Dr. Kulkin's Blog
Welcome to my Blog. As a physician specializing in Laser Aesthetics, I have a passion for helping people look their best. I also have a passion for being certain people get the right procedure at the right cost and providing the best care possible. I hope our Blog will help you see how hard we work every day to accomplish this. We are not a chain or a franchise, but one of a few medical practices in this country that has become expert at providing these services. You will not find marketing here or things we want you to purchase, but you will find REAL articles from me, our patients, our staff or the popular media. Feel free to contact me with any questions or comments at jkulkin@wifh.com. You can always find more information about these services on our web site.
Jay M. Kulkin, MD MBA FACOG
August 14.2009
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Here is a letter from one of our patients, a now loyal fan of Botox.
I can't believe I waited so long....
I’ve always been told by people that they can read me like a book. Never thought about the fact that this means I make a lot of facial expressions. As I’ve reached my mid 20’s I’ve taken notice to the fine lines that tend to linger a little longer than I’d like. Typically they make their presence known after a full day of social interaction, looking up to watch the T.V., or relaxing to read a book. These little ‘fine lines’ have decided to wreak havoc around my eyes and my upper forehead. While looking into a mirror with any type of magnification makes me nearly break out into a sweat, ignoring mirrors just isn’t feasible. Even if I am the only one who notices these awful wrinkles at first glance, it’s not others that see my reflection when they look for themselves in the mirror.
The idea of needles has always made me slightly queasy so the idea of willingly having someone prod my face with a muscle relaxer just wasn’t appealing. Yet, after months of seeing people fall in love with the process and the results, I finally caved. Convinced by a co-worker to take the plunge, I sat anxiously waiting for the first injection. It was nothing! Barely a prick and after that I was barely able to wait for her to finish the injections before looking in the mirror. Surprise! There was no evidence of my treatment. No one would even be able to notice the difference…except for my newly crease free forehead.
A week later and I’m hooked. I can still make expressions and no one would know I’ve had it done, yet I feel a difference and see a difference at first glance. How could I have put this off for so long? No wonder it’s the #1 Aesthetic Procedure in the world- You HAVE to try it!
Thanks WIFH!
DJ
August 11, 2009
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This is from one of our patients that had Smartlipo with us.
Loving my new Bod!
Working out is a chore for me, but I do it. I sweat and get sore, but no matter how hard I work-out or how well I eat there were just some areas that would not improve. My lower tummy, AKA “The Pooch” was resisting every pain staking crunch and abdominal workout I attempted.
When I heard Dr. Kulkin was going to start offering SmartLipo for in-shape people with small problem areas my ears perked up. Did I want to have surgery to get rid of that pooch? Would it be worth the trouble of a surgery? I needed to know more to make an informed decision, so I started asking questions. Was I a candidate? Yes, because I had a healthy BMI and was not a smoker. Was I willing to put up with the down time? Yes, because it was only two days worth of bumming around the house and then I would be back to work. Would I look all lumpy and bumpy where I had the procedure? No, because they use a laser tip that evenly melts the fat to give you the smooth sculpted look. Did I want to get rid of that pooch for once and for all? YES! Ok, I decided to go for it!
After a few quick appointments with Dr. Kulkin to run my blood work and make sure I was in good health for the procedure I was scheduled to have my surgery! I was on my way to an all new me and very excited about it! The choice for me was an easy one. I recommend asking all your questions and making your own informed decision. I did and it was the best decision I ever made.
March 2009
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This entry was written by Miranda, one of our Patient Concierge about her amazing results with Latisse. We now call her Bambie.
“Are you wearing extensions?”
The patient I was making a new appointment for was staring me straight in the eyes. I’d gotten used to this type of interrogation over the last few weeks and, I have to admit, it was becoming very flattering. I smiled and batted my eyelashes for effect, “No, they’re all mine. I’ve been using Latisse!”
They’ve done it again! Allergan, the creators of Botox® and our allies in the quest to stay beautiful, have produced a lovely solution to give you the lashes your friends and co-workers will envy. Just ask mine! The solution contains a vasodilator, which increases blood flow to your lashes, and is very easy to administer. It’s reported that your lashes will become thicker, longer, and, for some, darker. A small percentage of people report experiencing some eye redness and irritation during the process but, luckily, I didn’t. I just made sure I was consistent every night and crossed my fingers.
