I was very appreciative to be invited by Dr. Kircik and the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology to participate in this supplement on the updated model of acne pathogenesis. I…

INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris (AV) is the most common skin disorder encountered in dermatology practice in the United States, regardless of race.1 Based on the 2009 National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey, AV…

Interest in the use of “natural” ingredients to combat skin diseases and signs of aging remains strong. These ingredients are sought either as first-line options prior to scheduling an appointment…

INTRODUCTIONIncreasing demand among consumers for naturally derived or botanical ingredients in skin care products has led to the development of numerous over-the-counter or physician-dispensed cosmeceutical products that are marketed as…

INTRODUCTIONAtopic dermatitis (AD) is the most common inflammatory skin disease in childhood and affects about 20% of children in the industrialized world. Our current understanding of the pathophysiology has shown…

INTRODUCTIONThe cosmetic patients who enter our practices today do not appear to be the typical cosmetic patients we were seeing just a decade or two ago. The modern cosmetic patient…

In reviewing literature on combination techniques for facial rejuvenation, we came across Dr. Kenner’s September 2010 article entitled “Hyaluronic Acid Filler and Botulinum Neurotoxin Delivered Simultaneously in the Same Syringe…

INTRODUCTIONThere is an increasing demand for non-invasive cosmetic procedures that reverse the signs of facial aging as people want to look younger and more beautiful for longer. Visual signs of…

INTRODUCTION Pain is a subjective experience that can be affected by physical, emotional, and psychological factors making measurement difficult. The initial assessment of pain is essential to monitor the effectiveness…

INTRODUCTIONDuring skin aging, several complex molecular interactions between skin proteins, lipids, glycosaminoglycans and water occur, leading to the occurrence of wrinkles, reduced elasticity, sagging and skin atrophy.1,2 Although the exact…

INTRODUCTION Facial rejuvenation procedures, which are minimally invasive and provide a long-lasting visible improvement, are rapidly increasing in popularity.1,2 In recent years, the recognition that facial volume loss plays an…