There are some that jowls and wrinkles look great on. Bulldogs, for example. Or mastiffs. Their jowls are cute. And who doesn't love a shar-pei's wrinkled fur? Adorable.
But I have never met a woman (or man, for that matter) who loves their jowls or wrinkled neck. For those who are not ready for plastic surgery, Thermage is a great option. Thermage uses radio frequency energy to stimulate collagen and tighten skin. It take about 6 months to see results following a single treatment. There is little to no downtime, and it's noninvasive- no needles or cutting.
In addition to the lower face and neck, Thermage can be performed around the eyes and on the eyelids to tighten loose, wrinkled skin. It can also help tighten loose skin on the abdomen and upper extremities.
Thanks to amazing technology available today, we can keep loose skin where it belongs- on our furry friends!
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Monday, May 14, 2012
Simple but true!
Sometimes skin care follows the "kiss" principle....
1. Soaking toenails in a mix of white vinegar and water can help improve nail fungus.
2. Duct tape can help warts disappear.
3. Crisco is a great skin moisturizer -especially for those with eczema.
4. Olive oil heals ragged cuticles.
5. Pressure stops bleeding.
6. Vaseline and a band aid heal wounds.
7. And the key to looking young? Sunscreen!
Oh- and laughing often, breathing, eating a healthy diet rich in antioxidants, using a retinoid cream (not if pregnant or nursing), drinking water, exercising, and not sweating the small stuff. And sunscreen!
1. Soaking toenails in a mix of white vinegar and water can help improve nail fungus.
2. Duct tape can help warts disappear.
3. Crisco is a great skin moisturizer -especially for those with eczema.
4. Olive oil heals ragged cuticles.
5. Pressure stops bleeding.
6. Vaseline and a band aid heal wounds.
7. And the key to looking young? Sunscreen!
Oh- and laughing often, breathing, eating a healthy diet rich in antioxidants, using a retinoid cream (not if pregnant or nursing), drinking water, exercising, and not sweating the small stuff. And sunscreen!
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
One less word
I love my job as a dermatologist. But there is nothing I love about having to tell someone that they have melanoma. Despite the good prognosis when caught early, melanoma is a word that no one wants to hear.
So wouldn't it be great if no one had to hear it?
May is Melanoma Awareness month. Do yourself a favor and have your skin examined by a dermatologist. Encourage your friends and family to do the same. Take care of your skin: wear sunscreen, sun protective clothing, and avoid the sun during peak hours. And please, please, don't use tanning beds. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, indoor UV tanners are 74% more likely to develop melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, than those who have never tanned indoors. That's a big increase. And believe it or not, there are still plenty of people out there using tanning beds, despite all the info about how dangerous they are. Trust me - I see it every day.
So, protect your and your loved one's skin. And let's make that word go away.
So wouldn't it be great if no one had to hear it?
May is Melanoma Awareness month. Do yourself a favor and have your skin examined by a dermatologist. Encourage your friends and family to do the same. Take care of your skin: wear sunscreen, sun protective clothing, and avoid the sun during peak hours. And please, please, don't use tanning beds. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, indoor UV tanners are 74% more likely to develop melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, than those who have never tanned indoors. That's a big increase. And believe it or not, there are still plenty of people out there using tanning beds, despite all the info about how dangerous they are. Trust me - I see it every day.
So, protect your and your loved one's skin. And let's make that word go away.
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