Superficial Chemical Peels | Expert Pearls
chemical peelChemical peels are the third most commonly performed noninvasive cosmetic procedure in the United States, with over 1 million peels performed annually. Peels can treat a variety of skin conditions including acne, conditions of hyperpigmentation, and skin irregularities from chronic sun damage.  Multiple peels on a repeated basis are usually necessary to obtain optimal results. The frequency of …
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Pop Quiz #161
The correct answer is D. Gorlin Syndrome.  The image shows a basal cell carcinoma. One genodermatosis associated with numerous BCCs is Gorlin syndrome/basal cell nevus syndrome. It is due to a mutation in PTCH gene. Patients with Gorlin Syndrome can display – Odontogenic keratocysts of the jaw, palmoplantar pits, calcification of the falx cerebri, and skeletal abnormalities. In addition …
Jawline Sculpting Tips & Tricks with Dr. Robyn Siperstein
JAWLINE SCULPTINGInStyle recently wrote an article about Kybella for jawline sculpting. What are the best tools for shaping the jawline and who makes a good candidate? For top tips on jawline sculpting, I reached out to Robyn Siperstein, MD, cosmetic dermatologist in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach, Florida. What tools do you use -- including Kybella -- for jawline sculpting?  How do you know which tool to …
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Hydroquinone Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
hydroquinoneHydroquinone is the most commonly used depigmentation agent and is a first-line treatment for melasma.1Hydroquinone was available previously in over-the-counter products and is currently available in prescription formulations with common concentration ranges of 0.4 to 5%. Prescription strengths available in the United States include hydroquinone 2% and 4% cream and hydroquinone 2% gel.2,3 In Septe …
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Combining Lasers & Treatments for Acne Scars in Patients with Skin of Color
acne scarAcne scarring affects many of our acne patients and can lead to a great impact on quality of life and self-esteem. Treating acne scars aggressively in skin of color patients can be challenging, given the risk of side effects associated with different procedures. In her lecture entitled: Combining Lasers & Treatments for Acne Scars in Patients with Skin of Color – This is How I Do It, Dr. DiA …
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