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VENOUS LAKE - NECK Venous lakes are common benign skin lesions that appear on areas such as the ears, face, and neck. They are caused by dilated blood vessels and present as blue or dark purple, raised, and soft to the touch. They can vary in size from small to large. Many people may find venous lakes on the neck…
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VENOUS LAKE - EAR Venous lakes are benign, slow-flow vascular lesions that commonly appear on the ears, but can also occur on the face, lips, and other parts of the body. They are caused by dilated blood vessels, typically appearing as blue or dark purple, raised, and soft to the touch. They can range in size from a few millimeters…
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Botox Lip flip Botox Lip Flip is a cosmetic procedure that uses a small amount of Botox injection to flip the upper lip upwards, giving the appearance of fuller and more pronounced lips. The procedure is quick and relatively painless, with most patients reporting only mild discomfort during the injection process. The effects of the treatment typically last for about…
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Botox for drooping tip of nose/nasal tip lift Botox is a popular cosmetic treatment that is used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on the face. One area where it can be particularly effective is in treating the drooping tip of the nose, also known as a "nasal tip lift." The nose is a central feature of…
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Liquid rhinoplasty Liquid rhinoplasty is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure used to reshape the nose without the need for incisions or general anesthesia. It is also known as "nonsurgical rhinoplasty" or "injectable rhinoplasty." The procedure involves injecting a filler/volumizer (hyaluronic acid products such as Restylane, Juvederm, Versa) , into specific areas of the nose to alter its shape. The filler adds…
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Bee and Wasp Sting Allergies For many individuals, a bee or wasp sting results in a painful, but minor irritation, usually limited in severity. For some susceptible individuals however, the injected venom can trigger a severe, or even life-threatening (anaphylaxis) allergic reaction. Allergic reactions can be specific to one area (localized) or throughout the body (generalized). Individuals with moderate to…
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Penicillin Allergy Testing Penicillins are commonly prescribed antibiotics that treat bacterial infections. Penicillin allergies are rare but can occur. The allergy to penicillin occurs when the immune system becomes hypersensitive to the penicillin and mistakes the drug for a harmful substance. In response to penicillin, the body releases chemicals to fight the antibiotic, causing an allergic reaction. Penicillin allergies can…
Laser Hair Removal for Underarm (Axilla) Laser hair removal is offered at Skin and Laser Dermatology Center to safely and effectively remove unwanted hair from the underarms for men and women. Laser hair removal diminishes the need to shave or wax the underarms and reduces the chance of razor bumps or acne-like breakouts. We offer the latest laser technology to…
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Basal cell carcinoma on the foot Accounting for greater than 90% of all skin cancers occurring among Americans, basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most prevalent type. While it rarely metastasizes (spreads) to other sites in the body, BCC may cause damage to surrounding tissues. BCCs form on and around the feet quite often, and it is therefore important to…
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Basal cell carcinoma on the hand Accounting for greater than 90% of all skin cancers occurring among Americans, basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most prevalent type. While it rarely metastasizes (spreads) to other sites in the body, BCC may cause damage to surrounding tissues. BCCs form on and around the hands quite often, and it is therefore important to…
Basal cell carcinoma on the ear Accounting for greater than 90% of all skin cancers occurring among Americans, basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most prevalent type. While it rarely metastasizes (spreads) to other sites in the body, BCC may cause damage to surrounding tissues. BCCs form on and around the ears quite often, and it is therefore important to…
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Basal cell carcinoma on the scalp Accounting for greater than 90% of all skin cancers occurring among Americans, basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most prevalent type. While it rarely metastasizes (spreads) to other sites in the body, BCC may cause damage to surrounding tissues. BCCs form on and around the scalp quite often, and it is therefore important to…
Basal cell carcinoma on the lip Accounting for greater than 90% of all skin cancers occurring among Americans, basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most prevalent type. While it rarely metastasizes (spreads) to other sites in the body, BCC may cause damage to surrounding tissues. BCCs form on and around the lips quite often, and it is therefore important to…
Nevoid Basal Cell Carcinoma (NBCCS) Nevoid Basal Cell Carcinoma (NBCCS) is also known as Gorlin syndrome. NBCCS is a rare hereditary disorder characterized by a wide variety of developmental abnormalities and a predisposition to developing certain forms of cancer. The severity and symptoms of the disorder can vary greatly amongst individuals. For example, skin cancers may develop in the first…
Brown Spot Removal Brown spots can appear on the skin for a variety of reasons and may include sun spots, sun freckles, age spots, moles, birthmarks, and others. Many individuals look to improve the appearance of or remove brown spots because they can be unsightly or embarrassing. The expertise of the providers and skin care experts at Skin and Laser…
Cysts and Cyst Removal A cyst is a sac-like pocket of tissue that contains fluid, air, or other substances. They are relatively common and can grow almost anywhere under the skin on the body. Most cysts are benign, or harmless. In some cases, however, cysts can indicate an underlying malignancy (cancer), which is why it is important to have cysts…
Skin lightening Skin lightening is offered at Skin and Laser Dermatology Center for individuals who want to reduce the appearance of darkened areas on their skin. Skin can darken because of many factors and these darkened areas can be unsightly and long-lasting. Many individuals look to treat these areas and either see no difference or worse, see further darkening and…
Lip Lightening Lip darkening (hyperpigmentation) is a common occurrence that can be cosmetically treated under the expertise of the dermatologists and dermatological providers at Skin and Laser Dermatology Center. Lip darkening can be caused by many factors and can be difficult to treat. Unfortunately, many individuals trying to lighten their lips with over the counter creams or other products can…
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Post-op laser instructions Patients can expect to receive specific instructions on how to care for the body areas after laser treatment sessions are performed in the office. That being said, it is always important and critical to sun-protect areas that have undergone laser treatment while the site is healing and thereafter, in order to prevent pigmentation changes (discoloration/hyper or hypo…
Age Spots (Solar Lentigo) Age spots can refer to a broad category of lesions on aged skin including but not limited to flat brown spots, seborrheic keratoses, and red marks/dots known as cherry angiomas. However, in this section we will focus on the flat brown age spots medically known as lentigines (singular: solar lentigo). Many age spots are medically known…