Archive for 'Microdermabrasion'
“Breakout” The SKINny on Acne
Posted on 17. Nov, 2010 by Sheryl Wilson ARNP-C.
Acne is the most common skin condition in America affecting 85% of those ages 12 to 25. Genetics play a big role in who will get acne and to what extent. For most, acne will usually resolve in your 30s or 40’s. We have several different types of follicles but only one is involved in […]
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Why are my cheeks flushed?
Posted on 14. Jul, 2010 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..
Rosacea is a common inflammatory disorder of the skin which can manifest itself in one of four ways.
Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea: Vascular components such as Telangectasia (small dilated blood vessels just below the surface of the skin) and erythema (redness of the skin).
Papulopustular rosacea: The acne component of pustules and papules.
Phymatous rosacea: Irregular nodularities of the nose. The nose becomes thicken and enlarged.
Occular rosacea: Inflammatory eye irritation.
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How Do I Get Rid of Stretch Marks?
Posted on 06. Apr, 2010 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..
The medical term for stretch marks is striae distensae. Usually these occur when the skin is abnormally stretched in a short amount of time for example rapid growth during puberty, pregnancy, or significant weight gain. During this process, the skin’s support structure of collagen and elastin breaks down and starts to rupture. Stretch marks usually create a tread-mark appearance of the skin that rarely returns to its original appearance. They can form anywhere on the skin, but most commonly appear on the arms, legs, stomach and buttocks.
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What are micro-peels?
Posted on 09. Mar, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..
A micro-peel is a skin care procedure that combines a microdermabrasion with a chemical peel. The procedure removes a micro-thin top layer of skin in order to regenerate the skin’s natural radiance, softness, smoothness and youth.
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Watch a Microdermabrasion Treatment
Posted on 29. Jan, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..