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Archive for February, 2010

Martha & Me, Weddings Spring 2010: Notes from a San Francisco Bay Area Dermatologist

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Do you know someone or do you have a wedding that you are preparing for in the near future?  If so, don’t forget to make getting your skin in picture perfect shape part of your plans.  Check out the Martha Stewart Weddings Spring 2010 issue for an interview I did with the magazine on brides-to-be.  It includes recommendations and tips on how to prepare for the big day.  Brides have enough to worry about on their wedding day without stressing about their skin.  I truly enjoy helping brides create a treatment plan that is effective, budget friendly and helps them look their best,  especially when I get to see the beautiful pictures from the wedding afterward!  Hope you enjoy the article.

 

“Jersey Shore” Tanning Intervention: Notes from a San Francisco Bay Area Dermatologist

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

Having two teenagers, you learn to stay up on what today’s youth is watching, listening to and surfing for, especially if it can impact them negatively.  A recent trend among the younger set is watching the MTV reality show “Jersey Shore.”  While I can’t say I’ve actually watched this show myself, I’ll admit to being familiar with images of the cast that I’ve seen on magazines and television excerpts, mostly because of the shock and concern I feel for them and their overly tanned skin.  When I learned of the “tanning intervention” that the TV show “Extra” had with the cast, I was delighted.  These young adults are not only ruining their skin and dramatically increasing their chances of skin cancer with their tanning habits, but they can potentially influence viewers into thinking tanning is “cool” - a dangerous trend.  Check out this clip from Extra and share it with someone who needs to know about the dangers of tanning!

 

Zeltiq on ABC News! Notes from a San Francisco Bay Area Dermatologist

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

We’ve been excited about the Zeltiq targeted fat reduction treatment since we began using the device in December and have often discussed it in our blog.  It has once again come up in the mainstream media as a new way to help whittle our middles and as an alternative to liposuction.  Check out the video from ABC News on February 16th to see the Zeltiq in action!  Please contact our office for more details about the procedure.

 

My Eyes Love the Opal! Notes from a San Francisco Bay Area Dermatologist

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

My new favorite product from the Clarisonic line of products is the Opal Sonic Infusion System!  I’ve been using this device for over a month now and feel it has given the skin around my eyes a fresh look.  This area of skin is notorious for being poor quality, especially as we age.  I always say that if there were something to eliminate under eye wrinkles then I wouldn’t have any!  While the Opal cannot eliminate eye wrinkles either, it does make the skin under my eyes area appear smoother, softer and less puffy.

The Opal is a small hand held device that uses sonic vibrations to infuse an anti-aging serum into the skin.  I like to use mine first thing in the morning to “awaken” my eyes, although it can be used anytime and as often as you like.  The benefits of the Opal, like increased firmness and wrinkle softening can be seen right after using it and last for hours.  These results also start to build over time and lead to improved texture in this tricky area.  Any skin type can benefit from the Opal.  Its another at home device to help keep your skin a few steps ahead in the anti-aging game!  Please contact our office for a free demo or more details.

 

Dermatology - One of the Most Satisfying Specialties: Notes from a San Francisco Bay Area Dermatologist

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

A recent study conducted by UC Davis has found that dermatology ranks as one of the most satisfying medical specialties to practice.  One of the reasons dermatology tops the charts is its diversity, ranging from medical to aesthetic.  This couldn’t be more true for my practice.  Being able to help a patient suffering from acne or skin cancer to advising another on choosing a cosmetic treatment right for them is one aspect of my job that I enjoy immensely.  There is nothing more satisfying than helping patients set and achieve their skin goals, seeing them through the process from beginning to end.  Its the relationships I have with my patients who are of all ages and walks of life that always keep me smiling.

 

Isolaz for Rosacea Treatment on Good Morning America: Notes from a San Francisco Bay Area Dermatologist

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Not only has the Isolaz treatment been beneficial to my patients suffering from acne, but it is also an excellent treatment for rosacea as highlighted in this clip from Good Morning America.  The features of Isolaz treatments that I like best are that they are safe and effective for all skin types, they are painless, there is no downtime and there is an overall improvement in the skin’s appearance.  Call our office for more details!

 

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