INTRODUCTIONPlaque psoriasis and atopic dermatitis (AD) are chronic, immune-mediated skin diseases associated with a high burden of disease as well as a reduced quality of life.1 Although multiple options are…
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INTRODUCTIONThe lips and perioral area play a crucial role in facial aesthetics.1 Signs of aging, such as wrinkles, reduced muscle tone, and thinning skin, frequently appear first in this anatomical…
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INTRODUCTIONReconstructive OptionsSecond Intention Second intention (granulation) is an option for smaller glabellar and nasal root defects given the concave nature. Larger defects require closure to avoid atrophic or hypertrophic scarring,…
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INTRODUCTIONThinner than other regions of the face, possessing fewer oil glands, and subject to repetitive contractions, skin around the eyes is particularly susceptible to environmental factors and accelerated skin aging.1-5…
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INTRODUCTIONThe World Health Organization defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.1 This holistic definition of health…
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INTRODUCTIONThe skin barrier is important for blocking the ingress of pathogens and restricting access to many irritants and allergens.1 Contact with these substances can lead to the development of inflammatory…
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INTRODUCTIONThe damaging effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation on the skin are well studied and widely appreciated. For decades, dermatologists have stressed to our patients the importance of UV protection to…
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INTRODUCTIONEfficacy and tolerability of topical treatments for acne and other dermatological conditions are impacted not only by the active drug but also by the vehicle used for its delivery.1,2 For…
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INTRODUCTIONInsect bites not only carry the potential to spread disease but also cause significant discomfort. DEET and other chemical pest-repellents are potentially neurotoxic.1 Natural repellents based on essential oils show…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris is a common chronic inflammatory disease with a complex pathogenesis affecting sebaceous follicles in the skin. Four key pathogenic factors have been identified: (1) an alteration in the…
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INTRODUCTIONThe prevalence of female hair loss and thinning increases with advancing age and is most common among post-menopausal women. Indeed, significant androgenetic hair loss occurs in perimenopausal, menopausal, and postmenopausal…
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