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Freckles are brown spots that commonly occur in sun-exposed areas on the skin that are harmless. As one gets sun exposure, the spots darken. When one avoids the sun or UV exposure, the spots lighten. The face is the most common area affected, but the arms and legs are common...

No one likes the look of dark circles under their eyes, which can make one look tired. Unfortunately, treatment of this common complaint can be difficult as several factors play a role in their appearance.  What causes dark circles under the eyes Genetics. This is the most...

The new Trusculpt iD technology from Cutera damages fat cells (adiposites) using heat. This technology has a higher patient satisfaction rate when compared to “fat freezing” technology and also tightens the skin, a claim that cannot be made with “fat...

According to a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, patients who were treated with Mohs’ Micrographic Surgery had a higher 5-year survival rate than those treated with excision. Despite this, many insurance carriers do not view Mohs’...

Revance Therapeutics Inc. said that an experimental drug RT002 [injectable daxibotulinumtoxinA] can smooth wrinkles for longer than Allergan’s Botox, according to the results of late-stage studies. The release date of this drug is not reported as it is still under investigation.

According to a report in the New York Times (5/14, Pollack, Subscription Publication), people who are prone to getting basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma who take an inexpensive vitamin can reduce their chance of getting these common skin cancers. In a clinical...

We are glad to have an alternative to the once popular Contour Thread Lift. In about one hour, the mid cheeks and jowls can be lifted with the Silhouette Thread. The procedure is performed in the office under local anesthesia. A small incision is made in the hair above the...

It has been a long time coming, but Restylane Silk, the product that has been sold in Europe and Canada for over a decade under the name Restylane Fine Lines, has finally come the U.S. under the name Restylane Silk. Yes, it is another hyaluronic acid product, but it has a smaller...

According to a study published in JAMA Dermatology on Nov 5, “minimally invasive cosmetic procedures are nearly risk-free.” Such procedures included fillers, neurotoxins, and the use of laser and energy devices–performed by 23 dermatologists at eight centers across the US. It has...

Ultherapy® is the only non-surgical, FDA-approved, non-invasive, skin tightening treatment for the neck, eyebrow, and under the chin. Using ultrasound energy, Ultherapy safely stimulates the deep supportive layers of the skin, including those that are typically addressed with a...