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Photodynamic Therapy (PDT): Your Speedy Solution to Adult Acne

Photodynamic Therapy (PDT): Your Speedy Solution to Adult Acne
Unfortunately, acne may not be gone from your life once you leave high school. Adult acne can plague you for a variety of reasons, but fortunately, it’s treatable. Photodynamic therapy can treat numerous skin conditions, including adult acne.
Dec 12th, 2024
What Can I Expect During a HydraFacial Treatment?

What Can I Expect During a HydraFacial Treatment?
Picture a regular facial then amp up the volume, and you've got a HydraFacial. With a specialized wand to more thoroughly clean and moisturize the skin, this treatment can leave the skin brighter and more radiant than ever. Read on to learn more.
Sep 18th, 2024

What Are the Signs of Skin Cancer?
With its ranking as the most common type of cancer, it's important to know skin cancer's signs and symptoms— and when you should see a doctor for a proper diagnosis. Read on to learn more.
Aug 6th, 2024
Can I Get Botox and Fillers at the Same Time?

Can I Get Botox and Fillers at the Same Time?
Wrinkles come in two types—dynamic and static—with different kinds of treatments. Read on to learn more about Botox® and dermal fillers and how each can help refresh your appearance and leave your skin looking smoother.
Jul 3rd, 2024
How Does PRP Promote Hair Growth?

How Does PRP Promote Hair Growth?
For many people, their hair is an important part of their identity and style. Its loss can cause feelings of self-consciousness and frustration. Fortunately, treatment with platelet-rich plasma can help encourage growth and thickness.
Jun 6th, 2024
What You Need to Know About RHA Fillers

What You Need to Know About RHA Fillers
Wrinkles are an obvious sign of aging—but they don't have to be. FDA-approved RHA fillers are specifically designed to reduce the dynamic wrinkles, lines, and folds that come from smiling, talking, eating, and living life.
May 1st, 2024

5 Ways to Reduce Wrinkles Without Surgery
No one wants to see wrinkles when they look in the mirror. Fortunately, there are a wide variety of options to reduce this sign of aging. Read on to learn more about nonsurgical ways to leave your skin smoother and younger-looking.
Apr 1st, 2024

5 Common Causes of Bald Spots
Bald spots can result from a variety of issues ranging from genetics and health-related conditions to stress and even the way we care for our hair. Read on to learn more about possible causes and the available treatments.
Feb 13th, 2024
Is Botox Safe to Use Repeatedly?

Is Botox Safe to Use Repeatedly?
Years of moving the muscles in your face can cause forehead lines, crow's feet, or other wrinkles. Botox® can help. Read on to learn how this injection can relax your muscles, leaving your appearance smoother and refreshed.
Jan 7th, 2024

I'm an Adult: Will I Ever Outgrow My Acne?
Acne is a common problem—and not just for teenagers. It can strike adults too and last well into mid-life. The good news is that a variety of treatments can help. Read on to learn more.
Dec 6th, 2023
Make Your Eyes Pop With Latisse Lash Extensions

Make Your Eyes Pop With Latisse Lash Extensions
Our eyelashes often play an underappreciated role in our appearance. If you're seeking to highlight your eyes or refresh your look, Latisse® can help by making them longer, fuller, and darker. Read on to learn more.
Nov 14th, 2023
Everything You Need to Know About NeoGraft Hair Restoration

Everything You Need to Know About NeoGraft Hair Restoration
Hair loss is common as we age, but that doesn't mean we need to accept it or the hit to our self-esteem. Read on to learn more about NeoGraft®, a nonsurgical procedure that can help restore hair to its fuller, thicker glory days.
Oct 1st, 2023
How to Treat Eczema Flare-Ups

How to Treat Eczema Flare-Ups
No one wants to suffer from the itchy, flaky skin of eczema. Identifying triggers to avoid and getting a proper treatment protocol in place are two important steps in finding relief. Read on to learn more.
Jul 1st, 2023
Can Microneedling Help My Acne Scars Disappear?

