Sun spots or solar lentigos are light brown to tan spots that appear on the skin over time and are usually from sun exposure. The most common body areas affected are the sun exposed areas of the face, shoulders, arms, and hands. Sun spots are usually benign (not cancerous) growths. However, rarely a skin cancer could develop in one of these lesions. Concerning signs for skin cancer development would be any lesion that is symptomatic (itching, painful, ...
Dry skin (also called xerosis) is a very common, benign condition of the skin. There can be many different causes for dry skin including internal or genetic causes and external or environmental factors. Several of the environment factors that can cause dry skin include normal aging, dry climates, or excessive exposure to water. Excess water exposure can occur during household work or different occupational exposures that may require you to immerse your...
SculpSure is a breakthrough device for the reduction of stubborn fat in problem areas like the abdomen or love handles. SculpSure helps patients achieve a slimmer appearance without surgery or downtime.
Even with diet and exercise, most people have areas of stubborn fat that seem impossible to get rid of. SculpSure can help patients of all skin types achieve the results they are looking for with a non-invasive treatment that fits into their busy life...
How Does the Icon Fractional Laser Treatment Work?
The Icon Laser Scar Treatment uses a fractional erbium laser. It’s non-ablative, meaning it doesn’t cut the skin. This laser generates columns of heat that go under the deep dermis to cause inflammation. As a result of the inflammation, the remaining tissue produces collagen and elastin which work to heal the skin. These fibers also tighten the area. For acne scar tissue, healthier and tighter skin...
What is an Autoimmune Disorder?
Autoimmune conditions occur when the body incorrectly identifies something not native to the body and creates an immune response to reject it. When the immune system works right, it keeps you healthy by fighting off intruding unhealthy organisms and even cancerous cells. But with autoimmune conditions, the body revs up your immune system to fight against its own cells, which causes a multitude of problems.
Autoimmune d...
What is Sculptra?
Sculptra Aesthetic may seem like just another dermal filler to decrease fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth and chin, but it helps to stimulate the production of collagen. Using poly-L-lactic acid, Sculptra Aesthetic addresses issues deep within the dermis as opposed to topically and aids in the restoration the skin’s inner foundation and volume.
While the results of other dermal fillers are more immediate, the results of S...
What is Scar Revision?
A scar by definition is a permanent change in skin consistency. While a scar, unfortunately, cannot be removed and is forever, we can improve its appearance with scar revision surgery.
People often want to get rid of a scar because they’re self-conscious of the way it looks. For others, scars are painful, itchy, and impair functionality. However, even with discomfort, insurance doesn’t typically cover scar removal.
With scar ...
What is Body Contouring?
Body contouring, a general term for several elective cosmetic procedures, improves the contour of the body by heating, freezing, or applying energy to targeted areas. Using non-invasive devices, we can remove fat, tone muscle, and tighten the skin to enhance the overall body contour appearance.
Where on the Body is Body Contouring Used?
Patients opt for non surgical body contouring when they want to reshape an area of the body,...
What is Cosmetic Surgery?
Cosmetic surgery refers to using surgical methods (i.e., cutting) to enhance the appearance or correct a defect. Because it isn’t deemed medically necessary, it is not covered by insurance.
People opt for different types of cosmetic surgery when issues bother them symptomatically, functionally, and/or socially. Due to the variety of options, it’s best to consult with a dermatologist to determine the right treatment pla...
What is ThermiSmooth?
ThermiSmooth is a treatment for remodeling the collagen in the skin to create a smoother surface, shrink the appearance of pores, and diminish fine lines. Using a device that emits radio-frequency energy, we apply heat externally to stimulate collagen regeneration. When collagen is heated to the proper temperature, it stimulates injury with subsequent remodeling and healing resulting in a cosmetic benefit.
Radio-frequency is an el...