http://www.dermanetwork.org/feeds/default.xml Recently Added Content en-us Copyright 2009 Healthnews. All Rights Reserved. http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/acne-scars-overthecounter-remedies-vs-cosmetic-treatments.html For many, acne is nothing more than a small inconvenience that passes after adopting the proper cleansing regimen. But for others, acne can be so problematic and extensive that the person is left with long-lasting scars and pitting. Makeup is a go-to for countless acne sufferers, but it's a temporary fix. Once the makeup is removed, the individual is still confronted with the very issue they were trying to hide. Treatments, both over-the-counter and cosmetic/surgical, can reduce acne scars fo... Mon, 09 Feb 2015 14:48:59 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/article/patients-choice-award.shtml.html Patients' Choice Award Patients have selected Dr. Wright for the Patients' Choice Award for 2010. He is a member of an elite group. More than 100,000 patient reviews and ratings are gathered each month, and this top rating has only been awarded to a select few of the nation's most beloved doctors. Patients have taken the time to rate Dr. Wright in areas such as: bedside manner, the amount of time spent with them, the courtesy of medical staff, appropriate follow-up, and their overall op... Tue, 20 Jan 2015 14:34:52 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/hyaluronic-acid-vs-collagen-which-ones-for-you.html Many people turn to dermal fillers in an effort to slow down or reverse the signs of aging. While effective, they can have side effects. Some injectable fillers can cause nerve damage, swelling and pain, and your body could have an adverse allergic reaction to the synthetic materials used as filler. For this reason, more individuals are looking to natural injectables like hyaluronic acid and collagen, which can also reduce signs of aging but carry fewer risks of damage, irritation and allergi... Tue, 06 Jan 2015 19:49:11 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/lip-fillers-which-one-is-right-for-your-kisser.html Designed to add volume to your lips, lip fillers have been around for quite a long time. Once thought to be solely the domain of those with thin lips, the truth is, even if you have been blessed with a plump, juicy kisser, your lips can lose volume as you age. Not all lip fillers are created equal, however, and the type of filler you choose depends on how much fullness you wish to achieve and how long you want it to last. Lip Filler 101 If you are looking to get fuller lips, chances are you'... Tue, 02 Dec 2014 17:49:04 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/revealed-why-acupuncture-may-be-able-to-treat-your-wrinkles.html Do forehead lines or crow’s feet have you down? If you are concerned about your wrinkles and don't want to deal with the potential side effects of Botox injections, you may want to investigate acupuncture as a minimally invasive treatment that may help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Exploring the Cause of Wrinkles From a Western perspective, wrinkles are lines, folds, or ridges in the skin that indicate it is losing its elasticity. Although the skin becomes thinner a... Mon, 03 Nov 2014 17:56:35 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/detox-your-skin-for-a-refreshed-glow.html Did you know you can "detox" your skin? There are detox regimens for your body with juice diets, food diets, green tea, and supplements. Thanks to advances in skin care and celebrity endorsements, skin detox has become another popular way to remove toxins--in this case, from your skin. Here we explore how skin detox is different from other detox methods on the market, and how it can help the appearance of your skin. What is skin detox? In a nutshell, skin detox is a process by which you remo... Mon, 06 Oct 2014 12:11:13 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/5-ways-to-rejuvenate-sundamaged-skin.html The sun does a lot of wonderful things for us, like make plants grow, keep us warm, and help us make vitamin D. Unfortunately, the sun isn’t so wonderful for our skin. The damage from UV rays not only ages your skin, it can also put you at risk for skin cancer. And, once the damage is done it can be difficult to reverse it. However, there are things you can do to rejuvenate sun-damaged skin, diminish fine lines and wrinkles, eliminate sun spots, and reduce your risk for skin cancer. 1. ... Wed, 03 Sep 2014 16:14:56 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/increasing-cheek-volume-with-juvederm-voluma.html Increasing Cheek Volume with Juvederm Voluma   Juvederm Voluma by Allergan is the only dermal filler currently approved by the FDA to add volume to the cheeks (mid-face area). Available in Europe since 2005, Voluma was approved for use in the United States late last year. Voluma has received quite a bit of attention since it launched, especially at our practice.   