Posts by Robert S. Bader, M.D., Dermatologist
SHOULD MELANOMA EXCISIONS BE SO LARGE?
A study published in The Lancet by Dr. Peter Gillgren indicates that a 2-cm excision margin is safe and as sufficient as 4-cm margins for the removal of melanomas that are at least 2-mm thick. This study took place in Sweden and involved a total of 936 patients. This study indicates what has been believed for over a decade, that large…
Read MoreMALIGNANT MELANOMA IS THE MOST COMMON CANCER IN YOUNG CAUCASIAN WOMEN (AGES 25 TO 29)
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, Malignant Melanoma is the most common cancer in white women ages 25 to 29 years and the second most common form of cancer in women 15 to 30 years of age. Interestingly, these are the ages that many women will go the beach to get tan or use tanning beds. Despite…
Read MoreATHLETE’S FOOT – DON’T FORGET THE SHOES.
Athlete’s foot is a common problem that can result in itching and burning of the feet, in addition to dryness on the sole or maceration between the toes. In addition, this can lead to infection of the nails that can be difficult to eradicate. Often one treats the skin, but does not eradicate the possible…
Read MoreFREE ONLINE PSORIASIS TREATMENT TRACKING SYSTEM @ WWW.VECTICAL.COM
Galderma has launched the Treatment Tracker, a free online program that allows patients to have a private, online diary that will keep a record of their: signs and symptoms treatment history photos upcoming Dermatologist appointments In addition, this program provides a list of potential psoriasis triggers, which can be customized to help patients manage their…
Read MoreTHE NEW U.S. FDA GUIDELINES FOR RATING AND LABELING SUNSCREENS
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United Stated. One should use a broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB rays. The SPF rating system only applies to the protection the sunscreen has against UVB and will still be used. Here are the changes in labeling: The highest SPF rating will now…
Read MoreA BOTOX AND DYSPORT COMPETITOR: THE FDA APPROVED XEOMIN FOR THE TREATMENT OF FROWN LINES.
Merz Aesthetics announced that the FDA has approved incobotulinum toxin A (Xeomin) for the temporary improvement in the appearance of frown lines. This product was approved by the FDA in July of 2010 for the treatment of cervical dystonia and blepharospasm, but has recently been approved for cosmetic use in the U.S.A. This product has been…
Read MoreDOES USING SUNSCREEN INCREASE MY RISK OF GETTING SKIN CANCER?
This is a common question that I am asked that has a complicated answer. To put it simply, the answer is maybe. Studies have shown that people who apply sunscreen regularly are more likely to experience painful, damaging sunburns. In fact, these persons had a 23% greater risk of multiple sunburns within the past year.…
Read MoreSKIN CANCER SCREENING PERFORMED BY A DERMATOLOGIST IS MORE EFFECTIVE THAN SELF-DETECTION
Although most people know of the dangers of skin cancer and even checking their skin periodically, Dermatologists are musch better at noticing subtle changes. Melanoma is the most dangerous of the common skin cancers and can be found by patients themselves, but new research reveals that self-detection is not as effective as screenings performed by…
Read MoreAN ASPIRIN A DAY MAY KEEP MELANOMA AWAY
In a study published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, patients who took an aspirin a day for more than five years had a 49% decreased risk of developing melanoma. Similarly, those who took NSAIDs (anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen) daily had a 43% decreased risk of getting melanoma.
Read MoreDYSPORT REBATE – SAVE $50 TO $100 OFF JULY 15TH, 2011 UNTIL SEPTEMBER 30, 2011.
All patients will be eligible for a $50 rebate if treated during July 15 until September 30, 2011. In addition, former Botoxtm Cosmetic patients whom have been treated 3-12 months before their Dysport treatment will be eligible for an additional $50 rebate.
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