JDD December Issue Highlights and Editor Picks
Below are the issue highlights and Editor Picks for the December issue of JDD!
JDD CONTINUING EDUCATION SUPPLEMENT: Issues and Considerations for Optimal Outcomes in Acne Management describes the role of retinoids in the management of acne and treatment and prevention strategies for hypertrophic and atrophic acne scarring in all skin types and identifies patient-specific issues impacting effe …
Below are the issue highlights and Editor Picks for the December issue of JDD!
JDD CONTINUING EDUCATION SUPPLEMENT: Issues and Considerations for Optimal Outcomes in Acne Management describes the role of retinoids in the management of acne and treatment and prevention strategies for hypertrophic and atrophic acne scarring in all skin types and identifies patient-specific issues impacting effe … Continue reading "JDD December Issue Highlights and Editor Picks"
Introduction
Dermoscopy, also known as epiluminescence microscopy, epiluminoscopy or skin surface microscopy, is a noninvasive technique for examination of skin by using a high quality magnifying lens and powerful lighting system to visualize the skin (Figure 1). Although dermoscopy was initially used for the study of mainly pigmented lesions, in the past several years its utility in non-pigmen … 
What are the nail findings in this condition?
A.) Red-white longitudinal bands and v-shaped distal nicks
B.) Oil spots and onycholysis
C.) Clubbing
D.) Dolichonychia
E.) Trachyonychia
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In my previous articles, I’ve addressed reasons for working with the media as a means of promoting your dermatology practice, when you should consider hiring a media relations agency, and what media relations tactics you can do yourself.
If you’ve decided you want to try working with the media directly, here are six steps to getting started:
1. Build your media list.
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The Expert Weighs In
In a recent interview on Good Morning America, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe mentioned hyaluronic acid (HA) supplements as a possible treatment to moisturize dry skin. Since Dr. Bowe said research on these supplements is preliminary, how should you respond if a patient asks about the benefits of an oral hyaluronic acid?
For an expert opinion, I consulted W …