Issue Archive
February 2011 | Volume 10 | Issue 2
Original Articles
Combined Treatment for Skin Rejuvenation and Soft-tissue Augmentation of the Aging Face
Multiple types of anti-aging treatments are required to address the various etiologies of facial aging. Soft-tissue augmentation provides a minimally invasive option for patients seeking to look youn...
Read MoreEfficacy and Tolerability of a New Monophasic, Double-Crosslinked Hyaluronic Acid Filler for Correction of Deep Lines and Wrinkles
Background: A monophasic, highly crosslinked hyaluronic acid dermal filler offers further treatment options for deep lines.
Objective: To investigate the efficacy and tolerability of Belotero...
Read MoreAn Open-label, Pilot Study to Assess the Effectiveness and Safety of Hyaluronic Acid Gel in the Restoration of Soft Tissue Fullness of the Lips
Background: There have been few systematic investigations of the effectiveness, safety and tolerability of aesthetic lip augmentation using hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers.
Objectives: Evaluate th...
Read MoreThe Impact of Natural Sunlight Exposure on the UVB-Sun Protection Factor (UVB-SPF) and UVA Protection Factor (UVA-PF) of a UVA/UVB SPF 50 Sunscreen
Objective: To compare the functional stability of Cetaphil® UVA/UVB Defense SPF 50 as measured by its ultraviolet B sun protection factor (UVB-SPF) and ultraviolet A protection factor (UVA-PF) val...
Read MoreA Multi-center, Open-label Study to Evaluatethe Safety and Efficacy of a Sequential TreatmentRegimen of Clobetasol Propionate 0.05% SprayFollowed by Calcitriol 3 mg/g Ointment in theManagement of Plaque Psoriasis
Background: Psoriasis is a hyperproliferative and inflammatory skin disorder that affects roughly 2 percent of the worldwide population. Clobetasol propionate is the most common corticosteroid used t...
Read MoreComplete Clearance Is Sustained for at Least 12 Months After Treatment of Actinic Keratoses of the Face or Balding Scalp Via Daily Dosing With Imiquimod 3.75% or 2.5% Cream
Objective: Assess long-term, sustained, complete clearance of actinic keratoses after treatment with imiquimod 3.75% or 2.5% cream using two two-week or three-week cycles of daily dosing.
Meth...
Read MoreEffects of a Novel Formulation ofFluocinonide 0.1% Cream on Skin BarrierFunction in Atopic Dermatitis
Objective: To determine the effect a novel formulation of fluocinonide cream on skin barrier function in subjects with atopic dermatitis.
Design: The authors performed an open-label, investigat...
Read MoreThe Erbium Micropeel: A Prospective, Randomized Trial of the Effects of Two Fluence Settings on Facial Photoaging
Background: Recent studies have suggested that a series of low-energy, single-pass ablative laser resurfacing micropeels can reduce photoaging with decreased downtime. This randomized, prospective si...
Read MorePart I: Program Spotlight The Harvard Combined Dermatology Residency Training Program
Resident Rounds is a new section of the JDD dedicated to highlighting various dermatology departments with residency training programs. Resident Rounds will feature three sections: (1) a program spotl...
Read MoreDisease and Treatment Burden of Psoriasis:Examining the Impact of Biologics
Plaque psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory skin disease that can be difficult to treat. Traditional systemic agents, topical agents, phototherapy and biologic therapies can be used for patients with...
Read MorePart II: High-yield Dermatologic SignsThe Harvard Combined Program in Dermatology
Clinical Trial Review
Clinical Trial Review is a JDD department designed to provide physicians with information on drugs and devices undergoing clinical testing. It is our goal to inform the reader of the status of select...
Read MorePipeline Previews
Pipeline Previews brings to you information on the newest drugs and medical products as they become available to the dermatologic community. This department may include additional information from th...
Read MorePart III: A. Cutaneous Hypersensitivity During Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor Therapy Resulting in Acquired Cutis Laxa. B. Levamisole-Induced Retiform Purpura
Case Reports
Modified Tripier Flap for Lateral Eyelid Reconstructions
Eyelid defects can present many reconstructive challenges to surgeons; it is essential to maintain the function of the eyelid while avoiding tension vectors on the free margin, which could result in ...
Read MoreDermatologic Rituximab Dosing: Treatment of Refractory Pemphigus Vulgaris in an Adolescent Male
Rituximab is a chimeric monoclonal antibody against CD20 that mediates B-cell depletion. It has been shown to be effective in a variety of autoimmune-related diseases, including pemphigus vulgaris. M...
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