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Cosmetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Treatments, Skin 101, Skin Care

Fresh Face: The Benefits of HydraFacial

Posted on February 2, 2022August 20, 2023 by MetroDerm
Fresh Face: The Benefits of Microdermabrasion
One of the most requested cosmetic procedures today is microdermabrasion, which is effective at erasing or minimizing fine lines; rough, uneven skin texture; acne scarring; and more....
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Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Treatments, Skin 101, Skin Care
Body, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101

Who Gets the Most from a Mommy Makeover

Posted on January 26, 2022August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
Who Gets the Most from a Mommy Makeover
A mommy makeover can take shape from a tummy tuck, breast lift, liposuction, facial re-freshening, or any combination that suits a woman’s goals....
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Posted in Body, Plastic Surgery, Skin 101
Body

A Tone to Fit the Shape

Posted on January 19, 2022August 8, 2023 by MetroDerm
A Tone to Fit the Shape
The more we succeed at weight loss, the more likely it is that there may be one more step to take in achieving the shape we were working for....
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Posted in Body
Skin 101, Skin Care

5 Foods for a Flourishing Face

Posted on January 12, 2022August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
5 Foods for a Flourishing Face
Nutrition can have a profound effect on the skin’s health, texture, resilience, and the longevity of a youthful appearance....
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Posted in Skin 101, Skin Care
Breasts

The Many Benefits of Breast Augmentation

Posted on January 5, 2022August 8, 2023 by MetroDerm
More than 300,000 women will get breast implants this year, nearly a 40% increase since 2000 and still rising steadily....
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Skin 101, Skin Care

A Winter Note from Hollywood

Posted on December 22, 2021August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
Winter is unofficial laser season in Hollywood, because skin can be especially sensitive to sun after treatment, and the shorter daylight hours of winter are a natural help in getting the best results....
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Posted in Skin 101, Skin Care
Face

Rhinoplasty: How Grace and Empathy Found the Answer

Posted on December 15, 2021 by MetroDerm
Rhinoplasty: How Grace and Empathy Found the Answer
As the central feature, the nose plays a powerful part in making the other features of the face seem to fit....
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Cosmetic Dermatology, Injectables, Skin 101, Skin Cancer

Botox and Beyond: Having the Last Laugh

Posted on December 8, 2021August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
Botox and Beyond – Having the Last Laugh
Laugh lines and deep wrinkles are far easier to address and with a more natural treatment, thanks to a proven generation of FDA-approved fillers....
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Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology, Injectables, Skin 101, Skin Cancer
Face

Chin Implant Surgery: A Fundamental Shape

Posted on December 1, 2021 by MetroDerm
Chin Implant Surgery: A Fundamental Shape
Although the nose does occupy center stage on a person’s face, when it is considered carefully, people sometimes conclude that improving the chin can do as much or more for a harmonious and pleasing appearance. ...
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Face

Facelifts and the Basics of Feeling Good

Posted on November 24, 2021August 8, 2023 by MetroDerm
Facelifts and the Basics of Feeling Good
The foundation of a great facelift comes from knowing the underlying causes that change our appearance with age. And like beauty itself, those causes are more than skin deep....
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Skin 101, Skin Cancer

What Mom Never Said About Skin Cancer

Posted on November 17, 2021August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
What Mom Never Said About Skin Cancer
It is unlikely your mother ever said, “Get undressed in somebody’s office once a year.” Nevertheless, if she did, then that might be one of the most important instructions she gave....
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Posted in Skin 101, Skin Cancer
Face

Brow Lifts: A Two-Way Answer for Looking Good

Posted on November 10, 2021August 8, 2023 by MetroDerm
Brow Lifts: A Two-Way Answer for Looking Good
Not only our natural expressions, but gravity too has an outsized influence on the eyebrows and eyelids. Because of the delicacy of the tissues on the surface and below the skin, they may droop surprisingly early in life....
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Medical Dermatology, Skin 101

Food Allergies and Eczema – Are They Related?

Posted on November 8, 2021August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
Food Allergies and Eczema – Are They Related?
It is unlikely your mother ever said, “Get undressed in somebody’s office once a year.” Nevertheless, if she did, then that might be one of the most important instructions she gave....
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Posted in Medical Dermatology, Skin 101
Skin 101, Skin Care

Repairing the Damage Summer Left Behind

Posted on September 8, 2021August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
Repairing the Damage Summer Left Behind
Whether we are leaving summer behind with fond memories or wistful regrets, one thing that summer is almost surely leaving us with is some degree of skin damage. ...
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Posted in Skin 101, Skin Care
Skin 101, Skin Care

What Your Skin Needs to Know About Summer

Posted on July 6, 2021August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
Getting our skin ready for summer involves changing our habits a bit, and maybe changing our minds a little, too....
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Cosmetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Treatments, Skin 101

Choosing Between Aesthetic Medicine Treatment or Dermatology

Posted on November 8, 2020August 20, 2023 by MetroDerm
Find out what aesthetic medicine is and when the best time to seek it. Learn the procedures that define it and how MetroDerm offers it....
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Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Treatments, Skin 101
Skin 101, Skin Care

Save Your Skin from Aging and Other Conditions

Posted on June 15, 2018August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
Overexposure to the sun breaks down connective tissue, causing skin to wrinkle, sag, and become leathery. Using sun protection is the fix....
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Skin 101, Skin Care

The Dangers of the Tanning Bed

Posted on May 29, 2018August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
Once spring arrives and it’s time for a wardrobe change, some individuals hit the tanning booth. The message from experts: “Don’t do it.”...
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Skin 101, Skin Cancer

Who is at Risk to Develop Skin Cancer?

Posted on March 28, 2018August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
There's a number of risk factors that contribute to skin cancer. Learn if you're at risk and find out what you can do to protect yourself....
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Posted in Skin 101, Skin Cancer
Mohs Surgery, Skin 101

Mohs Surgery: A Highly Specialized Surgery

Posted on January 31, 2018August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
Mohs micrographic surgery, also known as Mohs chemosurgery, is a highly specialized procedure for the total removal of skin cancers....
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Mohs Surgery, Skin 101

Should Mohs Surgery Be Used to Treat All Skin Cancers?

Posted on December 4, 2017August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
Should Mohs surgery to treat all skin cancers? Even though Mohs surgery has the highest cure rate, the answer to this question is no....
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Mohs Surgery, Skin 101

Why Should You Use an ACMS Surgeon for Mohs Surgery?

Posted on July 20, 2016August 13, 2023 by MetroDerm
While any board-certified dermatologist can perform Mohs surgery, those without ACMS certification may lack the extensive training required....
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      • Restylane® Family of Fillers
      • Sculptra® Aesthetic
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      • 1540 Non-Ablative Fractional Laser Resurfacing
      • CoolSculpting®
      • CoolTone
      • Fractional CO2 Laser
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      • Morpheus8
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