Category: Tip of the Month

Hard to believe summer is coming to a close. As teens head back to school, establishing a consistent skincare routine is key to maintaining clear and healthy skin, especially with the increased stress ...

As summer moves on, it’s crucial to address the sun damage our skin is accumulating in these months. Extended sun exposure can lead to premature aging, hyperpigmentation, and even increase the ...

1. Choose Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen: Opt for a broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Look for a minimum SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of 30 for protection. 2. Apply Generously: ...

While sun protection is our main weapon against skin cancer, recent research offers another layer of defense: nicotinamide, a form of vitamin B3. Available as an oral supplement, nicotinamide, has shown ...

Winter can bring about a variety of skin challenges, with one common issue being “winter itch” or dry skin. Cold temperatures, low humidity, and indoor heating can strip your skin of its ...

Finger tip fissures, commonly known as cracked or split skin of the fingertips, can be both painful and cause functional impairment. Simple tasks such as grasping objects or buttoning a shirt may be ...

Dry skin is sometimes only a cosmetic issue, but many patients with dry skin complain of irritation and itching. Some develop cracks and fissures that can lead to skin infections. There is a common ...

A recently published New York Times article discusses the benefits of over the counter Retinol products for the skin. For those who have tried retinol containing products and would like to try something ...

We continue last month’s theme with a brief discussion of additional common itchy skin conditions that are prevalent this time of year. Bug bites: TICKS: Some may carry Lyme disease. It’s important ...

With summer’s warm weather, various irritating skin rashes occur with increase frequency. Five of the more common eruptions are noted below with brief suggestions on prevention and treatment. Tinea ...

Most men experience significant thinning of scalp hair by age 50 and two-thirds will notice hair loss by age 35. Women represent 40 percent of those with hair loss. In addition to the potential psychological ...

MAY IS SKIN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, over 5 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed each year making it the most common cancer in America. Fortunately, skin ...

Have you looked in mirror and thought that you appeared older than you feel? Many of the signs of aging are secondary to sun damage from ultraviolet rays that also cause skin cancer. While shielding ...

We’ve periodically reported on topics related to hair growth treatments including the use of low dose oral minoxidil, alopecia, and platelet rich plasma, PRP. Many patients ask about the purported ...

There is hope for improving surgical scars, biopsy scars, traumatic scars, hypertrophic scars, and keloidal scars! The redness and texture of most scars can be improved with laser treatments. At Dermatology ...

Many patients are interested in cosmetic procedures but have valid concerns about the results appearing overdone, or worse, grotesque. They may have friends or family who, as a result of too much cosmetic ...

We’ve had inquiries about the recent New York Times article, “An Old Medicine Grows New Hair for Pennies a Day, Doctors Say”. It explores the use of low dose minoxidil orally for the treatment ...

In our June newsletter, I described the origins of monkeypox, its clinical manifestations, and how it spreads. According to the CDC, on May 17, 2022, the United States confirmed the first monkeypox ...

Monkey pox is not a new disease, with several thousand cases reported each year in Africa. It was originally discovered in a colony of monkeys in 1958, but it likely originates in rodents. It spreads ...

Protecting your skin from the sun’s ultraviolet rays prevents skin cancer, yet many people like the look of tanned skin. In the past we’ve reported on the damage caused by tanning booths (February ...

The term “Alopecia” has been trending since Will Smith slapped Chris Rock in response to Mr. Rock’s comment about Jada PinkettSmith’s hair style at the recent Academy Awards Ceremony. ...

Chapped lips are common this time of year. Winter’s cooler, dryer weather and frequent lip licking are some of the causes that can aggravate this condition. Fortunately, applications of a lip ...

A recent study published in JAMA Dermatology from the Mayo Clinic and the University of Pennsylvania confirmed that sun-protective measures – including wearing sunscreen or long sleeves and staying ...

Acne vulgaris (acne) is a common skin condition seen primarily in adolescents and young adults. The condition affects hair follicles and their attached oil glands, and is seen primarily on the face, ...

Genetic hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) can be a very distressing condition, especially for young people. Many men benefit from taking Finasteride 1 mg daily for this condition. This medication was ...

