Posts by Robert S. Bader, M.D., Dermatologist
NEW TREATMENT FOR ACTINIC KERATOSIS: DAYLIGHT PDT
Blue light photodynamic therapy (pdt) has been used for over a decade for the treatment of actinic keratosis, acne, and some superficial skin cancers, but has been associated with moderate discomfort during treatment. A new protocol using 2 and a half hours of natural sunlight instead of 16 minutes of blue light has been studied…
Read MoreWHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO AVOID GETTING WRINKLES?
Most facial wrinkles come from ultraviolet rays, from the sun or tanning beds. So, the best way to avoid getting more is to avoid getting sun damage. Avoiding midday sun, wearing protective clothing and hats, and, of course, using a good sunscreen. I recommend a sunscreen that is SPF 30 or higher with a high concentration…
Read MoreBOTOX, DYSPORT, WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
Often I am asked if Botox and Dysport are the same. Or, more commonly, a patient will prefer one over the other. The simple answer is that the active molecule is essentially the same and the protein that surrounds it is different. For the most part, they work the same. Unfortunately, the units are different…
Read MoreTIME TO GET READY FOR SUMMER: WEIGHT LOSS TIPS NOT DIETS
Summer is around the corner and there is no better time to start getting in shape. This post is a little outside of our regular skin-care posts, but this is a common topic that comes up with my patients. In short, cardio exercise is great for exercising the heart. It does burn calories, but weight…
Read MoreQUICK NON-SURGICAL REJUVENATION
So often patients will ask for a quick pick me up. A quick refresher. Something non-surgical. Well, now there are lots and lots of options. I will list a few of the things that can help. 1. Toxins. Botox and Dysport can help reduce forehead furrows, frown lines, smile lines, and in experienced hands chin dimpling…
Read MoreLIQUID FACELIFT: WORTH THE HYPE?
In the past few years, the popularity of “liquid facelifts” has grown. What is it? Is this better than a traditional surgical facelift? Well, to put it simply, it is very different. Using a sub-dermal filler (one that is injected under the dermis, skin is lifted, not tightened. Well, why does this work and for…
Read MoreDERMATOLOGISTS PERFORM NEARLY RISK-FREE COSMETIC PROCEDURES
According to a study published in JAMA Dermatology on Nov 5, “minimally invasive cosmetic procedures are nearly risk-free.” Such procedures included fillers, neurotoxins, and the use of laser and energy devices–performed by 23 dermatologists at eight centers across the US. It has been well-studied that Dermatologists have an outstanding safety record with minimally-invasive and non-invasive…
Read MoreNON-SURGICAL FACELIFT, BROWLIFT, AND NECKLIFT – ULTHERAPY
Ultherapy® is the only non-surgical, FDA-approved, non-invasive, skin tightening treatment for the neck, eyebrow, and under the chin. Using ultrasound energy, Ultherapy safely stimulates the deep supportive layers of the skin, including those that are typically addressed with a facelift, without disturbing the surface layer of the skin. The result: tightening of the skin in…
Read MoreRESTYLANE SILK EXPECTED TO BE RELEASED SOON – GALDERMA’S NEWEST FILLER TREATMENT FOR THE LIPS AND LIP LINES
Since being approved by the FDA in June 2014, cosmetic surgeons have been awaiting the release to market of Galderma’s newest product to their already extensive cosmetic line consisting of Restylane, Perlane, Dysport, and Sculptra. This variation on the “old Restylane” is smoother and is expected to flow easier being a good choice for the…
Read MoreOBAMACARE – AFFORDABLE CARE ACT — MANY UNFULFILLED PROMISES
As the dust is settling, we are finding that the affordable care act (aka “Obamacare” or ACA) has left many unable to continue care with their existing healthcare providers. The promise that one can keep their existing plan and doctors is not exactly true, leaving many scrambling to find a new doctor. The truth is…
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