Harrison, New York
Non-Surgical Facelift in Harrison, NY
You notice it in photographs first -- the jawline that once held a clean angle now blurs into the neck, and the cheeks that framed your smile have lost their lift.
Sculptherapy at Dr. Marc L. Epstein MD Aesthetic Medicine & Cosmetic Injections is a proprietary non-surgical facelift that combines two of the longest-lasting rejuvenation treatments available today.
Dr. Epstein created this protocol to address the two root causes of facial aging -- volume loss and skin laxity -- in a single, coordinated treatment plan.
There is zero downtime, and results can last over two years.
About the Treatment
What Is Sculptherapy?
Dr. Epstein's Proprietary Non-Surgical Facelift
Sculptherapy is a proprietary combination treatment that pairs Sculptra Aesthetic collagen-stimulating injections with Ultherapy micro-focused ultrasound to lift, tighten, and volumize the face and neck without surgery or downtime.
Developed by Dr. Marc L. Epstein, this dual-action protocol addresses both structural volume depletion and skin laxity -- the two primary mechanisms behind visible facial aging.
Results develop gradually over two to three months and can last more than two years with minor maintenance.
The Dual-Action Mechanism
Most non-surgical treatments target only one dimension of aging. Fillers replace volume but cannot tighten loose skin. Skin-tightening devices lift tissue but cannot replenish lost volume.
Sculptherapy solves both problems simultaneously. Dr. Epstein sequences Sculptra Aesthetic injections to restore deflated volume in the cheeks, temples, and mid-face.
He then applies Ultherapy skin tightening to lift and firm the jawline, neck, and brow using focused ultrasound energy that penetrates to the foundational muscle layer.
Both treatments share a critical biological mechanism: collagen stimulation. Sculptra triggers new collagen growth at injection sites. Ultherapy triggers collagen remodeling in the deep tissue planes.
This collagen response is what produces the gradual, natural-looking improvement that patients describe as looking like themselves -- just more rested.
Treatment Areas
Treatment Areas and Aging Concerns
Jawline Definition and Neck Tightening
Loss of jawline angularity and loose neck skin are among the most common reasons patients seek facelift alternatives.
Ultherapy delivers micro-focused ultrasound along the jawline and under the chin, contracting tissue at the SMAS layer, the same deep foundation that surgeons manipulate during a traditional facelift.
Cheek Volume and Temple Hollowing
Sculptra Aesthetic restores volume to flattened cheeks and hollowed temples. Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers that add volume mechanically, Sculptra stimulates your body to produce new collagen at each injection site -- volumizing from within.
Brow Lifting and Hooded Eyes
Brow descent creates the heavy, hooded appearance that makes you look tired even when you are not. Ultherapy lifts the brow by tightening the tissue above the eyebrow, opening the eye area without surgery.
Marionette Lines and Nasolabial Folds
Deep creases from the nose to the mouth and from the mouth to the chin respond to Sculptra's volumizing action.
As new collagen develops at these sites, the folds soften from structural support rather than surface-level filling.
Neck Banding
Vertical bands on the neck result from platysma muscle separation and skin laxity. Dr. Epstein uses Ultherapy to tighten the skin overlying these bands, reducing their visible prominence.
Your Visit
What to Expect with Sculptherapy
The Treatment Protocol
Sculptherapy follows a structured sequence: two to three Sculptra Aesthetic sessions spaced several weeks apart, plus one Ultherapy session. Dr. Epstein designs the exact protocol based on your degree of volume loss and skin laxity.
Results Timeline
You will not see a sudden change on the day of treatment. That is by design.
Sculptherapy works by stimulating your body's collagen production. Visible improvement begins at approximately 90 days and continues building for up to six months.
This gradual progression means your friends notice you look refreshed -- but cannot pinpoint what changed.
Duration of Results
Sculptherapy results can last over two years with minor maintenance treatments. This longevity distinguishes the protocol from standard filler treatments, which typically require retreatment every 6 to 12 months.
Zero Downtime
There is no recovery period. Patients return to their normal routine immediately after each session. Dr. Epstein schedules appointments to fit your schedule with no need to plan time away from work or social commitments.
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Benefits of Sculptherapy
Two Treatments, One Coordinated Result
Finally -- a non-surgical approach that addresses both volume loss and skin laxity in a single treatment plan.