Benefits of Juvederm Voluma Voluma gives the cheeks a nice subtle lift, restoring volume to the face and providing a c... Mon, 11 Aug 2014 11:53:30 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/how-to-remove-bulging-hand-veins.html How to Remove Bulging Hand Veins   When people think of aging, the focus is usually on the face and body, specifically the breasts, legs, or abdominal area. The hands, one of the most routinely visible parts of the body and one of the first to show signs of aging, are often overlooked. Hand aging is characterized by a loss of tissue volume and elasticity of the skin, making the back of the hands appear dull and shriveled. This loss of volume likewise increases the visibility of veins on ... Mon, 11 Aug 2014 11:48:56 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/7-best-antiaging-treatments-from-the-pros.html Americans spend billions of dollars a year to look younger, and it seems like every day there’s a new vitamin or cream that claims to reverse or reduce the signs of aging. With all the information out there, it's hard to know which products and procedures for the skin you can trust. To help you choose from all the dermatology options out there, we've compiled a list of the seven best anti-aging treatments and products from the professionals. 1. Over-the-Counter (OTC) Skin Products OTC an... Tue, 22 Jul 2014 12:25:07 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/ipl-vs-fraxel-which-works-best.html When it comes to cosmetic procedures, it seems like there is a new procedure introduced every month. Two of the latest procedures are Fraxel and intense pulsed light (IPL). Both of these procedures are intended primarily to give you clearer, smoother skin, and they each have their strengths and weaknesses. So which one works best for what you need? Let's take a look at each of these popular procedures. Fraxel Fraxel is the brand name for fractional laser treatments. The process uses a CO2 la... Thu, 03 Jul 2014 12:58:37 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/how-do-dermal-fillers-differ.html Dermal Filler Comparisons The current generation of dermal fillers has progressed to the point where they can be a great alternative to more invasive options like facelift surgery. These non-surgical injectable treatments have the power to dramatically smooth and plump the skin; instantly reversing the most common symptoms associated with facial aging like wrinkles and volume loss to the lips or cheek area.   With so many different fillers on the market a common question fielded by cosmet... Mon, 16 Jun 2014 08:42:03 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/4-mens-skin-care-tips-and-treatments.html In recent years, television shows like "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" introduced thousands of average guys to the idea that they can be manly men and still take better care of their skin. Since that show’s final broadcast in 2007, a lot of men are taking the time to take better care of their skin. And, beauty product companies are now marketing many more skin care products to men. If you look on drug store shelves, or browse the department store cosmetics counters, you can find lots of ... Fri, 30 May 2014 11:37:04 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/get-your-legs-ready-for-summer.html As the weather gets warmer, you may be considering clothing options like shorts and skirts but, if you have varicose or spider veins on your legs, you may be hesitant to show them. However, the right vein treatment can let you feel good about showing your legs this summer. Unfortunately, varicose veins and spider veins don’t just happen to older people. Varicose veins can affect anyone of any age, male or female. Unsightly veins are not something that you should put up with, especially be... Fri, 02 May 2014 12:20:11 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/are-cheek-fillers-the-new-thing.html Your cheeks are one of the first features to lose their fullness as you age. Weight loss can also reduce the fullness of your cheeks. While there are many benefits to weight loss, one of the disadvantages is that you could end up losing too much fat from your face and end up looking older than you are. There is a remedy for that drawn and haggard look, and it has become the latest trend in cosmetic enhancements. Just as there are ways to plump up your chest, there are also ways to plump up your ... Tue, 25 Mar 2014 13:54:47 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/5-treatments-that-diminish-acne-scars.html For many, acne is nothing more than a rite of passage--a minor inconvenience that passes with the onset of adulthood. For some, however, acne can leave lasting scars; and if your acne was severe, the acne scars can be extensive and even disfiguring. You can cover scars up with makeup to reduce their visibility, but the results are only short-term. There are several treatments that can help reduce your acne scars for the short- or long-term, such as chemical peels, and some may even permanently ... Tue, 25 Feb 2014 12:03:35 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/fat-freezing.html Fat freezing or cryolipolysis is a newly U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved technology with the same goal as liposuction—to get rid of unwanted body fat. There is usually a 20 percent to 25 percent fat reduction with each fat freezing session. The