KYBELLA®is the first and only FDA-approved injectable drug that contours and improves the appearance of submental fullness, the so-called “double chin.” Submental fullness impacts a broad range of adults, including both women and men, and can be caused by aging, genetics and weight gain. Patients concerned about their submental fullness have not had many non-surgical…
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JUVEDERM VOLBELLA
JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® XC injectable gel is indicated for injection into the lips for lip augmentation and for correction of perioral rhytids in adults over the age of 21. Some women may wish to add subtle volume to their lips; others may want to soften the appearance of their vertical lip lines. Unwanted lines such as…
Dermal fillers ultimate guide new york
Dermal fillers are injectable substances that can restore volume to the face, earlobes, and hands and reshape and augment the lips, nose, and chin. Many women and men elect to have dermal fillers as a safe and effective option for facial rejuvenation. Before making the decision to seek fillers to address wrinkles, folds, and hollowness,…
WARTS
Warts are common, non-cancerous growths caused by an infection with human papilloma virus. There are several different types of wart and their appearance varies depending on their location. Plantar warts are located on the soles of your feet, while palmar warts grow on the palms of your hands. In both locations, these warts appear pushed…
VITILIGO
Vitiligo presents as symmetric milky, white patches, most commonly on the face, lips, hands, arms, legs and genitals. Half of those affected are under the age of 20, and 1 in 5 have affected family members. Vitiligo is believed to be an autoimmune process. Autoimmune disease develops when self attacks self. In the setting of…
TINEA VERSICOLOR
Tinea versicolor manifests itself clinically as small, scaly, white, pink or brown spots on the upper arms, chest, back, neck or face. The rash is most noticeable in the summer and on dark skinned patients because the causative organism prevents normal tanning of the skin. Tinea versicolor is caused by an overgrowth of yeast on…
TELANGIECTASIAS
Telangiectasias, or broken capillaries, are small linear vessels that may appear on the face, around the nose or the legs. They maybe part of an inherited condition, acquired later in life, or secondary to certain the use of medications like topical steroids. These lesions are generally harmless. Treatment is usually sought secondary to aesthetic concerns.…
WHY YOUR STRETCH MARKS ARE ITCHY?
Why Your Stretch Marks Are Itchy? Stretch marks are a common skin concern that can occur in both women and men. However, women are more prone to developing stretch marks and over 50 percent of female patients experience them during pregnancy. While some people embrace their stretch marks as tiger stripes, others are eager to…
SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA
After basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma is the second most common type of skin cancer. Middle aged or elderly fair skinned individuals who have significant sun damage are most affected by this form of skin cancer. Patients, who have undergone organ transplantation, have chronic ulcers, a smoking history, history of toxic exposures, and immunosuppression…