Dr. Epstein coordinates Sculptra and Ultherapy so each treatment amplifies the other, producing a comprehensive facelift effect without incisions.
Results That Last Over Two Years
Most non-surgical treatments require retreatment every six months. Sculptherapy leverages the long-lasting nature of both Sculptra and Ultherapy -- each produces results measured in years rather than months.
Collagen You Build Yourself
Both components of Sculptherapy stimulate your body's own collagen production. The volume and firmness you gain are biologically yours -- not synthetic material sitting beneath the skin.
This self-generated collagen is what gives Sculptherapy its natural appearance. The improvement develops at the pace your body creates tissue, avoiding the "overfilled" look that comes from injecting large volumes of material at once.
No Surgery, No Scars, No Downtime
Sculptherapy requires no incisions, no general anesthesia, and no recovery period. Dr. Epstein performs the entire protocol in-office during standard appointments.
Gradual, Undetectable Improvement
The two-to-three-month timeline means changes appear naturally. Patients consistently report that colleagues and friends comment they look rested and well -- without suspecting a cosmetic procedure.
Your Provider
Why Dr. Epstein Created Sculptherapy
Dr. Marc L. Epstein developed the Sculptherapy protocol after recognizing that neither volumizing injectables nor skin-tightening devices could achieve comprehensive facial rejuvenation alone.
His background -- 22 years as a Vascular Interventional Radiologist at the Miami Heart Institute followed by dedicated aesthetic medicine practice -- gave him the clinical depth to combine these technologies systematically.
As a Physician Representative for Ulthera, Dr. Epstein was among the earliest adopters of Ultherapy technology.
He understood its tissue-tightening capabilities at the SMAS layer and saw the opportunity to pair that lift with Sculptra's deep volumization.
Dr. Epstein personally performs every Sculptherapy treatment. He designs each protocol around the patient's individual anatomy -- assessing bone structure, fat pad distribution, skin elasticity, and specific aging concerns before recommending the treatment sequence.
This physician-led, artistry-driven approach is what separates Sculptherapy from generic "combination treatment" offerings. The protocol reflects decades of clinical experience refined into a repeatable system that delivers predictable, natural-looking rejuvenation.
Inside the Practice
The Art of Personalized Care
Treatment Comparison
Sculptherapy vs. Other Non-Surgical Options
Sculptherapy vs. Surgical Facelift
How does Sculptherapy compare to a traditional facelift?
| Feature | Sculptherapy | Surgical Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| Invasiveness | Non-surgical, no incisions | Surgical |
| Downtime | None | 2--4 weeks |
| Duration of Results | 2+ years | 5--10 years |
| Approach | Collagen building + skin tightening | Tissue repositioning + excision |
| Feature | Sculptherapy | Liquid Lift |
| --------- | ------------- | ------------- |
| Results Timeline | Gradual over 2--3 months | Immediate |
| Duration | 2+ years | 6--12 months |
| Approach | Long-term collagen building + skin tightening | Immediate volume + wrinkle relaxation |
Related Treatments
Related Treatments
Components of the Sculptherapy Protocol
- Ultherapy skin tightening -- the micro-focused ultrasound component that lifts and firms the jawline, neck, and brow
- Sculptra Aesthetic -- the collagen-stimulating injectable that restores volume to cheeks, temples, and mid-face
Complementary Options
- Liquid Lift -- an immediate-result injectable protocol using multiple fillers and neurotoxins in a single session
Dr. Marc L. Epstein MD Aesthetic Medicine & Cosmetic Injections offers Sculptherapy non-surgical facelift treatments for patients from Rye, Scarsdale, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Greenwich CT, White Plains, New Rochelle, Bronxville, and throughout Westchester County.
Our Harrison, NY office is the region's destination for this proprietary combination protocol. Patients travel from across the tri-state area for Dr. Epstein's physician-administered Sculptherapy expertise.
Schedule Your Sculptherapy
Consultation Today
Dr. Epstein personally evaluates every Sculptherapy candidate. Call 914-468-0828 or complete our contact form to schedule your complimentary consultation at our Harrison, NY office.
Location
Dr. Marc L. Epstein MD
600 Mamaroneck Ave, Suite 400
Harrison, NY 10528
Contact
P: 914-468-0828
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Serving
Harrison, Rye, Scarsdale, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, White Plains, New Rochelle, Bronxville, Greenwich CT