While skin cancer can come in all shapes and sizes, there are a few guidelines that may indicate a potential skin cancer. A is for asymmetry. This means that the left hand side looks different from the right. B is for border irregularity. A skin cancer often has a border that has notches or irregularity …
“Pale is the new tan” Fashion magazines, runways and celebrities such as Marsha Cross, Nicole Kidman, Kristen Stewart and Scarlet Johansen are getting away from the tanned look. Tanning among these groups is no longer the “it thing” and a trend of “pale is the new tan” is being established. However, despite the trending away …
There is an exciting new injectable recently approved by the FDA-LAVIV. It is the first FDA approved personalized product for the treatment of facial lines. Here is how it works: The initial step involves taking a small sample of skin from behind your ear. This sample is then sent to a lab where your cells …
A man’s beard has between 7,000 and 15,000 hairs. This hair density is a function of genetics and cannot be changed. Daily shaving is commonplace in our society today, but it has roots stretching back to prehistoric times. In 1919 an MIT professor created the first lather-free shaving cream, which he named “Barbasol.” It was …
As the heat and humidity of the summer leave us and cooler temperatures creep in, this is a common question heard almost daily in the office. Cooler weather and dry itchy skin go hand in hand for many individuals. The term Xerosis refers to an abnormal dryness of the skin and is a common problem. …
The renovation of our Loganville office is nearing completion. Patients will experience a fresh new makeover, including an expanded waiting area. Additionally, we have added a laboratory to process pathology specimens, expanded storage areas to accommodate more charts and have left some of the new space available to allow for future expansion. We have undertaken …
We are so excited to be able to offer our Botox/ Juvederm Express event! This is a one day opportunity to have Botox and Juvederm treatments given at an all time low price by one of our skilled highly trained dermatologists. Price reductions given in dollar amount if you bring a friend. With the help of Allergan ( the parent …
Within this regularly updated feature of my website, we will provide visitors with practice news and specials, as well as information regarding the most recent technological advances and new treatments in dermatology. We believe that patient education and open communication with your doctor are the keys to achieving healthy, aesthetically-pleasing results and patient satisfaction, which is …
