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Daniel Navi, MD, FAAD Board Certified Dermatologist Psoriasis is a common, chronic, inflammatory, condition affecting about 2% of the population. Though it can present at any age, the usual course is diagnosis around teenage to young adulthood years with a chronic, recurring course. There is usually a family history of psoriasis, but it is important […]

Justine Park, MD Board-Certified Dermatologist When it comes to medical care, the saying: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” applies to cosmetic concerns as well as medical conditions such as cancer and high blood pressure. In my practice, concerns of the aging face such as wrinkles, skin laxity, volume loss and

Eyelid Surgery – The Results are Eye-Opening! Payam Saadat, MD Board Certified Dermatologist There’s no question droopy or puffy eyelids age a person and lend them a tired appearance. Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure to remove the excess fatty deposits and loose skin giving that impression. By improving the appearance of the upper eyelids, lower

[woocommerce_checkout] Saffron Villaryo Licensed Medical Aesthetician Q. What is the proper way to apply sunscreen? I went to the beach yesterday, and applied my sunscreen, yet still got a sunburn? A. This is a great question, especially during the summertime! I am so sorry to hear about your sunburn, yet follow these simple steps to

[woocommerce_checkout] When it comes to skin and sunlight, everyone faces a slight dilemma. On one hand, we need vitamin D to maintain healthy bones and we get the majority of our vitamin D from exposure to sunlight. On the other hand, most of us are well aware exposure to sunlight accelerates the aging process and

[woocommerce_checkout] Jo-Anne Bustamante, PA-C Board-Certified Physician Assistant The summer season has officially begun and with that comes an increase in outdoor activities such as going to the beach. As much as we know the importance of applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen on a daily basis, there are times when we forget and end up getting a

Justine Park, MD Board-Certified Dermatologist When it comes to Botox/Dysport injections, men have historically been ignored as potential candidates. But there is a growing trend that deserves attention: Men are seeking Botox & Dysport treatments and for things you might be surprised to hear about. Affectionately termed “Brotox”, I have seen an increasing number of

Payam Saadat, MD Board Certified Dermatologist Over the course of a lifetime, cuts, scrapes, burns, trauma brought about by surgery, acne and other skin conditions can all scar previously smooth and seamless skin. Minor scars might be easy to ignore or conceal but some varieties can disfigure and are not so readily disguised. These can

Dana Kang, MD Board-Certified Dermatologist Exfoliation is an important process of good skin care. Patients with acne are usually aware that the skin needs to be exfoliated since clogging of the pores is part of the cause of acne. In acne prone skin, dead skin doesn’t come off as it should and becomes sticky, clogging

Saffron Villaryo Licensed Medical Aesthetician Which peels would be best for anti-aging of the skin, and what are the benefits of doing a peel? Answer The benefits of peels include helping the collagen and elastin of the skin, which are what give the skin its elasticity and strength. The weakening of collagen is what causes