Can Microneedling Help My Acne Scars Disappear?
Scarring occurs in about 20% of individuals who suffer from acne and is the result of the body's attempt to heal the blemishes. Read on to learn how microneedling can help restore smoother, clearer-looking skin.
May 1st, 2023
Changing Your Head of Hair with PRP

Changing Your Head of Hair with PRP
Have you begun to notice that you’re losing your hair? Hair loss can affect not just your appearance but also your self-esteem. Read on to learn more about platelet-rich plasma therapy and how it can aid in hair regrowth.
Mar 31st, 2023
How to Get Thicker, Darker Lashes with Latisse

How to Get Thicker, Darker Lashes with Latisse
If you're tired of trying special mascaras and other products that claim longer, fuller eyelashes, Latisse® could be right for you. With its special FDA-approved formula, it provides thicker, darker lashes from the moment you wake up in the morning.
Mar 7th, 2023
How the Mohs Procedure Work

How the Mohs Procedure Work
Mohs surgery is a state-of-the-art procedure that ensures all skin cancer cells are removed while ensuring the smallest scar possible. Keep reading to learn more about this cutting-edge treatment.
Feb 7th, 2023
Why Do I Have Acne?

Why Do I Have Acne?
Acne can strike at any age and for a variety of reasons, ranging from genetics and hormones to using the wrong type of skin care products. Read on to learn more about its causes and treatments.
Jan 10th, 2023
6 Questions to Ask Your Dermatologist

6 Questions to Ask Your Dermatologist
Seeing a dermatologist and asking the right questions can not only help encourage good health but can also provide valuable information for improving your appearance. Read on to learn more about the types of topics to discuss.
Dec 1st, 2022
Myths About Store-Bought Skin Care Products

Myths About Store-Bought Skin Care Products
Though it's often quick and easy to pick up skin care products from the local store, many people do not realize it isn’t always the best for their skin or their pocketbook. Read on to learn more.
Oct 6th, 2022
My Child Has Eczema. Now What?

My Child Has Eczema. Now What?
Eczema, a collection of skin issues, with its itchy, red skin can strike at any age, but it's most common in early childhood. Read on to learn more about its symptoms and treatment options.
Sep 1st, 2022
Tips for Preventing Hair Loss

Tips for Preventing Hair Loss
Many people believe hair loss comes with aging, but you can do some things to help keep your hair as healthy as possible. Read on to learn more about how good habits, using the right care products, and avoiding certain styling missteps can help.
Aug 1st, 2022
Our Favorite Skin-Friendly Foods

Our Favorite Skin-Friendly Foods
What we eat and drink can play a role in how healthy (or not) our skin looks and feels. Read on to learn more about what foods can help improve your appearance — and your health.
Jul 1st, 2022
How Do Chemical Peels Work?

How Do Chemical Peels Work?
Life and aging can affect our skin, leading to everything from wrinkles to dark spots. Chemical peels can help refresh your appearance and leave you with younger, glowing-looking skin. Read on to learn more.
Jun 1st, 2022
Why Do Adults Get Acne?

Why Do Adults Get Acne?
Though acne is most common in teenagers, it can affect adults too. Genetics, hormones, and stress can play a role along with other factors. Read on to learn more about what may be causing your breakouts and what you can do about it.
May 1st, 2022
Tips for Avoiding Eczema Triggers

Tips for Avoiding Eczema Triggers
Eczema flare-ups can be set off by a number of different exposures, including dry skin, irritants, and stress. Read on to learn more about specific triggers and how you can avoid them.
Apr 1st, 2022
Who's at Risk for Skin Cancer?

Who's at Risk for Skin Cancer?
A person's risk of skin cancer depends on a combination of genetics, including eye and hair color as well as skin type, age, and how much exposure they've had to damaging ultraviolet rays. Read on to learn more.
Mar 1st, 2022
Can Botox or Fillers Reduce My Crow's Feet?

Can Botox or Fillers Reduce My Crow's Feet?
No one likes to see the little wrinkles near their eyes known as crow's feet when they smile, laugh, or are at rest. Read on to learn more about several treatments that can help smooth your skin.
Feb 16th, 2022
Bothered by Hair Loss? Consider PRP Therapy

Bothered by Hair Loss? Consider PRP Therapy
Hair loss for men and thinning for women may be a natural part of aging for some people, but that doesn't mean there's nothing you can do about it. Read on to learn how platelet-rich plasma therapy can help stimulate natural and healthy hair growth.
Jan 1st, 2022
Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Cancer: What to Expect

Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Cancer: What to Expect
A cancer diagnosis doesn’t automatically mean a future filled with radiation and chemotherapy. For certain kinds of skin cancer, photodynamic therapy can be a safe, successful, and minimally invasive option for treatment. Read on to learn more.
Dec 1st, 2021
5 Common Eczema Triggers

5 Common Eczema Triggers
Eczema is generally believed to be caused by a combination of an overactive immune system and triggers ranging from irritants to the environment to stress. Read on to learn more.
Nov 1st, 2021
Why Do I Have Cystic Acne?