colloquial brand name for this innovative body contouring option is CoolSculpting. Fat Freezing Defined Interestingly, fat freezing uses temperatures above the actual freezing mark. The steps involved in the fat freezing proces... Thu, 30 Jan 2014 15:07:53 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/skin-treatments-to-consider-in-2014.html Even with proper care and maintenance, the sun and environmental factors can wreak havoc on our skin over time. Modern treatments are available to address lines, wrinkles and other issues and, in some cases, can give aging skin a significantly more youthful appearance. If you're interested in learning about skin care solutions for a rejuvenated appearance, here are a few skin treatments to consider in 2014. Artefill One popular skin care treatment to consider is Artefill. This treatment was fe... Mon, 13 Jan 2014 09:03:13 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/eczema-causes-and-top-treatments.html Eczema is a skin condition that affects about 35 million Americans of all ages, including young children. It is an inflammation of the skin that often causes rashes of various degrees of severity. The skin can become rough, patchy, dry, red and blistery. The most common form of eczema is called atopic dermatitis, which is considered an allergic hereditary skin inflammation.Since this condition often occurs in young children, the symptoms are often distressing for parents to manage. No one wants ... Wed, 04 Dec 2013 13:21:45 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/the-negative-effects-of-uv-light-on-the-skin.html Last month we wrote a blog post debunking the long-standing myth that the average person acquires the bulk of their ultraviolet (UV) exposure before the age of 18. In fact, studies show that the highest period of exposure normally occurs between the ages of 41 and 59.   Aside from the aging-related consequences of UV exposure, there are a number of other negative health effects that can develop from excessive UV exposure. Photo-aging and Collagen Degradation There are two types of ultrav... Wed, 04 Dec 2013 11:37:45 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/solutions-for-freckles-dark-spots.html Freckles. Some people love them, and some people hate them. What are freckles, exactly, and what causes them? And, if you are one of those people who has dark spots, age spots or freckles and hates them, how do you get rid of them? How Freckles Form Freckles are concentrated areas of pigmentation in your skin. Normally, a pigment called melanin is evenly dispersed throughout the skin resulting in a consistent skin tone. In skin with freckles, some of the pigmentation clumps together to create ... Tue, 05 Nov 2013 09:46:23 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/coolsculpting-vs-smartlipo.html Body contouring procedures have advanced rapidly over the last few years and today we are fortunate to have many surgical and non-surgical options that provide effective results. CoolSculpting and SmartLipo are two of the most popular body contouring procedures. Procedure Overview CoolSculpting is a nonsurgical body contouring treatment that involves the freezing of fat cells. The frozen fat cells dissolve and are eliminated from the body naturally. The procedure is performed with a vacuuming ... Fri, 18 Oct 2013 16:26:47 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/psoriasis-how-light-therapy-helps.html Under normal conditions, your skin grows from the inside out in layers of cells. The outermost layer has the oldest cells. When the oldest cells die, they flake off and newer cells take their place. Sometimes the older cells stay on the surface, giving your skin a dull look. Using an exfoliation tool like a loofa sponge while washing can remove these dead cells to reveal the healthy new cells underneath. With psoriasis, the skin growth rate is accelerated. The topmost cells flake off before th... Wed, 09 Oct 2013 10:14:09 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/shedding-some-light-on-the-vampire-facelift.html In recent years, vampires have become popular in literature, television and movies in series like Twilight and True Blood. Now, vampires are also popular in beauty treatments. The Vampire Facelift has received media coverage worldwide with celebrities like Kim Kardashian literally seen undergoing the treatment. Many of our patients hear about the benefits of Vampire Facelifts and instantly become intrigued. They are interested in its touted ability to smooth lines and wrinkles, rejuvenate the f... Thu, 12 Sep 2013 17:06:53 PST http://www.dermanetwork.org/article/treatments-for-age-spots-and-sun-spots.html Whether you call them age spots, liver spots, or sun spots, they’re all the same thing: unsightly dark splotches or freckles on your face, arms, and hands. But what are these spots, and how can you remove them? What Are Those Spots? Age spots are caused by regular exposure to sunlight and ultraviolet rays. Your skin contains specialized cells called melanocytes that release pigment into your skin when exposed to sunlight. Over time, these cells can clump together, causing concentrated pa... Mon, 09 Sep 2013 23:01:33 PST