd 2012, Verve Medical Cosmetics is making it a little easier to address those pesky creases with our “Marionette Lines Special”.  Got questions? Call today to book your complimentary consultation prior to the procedure so we can discuss the condition in detail with you:  (212) 888-3003. Don’t be a puppet head any longer. Book your appointment today!

Intentions for Prevention

We are now into the second month of the New Year, and I have to ask — how many of you stuck to that New Year’s resolution you made about eating better and exercising more? Show of hands please? Hmmm, I thought so. Okay, don’t beat yourself up. Good intentions can pave the way to great health if you take things one-step at a time. Let me brag for a moment. I am vegetarian and amateur athlete. I don’t smoke, I drink in moderation, and yes, I make sure I have plenty of water each day. Nevertheless, it took time to establish healthy habits and make it a part of my everyday life, and I did it in baby steps and so can you. Vow to walk at least once per week and build from there.  Take measures to cut processed foods one meal at a time. Keep a journal…

Eyerise Can Wipe That Tired Look Off Your Face

There is nothing like getting that unwelcomed anti-compliment. “You look tired.” At one time, a good night’s rest would have wiped that exhausted look right off your face. Now not as much. Why you may ask? Well, kiddo we will give it to you straight. Unfortunately, your eyes are not the windows for your soul. If they were you would look like the age you feel inside instead of a reflection of your advancing maturity. Thankfully, we all have the option these days to age youthfully. Dr Stephen Bracci’s trademarked EyeRise procedure restores the contours around the eyes that age has taken away. Using Juvederm, a medical cosmetic filler, eye bags, hollowness, and dark circles are quickly erased leaving the patient with a fresher more youthful-looking appearance. And the best news is, the treatment requires little to no downtime.  This is because we skip the sharp needles and use micro…