Why Do I Have Cystic Acne?
A severe type of acne, called cystic acne, causes large, deep blemishes on the face, back, shoulders, and more. Professional care by a dermatologist is typically needed to help clear it up. Read on to learn more.
Sep 1st, 2021
The Many Benefits of Chemical Peels

The Many Benefits of Chemical Peels
If you’re experiencing the number of ways that your skin changes because of environmental factors and aging, you have options. Chemical peels can help restore a more glowing, youthful appearance without undergoing an invasive procedure.
Aug 3rd, 2021

Summertime Skin Care Tips for Eczema
Eczema flares can be an issue year round, but summer's heat and humidity can be a particular problem. Read on to learn how to protect your skin while still enjoying the beautiful weather.
Jul 6th, 2021

Are You at Risk for Skin Cancer?
Skin cancer can be deadly, so you should be sun aware as the summer months approach. Knowing your risk factors for skin cancer is the first step toward protecting your health. Read on to learn more.
Jun 15th, 2021

Help! I Have Adult Acne
It's a common misconception that acne affects people only during adolescence when, in fact, it can strike adults as well. Read on to learn what causes adult acne and what treatments can help.
May 3rd, 2021

What to Expect During Mohs Surgery
Mohs surgery is often used for several types of skin cancer, including basal and squamous cell carcinoma. With its high success rate and ability to start and finish treatment all in one day, it has a number of benefits. Read on to learn more.
Apr 1st, 2021

Fillers or Botox? Which One Is Right for Me?
Even though Botox® and dermal fillers differ in the way they work and trouble areas for which they are best suited, they are both great options for reducing wrinkles and smoothing skin depending on your situation. Read on to learn more.
Mar 9th, 2021

Ways to Restore Hair Loss
Hair loss and thinning can make you look older and can negatively affect your self-esteem. The good news is that several natural effective treatment options are available. Read on to learn more.
Feb 3rd, 2021

How Effective Is Latisse?
Eyelashes help make our eyes pop, but many people struggle with lashes that are thin and dull. Latisse® has been proven to make them longer, fuller, and darker. Read on to learn more.
Jan 1st, 2021

4 Signs of Vaginal Atrophy
Vaginal dryness or itching can be uncomfortable, and urinary issues can impact daily life. If you're suffering from these types of problems, you may be experiencing vaginal atrophy. Read on to learn more.
Dec 1st, 2020

Benefits of Allergan's Rewards Program
Aesthetics treatments are more affordable than ever thanks to AllÄ“â„  by Brilliant Distinctions, the new loyalty program from Allergan Aesthetics™. Read on to learn more about how to sign up and the personalized benefits you can expect.
Nov 5th, 2020

5 Benefits of Sclerotherapy for Spider Veins
It's natural to feel self-conscious when you have spider veins on your legs or face. The good news is sclerotherapy, a fast, easy, and minimally invasive procedure, can help. Read on to learn more.
Oct 8th, 2020

Are All Dermal Fillers the Same?
Are wrinkles and sagging skin making you look older than your years? If so, dermal fillers could help reduce these signs of aging. Read on to learn more about what they are and which might be appropriate for you.
Aug 12th, 2020

Get Rid of Unsightly Leg Veins in Time for Summer
If you're suffering from unsightly spider veins, sclerotherapy may be able to help. The procedure takes only 15 to 30 minutes, and results are typically apparent within several weeks. Read on to learn more.
Apr 21st, 2020

Get Thicker, Darker Lashes with Latisse
If you're tired of trying special mascaras and other products that claim longer, fuller eyelashes, Latisse® could be right for you. With its special FDA-approved formula, it provides thicker, darker lashes from the moment you wake up in the morning.
Mar 16th, 2020

How to Tell Whether That Itchy Rash Is Eczema or Psoriasis
Are you plagued by red itchy skin, but aren't sure what's causing it? Eczema and psoriasis both have these symptoms, but treatment depends on the condition, so a proper diagnosis is key. Read on to learn more about what differentiates them.
Feb 1st, 2020

Ditch That Double Chin with Kybella
Many people feel self-conscious about having a double chin. There just aren’t any exercises that allow you to work off that submental fat. Learn more about Kybella, the injectable alternative to liposuction or a face-lift.
Jan 1st, 2020

