Topical hydroquinone has been used for over 50 years to lighten dark areas on the skin such as age spots and melasma. “In some senses, Hydroquinine has become a standard for treating acne scars, hyperpigmentation and dyspigmentation on the skin,” says Dr. Miriam Hanson, board certified dermatologist and cosmetic skin care expert in Austin, Texas. “Whether used alone or in Continue reading
Kybella, or deoxycholic acid, is a new fat-dissolving, injectable drug used to treat double chin. “Kybella was introduced in the United States this past summer,” says Dr. Adam Mamelak, board certified dermatologist and cosmetic specialist in Austin, Texas. Currently, the gold standard for this procedure is liposuction. Will this new trend stand the test of time and replace liposuction as Continue reading
Dermatology patients and skin care aficionados are always looking for natural approaches to treat their skin ailments and woes. Tea Tree Oil has been reported to offer the skin an array of benefits, from wound care to ring worm treatments, even acne remedies. But what do we truly know about this skin save all? “As with many natural remedies, Tea Continue reading
A diagnosis of cancer almost immediately leads patients to wonder about their prognosis, long term health and well being. “While the majority of skin tumors we treat, such as basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, are local phenomena and don’t impact the body beyond the skin, there are a number of instances when skin cancer can spread,” says Dr. Continue reading
Psoriasis patients across the country have search for relief for their skin and joint ailments for years. As new drugs appear on the market, more individuals confront the effects of this disease on their physical and psychological well being and reach out for hopes of relief. HUMIRA (Adalimumab) has shown great promise in addressing multiple symptoms – so what is HUMIRA, Continue reading
Emily Johnston P.A.-C joined Sanova Dermatology in August, and she brought with her an abundance of knowledge, talent, and compassion. With over 7 years of experience with Dermatology, she excels in both general and cosmetic dermatology. Her patients offer an endless stream of compliments for her, and we are following suit! We are so lucky to have Emily as a Continue reading
