INTRODUCTION Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects approximately 8 million adults in the United States.1 It is characterized by sharply demarcated, erythematous plaques with overlying scales that can…
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INTRODUCTION Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects approximately 8 million adults in the United States.1 It is characterized by sharply demarcated, erythematous plaques with overlying scales that can…
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INTRODUCTIONOnychomycosis is an infection of the nail bed or nail plate by fungal organisms. These organisms are predominantly dermatophytes and less commonly yeasts, but recent research revealed an increasing prevalence…
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It has been known for decades that the sequential topical use of the vitamin D3 analog calcipotriene (Cal) and the corticosteroid betamethasone dipropionate (BD) has been shown to provide greater…
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INTRODUCTIONPhotoaging is the greatest contributing factor to facial aging1 and is among the most prevalent skin conditions in the United States (US).2 Typically defined as extrinsic aging of the skin…
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INTRODUCTIONNon-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) causes significant patient morbidity and healthcare costs; therefore, there is a vested interest in expanding the prevention armamentarium available for high risk patients. Fractional lasers (FLs)…
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In this supplement: Updated Review of Topical Pharmaceuticals and Complementary and Alternative Medications for the Treatment of Onychomycosis in Both General and Special Populations in the United StatesOnychomycosis is an…
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INTRODUCTIONSensitive skin (SS) is a common, subjective syndrome of cutaneous hyperreactivity. Despite having an estimated global prevalence between 40% and 70%,1 no consistent guidelines exist to guide dermatologists' approaches to…
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INTRODUCTIONA large proportion of research and clinical attention in aesthetic medicine is devoted to the restoration and repair of age-related changes in the skin. In recent years, these efforts have…
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INTRODUCTIONLike many pathologies, skin aging is complex. The well-balanced, youthful architecture of young skin relies on the structure of dermis, via a "bed base" supporting youthful skin while fibroblasts are…
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INTRODUCTIONAdvancement in aesthetic research and technology has resulted in development of numerous cosmetic products, including dermal fillers used for soft-tissue augmentation. Such fillers provide physicians and patients ample options for…
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Clinical Efficacy of Topical Vitamin C on the Appearance of Wrinkles: A Systematic Literature Review
INTRODUCTIONSkin aging is a complex process resulting in wrinkling, loss of elasticity, textural changes, and uneven skin tone. Though cutaneous manifestations of aging are known to significantly affect self-perception,1 the…
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