Innovative Approaches to Melasma Treatment in Skin of Color
As dermatologists, we recognize that melasma is a persistent and often challenging condition that can deeply affect our patients' self-esteem, particularly in those with skin of color, who may face additional diagnostic and therapeutic complexities. Effectively managing this condition requires a nuanced approach, and we are fortunate to have experts like Dr. Seemal Desai, president of the AAD, fou …
As dermatologists, we recognize that melasma is a persistent and often challenging condition that can deeply affect our patients' self-esteem, particularly in those with skin of color, who may face additional diagnostic and therapeutic complexities. Effectively managing this condition requires a nuanced approach, and we are fortunate to have experts like Dr. Seemal Desai, president of the AAD, fou … Continue reading "Innovative Approaches to Melasma Treatment in Skin of Color"
At the 2024 Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium in Chicago, Dr. Pearl Grimes, a leading international authority on vitiligo and pigmentation disorders, delivered an insightful lecture on the best practice for using chemical peels, microneedling and PRP in dermatology. Dr. Grimes' presentation delved into the nuances of various peeling agents, their indications, and key considerations for the … 
Syringomas are benign neoplasms derived from eccrine sweat glands. Eruptive syringomas are a subtype of syringomas and are typically located on the chest, neck, and abdomen during puberty or childhood. Herein, JDD authors Jennifer Wang BA, Nyousha Yousefi MD, Edward Heilman MD FAAD FCAP, and Jared Jagdeo MD MS present a 20-year-old African American female with an atypical case of eruptive syringom … 
Chemical peels are a valuable yet underutilized treatment in dermatology, providing consistent clinical outcomes and high patient satisfaction at low overhead cost. During the 2024 Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium, Dr. Seaver Soon, a Mohs micrographic surgeon and cosmetic dermatologist from San Diego, shared his expertise on superficial and medium-depth chemical peels, highlighting their te … 
At 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 …