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Mohs Surgery, Skin 101

Mohs Surgery vs. Traditional Excision for Skin Cancer

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Mohs Surgery vs. Traditional Excision for Skin Cancer
If you have skin cancer, you have treatment options, including Mohs surgery and traditional excisions. What's the difference? We'll sort it out....
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Posted in Mohs Surgery, Skin 101
Face, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101

How to Prepare for a Facelift in Atlanta

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How to Prepare for a Facelift in Atlanta
Two of the best facelift plastic surgeons in the nation are right here at the Center for Plastic Surgery. Get their tips for how to prepare for this surgery....
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Posted in Face, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101
Skin 101, Skin Cancer

How to Protect Yourself from Skin Cancer in Atlanta

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How to Protect Yourself from Skin Cancer in Atlanta
The summer sun in Atlanta can be brutal, but this isn't the only time of year you should protect yourself from skin cancer....
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Posted in Skin 101, Skin Cancer
News

We Wish Nina Singh a Fond Farewell

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Nina's decision to leave the MetroDerm family to spend more time with my husband and two kids is bittersweet, as she has loved her time her....
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Cosmetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Treatments, Skin 101

Happy Hair Loss Awareness Month – or Not

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Happy Hair Loss Month – or Not
If you're suffering from hair loss, then National Hair Loss Month is nothing to cheer about. Here's something to celebrate: Microneedling with PRP, which can help halt hair loss in its tracks....
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Mohs Surgery, Skin 101

Everything You Should Know About Mohs Surgery in Atlanta

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Everything You Should Know About Mohs Surgery in Atlanta
Mohs surgery in Atlanta offers the advantages of single-visit, outpatient surgery, local anesthesia, and lab work for progressive diagnosis....
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Face, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101

Different Types of Facelifts

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Different Types of Facelifts
For Atlanta facelifts, you can choose a mini facelift and a standard facelift, although other options – such as FaceTite – might be offered....
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Posted in Face, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101
Skin 101, Skin Cancer

6 Surprising Places Skin Cancer Develops

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6 Surprising Places Skin Cancer Develops
Skin cancer is by far the most common form of cancer in Atlanta and the U.S., partially because of all the places skin cancer can occur....
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Medical Dermatology, Skin 101

The Importance of a Board-Certified Atlanta Dermatologist

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The Importance of a Board-Certified Atlanta Dermatologist
The many reasons for preferring a board-certified Atlanta dermatologist could all be grouped under one heading: Because you never know. ...
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Mohs Surgery, Skin 101

What is Mohs Surgery?

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What is Mohs Surgery?
Mohs surgery offers the advantages of single-visit, outpatient surgery, local anesthesia, and lab work for progressive diagnosis that is done in real time and on site....
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Body, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101

Considering an Arm Lift? Here’s What’s to Know

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Considering an Arm Lift? Here’s What’s to Know
No matter how many triceps exercises we do, or how nearly we reach our “ideal” weight, for many of us the flesh of the upper arms is one of those places that can defy the benefits of diet and exercise....
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Posted in Body, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101
Face, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101

The Magic of Morpheus 8

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Adding radiofrequency energy to the microneedling process, via a treatment called Morpheus8, is a way to address issues lying deeper within and under the skin....
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Skin 101, Skin Cancer

The ABCDEs of Skin Cancer in Atlanta

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The ABCDEs of Skin Cancer in Atlanta
Atlanta’s season in the sun is practically endless, and yet with this vast advantage we must recognize a hazard that comes with it, hand in hand....
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Skin 101, Skin Care

Father’s Day 2022 Gift Guide

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Father's Day 2022 Gift Guide
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 19, and if you’re looking to give your dad something different – not another spatula set for the backyard grill – then it’s time to consider sending him to the med spa....
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Medical Dermatology, Skin 101

Summer Relief for Rosacea Sufferers

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Summer Relief for Rosacea Sufferers
Ignoring the redness and inflammation of rosacea is not a good idea at any time, and yet come summer, those afflicted with it are more conscious of the condition than ever....
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Body, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101

Why Women Love Brazilian Butt Lifts

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Why Women Love Brazilian Butt Lifts
The results of a Brazilian butt lift transform derrieres that might be small, flat, asymmetrical, or sagging. Because of the personalized flexibility of this procedure, most people who select it are very pleased with the results....
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Posted in Body, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101
Skin Cancer

What to Know About Atlanta’s Summer Sun

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What to Know About Atlanta’s Summer Sun
The most serious reason of all to adapt with caution to Atlanta’s summer sun is the effect of UV radiation – skin cancer....
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Cosmetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Treatments, Face, Skin 101

Marvel at the Magic of SkinPen Microneedling

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Marvel at the Magic of SkinPen Microneedling
When microneedling was introduced, it was considered a breakthrough, but it offered room for improvement, and here is where the magic of SkinPen microneedling appeared. ...
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Skin 101, Skin Cancer

What are the Risk Factors for Melanoma?

