With most people being so busy these days, one of the common complaints that arises sounds something like this: “I feel like I’m sleeping, but I always look so tired!” No one likes to look tired even if they are, to be honest. We all have life and energy inside of us and we like… Read More »
There is a lot to this thing we call aging. Growing older means facing the unknown in every possible way. For many of us, what we fear most is what we see; and what we see is that aging changes the way we look. At American Dermatology Associates, we understand that many adults have a… Read More »
We’ve reached the point in the year when our clocks recently sprung forward. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could take the same concept to our skin, only in reverse? What a treat it would be to enjoy youthful skin for a lifetime! Thanks to developments in medical technology, this idea is becoming a real… Read More »
When we face each new day, one of the first things we will see is our own face. Judging by the popularity of anti-aging treatments like dermal fillers and laser resurfacing, a lot of us care an awful lot about looking our best. We are no strangers to the signs of aging nor to the… Read More »
Although there are some basic similarities between platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), there are some crucial differences that make PRF superior for hair restoration. Both procedures require a blood draw, although PRF requires a lesser amount. PRO is then spun at a higher speed in the centrifuge, which causes the heavier cells in… Read More »
Most of us grew up seeing the doctor about once a year, sometimes more. Many adults continue this habit as a way of maintaining vital information related to their health and wellness. We see the dentist two times a year, also as a way to stay healthy. What might be easy to overlook is the… Read More »
Getting dermal fillers to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles is common among adults of all ages. You may have had this treatment yourself in your nasolabial folds or cheeks. However, you may still find that you hesitate to act on your curiosity about dermal fillers for lip enhancement. Many of our patients inquire about… Read More »
We are living in exciting times where there are so many advances in cosmetic medicine. We can take years off your face without the need for surgery and without all the risks of surgery. This nonsurgical trend has continued to grow as new technologies have been developed to rejuvenate the skin. People are living longer… Read More »
Melanoma is one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer. It usually occurs when ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun damages the DNA of certain skin cells called melanocytes, which produce pigment. Melanoma (MM) is the third most common form of skin cancer affecting almost 200,000 people a year in the US. It kills approximately… Read More »
It is exciting to see the extent of growth that has occurred in the field of cosmetic medicine. In just a short period of time, we have seen an enormous shift away from surgical procedures aimed at rejuvenating the face. Men and women of all ages are now turning to non-surgical treatment options for… Read More »