An increase in investigations primarily impacts surgeons and cosmetic dermatologists who serve as medical directors to medical spas outside of their own practices. This is what to know.
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Today’s abundance of filler choices might seem overwhelming, but one expert sees the growing product pallet as a way to refine results.
Biologic inhibitors of IL-23 and IL-17 are commonly delivering responses of PASI 90 and above, says an expert.
Head and neck cancers with roots in HPV are appearing in patients that do not demonstrate the high-risk behaviors usually associated with such cancers.
Depending on the medical specialist caring for patients with HPV, traditional treatments for genital warts tend to fall into two general categories: provider-administered and patient-administered therapies, according to one specialist.
It is in the best interests of individual aesthetic physicians, as well as for cosmetic medicine, to educate patients about why it is important to see specific providers and not to shop by price.
Vivian Bucay, M.D. reviewed the latest findings around common ingredients in today’s cosmeceutical formulations.
SB208 is the first topical antifungal with a nitric oxide platform found to be effective for treating tinea pedis.
The difference between acne and healthy skin is largely dependent on the balance of the skin microbiota, according to study results.
There is a shift in skin aging by decades, depending on ethnicity, according to results of a scientific evaluation underwritten by Proctor & Gamble Co.
Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, discusses how a changing political and economic climate has transformed dermatology practices into attractive entities for venture capitalists and whether it's a good thing for the specialty.
Filler manufacturers are rounding out their product lines, giving practitioners many more options for use in different rejuvenation procedures.
The field of molecular diagnostics, as it pertains to dermatology, has truly exploded in the last decade, according to one expert.
Data-driven screening guidelines for skin cancer have been published electronically, in reaction to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force’s 2016 draft recommendation statement on skin cancer screening.
One dermatologist discusses four tips to help practices foster strong relationships in order to run smoothly and efficiently.
Performance metrics are one way to take the guesswork out of physician group practice planning and decision making, according to one dermatologist.
Dr. Poor is invited to oversee the aestheticians and electrologists of a new MedSpa and feels fortunate, as his revenues have been declining. However, investing, owning, or operating a medspa still means being aware of certain regulations.
One expert offers tips for dermatologists considering buying other practices or selling the practices they own
There is a genetically intermediate state of melanocytic neoplasia and these findings could someday help doctors identify high-risk lesions to remove before they become malignant.
Some dermatogists are proponents of adding female rejuvenation to practice. Others believe it’s not within the specialty’s domain.
In June, our table highlights salaries, job descriptions and more information about physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, vocational nurses and medical assistants. Click here for a copy of the table that offers a side-by-side comparison of these professions.
Edge Systems, known for its patented HydraFacial and Perk skincare technologies, has changed its name to The Hydrafacial Company, according to a company press release.
New research identifies hair matrix progenitors charged with regulating hair growth and pigmentation.
Patients with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) need wound care not only after surgery, to address HS scarring and tunneling from sinus tracts; they also need ongoing wound care for lesions that might be draining, says one dermatologist.
One of the most widely used techniques for decreasing facial oil is the use of blotting papers, especially popular in East Asian nations
One of the current appearance issues receiving attention in the popular press is the effect of air pollution on the skin.
Just as facial blotting papers are used to control facial sebum, dry shampoos are used to control scalp sebum.
Phase 3 data for Paratek Pharmaceuticals’ once-daily treatment with IV-to-oral omadacycline has shown the pipeline drug effectively and safely treats the most frequently isolated bacterial pathogens associated with skin infections, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
A silicone-based gel with a nitric oxide platform has been found to be safe and efficacious for treating tinea pedis, according to the results of a Phase 2 trial.
Emerging therapies are showing impressive efficacy and good tolerability, according to one dermatologist.