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What are the Risk Factors for Melanoma?
With May being Melanoma Awareness month, the MetroDerm team wants to share important information regarding melanoma....
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Posted in Skin 101, Skin Cancer
Cosmetic Dermatology, Injectables, Skin 101

Lose that Double Chin Forever

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Lose that Double Chin Forever
Kybella offers a non-surgical solution for fat reduction in the chin that is so specific, you might say that making double chins disappear is a specialty....
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Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology, Injectables, Skin 101
Body, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101

Isn’t it Time to Focus on You?

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Isn’t it Time to Focus on You?
With spring in full bloom, we see again nature’s powers to renew itself. It’s a great time to reflect on yourself and to consider those refreshing procedures that folks call a mommy makeover....
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Cosmetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Treatments, Skin 101

One Step Away from a Cool Summer

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One Step Away from a Cool Summer
Whether your goal is to be beach-ready in time for summer or to look your best at a wedding, a reunion, or a special occasion, CoolSculpting can pay dividends....
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Breasts, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101

Are You Ready for Bikini Season?

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The season of beaches and boats and bikinis might not seem to come soon enough, which is why many women are thinking about breast augmentations now....
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Posted in Breasts, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101
Skin Cancer

Do I Need a Skin Cancer Screening?

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Do I Need a Skin Cancer Screening?
MetroDerm and its board-certified dermatologists suggest annual skin cancer screening exams to combat the growing risk of contracting skin cancer....
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Cosmetic Dermatology, Injectables, Skin 101, Skin Care

Prepare Your Face for Spring with a HydraFacial

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Prepare Your Face for Spring with a HydraFacial
The worst of winter is behind us now, which means this is the perfect time to prepare your face for spring with a HydraFacial....
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Face, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101

Facial Implants: When Injectables are Not Enough

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Facial Implants: When Injectables are Not Enough
Sometimes it’s the outline of the face – the proportion and balance – that holds the key to reaching a person’s aesthetic goals. If injectables aren't enough, then facial implants might be the answer....
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Skin 101, Skin Care

Let’s Talk About Dry Skin

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Let’s Talk About Dry Skin
It’s a time of year when even those of us who never needed moisturizer discover that the winter is like a conspiracy of forces dedicated to drying our skin....
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Face, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101

Why Neck Lifts Work So Well

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A droopy neck can shout signs of age. Fortunately, a firm neckline can testify just as powerfully that you are indeed as young as you feel....
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      • Aging Skin
      • Allergic Skin Reactions
      • Angiomas
      • Athlete’s Foot
      • Clinical Trials
      • Dermatopathology
    • This text is hidden
      • Dry Skin
      • Eczema (Dermatitis)
      • Endovenous Laser Vein Treatment
      • Hair Loss
      • Hair Transplant
      • Hives
      • Hyperhidrosis
      • Keratosis Pilaris
      • Melanoma
    • This Heading is hidden
      • Melasma
      • Moles
      • Pediatric Dermatology
      • Pigmentation Disorders
      • Psoriasis
      • Rashes & Itching
      • Ringworm
      • Rosacea
      • Sclerotherapy
    • This header is hidden
      • Seborrheic Dermatitis
      • Seborrheic Keratosis
      • Shingles
      • Skin Cancer
      • Varicose Veins
      • Vascular Ultrasound
      • Vein Ligation and Stripping
      • Vein Treatments
      • Warts
  • Plastic Surgery
    • Breast
      • Breast Augmentation
      • Breast Lift
      • Breast Reconstruction
      • Breast Reduction
      • Breast Revision
    • Body
      • Arm Lift
      • Body Lift
      • BodyTite
      • Brazilian Butt Lift
      • Gynecomastia
      • Labiaplasty
      • Liposuction
      • Mommy Makeover
      • Transgender
      • Tummy Tuck
    • Face
      • Brow Lift
      • Chin Augmentation
      • Earlobe Repair
      • Ear Pinning
      • Eyelift
      • Facelift
      • FaceTite
      • Laser Skin Resurfacing
      • Neck Lift
      • Rhinoplasty
      • Septoplasty
  • Cosmetic
    • Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery Specials
      • October Golden Gala Event
      • This Heading is hidden
    • Injectables & Fillers
      • Belotero
      • BOTOX® Cosmetic & Dysport®
      • JUVÉDERM® Family of Fillers
      • KYBELLA®
      • Radiesse®
      • Restylane® Family of Fillers
      • Sculptra® Aesthetic
    • Laser/Light Treatments
      • 1540 Non-Ablative Fractional Laser Resurfacing
      • CoolSculpting®
      • CoolTone
      • Fractional CO2 Laser
      • IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
      • Laser Hair Removal
      • Laser Skin Resurfacing
      • Morpheus8
    • Other Cosmetic Services
      • Chemical Peels
      • Dermabrasion
      • HydraFacial
      • Red Spots & Facial Vein Treatments
      • Skin Care Products
      • SkinPen® Microneedling
      • Vein Treatments
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    • MetroDerm
      • Alpharetta
      • Atlanta/Sandy Springs
      • Buckhead
      • Hiram
      • Lilburn
    • Center for Plastic Surgery
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