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Expert Tips & Wisdom
Cosmetic Procedures in a Spa or Salon – Factors to Consider
by Lawrence Parish, MD
As the quest for the perfect body and a flawless face continues, many consumers have turned to salons, spas, and malls to enhance their appearance at bargain prices. While all cosmetic procedures are ...
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Chemical Peels
by Lawrence Parish, MD
What is a chemical peel?
This is a surgical procedure involving the use of different chemicals such as aquaglycolic acid or trichloracetic acid. The trichloracetic peel results in a deeper peel tha...
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Thoughts on Alopecia Areata
by Lawrence Parish, MD
Causes
The cause of alopecia areata is not known. Diet, stress, and even infection (ringworm) have been considered in the past. Most likely, there is an immunologic phenomenon that results in const...
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Primary Irritant Dermatitis and Secondary Allergic Dermatitis
by Lawrence Parish, MD
Primary Irritant Dermatitis
This is the result of a chemical that will cause dermatitis for everyone who comes in contact with it. Examples are soap, when the skin is scrubbed too much, or bleac...
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Thoughts on Psoriasis
by Lawrence Parish, MD
Psoriasis can appear at any age and is characterized by red scaling plaques that are often on the elbows and knees. Other areas may include the scalp, back,
chest, abdomen, arms, and legs. The condit...
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