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Your Noses Knows!

By Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology

NON-SURGICAL NOSE JOB The Non-Surgical Nose Job is an especially exciting procedure. Nasal defects can be fixed, bumps smoothed, indentations filled, the shape of the nose changed, and the tip raised. Now, the painful recovery process associated with contouring surgery

Are You Using Retinoids The Right Way?

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4 Tips to Use Retinoids the Right Way Can’t tolerate your retinoid? You’re not alone. I prescribe a lot of retinoids because they work. Originally intended to treat acne, we now know that retinoids are an effective anti-aging treatment as

SCLEROTHERAPY FOR SPIDER VEINS

By Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology

Spider veins and Varicose veins are quite disconcerting for women and men as many feel they must alter the way they dress to hide them. Not only are they unsightly but, more generally, they portend the many changes of aging.

Chocolate is proven to boost your beauty.

By Posted in Beauty

Halloween is over, but the Chocolates are still around! Chocolate LOVER, rejoice! Chocolate is proven to boost your beauty. Eating for beauty doesn’t mean your sentences to a lifetime of salads. Indulge in the ultimate treat chocolate and reap some

Dealing with Competitors!

By Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology

Dermatologists deal with cosmetic competition It’s complicated Many non-core competitors have only a weekend injectables course under their belts. Dermatologists have more expertise in how to do these procedures, because they’ve done more. Unqualified injectors are more likely than core

Summertime Rash

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Can a summertime rash that looks like insect bites be something else? Shingles (Herpes Zoster) can look like summer insect bites. There is a condition commonly known as Shingles, which is medically known as Herpes Zoster. This is not related

Are Skin Tags Dangerous?

By Posted in Dermatology

Are Skin Tags Dangerous? A skin tag is a benign growth of skin cells. They tend to form in areas where the skin creases such as your neck, breasts, armpits, and groin area. Although close to half the population has

THE ‘BRO-ZILIAN’ AND A CLEAN ‘CRACK, BACK AND SACK’

By Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology

“The first thing men think about before they go on vacation is getting their back hair removed,” says Dr. Kopelson. More prevalent than ever (the Robin Williams look is yesterday’s news), waxing for guys can be found at many locales.

Make sure you see the words “broad spectrum.”

By Posted in Anti-Aging, Cosmetic Dermatology, Dermatology, Skin Care

Thanks to label changes, you can now tell whether a sunscreen can help prevent skin cancer, premature skin aging, and sunburn — or just sunburn.  To select a sunscreen that can protect against skin cancer, premature skin aging, and sunburn,

The Top Five Questions To Ask Your Dermatologist

By Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology, Dermatology, Skin Care

Choosing a doctor is not easy. You want to find someone that is an expert in their field and who you are comfortable with.  After all, you only have one body and you want to get the best care. Our

Who Should Be Performing Your Cosmetic Treatments?

By Posted in Anti-Aging, Cosmetic Dermatology, Medical Dermatology, Skin Care

Most people hear the word dermatologist and think they only treat skin conditions or diseases.  Today, we realize that is not the case.  Dermatologists have the education, expertise and experience to safely and effectively reduce the signs of aging. The

Beauty Treatments vs. Medical Procedures

By Posted in Beauty, Cosmetic Dermatology, Skin Care

When it comes to any beauty procedure, you need to make sure you do your research.  There are numerous places that offer cosmetic procedures, including medspas.  There can be a fine line between a beauty treatment and medical procedure and