An Update on Laser and Device Based Treatment of Scars
I absorbed Dr. Paul Friedman’s lecture on Laser and Device Based Treatment of Scars at the Skin of Color Update (brain: “Don’t’ say it. Don’t say it. Don’t say it. Don’t say it”)…with laser focus.
Sorry.
But in all seriousness, his lecture was one that I anticipated with particular eagerness, among all of the fantastic lectures that comprised the weekend, for reasons both p …
I absorbed Dr. Paul Friedman’s lecture on Laser and Device Based Treatment of Scars at the Skin of Color Update (brain: “Don’t’ say it. Don’t say it. Don’t say it. Don’t say it”)…with laser focus.
Sorry.
But in all seriousness, his lecture was one that I anticipated with particular eagerness, among all of the fantastic lectures that comprised the weekend, for reasons both p … Continue reading "An Update on Laser and Device Based Treatment of Scars"
Below are the issue highlights and editor picks for the November issue of JDD!
This month's Special Topic: Lasers, Light Sources, and Devices.
Microablative fractional resurfacing with the DOT laser enables treatment with short post-procedure recovery time and very low incidence of AE’s in The Safety of Laser Skin Resurfacing With the Microablative Carbon Dioxide Laser and Review of the … 
Microneedling has emerged as a highly effective, minimally invasive technique for treating acne scars, revitalizing its status in dermatology through recent innovations. Unlike more aggressive treatments like laser resurfacing and deep chemical peels, microneedling offers significant advantages, particularly in terms of faster recovery (typically 2-3 days) and reduced risk of complications, even f … 
Hyaluronic acid filler is an effective and long-lasting treatment for acne scars, according to Dr. Robyn Siperstein, a dermatologist in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach, Fla. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, interviewed Dr. Siperstein, who says research shows HA filler can last as long as 10 years after injection. Watch as she outlines why … 
ABSTRACT
Dyschromia is a concern for many patients, especially persons of color. Postinflammatory hypopigmentation and depigmentation can affect all skin types; however, it is more apparent in those with darker skin. Some members of the dermatology community may not comprehensively understand the mechanisms of these reactions and the extent of the psychosocial effect they have on persons of color … 