For the millions of Americans with herpes labialis, the recurrent cutaneous manifestations of the viral infection are an unwelcome part of life. Once an individual is infected with Herpes Simplex…
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INTRODUCTIONThe prevalence of common herpes viruses varies greatly by continent, country, and even region within a country, as well as by population subgroup (such as age, gender, and immune status).…
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INTRODUCTIONSkin dyschromias and in particular hyperchromia or hyperpigmentation is a common concern amongst patients of all skin types and can negatively impact their quality of life.6 Ethnic skin, also called…
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INTRODUCTIONMicroneedling (MN), or percutaneous collagen induction therapy, was introduced in the 1990’s for the treatment of scars, striae, and laxity.1 By rolling or gliding a needling device across the skin,…
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INTRODUCTIONCentral centrifugal cicatricial alopecia (CCCA) is a form of scarring alopecia primarily affecting women of African decent.1 The etiology still remains unknown; however, inflammatory mediated destruction of the hair follicles…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris remains the most common dermatologic condition in all skin types, and accounts for 13.2% of visits to dermatologists in the United States.1,2 In previous surveys, acne vulgaris was found…
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INTRODUCTIONIn the United States, photodynamic therapy (PDT) is an approved treatment for actinic keratoses in which a photo-sensitizer is applied to the skin and then activated by a light source…
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INTRODUCTIONThe application of biologics to treat moderate-to-severe psoriasis has proven safe and ef cacious but their cost has been prohibitive for more widespread use.1 As patents on these (‘reference’, ‘originator’)…
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INTRODUCTIONVitiligo is an aquired, idiopathic skin disorder that results from a loss of functional melanocytes from the involved skin.1-4 It is characterized by circumscribed depigmented macules and patches, frequently localized…
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INTRODUCTIONVolumetric changes in the mid-face occur naturally as the human face ages. They are characterized by the atrophy and gravity-induced repositioning of facial fat and skeletal remodeling.1-4 The resulting flattening…
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INTRODUCTIONPatients are increasingly looking to natural ingredients to improve the appearance of their skin and delay the effects of aging. The aging process in the skin is due to a…
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INTRODUCTIONLips are a key defining feature of the face and play an important role in conveying one’s age, attractiveness and health.1 Prominent signs of lip aging include loss of volume…
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