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Microneedling with PRP: The vampire facial
Microneedling with PRP Microneedling with PRP is a procedure that is ideal for the renewing or rejuvenation of aging skin. This procedure is also famously known as the vampire facial. PRP is short for platelet-rich plasma. The procedure involves a dermatology nurse drawing your blood, which is...
Dermatology guidelines for how often you should shower
How often should we shower? Dermatology can help us answer one of the most persistent questions for our patients, “How often should we shower?” For many, the natural assumption is that we should shower every day, at least once. The truth is that there is no magic answer, because everyone’s...
Medical dermatology explained
Dermatology treatment Medical dermatology consists of two parts and the differences between them are subtle, and important. We are seeking to provide an explanation of medical and surgical dermatology, so you can understand how the two are a critical part of your healthcare. Hopefully, you will...
Dry skin care: Tips for winter time
Winter skin care Dry skin care is important during the dry winter climate and even drier indoor heat. Here we are in the coldest year of the month, and for many, the exposure to this environment may have already taken a toll. However, there is still time to find a daily routine that will ensure...
Skin care tips for middle-aged people
Middle-aged skin problems Skin care for middle-aged skin requires a little detective work. At this age, skin problems are not always due to the aging process. Many problems are related to improper nutrition, heat and humidity, hormonal changes, stress, and other factors. All can lead to premature...
Psoriasis: causes, symptoms, and treatment for scalp
Dealing with scalp psoriasis Psoriasis on the scalp is a common skin disorder. It is recognized by raised, reddish, often scaly patches that can present as a single patch or several. It can even affect your entire scalp. It is quite common for scalp psoriasis to spread to the forehead, the back of...
What is Mohs surgery?
Effective cancer surgery Mohs surgery (known as Mohs micrographic surgery) is used by dermatologists to treat skin cancer. The objective is to remove as much of the cancer as possible; while saving the healthy tissue that surrounds it. Microscopic layers of skin are removed one at a time. Each...
Ballantyne Dermatologist: Charlotte dermatologist offers facial peels for skin rejuvenation
You can have great looking skin Dermatologists can get results that will have your skin looking rejuvenated and more youthful. Many patients experience incredible rejuvenation of prematurely aged skin through facial peels. This is achieved through safe and effective results, with very little...
Skin cancer treatment with Mohs surgery
Successful cures Skin cancer treatment is common because the American Cancer Society has revealed that skin cancer is now the most common of all cancers in the United States. This is alarming, but the good news is that skin cancer is cured at a high rate when diagnosed and treated in the early...
Microneedling post treatment skin care
Amazing new skin Microneedling is an amazing way to achieve beautiful skin. Just as it is with any reputable skin procedure; there are important instructions that you will need to follow, to get the most out of your skincare treatment. It is important to remember that microneedling creates tiny...
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