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Expert Tips & Wisdom

How To Use Topical Retinoids

by Malcolm Ke, MD
TRETINOIN, RETIN-A, ATRALIN, TAZORAC, DIFFERIN, ADAPALENE, RENOVA, EPIDUO, ZIANA, REFISSA, RENOVA Your medication may cause irritation. Over time, most people become more tolerant and have less ... More...

Laser Hair Removal

by Ilya Reyter, MD
Dermatology + Cosmetic Surgery Allan S. Wirtzer, MD, Medical Director There have been tremendous advances in recent years for laser removal of unwanted facial or body hair. Lasers produce inten... More...

Spider Veins at Lisa Benest M.D.

by Lisa Benest, MD
Smooth away the lines and wrinkles that make you look older than you feel. Our friendly and experience nurses will create an individualized skin care plan specifically designed for your skin type. Our... More...

Skin Cancer Tips with Lisa Benest M.D.

by Lisa Benest, MD
The skin is more than just a pretty face – it is the body’s largest organ. It protects the body against heat, sunlight, injury and infection. Over time, exposure to ultraviolet rays (from ... More...

Restylane® with Lisa Benest M.D.

by Lisa Benest, MD
Smooth away the lines and wrinkles that make you look older than you feel. Our friendly and experience nurses will create an individualized skin care plan specifically designed for your skin type. Our... More...

Wrinkle Treatment Options

by Lisa Benest, MD
Who doesn’t love a baby’s skin – so soft, smooth and perfect. But as we grow, our skin loses that perfection of youth and reflects our life experiences. Wrinkles, age spots and saggy... More...

Treatment of Basal Cell Skin Cancer

by Lisa Benest, MD
The most common methods for removing basal cell carcinoma (BCCs) are surgical excision (cutting it out) and curettage and desiccation (C&D) (scraping and burning). Larger skin cancers and diffi... More...

Biologics - Are They Right for You?

by Paul Yamauchi, MD, FAAD
If you have moderate to severe psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis, you've probably considered a biologic treatment. Dr. Paul Yamauchi, Medical director of Dermatology Institute and Skin Care Center ... More...

Adults Acne Treatment

by Lisa Benest, MD
While it is true that acne most commonly appears during the teenage years, it is just as true that a large percentage of individuals suffer from adult acne. In fact, figures show that as much as ... More...

The Acne Diet Connection

by Lisa Benest, MD
Most of us can relate to acne—who hasn’t had it to some degree.  However, unlike many of us who outgrow it in our teens, about fifty percent of individuals with acne still suffer well... More...

Restylane® Treatment For Wrinkles

by Lawrence Osman, MD
Restylane® is a very popular dermal filler used to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles on the face, fill hollows, and to enhance the lips. It is made of hyaluronic acid, a product naturall... More...

Acne Treatment with Topical Retinoids

by Lisa Benest, MD
Topical Retinoids (vitamin A related creams) play an integral role in the treatment and also prevention of acne. The most well known retinoid is Retin A®, now available as a generic. Many other brand... More...

Bleach Baths for Atopic Dermatitis

by Lisa Benest, MD
I do not recommend bleach baths for atopic dermatitis. The rationale for bleach baths (very dilute bleach in the bathtub) is that the bleach helps to kill the bacteria on the skin. This does seem to w... More...

Patient Education

Adult Acne Treatment Options

The surge of hormones that triggers puberty also triggers acne. But once your hormones settle, your skin often does, too. But that’s not always the case. Many adults still have acne outbreaks... More...

BOTOX COSMETIC® for DYNAMIC WRINKLING

WHAT IS BOTULINUM TOXIN? It is a toxin secreted by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It can cause severe problems if ingested or injected in high doses. It has been used for decades to relieve m... More...

Chemical Peels at Lisa Benest M.D.

Smooth away the lines and wrinkles that make you look older than you feel. Our friendly and experience nurses will create an individualized skin care plan specifically designed for your skin type. Our... More...

CoolSculpting Treatment Overview

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING COOLSCULPTING CoolSculpting is a non-surgical procedure that may take from one to several hours, depending on your treatment plan. No topical anesthesia or pain medication is ... More...

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) with Lisa Benest M.D.

Improving one’s appearance can promote an inner confidence that projects a more positive image to the world. Whether restoring a more youthful look to your skin, getting a laser treatment for th... More...

Juvederm® with Lisa Benest M.D.

Smooth away the lines and wrinkles that make you look older than you feel. Our friendly and experience nurses will create an individualized skin care plan specifically designed for your skin type. Our... More...

Laser and Light Therapies for Acne with Lisa Benest M.D.

Improving one’s appearance can promote an inner confidence that projects a more positive image to the world. Whether restoring a more youthful look to your skin, getting a laser treatment for th... More...

Laser Hair Removal with Lisa Benest M.D.

Improving one’s appearance can promote an inner confidence that projects a more positive image to the world. Whether restoring a more youthful look to your skin, getting a laser treatment for th... More...

Our Thoughts on Coolsculpting

When diet and exercise alone aren’t enough to trim the fat, CoolSculpting® comes to the rescue. CoolSculpting is a non-invasive body sculpting technique that gives you control over your phys... More...

Rosacea Skin Care

Allan S. Wirtzer, MD, Medical Director What Are Some Rosacea Self-Care Tips? The chronic, relapsing nature of rosacea makes it a particularly vexing disorder to keep under control. Flare-ups, se... More...

Scabies

Dermatology + Cosmetic Surgery. Allan S. Wirtzer, MD, Medical Director Scabies is an infestation of the skin with the microscopic mite Sarcoptes scabei. Infestation is common, found wo... More...

Skin Cancer

Dermatology + Cosmetic Surgery Allan S. Wirtzer, MD, Medical Director   Skin cancer occurs when skin cells start growing abnormally, causing cancerous growths. Most skin can... More...

Sunscreens - Overview

Sunscreens are an essential tool for preventing skin aging and skin cancers. Sun damaged skin shows wrinkling, is less elastic and sags as well as appears sallow and leathery. In addition, broken bloo... More...