INTRODUCTIONAblative skin resurfacing (ASR) provides significant improvement in reversing signs of cutaneous photoaged skin1-6 but is limited by adverse postoperative sequelae such as extended recovery times, risk of infection, scarring,…

INTRODUCTION Melasma is a complex multifactorial disorder whose pathogenesis is not well understood. In addition to increased superficial and/or deep pigmentation, increased vascularity is often present. Vascular endothelial growth factor…

INTRODUCTIONSebaceous hyperplasia is a common benign proliferation of sebaceous glands. Lesions are characterized by multiple lobules emptying into a large central duct. They normally present as round, yellow, umbilicated papules.1…

INTRODUCTIONTreatment of solar lentigines can be accomplished through several modalities, including the use of cryogen, hyfrecation, and light-based options. Based on the theory of selective photothermolysis,1 quality-switched (QS) lasers have…

INTRODUCTIONFractional laser therapy has become one of the mainstays of laser therapy around the world to treat a myriad of skin care concerns. Clinical evidence-based medicine has shown great success…

INTRODUCTIONThe use of emulsified medical-grade silicone (Silikon®; Alcon Pharmaceuticals, Fort Worth, TX) with crosslinked hyaluronic acid (HA) is described. Previous studies have demonstrated the benefits of silicone fillers.1-5 More than…

INTRODUCTIONUltraviolet (UV) radiation generates hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and other reactive oxygen species (ROS) that may result in damage to DNA, RNA, lipids, and proteins as well as cell death.1-4 Reactive…

INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis is a highly visible skin disease, affecting approximately 2% to 3% of the U.S. population. It causes significant psychological and social distress and impairs health-related quality of life (HRQOL).1-3…

The Virginia Commonwealth University Health System (VCUHS) Department of Dermatology furnishes trainees with the educational and practical experience necessary to provide superior care of patients. Training is provided primarily at…

BACKGROUNDA common obstacle in the training of dermatologic and plastic surgery fellows is taking the leap from theory to practice. While a reconstructive plan may seem forthcoming and easy to…

INTRODUCTIONThe molecular basis of many inherited skin disorders, or genodermatoses, has been described over the past several decades, leading to improved classification, description, and management of these diseases. In our…

INTRODUCTIONA 53-year- old Caucasian female with nevoid basal cell carcinoma syndrome (NBCCS) and a long-standing history of multiple basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) was referred to our practice after moving to…