Sarasota Dermatology Blog

What are micro-peels?

Posted on 09. Mar, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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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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Longer Lashes are Here with Latisse

Posted on 04. Mar, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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Many of my patients have been hoping for a product that can make long, thick, darker lashes. Allergan (the drug maker that brought Botox to the market) has created Latisse, a new product that everyone is talking about.

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Shingles and the Shingles Vaccine

Posted on 01. Mar, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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I’ve had many patients ask me about shingles. How do you get shingles? What are the symptoms? Is there a cure? As a Dermatologist, I thought I should provide a little information about shingles and let everyone know there is a vaccine available.

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What are Chemical Peels?

Posted on 27. Feb, 2009 by Esthetician.

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A chemical peel is simply applying a safe but effective chemical solution to cause chemical exfoliation of the epidermis, or outer layer of the skin. As a licensed esthetician, I use chemical solutions like glycolic acid, lactic acid, salicylic, trichloroacetic acid (TCA), or Skin Medica’s Vitalize Peel to remove damaged outer layers of facial skin. The result is a smoother more even complexion.

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Don’t Shampoo Your Body

Posted on 24. Feb, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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The state of our economy is causing a lot of Americans to find ways to cut corners to save a few extra dollars. I’ve noticed that more of my patients, usually men, are using their shampoo to wash their body. This may be a convenient money saver, but it is a bad idea.

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Back to School Skin Care

Posted on 16. Feb, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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Summer ends bringing that time of year when students all over the country are going back to school. I have found one of the things on a student’s worry list is how their skin looks, especially the skin on their face.

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Sun Protection Tips for Golfers

Posted on 15. Feb, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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All golfers want to lower their golf score. Now it’s time to drive down your risk of skin cancer by protecting yourself from the sun’s harmful rays. You’ll appreciate avoiding that painful sunburn and potentially dangerous skin cancer in the future.

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Melanoma, Early Detection is the Key

Posted on 14. Feb, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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One American dies from melanoma about every hour. If detected in the early stages, melanoma usually can be treated successfully.

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Take Action To Prevent Skin Cancer

Posted on 11. Feb, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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There are a number of things one can do to reduce their chance of developing skin cancer, especially non-melanoma skin cancer. The most important action one can take to protect themselves is to minimize your time in the sun.

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Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, And Poison Sumac Rashes

Posted on 09. Feb, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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For many of my patients, the first realization that they might have come in contact with poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac, occurs when they consult with me about a rash that they have developed. These vicious weeds are the single most common cause of allergic reactions in the United States