A new prescription medication, Cosentyx (also known as secukinumab), has been passed by the FDA for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. Psoriasis is an immune-mediated disorder that has a number of manifestations on the skin and in the body. “Plaque Psoriasis is the most common form of psoriasis, that presents with pink, scaly plaques on the knees, elbows, scalp, Continue reading
Accutane (isotretinoin) leads to a significant clearing and improvement of acne breakouts in a majority of patients. However, this medication has also been associated with some side effects that can directly effect how well a course of treatment is tolerated. Here is little more insight on what to expect while on Accutane therapy. What Common Side Effects Can Occur While Continue reading
Less common than basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common form of skin cancer in the United States. This condition more often becomes life threatening than BCC, although the likelihood of fatality remains low. One way to help ensure your health and safety is to receive routine skin cancer screenings from a qualified physician. Our Continue reading
Dehiscence refers to the unplanned or spontaneous opening of a surgical wound after it has been closed with sutures or other methods. Although it is a rare complication after skin surgery, dehiscence has been noted to occur for a number of reasons. Why Can Dehiscence Happen? A healing wound, especially early in the post-operative period, is not as strong as Continue reading
So you undergone your ViPeel treatment… What now? Whether it was for acne, melasma, dark spots or skin rejuvenation, we are going to walk you through the process that is required after your ViPeel, as well as offer a few more answers about what (and what not) to do in this post procedure period! How Do I Use The Post-procedure Kit? Continue reading
