Dr. Michael Ruggiero is an expert in Rejuvenation medicine, based at our clinics in Atlantic City, NJ and Colorado Springs, CO. His background features emergency medicine, and Dr. Ruggiero offers aesthetic medical services.Besides practicing medicine, Dr. Ruggiero has exceptional knowledge in aesthetics and actively trains a former pro-boxer. He is a natural "fit" for an integrated medical center and offers a deep understanding of the application of nutrition, fitness, and endocrinology. Dr. Ruggiero has been in clinical practice since 1978, starting in Chicago. Education:
CHICAGO COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE, MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY, CHICAGO (1983)
Board Certifications:
AM OSTEO BRD OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE 13-Jul-89
Mesotherapy Specialization:
Frequently Asked Questions What is the difference between "Cellulite" and "Body Sculpting" treatments? The difference is related to the depth of the tissues to be treated. For cellulite, medications are introduced into the cell layers right under the skin, between one and two millimeters deep. For body sculpting (spot reduction), medications are administered into deeper layers of tissues. How are the treatments applied? Depending on the area to be treated, the degree of progression of cellulite, etc., medications are selected and introduced into the skin layers in very small amounts, by specially designed, very thin needles that are relatively painless. What areas of the body can be treated? Mesotherapy treatments can be applied to most any area of the body. It is requested mostly for the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, upper arms, face (under-eye bags, jowls, double chin), and love handles. How many treatments will I need? For cellulite as well as for body sculpting Mesotherapy, the number of treatments needed to obtain good results are form two to sic, depending on the degree of cellulite and "spot reductions" or "sculpting" patients desire, provided they are good candidates. Treatments may last from twenty to forty-five minutes each, and are administered every two to four weeks. Do treatments hurt? Some patients may experience a mild pain and/or itching sensation during treatments. This may last anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours. Some patients may have a mild nausea or headache. How soon can I see results? Depending on several factors such as diet and exercise, dosage and response to medications, results for cellulite reduction may be apparent after receiving two to six Mesotherapy treatments. For body sculpting, two to six Mesotherapy treatments over a one to three-month period should visibly reduce the thickness of fat deposits, in the majority of patients. Are there any complications with Mesotherapy treatments? Small bruises may appear on the treated areas, but as with any other bruises, they fade away in a few days to a week. Other recorded possible complications are infection, poor response to treatment, temporary pain, and/or temporary bumps at the sites of injection. More serious yet rare complications include infection and/or allergic reaction to medication. Almost all serious complications from Mesotherapy have occurred in either foreign countries or when the procedure was performed by non-physicians. How much does it cost? Much less expensive than liposuction, Mesotherapy is $250 per body area per treatment. Dr. Ruggiero will treat up to two body areas per treatment. He is available at our clinics in Linwood, NJ and Colorado Springs, CO. Please email or call for complete and up-to-date information. I am happy to discuss all the options with you, by calling (877) 511-1725 For more information, click HERE to request more information.
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