Just as a cardiologist uses a stethoscope to help differentiate a normal heart sound from something more sinister, the dermatologist’s tool when examining the skin is the dermatoscope – yes, that fancy light looking thing. I carry mine around all day, and look at every atypical looking mole with this essential device. Not surprisingly, patients […]
Skincare Habits to Adopt in the New Year
With 2019 upon us, if improving your skin health is not part of your New Year goals, it’s not too late to add to optimal skin care habits to your 2019 resolutions. Although weight control tops most lists for health-related resolutions, having fresh, radiant skin is just as important to look and feel your best […]
Are Hormones Causing Your Adult Acne?
When investigating the causes of acne, what happens on the inside of the body is as important as what’s going on with the outside. Hormones, which are chemical messengers traveling thru the body directing complex procedures like metabolism and growth have a significant role. This role is especially true during puberty when girls and boys […]
Discover Lasting Beauty That’s More Than Skin Deep
At Burt & Will Plastic Surgery and Dermatology, we have an extensive list of dermatology services, ranging from acne treatments to skin cancer screening and treatments. These services will enhance your skin’s health and appearance without surgery and will help identify skin cancer or infections. Your skin is the largest organ in your body, so […]
Give the Gift of Perfect Skin with ZO Skin Health
Tis the season of giving. More importantly, it’s the season of finding the perfect gift for that special somebody. For women who care about their appearance and skin health, this gift may include solutions which resolve certain cosmetic issues. Most women are looking for products which will help them with their skin health and appearance. […]
Diminish Acne Scarring with Dermal Fillers
Typically, dermal fillers are used to restore volume and resolve facial wrinkles and fines lines that come with aging. However, these popular injectables are also highly effective at smoothing uneven skin texture resulting from acne scarring. Our board-certified physicians and surgeons use products like such Juvéderm®, Radiesse®, Restylane®, and Sculptra® for diminishing unwanted acne scars. […]
Unmasking and Treating Melasma
Often called the pregnancy mask, melasma is a skin pigmentation disorder which affects patients of all skin types making them feel unattractive and self-conscious. It is most common with women with darker skin tones which adds difficulty in treating this chronic skin disorder. Many dermatologists list it as the most common skin disorder next […]
Is Your At-Home Skincare Routine Cutting it?
Is your medicine cabinet filled with facial scrubs, masks, and peels? And if so, are they cutting it when it comes to delivering clean and healthy skin? More times than not, clogged pores, dull complexion, acne, and other chronic skin issues require the services of a skin care professional. Here’s why: Education and Training Although […]
Psoriasis: Triggers and Treatments
Approximately 7.5 million people in the United States have psoriasis. This chronic autoimmune skin condition results from the rapid buildup of skin cells, causing redness and scaling on the skin surface. The scales start with a white, silverish hue and develop into thick, red patches which may crack and bleed. The normal life cycle of […]
Getting Relief from Eczema
Eczema is a skin condition that shows itself in rashes where the skin appears red, dry, scaly, and itchy. It can be inherent in the way the skin has been built, or it could have developed due to outside environmental factors. Either way, there are several ways that patients can get relief. Read our infographic below to […]