Start Laser Hair Reduction Now and Be Beach-Ready By Summer
Imagine all of the extra time you’d have it you didn’t have to shave or wax. Laser hair removal offers a permanent reduction in unwanted hair growth. Learn how you can confidently flaunt smooth skin at the beach and pool come summer.
Dec 3rd, 2019

How Botox Can Help Your Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)
If you’ve been suffering from excessive sweating, botox injections could be the cure you’ve overlooked. See why many are using botox to not only stop wrinkles, but curb their excessive sweating (also known as hyperhidrosis).
Jun 1st, 2019

A Skin Cancer Solution? Learn About Mohs Surgery?
Having any type of surgery can cause anxiety and fear. Patients can take comfort in knowing that Mohs surgery is a highly successful procedure that removes the least amount of skin possible to treat the cancer.
Apr 4th, 2019

Latisse®: Experience Eyelashes For Days
Do your eyelashes add enough spice to your look? Latisse® is a prescription medication that can give you the lusher, longer lashes you desire. The simple treatment involves applying a solution nightly for 16 days.
Mar 11th, 2019
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Diminish Unwanted Wrinkles with BOTOX
You’re not alone if you’re unhappy with the lines and wrinkles that make you look older than your age. It’s the reason BOTOXⓇ is the most popular nonsurgical cosmetic treatment in the United States.
Feb 8th, 2019
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Is BOTOX the Right Treatment for Your Wrinkles?
Wrinkles show up on everyone’s face when the squint, smile, and laugh. As we get older, these wrinkles tend to stick around even when we have stopped making the facial expression.
Jan 28th, 2019
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Suffering From Hair Loss? Try NeoGraft!
Many of us would like a more effective way to stop or reverse hair loss. Scientific and medical advances have given us the option of NeoGraft®, an exciting and effective way to transplant hair.
Jan 28th, 2019
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PRP Injection for Hair Restoration: How It Works
In cosmetic treatment, PRP is an abbreviation for platelet-rich plasma. PRP injection is one of the latest and most reliable treatment procedures for people who have issues with hair loss and various skin problems.
Jan 28th, 2019
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Who Qualifies for Eyelid Surgery?
Eyelid surgery, which is also referred to as blepharoplasty, is a procedure that can help individuals look younger and enhance the appearance of their eyelids.
Jan 28th, 2019
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Erase Acne Scars with Micro-Needling
If you suffer from acne scars, micro-needling may be for you. This unique treatment option is designed to take advantage of your body’s own healing mechanisms.
Jan 28th, 2019
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PRP Therapy: What Does It Treat?
PRP therapy, or platelet-rich plasma therapy, is a treatment in which blood is drawn from your arm and then separated into red blood cells and concentrated platelets.
Jan 28th, 2019
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BOTOX Injections: What Are the Benefits?
Nearly everyone has heard of BOTOX® these days because it is such a popular cosmetic treatment. In fact, it is the most popular cosmetic treatment used around the world.
Jan 28th, 2019
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Eyelash Growth via Latisse
The length and volume of eyelashes tends to diminish over time. It used to be that the only thing you could do about the problem was to glue on fake extensions at home or pay for a professional pair at the salon.
Jan 28th, 2019
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Three Types of Skin Cancer
You know that skin cancer is a serious problem. If it isn’t treated, you could be dealing with disfigurement as the least of your worries.
Jan 28th, 2019
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Treatment Options for Spider Veins
Spider veins are the smaller, less concerning cousin to varicose veins. While they may not cause the discomfort and skin issues that varicose veins do, they can cause a great deal of emotional dismay as they make you feel embarrassed by your body.
Jan 28th, 2019
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Chemical Peels: What are the Benefits?
Surprisingly, one of the best ways to improve the look, elasticity, and overall health of your skin is by removing some of its surface layers. 
Jan 28th, 2019
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Get Fuller Eyelashes with Latisse
What would you say is the best way to go about getting fuller eyelashes? The first thing that may come to mind is using mascara.
Jan 28th, 2019
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Why Visit Plateroti Dermatology?
Are you interested in improving the condition of your skin in some way? Or are you worried about a blemish on your skin and want to make sure it isn’t anything too serious?
Jan 28th, 2019
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Achieve Longer, Fuller Eyelashes with Latisse
A lot of people out there do not feel satisfied with the way their eyelashes look. For this reason, there are a lot of different products that are available to help individuals enhance their eyelashes.
Jan 28th, 2019