Seborrheic Keratoses A seborrheic keratosis is a common, noncancerous growth. Seborrheic keratoses usually develop with age and appear as brown, black, or tan, waxy, flat or raised growths, with a characteristic stuck-on appearance. Seborrheic keratoses are benign (harmless) and usually require no treatment. Occasionally they can become itchy, inflamed, bleed, or irritated from catching on clothing and jewelry. They can…
Intimate Skin Laser Lightening The skin in intimate areas is often darker than the surrounding skin and these areas often darken with age and friction. While this is a normal phenomenon, both men and women find this unattractive and unsightly. For people interested in addressing the color of the skin in intimate areas, Skin and Laser Dermatology Center offers safe,…
Nail Fungus Removal Nail fungus, also called onychomycosis, is a common infection of the nail by fungi. A fungal infection in the nail can cause the nail to change color, get thicker, or become warped. The nail may break easily and over time, may even become separated from the nail bed. It is important to have your nails medically evaluated…
Benign Moles and Mole Removal Moles are common skin growths. They often appear as small, raised bumps that can change and grow over time. Most moles or nevi (also known as intradermal nevi) are harmless (benign) and occur normally over time. However, moles need to be watched by patients and evaluated regularly by a board-certified dermatologist in order to ensure…
JUVÉDERM Ultra XC JUVÉDERM Ultra XC is a hyaluronic filler that improves thin lips and fine lines around the mouth to create fuller, revitalized skin and lips. Age and environmental factors like sun exposure can cause elasticity and moisture to be lost from the lips and surrounding skin, causing new wrinkles and lost volume. JUVÉDERM Ultra XC uses a popular…
What happens during a Cosmetic Consultation? At Skin and Laser Dermatology Center we ask patients to come in for a cosmetic consultation prior to their treatment in order to answer questions, ensure the best course of care, and discuss the specific goals of each individual patient. Patients can expect to leave the office with a full understanding of the treatments…
Revanesse Versa Revanesse® Versa reverses signs of aging by treating moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, including deep lines that extend from the nose to the corners of the mouth. Revanesse® VersaTM uses a naturally occuring sugar in the body, hyaluronic acid, to deliver fullness and volume to the lips, cheeks, and around the mouth (marionette lines). Revanesse® VersaTM uses…
JUVÉDERM Ultra Plus XC JUVÉDERM Ultra Plus XC is a hyaluronic dermal filler that improves the appearance of severe wrinkles and areas that have lost volume and elasticity. JUVÉDERM Ultra Plus XC replenishes natural hyaluronic acid that is essential to youthful-looking skin, in order to smooth creases and provide natural-looking volume. JUVÉDERM Ultra Plus XC is also designed for facial…
Milia (milium) A milium is a benign, small, white or yellow cyst that generally occurs on the nose, chin, and cheeks in clusters. Multiple cysts are called milia. Milia are usually not painful or itchy, but if irritated, they can appear red and pronounced. Milia do not usually cause long-term problems but the correct treatment by the dermatologists at Skin…
Restylane Kysse (lip-filler) Restylane Kysse is a lip-filler designed to enhance the appearance of lips and restore volume, color, and elasticity where they have been lost. Restylane Kysse uses a new method called XpresHAn TechnologyTM that enhances the cross linking of the filler to create lips with natural-looking volume, flexible movement, and enhanced color. Restylane Kysse also revitalizes lines around…
Concierge Dermatology Services / House Calls Dr. Amir Bajoghli and the Skin & Laser Dermatology Center are proud to offer house call dermatology services to patients in the Northern Virginia area. Dr. Bajoghli’s concierge dermatology service is designed for patients to be seen in the privacy of their own home. This service meets the needs of patients with busy schedules…
Seborrheic Dermatitis (Flaky/itchy skin) Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin disease that causes an itchy rash with flaky scales (dandruff). Seborrheic dermatitis generally occurs on the scalp and face, where oil-producing glands (sebaceous glands) are located, but it can appear anywhere on the body. Infantile and adult forms of seborrheic dermatitis can occur, but where infants’ conditions usually resolve between…
Folliculitis Folliculitis is a common skin condition in which an infection causes inflammation of the hair follicles. The infection causes a rash that generally appears as small bumps that are red, white, or yellow in color. Folliculitis can occur anywhere on the skin where hair grows, but it is most common on the thighs, buttocks, neck, and axillae (underarms), since…
Men’s Cosmetic Treatments Men’s cosmetic treatments have become increasingly more popular in recent months, as the COVID-19 pandemic has changed work habits to include more telework than ever before. With more teleconferencing, men have become more aware of their facial appearance and are choosing to invest in cosmetic treatments that will support their presentation of themselves and boost their confidence. …
Merkel Cell Carcinoma Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare and aggressive skin cancer characterized by malignant cancer cells that can quickly spread from the skin to the rest of the body. MCC usually appears as a fast-growing, painless, flesh-colored, red or blue nodule on the face, head, or neck, but it can also occur in areas that are not…
Redness and Flushing Redness and Flushing Redness in the face can occur for a number of reasons. Skin flushing or blushing occurs as a result of increased blood flow to an area of skin. The blood vessels enlarge, creating a flushed appearance. The cheeks and chest are most commonly flushed because they are commonly where blood vessels are closest to…
Sebaceous hyperplasia Sebaceous hyperplasia is characterized by small, shiny, flesh colored or yellowish bumps usually seen on the cheeks, forehead or other regions of the head and neck. These small bumps are relatively common in fair-skinned adults over the age of 40 although they can be seen in younger age groups as well. Sebaceous hyperplasias are benign (harmless) and usually…
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Syringomas Syringomas are small, flesh colored or yellowish growths that are usually found on the lower eyelids or upper cheeks. These abnormal tissue growths result from overactive sweat glands and begin to develop usually during young adulthood, although they can occur any age. Because they are benign (harmless), there is no need to treat them. However, many patients find them…
Xanthelasma Skin and Laser Dermatology Center of McLean and Woodbridge, Virginia now offer the latest laser technology to treat a condition known as “xanthelasma.” Xanthelasma often appears as a soft, yellowish deposit of fat around the upper and lower eyelids. These velvety soft lesions often start as small bumps and gradually enlarge over the course of a few months to larger…
Subcision Subcision, short for “subcutaneous incisionless surgery,” is a safe and simple surgical procedure for treating depressed acne scars. These depressed scars are created by fibrotic strands that pull the skin down, creating unsightly indentations. A hypodermic needle is inserted through the skin, which is then moved back and forth in a fan-like motion parallel to the skin. This breaks…