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Breast Reconstruction Surgery: When Is The Right Time?

October 31, 2014

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and while detection and treatment remain the primary focus, there is another breast cancer-related topic gaining traction–breast reconstruction. According to recent studies, the majority of breast cancer awareness advocates said breast cancer patients are often overwhelmed following treatment and are under-informed of the options available to them regarding breast […]

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Glycolic Acid Peels: Effective and Efficient Skin Resurfacing

October 23, 2014

Chemical peels have been applied to improve the appearance of the skin since ancient Egypt. Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) are a group of organic acids, some of which are derived from fruits and are sometimes referred to as fruit acids. List of AHAs and their natural derivatives: Glycolic Acid- sugar cane Lactic Acid- sour milk

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Burn Care: Simple Steps to Encourage Healing

September 22, 2014

Scald burns are some of the most common forms of burns. They are often partial thickness and can occur anywhere on the body. Scald burns usually happen from hot liquid spilling on the chest, face or hands. The degree of burn can vary with the type of liquid, with fat containing liquids having a higher

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Choosing the Right Anti-oxidant Serum for your Skin Type

September 14, 2014

Aging of the skin can lead to fine lines, wrinkles, and pigment changes. Damage from the sun, smoking and air pollution can further damage the skin. Sunscreens only prevent further damage from the sun, but anti-oxidants can both protect and reverse the effects of the environment and aging. Choosing the right anti-oxidant serum is important

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Five Facts About Bromelain: How about those (pine)apples?

September 1, 2014

Bromelain is naturally occurring compound extracted from the fruit and stems of pineapple. It’s positive effects on healing have been harnessed for centuries, and it has been studied for over 50 years. Bromelain has been recommended to post-surgical patients because of its potentially advantageous effects on swelling and healing. 1. What is Bromelain? It is

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Antioxidants and Sun Protection: Prevention of UV Skin Damage

July 23, 2014

The sun emits two forms of harmful ultraviolet radiation (UVA and UVB) which cause damage to the skin. Skin cancers, pigment changes and wrinkles are all effects of the sun’s harmful radiation. Protecting the skin from damage with sunscreen and sunblocks is a proven effective way to prevent the harmful effects of both UVA and

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Shedding some light on Sunscreens: FAQs about UV Protection

July 18, 2014

The topic of sunscreens and ultraviolet (UV) radiation protection can be very confusing. The bottom line is we should all be using some sort of topical protection from UV radiation exposure. Skin cancer accounts for over 50 % of cancers annually in the US, and there has been startling increases in skin cancers such as

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Liposuction for Men: Most Common Areas

July 7, 2014

Liposuction is a very common plastic procedure for both men and women. The most common treatment areas differ for the majority of female and male patients. Women often seek liposuction of the hips and thighs, where men commonly request liposuction of the chest and abdomen. This is likely from the different pattern of fat deposition

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Where do Skin Toners Fit Into Your Daily Skin Care Regimen?

July 3, 2014

Skin toners help to remove build up of dead skin cells, oils and make-up, as well as harmful toxins in the superficial layer of the skin. They also help to neutralize and lower the pH of the skin so that active topical agents can function correctly and penetrate into the skin. The toner step in

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Scar Revision vs. Scar Care: When to cut and when to care.

June 29, 2014

Scar formation is the bodies normal healing response to injury. Any break in the outer layers of the skin can lead to a scar. The normal phase of healing includes an inflammatory phase which signals collagen production. Initially, this collagen is immature and is then replaced by a more mature and organized collagen type. Over-production

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Breast Reconstruction Surgery: When Is The Right Time?

Glycolic Acid Peels: Effective and Efficient Skin Resurfacing

Burn Care: Simple Steps to Encourage Healing

Choosing the Right Anti-oxidant Serum for your Skin Type

Five Facts About Bromelain: How about those (pine)apples?

Antioxidants and Sun Protection: Prevention of UV Skin Damage

Shedding some light on Sunscreens: FAQs about UV Protection

Liposuction for Men: Most Common Areas

Where do Skin Toners Fit Into Your Daily Skin Care Regimen?

Scar Revision vs. Scar Care: When to cut and when to care.

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