Skin cancer is a type of cancer that affects the skin cells, and can occur due to exposure to UV rays or other factors. The good news is that skin cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer and can be treated successfully if detected early. However, it’s important to know where skin cancer is most commonly found Continue reading
Acne is a common skin condition among teenagers. It affects up to 50 million Americans annually and can have a detrimental psychological impact on teens’ daily lives. Fortunately, resources and information are abundant and readily available to us. But, it’s also important to decipher what’s legitimate information and what’s a marketing scheme. Here are 5 tips that I wished I Continue reading
Collagen is an essential element of your skin, a fibrous protein that keeps it smooth and youthful-looking by providing its internal structure. But your body produces less collagen as you age, resulting in decreased volume, creases, folds in the skin. Sculptra® Aesthetic is a dermal filler that gradually corrects wrinkles by boosting collagen production and refining your skin. Sculptra®, FDA-approved Continue reading
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that has many different treatment options depending upon the severity and whether there is associated joint inflammation (psoriatic arthritis). It can present on the skin as dry skin, a rash, and/or thickness or flakiness of the skin. There are quite a few options that are available to treat this condition, with newer options Continue reading
Cellulite is the appearance of fat pushing on fibrous bands beneath the skin which then gives the appearance of dimpled skin. While both men and women can have cellulite, the phenomenon is more common for females. What Causes Cellulite? The exact cause of cellulite is unknown, but medical science has a number of theories. “One idea is that a combination Continue reading
Back acne, also known as “bacne”, can be annoying and, at times, painful. If you are experiencing back break-outs, you are not alone. Back acne is a common problem among teenagers and adults alike. Luckily, there are ways to treat this pesky problem. 1. Exfoliate regularly “Exfoliating is one good way to prevent back acne,” shares Dr. Jennifer Vickers, a Continue reading
Cellulite is a skin issue that affects nearly all women, and some men, too. While the severity and appearance vary between individuals, the underlying cause is the same – thin bands of tissue are pulling down on the skin from within, causing dimpling and surface changes. Unfortunately, few effective treatment options exist for cellulite, and those that are available are Continue reading
When you are diagnosed with scabies, it’s distressing to think that you have tiny mites on your skin! But absolutely anyone can get scabies. Fortunately, the condition is easy to cure, so scabies typically only causes temporary discomfort. What Is Scabies? “Scabies is a skin infection caused by infestation with the Sarcoptes mite,” shares Melanie Pickett, board-certified dermatologist at Sanova Dermatology Continue reading
What to Expect CoolSculpting is a cutting edge, non-invasive procedure that enhances an individual’s appearance by eliminating stubborn fat cells and revealing muscle tone. Your scheduled appointment is an outpatient procedure that takes about one hour per targeted area. During the procedure, the patient experiences a cold sensation from the gel pad and a suction piece is placed over the Continue reading
What causes psoriasis? Psoriasis is actually far more than a simple skin condition, it is actually an autoimmune disease. In the case of psoriasis the body’s immune system is overactive and overproduces cells.There are many different types of autoimmune diseases, with psoriasis being the most common of them. What Are The Symptoms Of Psoriasis? “Psoriasis is characterized by an abnormal growth of Continue reading
