Dermatology After Dark
APRIL SHOWERS BRING ROSACEA AWARENESS: MAINTAINING YOUR BEAUTIFUL GARDEN
Spring has sprung! Flowers are blooming, birds are singing, and for many, it’s also Rosacea Awareness Month! At Smart Skin Dermatology, we understand the challenges rosacea can present, and we’re here to help you cultivate a clear, comfortable complexion – all year round. Just like a beautiful garden, managing rosacea is a long-term commitment. While…
WHAT IN THE DERMIS ARE THOSE?! DECIPHERING DERMATOLOGY TERMS
Ever wonder what that fancy medical jargon your dermatologist throws around actually means? You’re not alone! Let’s be honest, sometimes appointments feel like deciphering a secret code. But fear not, fellow human navigating the world of healthy skin! Today, the tables are turned. We’re diving into the world of dermatology terms, and by the end…
Coolsculpting vs. Liposuction: THE TRUTH (SPOILER ALERT: IT’S NOT PRICE OR RESULT ENDPOINT)
Stubborn fat bulges can be a constant source of frustration. You’ve likely tried diet and exercise religiously, but those pockets just won’t budge. Now, you’re ready to take action and explore body contouring treatments. However, the internet bombards you with conflicting information, promising miracle cures and instant results. Liposuction and Coolsculpting are two popular options,…
Neuromodulators
Botox/ Dysport/ Xeomin These wonderful products are called neuromodulators, and they can work miracles in wrinkle reduction in the appropriate patient. Many wrinkles are caused by muscle activity beneath the skin. Botox, and products like it, work by relaxing and limiting the activity of the muscle in the injected area. By relaxing and limiting the…
Who Is Most Prone To Rosacea? Is There A Root Cause?
Some people are blessed with a smooth, flawless complexion while others are more susceptible to specific skin conditions. Unfortunately, a lot of this has to do with genetics, which we have no control over. Do you suspect that you are prone to rosacea? Are you worried that the redness in your skin is a sign…
Kybella! Liposuction in a needle
This is really cool stuff! It literally lends credibility to the title of this post, liposuction in a needle. The product is called Kybella (deoxycholic acid) and with it, a sharper jawline maybe just a few injections away. The FDA recently approved Kybella for treatment of adults with moderate-to-severe fat below the chin, known as…
Exciting News for Aging Hands
Do your hands give away your age? Frequently we focus on the face when discussing cosmetic improvement, but there are other telling locations that can be treated. One of the areas that most give away our age is the hands. As we age, our hands lose firmness and plumpness and begin to look fragile and…
Skin Tightening! ThermiTight
Over time the effects of gravity and aging slowly take their toll on us all. And for several reasons, certain areas on the face and body, unfortunately, start to droop and sag, and the skin loses its youthful rebound and tension. In short, life happens. Skin gets loose. And people want to keep it tight.…
