Like dermabrasion, chemical peeling is used to rejuvenate sun-damaged skin. Chemical peeling can be performed to various depths using different concentrations of peeling solutions. The deeper the peel, the more effective the procedure but the greater the risk of complications. To obtain the best results from peeling, Retin-A should be used for several weeks beforehand. [...]

Grey and pasty skin indicates problems with the liver, gallbladder and lymphatic system. Acne vulgaris or Acne rosacea indicates liver or pancreas problems, or possibly that the bowel needs some special attention. A blotchy skin may suggest a congested liver. Skin that reminds us of crepe paper often indicates a deficiency of fatty acids. Thinning [...]

Etiology Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissues characterized by pain and erythema. The most common pathogens are Staphylococcus aureus and group A streptococci. Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Acinetobacter, Enterobacter, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa are more common in immunocompromised patients. Children younger than 3 years of age may develop Haemophilus influenzae group [...]

Patients often ask me if Botoxs is a painful procedure. Like with any type of pain, different people feel it differently. Also, I’ve found that people are sometimes more afraid of the unknown and once they have the treatment they’re surprised at how tolerable it was. Some other people, meanwhile, have a chronic fear of [...]