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Microneedling for Acne Scars: Optimizing Treatment for Superior Results
microneedlingMicroneedling 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 …
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Using Lasers & EBDs for Acne Scars in Patients with Skin of Color
acne scarsAt the 2023 Skin of Color Update conference in New York City, renowned expert Dr. Gilly Munavalli delved into the application of lasers and energy-based devices for treating acne scars, particularly focusing on patients with skin of color. Here, you can find a simplified overview of the key insights shared during the meeting for those who may have missed it. Dr. Munavalli shared that his practi …
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The Many Faces of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA)
frontal fibrosing alopeciaBefore concluding a patient with thinning edges has traction or androgenic alopecia, take a closer look at the scalp, face, and other hair bearing areas of the body to complete the picture. You might be missing signs and symptoms of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia. As seen in the images, FFA can have various presentation patterns on different skin tones and hair textures. Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia …
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The Many Faces of Psoriasis | Part 2
psoriasisDid you know that psoriasis doesn’t just present on the arms, legs, and trunk? It can also appear in non-conventional locations (aka “special site” psoriasis) including the scalp, face, and body folds (such as the axillary, inframammary, and inguinal fields, and intergluteal clefts). In the skin folds, psoriasis is also referred to as “inverse psoriasis.” In darker skin types, the areas …
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Skincare Mondays | Could a week-long beach vacation equal half a year’s sun exposure?
sun exposureCould a week-long beach vacation equal half a year’s sun exposure? Americans make more than 400 million visits to the beach every year.1 Studies show UV exposure during vacations makes up to 50% of an individual’s total annual UV exposure.2-6 High-solar-intensity beach settings put patients at risk of UV over-exposure that can lead to acute and chronic health consequences i …
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