A Primer on Chemical Peels – Part II
In Part II of our primer, we’ll focus on technique and aftercare. In case you missed it, view Part I of the series where we covered the basics of chemical peels.
Anesthesia
Choice of anesthetic will likely depend on the depth of the peel and patient preference. Superficial peels will likely cause only minor burning and stinging and usually require no anesthetic. Topical anesthetics can …
In Part II of our primer, we’ll focus on technique and aftercare. In case you missed it, view Part I of the series where we covered the basics of chemical peels.
Anesthesia
Choice of anesthetic will likely depend on the depth of the peel and patient preference. Superficial peels will likely cause only minor burning and stinging and usually require no anesthetic. Topical anesthetics can … 
Do you ever field odd-ball questions from your patients and wonder where the information came from? The new "Patent Buzz" series addresses recent dermatology news from the consumer press and provides background on the conditions and treatments your patients may ask about at their next office visit.
Causes of Acne: An Expert Weighs In
Dryer sheets and acne may seem like an oddball combination, bu … 
Chemical peeling is one of the oldest resurfacing procedures used in dermatology, and it is still the most popular. Why the staying power? For reasons such as, ease of use, versatility, and low cost have helped maintain chemical peels as a cornerstone of the aesthetic repertoire. In this two-part primer, I’ll review the basics of chemical peels including agents used, techniques and potenti … 
Do your patients ever ask you about a dermatology treatment or concern that may seem off-the-wall?
Chances are they learned about that dermatology treatment or concern in the news. Want to know what your patients are reading about? Here are some recent news articles about dermatology in the consumer press:
Allure:
Carbonated water in beauty products
Ear pimples
How to … 
JDD Podcast Recap and Author Interview
There has been vast growth in the array of treatment options for psoriasis over the last two decades. Not surprisingly, the variety of new drugs for this chronic condition has resulted in substantial direct-to-consumer marketing. However, patients with psoriasis are still largely undertreated. This discrepancy is explored in the paper “Discordance Be …