Hair loss is a common problem that affects a large percentage of men. Women can also notice persistent, diffuse thinning of their hair that allows their scalp to show. Regardless of gender or age, hair loss can be a frustrating problem. Interestingly, research is showing that the key to hair growth may be held by… Read More »
It is not uncommon for spots to appear on the skin as a person ages. These have been called sun spots, age spots, and liver spots. By any name, they are a frustrating problem. For some, spots can present significant concerns due to the potential that they could indicate skin cancer. Fortunately, most discolored patches… Read More »
Skin cancer represents one of the most common cancers seen in America today. The term skin cancer is used to describe the three top varieties that tend to occur. These include squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Although melanoma is the rarest of the three, this type of skin cancer is responsible for… Read More »
Summer is here and many people are making up for what they missed last year. If you are heading out to the shore, the pool, or even a backyard barbeque or two, your chances of sustaining sun damage are elevated. Here, we want to circle back to the basics about sun exposure and how to… Read More »
A person’s hair directly contributes to appearance. Therefore, it directly affects the level of self-esteem a person feels on a day to day basis. Men with pattern hair loss may wish to wear hats whenever possible. Women with diffuse or pattern hair loss may feel frustrated and hopeless when it comes to styling. These daily… Read More »
Botox is a leading cosmetic treatment among adults of all ages. This injectable, FDA-approved drug does more than smooth wrinkles like crow’s feet and worry lines. It is also administered to temporarily stop excessive sweating and raise drooping eyebrows to restore symmetry and openness at the top of the face. Getting Botox is so common… Read More »
Facial aging is unavoidable. However, scientific research has helped doctors and estheticians understand the various factors that influence how quickly and how severely aging occurs. This knowledge allows us to provide the utmost care to every patient, recommending services that address their concerns while basing those services on their unique aging process. Here, we discuss… Read More »
It is not uncommon to have a tattoo or several. It is also not uncommon for a person to ultimately wish they had made a different choice. If you have a tattoo that no longer fits your personality or image, you may want to change it or restore your skin to an ink-free state. In… Read More »
Mohs micrographic surgery has become the gold standard in skin cancer removal. This technique is preferred by many patients who require treatment for basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma. One reason is that this process, though it takes longer than standard excision, confirms full cancer removal during a single office visit. During Mohs, the… Read More »
Botox has been a household name for over a decade. This cosmetic injectable, the first of its kind, gained FDA-approval in 2002. Since that time, its use has expanded from treating permanent frown lines to preventing their early onset, as well as the worsening of other dynamic lines and creases. Because Botox is so widely… Read More »
