The treatment of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) has remained largely unchanged for the past 50 years. Recently, the use of immunomodulators such as imiquimod have been used to treat early…

INTRODUCTIONBasal cell carcinoma (BCC) is frequently associated with mutations in the s (PTCH) gene leading to dysregulation of the hedgehog (Hh) pathway.1-3 This mutation is seen in more than 90%…

INTRODUCTION While the overwhelming majority of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is effectively managed with surgery, causing minimal distress to the patient, individuals whose BCC has metastasized or progressed to an…

INTRODUCTION Approximately 2.8 million basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) occur in the United States each year, accounting for 80% of all non-melanoma skin cancers (NMSC); but fewer than 1,000 patients will…

The future of lasers and energy-based technologies lay in expanding their application to the delivery of compounds or drugs. By combining technologies with drug delivery, efficacy of either therapeutic modality…

INTRODUCTIONNonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) includes basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), with BCC accounting for approximately 80% of NMSCs.1,2 The National Cancer Institute estimates that more than…

Host and Moderator Jeffrey S. Dover MD FRCPC is a director of SkinCare Physicians of Chestnut Hill in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts.He is an Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Yale…

Introduction Recently, fractional ablative radiofrequency (RF) technology has become commercially available and is gaining clinical recognition and popularity as novel fractional lasers in procedural dermatology.1,2 When compared to fractional ablative…

INTRODUCTIONThere are multiple manifestations of the aging face, which are influenced by internal and external factors. Rhytids develop around the eyes, forehead, mouth, and lower jaw. Skin laxity increases noticeably…

INTRODUCTION In 2012, 13 million minimally invasive cosmetic procedures were performed in the U.S., an increase of 6% compared to 2011. The most popular interventions are injection-based, particularly use of…

BACKGROUND Cellulite is a cosmetic concern of many adult women. The skin develops an orange peel or mattress-like appearance. The components of cellulite are multifactoral and include issues related to…