Consuming natural sugar in the form of carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables, and grains supplies energy to our cells since these foods are digested slowly. These foods reduce our risk of many chronic ...

Our appearance, especially during childhood and adolescence, can significantly influence our confidence and self esteem. Acne can be painful physically and emotionally. The inflammation from this condition ...

Our recent abundant rainfall and fewer days with sunshine may tempt some people to use tanning beds or lamps. Unfortunately, use of these devices, like exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays, leads ...

Last month, we addressed rejuvenation of the aging lip and surrounding skin. If you aren’t pleased with the way your earrings look when you wear them, it could be that your earring holes have ...

Full, well-defined lips impart youth, vitality, and sexuality to the bearer. With age, lip volume decreases, and the lips may become flat and thin. The lips also tend to droop and creases may develop ...

In earlier newsletters, we’ve addressed prevention and treatment of sun damage. Many of our patient’s complain of color and textural changes of the neck and chest. Common manifestations include ...

In a previous post, we discussed sunscreen safety but did not address sunscreen efficacy.  A recent study of top-rated sunscreens sold on Amazon.com revealed that 40% of the 65 top-rated products ...

Summer travel may take you to areas where mosquitos are carriers of disease-inducing viruses including Zika, Dengue, or Chikungunya. To minimize the risk of mosquito bites, it’s important to choose ...

We’re often asked how much sunscreen should be applied to protect the skin from the damaging effects of ultraviolet (UV) exposure. To achieve the SPF (Sun Protection Factor which protects against ...

May is skin cancer awareness month.  In addition to periodic examinations by your dermatologist, monthly self skin exams can also pick up early signs of skin cancer. Our patient’s often comment ...

Hypertrichosis is excessive hair growth over and above the norm for the age, sex, and race of an individual, in contrast to hirsutism, which is excess hair growth in women and children following a ...

It’s been said that beauty emanates from the inside so it’s not surprising that the foods we eat affect our health and the appearance of our skin. The signs of aging skin are influenced ...

Good news for everyone who put “more exercise” on their new year’s resolution list. While we have long known about the salutary effects of exercise, there is now compelling evidence that ...

Thin skin with brown spots, less elasticity, and loss of underlying fat are characteristic features seen with the passage of time. Causative factors include long-term ultraviolet exposure from the sun, ...

Many patients who are interested in improving age-related changes of the face ask for filler treatments for specific lines such as those that extend from the nose to the angles of the mouth (nasolabial) ...

In previous blog posts, we’ve stressed the importance of protecting your skin from the sun’s ultraviolet rays to minimize skin cancer risk. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends monthly ...

Many of our male patients comment that the cosmetic marketing brochures in our office are almost exclusively directed toward women. While the majority of cosmetic procedures are performed on women and ...

In addition to softening wrinkles, Botox is used to treat a variety of medical conditions including severe spasms in the neck, uncontrolled eyelid spasms, migraine headaches, excess sweating, and ...

It’s estimated that toenail fungus, aka, onychomycosis, affects 15% of the adult population. While this condition commonly causes cosmetic embarrassment, it may also be associated with pain and secondary ...

A recent evaluation of data of Swedish Men who used erectile dysfunction (ED) medications such as sildenafil (Viagra, Pfizer Inc), vardenafil (Levitra, Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals), and tadalafil ...

Summer officially arrives later this month accompanied by longer days and increased ultraviolet exposure. For those who spend a lot of time indoors and/or have a history of skin cancer, several oral ...

The importance of early detection of skin cancer cannot be over-emphasized. This is particularly critical with melanoma, the most serious skin cancer. In this regard, regular skin exams by your dermatologist ...

“Hey Doc- My Vitamin D level is low. Should I get a little sun exposure?” This is a question we are often asked and the short answer is “No”! Vitamin D is essentially for bone ...

The association of obesity with cardiovascular disease, stroke, and diabetes is well documented. Excess body weight is also associated with an increased incidence of certain dermatologic conditions ...

We’ve known for years that exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet radiation (UV) increases a person’s risk of developing skin cancer. We are often asked about the safety of using tanning beds or lamps. ...