When the shape is fine and the skin is not
Some people come to a MedSpa wanting nothing added. Their cheeks and lips are where they like them; what bothers them is the skin itself, which looks flatter, rougher or thinner than it used to. Montville MedSpa & Pain Center has three treatments aimed squarely at that, and each one works in a different way.
Three ways to improve the skin itself
- SKINVIVE by Juvéderm. Hyaluronic acid, with lidocaine, placed as tiny droplets just under the surface of the cheeks. It brings smoothness and a healthy-looking glow, not volume. The FDA approved it in 2023 for smoother cheek skin in adults over 21, and the manufacturer reports results lasting up to six months with an optional touch-up.
- Hyperdilute Radiesse. Calcium hydroxylapatite microspheres thinned with saline and spread in a fine layer, where they prompt your body to build new collagen and elastin. The change comes on gradually as that collagen forms. In April 2026 the FDA approved it, diluted 1:2, for wrinkles of the chest in adults 22 and older; the manufacturer reports results that can last up to two years.
- PRX. No needles at all. A gel of trichloroacetic acid, hydrogen peroxide and kojic acid is massaged into the skin and works beneath the surface, so most people see little or no visible peeling. It is used for dull skin, rough texture, fine lines and uneven tone.
How to tell which one fits
Think about what you notice first in the mirror. A cheek that has lost its smoothness points towards SKINVIVE. Skin that has gone crepey, on the face or on the chest, is the territory of hyperdilute Radiesse. A surface that simply looks tired and uneven, with no wish for an injection, is where PRX comes in. Many plans combine more than one, and a consultation is where that is decided.
Afterwards
With either injectable, most people return to their day straight away; redness, swelling, tenderness or bruising where it was placed can occur and passes. SKINVIVE can also leave small bumps for a while. After PRX the skin may look a little pink for a short time, and gentle cleansing, moisturiser and careful sun protection are part of the aftercare.
Who does the work
The injectables are given by the team led by Dr. Donna D’Alessio, MD, board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, which includes nurse practitioners Amy Natalicchio and Tanya Santoro. PRX is carried out by the practice’s trained aesthetic team.
From the borough
Rockaway borders Denville and Rockaway Township. Pick up I-80 eastbound at Exit 37, then I-287 northbound, and leave at Main Road in Towaco. About 20 minutes without traffic, over roughly 14 miles.
Rockaway clients ask
Is SKINVIVE a filler? It is hyaluronic acid, but it is placed to improve the skin’s smoothness, not to add volume or change shape.
Will I peel after PRX? Most people see little or no peeling.
Can I come after work? On Tuesdays, until 7 pm.
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