Posts by Robert S. Bader, M.D., Dermatologist
Safe Sunscreen – What is safe and best to use
There have been many concerns in recent years over the safety of sunscreens. There are many safe sunscreens and all are not the same. Before we get into the details, let’s look at the recent issue of “contamination” with benzene. This has been found in at least 78 products made by Neutragena, Aveeno, Coppertone, and…
Read MorePhotodynamic Therapy for Actinic Keratosis: Is it worth the hype or isn’t it?
It seems like every Dermatologist is recommending photodynamic therapy (PDT) for the treatment of actinic keratosis to their patients these days. Why the sudden explosion with this treatment? Is it really that good? Is it really the best? Is it really what we should be recommending to our patients? The simple answer is yes and…
Read MoreThreads, Threads, and more Threads: reduce lines & tighten the cheeks and neck
First, we had Contour threads–a permanent suture that was placed under the skin to suspend or lift the skin of the face and forehead. This was a great product with excellent results that lasted years. Unfortunately, the procedure did require skill and less skilled surgeons began using the product with less than ideal results. As…
Read MorePilar Cysts on the Scalp removed in minutes
Pilar cysts are common, benign growths that commonly occur on the scalp. These are usually asymptomatic, but can occasionally be tender. Removal of these cysts is very simple. The area is numbed with a needle and cleansed. A linear incision is made and the cyst is removed. The wound is sutured closed. The entire procedure…
Read MoreVitamin reduces the risk of skin cancer
The prevention of the two most common types of skin cancer and pre-cancers is possible by taking an inexpensive, widely available, oral pill twice daily. Vitamin B3 , a supplement called nicotinamide, cut the rate of new squamous cell and basal cell carcinoma by 23% among patients who were at high risk for the development of…
Read MoreBrow’s falling after Botox: Why and how to avoid?
Parasitosis (“Bugs in my skin”)
Lipoma
A lipoma is a benign tumor comprised of mature fat that can appear anywhere on the body. These harmless tumors may increase in size and are occasionally tender (angiolipoma type). These can be removed surgically.
Read MoreFemale Pattern Alopecia
Female pattern hair loss affects most women, especially after menopause. There are many treatments available.
Read MoreBLACK SALVE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR SKIN CANCER
According to a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 74% of persons using black salve were not aware of the possible side effects of the remedy, including infection, scarring, and disfigurement. Black salve can destroy the top layer of skin, but most cancers lie beneath this layer and continue to grow.…
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