The results started showing up at around 4 weeks. I noticed that the lashes towards the inner corners of my eyes were getting longer. At first, I thought it was just my wishful thinking but to date, the inner corner lashes are just as long as the outer. The second noticeable change came a couple weeks later: my lashes were starting to TANGLE! Ha! This has never happened to me before. This stuff was delivering!
It’s been four months now and I can report that my lashes are still going strong and have surpassed my eyelids. Another thing I’ve noticed is the lengths of my lashes are evening out, from the inner corner to the outer. I want to see how far they can go so I will continue to use. Check out my before and after pictures below. They were taken without mascara each time. I’ll post a picture with mascara on and give you the full effect, too. I LOVE IT!
So, are you using Latisse? How’s your process going? Likes/Dislikes? Email me at miranda@wifh.com and tell me about it.
Baseline 4 Months
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This was written by Julia, one of Dr. Kulkin's Physician Assistants on her recent customer service experience, or should I say lack of customer service.
Recently, I visited an authorized cell phone dealer looking to upgrade to a new BlackBerry. I knew it would be a fun experience (ha!). I entered the store at 6PM and spoke with a very nice salesperson. He matched the “package” I had seen online and I knew the trade would make me a very “satisfied” customer. But, I couldn’t purchase the new BlackBerry without backing up my data, so we agreed I would come back in the morning to complete my purchase. When I returned to the store at 9AM, the salesperson changed the “package” that had been more than "satisfying" just 15 hours earlier to more than double the "price". Needless to say that when I objected to the "new deal", all I got from the salesperson was a 360-degree turn-around in attitude from the day before and a strong dose of customer "no" service". I was quite disappointed and very unsatisfied, and after respectfully pushing a smidgin’ of attitude and my two cents on "real" customer service the salespersons way, I should have flat out told them I worked for WIFH—the customer service, best price, most-trusted laser expertise POWER HOUSE.
After a visit to the darkside ... it's refreshing to know that 100% “package”, 100% “price quote” and 100% “satisfaction” is something special. So special, I wish WIFH sold cell phones!
Julia Galanti, PA-C
julia@wifh.com
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Christina's Love Affair with her Clarisonic
My love affair with the Clarisonic began innocently enough. I, being the newest member of the WIFH family, found myself anxiously awaiting the arrival of my next patient in our reception area. Eyeing the products on display, my eyes locked onto the Clarisonic. It looked so sleek and pristine on the shelf. I reached for it, pressed the on button and gently glided the oscillating bristles over the top of my hand. 20 seconds later, I put the Clarisonic back in its spot and lightly touched the top of my hand. Silky, smooth, baby-soft skin enveloped my senses.
It was in that moment that I fell head over heels for the Clarisonic. Not only is it proven to remove 6 times more makeup than manual cleansing, it also leaves your skin more absorbent to skin care products that are applied after its use. Talk about getting the biggest bang for your buck!
I decided to share this love affair with my family and have given my mom, sisters, mother and sister-in-law the Clarisonic as gifts. It is truly a gift that keeps on giving...cleaner, softer, more youthful looking skin every day.
Christina Imhoff, NP
christina@wifh.com
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I Love My “Holiday Lips”
I am so excited about my sexy new “holiday lips”. For years, I have been wanting to try a filler for my lips. I do have an upper lip, but I have always felt that it would look better if it were just a little bit fuller and better defined. So, I did my research on fillers. Hyaluronic acid is naturally occurring in your skin, and it's a smooth gel that is often used in the lips and other areas of the face to add volume and fullness. It can also correct lines, wrinkles and folds that you don’t want on your face. They are pretty popular right now. I found most last for 6 months to year once they have been injected. That made me a little bit nervous. What if I didn’t like it? What if it was too much? I mean, I don’t really want to look like Angelina Jolie. I just want a little enhancement.
Last week, when I went to WIFH for my Botox, Regan told me about this great new hyaluronic filler that they have called Prevelle Silk. It is just like the other fillers, but it is more temporary. It only lasts about 2 to 4 months. And it costs less, too. Perfect! I was sold immediately. The procedure only took a few minutes and it didn’t even hurt. Prevelle has a numbing agent already mixed in. My results were immediate. My lips look awesome! Prevelle was the prefect choice for a “first timer”, like me. I’m so glad I finally decided to try a filler. Next time, I think I’ll try one of the longer lasting fillers.
Thank you, WIFH. I look and feel great for the holidays (and my husband loves it, too)!
RVJ
Alpharetta, GA
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