The Inside Press

SERVICES OFFERED: Conveniently located in the center of town across from Starbucks, Dr. John Vargas, a cosmetic, family and implant dentist, is happy to offer free smile consultations. Dr. Vargas’s expertise ranges from porcelain veneers, dental implants, crowns to bridges. Dr. Vargas can correct a wide variety of cosmetic dental problems. He utilizes Invisalign a metal free solution to get that straighter smile quicker! Call his office for a free consultation. Additionally,If you want to get that bright white smile in one visit, Dr. Vargas uses the Zoom whitening system. There is also a Zoom Take- Home Treatment which allows patients to do the whitening procedure in the comfort of their own home, if desired. New patients at Chappaqua Smiles are invited in to meet Dr. Vargas, tour his state-of-the-art digital examination rooms, and get to know Dr. Vargas’s friendly personality and staff. At Chappaqua Smiles, it’s important that patients feel at home and confident that they’re in good hands. Visit his website to see his “Smiles Gallery” to see amazing before and after photos!

GREATEST STRENGTHS: After watching his parents run three medical practices growing up, Dr. Vargas learned the importance of one-on-one time with patients. He takes great pride in seeing one patient at a time, and he considers oral health an essential part of overall
health. His website is chock full of great tips for preventative dental care and a helpful checklist for parents with suggestions regarding children’s oral care.

BACKGROUND: Dr. Vargas has practiced in Washing- ton, DC, Boston and New York. He also was a clinical instructor at the University of Maryland, College of Dental Surgery where he had the opportunity to educate the next generation of dentists. When he’s not at the office, Dr. Vargas is chasing around his 2-year-old for a diaper change, taking his shepherd/beagle mix dog, Jitterbug, for a walk, or enjoying going to various restaurants in Westchester with his wife. A recent favorite: The Cookery in Dobbs Ferry.

By Lisa Ballou

Choose from a fabulous array of services at the new, friendly and comfortable Bedford Hills Spa

It may be new to the scene, but Bellava Spa certainly feels well established. Owner and Entrepreneur Erica Breining has not missed a beat. From the Frette robes (they give you to wear during your treatment) and high-end unique products to a wide range of spa and medical services, Bellava MedAesthetics & Spa is the perfect marriage of a doctor’s office and a spa.

“At Bellava, we are passionate about beauty and wellness and take pride in offering each client attentive, highly individualized treatment, no matter what service they’re seeking,” said owner Erica Breining, a young entrepreneur who already owns a successful luxury handbag business. “So whether you’re seeking the safest, most effective laser liposuction procedure or a revitalizing body wrap, expect to feel pampered and relaxed.”

Bellava’s aestheticians and massage therapist provide traditional spa services including facials, massage, body treatments, and makeup services. On the medical side, Breining contracts with Dr. James Lyons, a plastic surgeon who has 30-plus years in cosmetic medicine. He is also the author of “The Brown Fat Revolution” and “Lose The Fat, Lose The Years,” and a nationally recognized expert on anti-aging, diet and exercise. He specializes in the non-surgical procedure SlimLipo™, the revolutionary body sculpting technology that permanently removes fat and tightens targeted body parts.

Other medical treatments performed at Bellava include laser hair removal, botox, fillers, laser skin resurfacing, Hydrafacial™ by Edge Systems, and vein removal. The spa also carries quality skin care lines such as Obagi and Revaleskin.

I decided to give their laser hair removal a try. Anne, my lovely and extremely knowledgeable aesthetician explained to me that the laser they use–the Palomar Icon™ is the most effective laser hair removal system on the market. I was game. As she started zapping, I definitely started squirming, but Anne was so swift and experienced, it was over in no time. I will definitely go back to complete the six sessions required for permanent hair removal (they are currently having a half-off promotion on this package).

Bellava’s spacious 3,000 square-feet setting was designed by a local architect and features a chic interior created by a Manhattan designer with high-modern furnishing by Jonathan Adler, Eames and Phillipe Starck.

“Our philosophy rests on what we call the essence of beauty, where inner and outer beauty are naturally linked. All of our premier cosmetic medical and aesthetic beauty and spa treatments have been carefully chosen to yield real and lasting results,” explains Breining. “Our goal is for Bellava to be an incomparable, standout experience that attracts people from all over the county.”

I think she’s definitely on to something.

Bellava MedAesthetics & Spa is open Monday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is closed Wednesdays and Sundays. For more information, call 914-864-2140 or visit www.bellavaspa.com.

Freelance writer Lisa Ballou wrote the story about the Chappaqua Volunteer Ambulance Youth Corp. for this issue.

Services:  We offer in-home music lessons for all ages, levels and instruments. Our instructors are all degreed professionals working in the music industry. While not the traditional school, Andante ensures the school experience by holding annual contests, recitals, and master classes. This year our practice contest winners enjoyed a show at Westchester Broadway Dinner Theatre!

 Greatest Strengths: Andante Music caters to the needs of a busy lifestyle. Instead of having to drive to a location, then sit in a waiting room (or try to run errands in 30 minutes while your child takes a lesson–impossible!), you and your child are both in the comfort of your own home. We have parents who get dinner started or help brother/sister with homework all while the lesson is taking place.

Special Plans: The Spring Recital is just around the corner! This is our largest annual event where students of all levels showcase their talents and progress. Andante Music always appears at several street fairs throughout the summer, providing music and doing fun give-aways at the tent. Check the website for more info. about these events.

Andante Music
PROPRIETOR:
Alicia Mott
IN BUSINESS SINCE: 2009
www.andantemusicny.com

PRODUCTS AND SERVICES: The spa’s Hydrafacial was voted “Best Facial” in Westchester Magazine’s 2009 Best Of Westchester issue. In addition to customized facials, massages and body treatment, Emmary offers full body waxing, using an all natural soy hair remover. The spa also offers the extremely effective and gentle line Dermalogica, Naturopathica, their all natural and organic line, as well as their next addition Jan Marini.

GREATEST STRENGTHS: “Our friendly and relaxing
atmosphere, and highly experienced technicians and therapists will make you look and feel your very best.”

SPECIAL PLANS: Get ready for spring and summer with a deep pore cleansing Hydrafacial or their skin firming Microcurrent at 15% off for your first visit. Start the summer glow early with their amazing natural looking spray tan. Call to schedule an appointment.

Emmary Day Spa
PROPRIETORS:
Susan Beirne and Nancy Toland
IN BUSINESS SINCE:
April 2008
emmarydayspa.com