Posts by Robert S. Bader, M.D., Dermatologist
What is the longest lasting dermal filler? And the winner is…
Which filler lasts the longest? Learn about silicone, Bellafill, Juvederm, Radiesse, and Restylane.
Read MoreBest Acne Treatment: Red Flags to look for during your Dermatology visit
Don’t waste time and money on acne treatments that don’t work. What to look out for when you see your Dermatologist.
Read MoreWhy am I losing my hair rapidly?
Top 10 Anti-Wrinkle Cream Ingredients You Must Try
Don’t see a Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant for a new skin problem. Why?
How to get the best results from cosmetic surgery
All too often patients will come in and ask for a specific procedure. They may have read about this specific procedure or know someone that had the procedure. While it is good to ask about certain procedures and see if they would be beneficial, one must be aware that what benefits one person may not…
Read MoreDoes IV NAD+ reduce skin cancer risk?
Patients are always asking what they can do to reduce their risk of getting skin cancer. Most know about sunscreens and sun-protective clothing. But there is more that one can do and it is as safe as taking a vitamin. For several years now, I have recommended niacinamide 500mg twice a day by mouth (it…
Read MoreWhat is the Halo Laser and is it worth it?
The Halo laser is a combination system that has has two different lasers that do different things. It has a non-ablative laser component that heats narrow deep columns of skin without removing skin, and an ablative laser that destroys the top layer of the skin. It has two wavelengths: 1470 nanometers (nm) and 2940 nm: The…
Read MoreMy Dermatology Office has a Mohs’ Surgeon come in once a week. Is that bad?
This is becoming more and more of a common scenario that a practice brings in a Mohs’ Surgeon to work in their office once a week or less. But is this best for you? The simple answer is yes and no. Let’s first look at the advantages of a visiting Mohs’ Surgeon. There is no…
Read MoreEffective Treatments for Hair Loss
There are many causes of hair loss. By far, the most common is male and female pattern hair loss. In men, it is clear that hair loss is largely caused by the androgen, dihydrotestoterone. There are oral medications that block the formation of this androgen. These can also be formulated into topical or injected forms.…
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