Glossary

Patients in the Shorewood, Illinois area experiencing problems with cellulite are encouraged to speak with a medical professional at a reputable clinic in their area to discuss the condition and its possible solutions. Cellulite, contrary to what many may believe, is actually a skin condition and is ...Continue Reading

In Chevy Chase, Maryland and throughout the country, laser technology has helped physicians, surgeons and members throughout the healthcare field better treat patients. Lasers are often used for their precision and the control they offer. Many laser treatments are now commonly used to replace more t ...Continue Reading

Psoriasis is a very common skin disorder in North America. This inflammatory skin disorder is characterized into 5 sub divisions, each with unique signs and symptoms. Plaque psoriasis. The most common type of psoriasis is the plaque form. Here one can see large red scaly lesions with silvery scale ...Continue Reading

There are many different types of skin rashes. Dermatitis, also called eczema, is a common rash characterized by dryness, redness, swelling and itching. In some cases, excess scratching of the rash can lead to occurrence of blistering and oozing (weeping) from the rash. The most common form of ecz ...Continue Reading

There are many substances which are used as permanent lip implants. The most common implants include:- Advanta- AlloDerm- Dermal grafts- Fascia Grafts- Gore-Tex- SoftForm- Tendon Grafts- UltraSoft. Gore-Tex, SoftForm, UltraSoft and Advanta are made of a plastic like material called polytetrafluoroet ...Continue Reading

Melanin is a natural pigment that gives your skin its color. It is produced in cells called melanocytes which are generally found in the lower layers of the skin's second layer (dermis). Melanin is then transported to the surface cells of your skin. Normally, melanin is distributed evenly, but somet ...Continue Reading

In Cranston, Rhode Island many patients have found success through laser hair removal. This procedure has helped many rid themselves of unwanted hair through the use of safe, proven laser technology. Lasers are used throughout the medical field for a variety of applications. They are used in ophthal ...Continue Reading

Breast augmentation has been developed into an art form and the results are excellent for the majority of women. The type of implant which is best for you and the size you desire are greatly influenced by your body type, breast anatomy and the size you want. Other factors which play a role in the ty ...Continue Reading

Even though all alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) are derived from one major subgroup with a related chemical structure, each is derived from a different source. Further each of these acids has a slightly different action and usesGLYCOLIC ACID: This is the most common and widely used acid for skin rejuvenat ...Continue Reading

Fractional skin resurfacing with the laser is now a frequently sought out procedure by many individuals in North America. Unlike the past decade, we now have a variety of lasers which can be used for fractional skin resurfacing.The basic principle in fractional skin resurfacing is that only a certai ...Continue Reading