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Acne Clinic
Acne is an inflammatory disorder of the sebaceous glands that usually occurs during adolescence but can be seen throughout life.
There are several types of acne, ranging from comedones (blackheads) to cystic inflammations. The causes of acne are multi-factorial, including genetics, diet, skin care regimens, infections, and hormonal issues.
Generally, when acne starts during puberty it is due to an increase in hormone levels. The pilosebaceous follicle, commonly known as hair follicle, reacts to the hormones by increasing the production of sebum. When the gland gets plugged, a “blackhead” is formed. The blackheads can get infected with P. Acnes bacteria and create inflamed cysts or “whiteheads”. Adult acne is slightly different. Although it can be caused by diet, it can also be the result of hormonal imbalances.
Several treatments are available at the Center and customized for each patient. For additional information click here.
The Acne Clinic is staffed by our Nurse Practitioner, a Medical Aesthetician and I. Acne consultations are held on Wednesdays, and are covered by insurance.
Rosacea / Spider Veins Clinic
Rosacea is a skin condition that has multiple origins such as heredity, environment, diet, skin care regimen and aging. Generally, rosacea appears in the mid-twenties. However, the frequency of outbreaks increases with age and sun exposure. The symptoms consist usually of flushing of the face, breakout of papules, dry skin and broken blood vessels. Because this is a skin condition and not a disease, the objective is remission of the symptoms, not to "cure" them.
Broken capillaries, also known as "spider veins" can appear on the face, with or without Rosacea, and/or legs. Treatments are available, and usually several are required to achieve resolution of the spider veins.
For more information regarding the different treatment available please click here
Our Clinic is staffed with our Nurse Practitioner and held on Wednesdays.
Melasma / Hyperpigmentation Clinic
Although wrinkles are the number 1 aging concern amongst women, skin tone plays a role of great importance in the youthfulness of one's appearance. Actually, research has shown that uneven skin tone can add up from 10 to 15 years to a woman's perceived age.
Uneven skin tone, or hyperpigmentation, is the result of an over production of melanin. Melanin is what gives skin its color, helps to protect it against damaging UV light and absorbs heat from the sun. However, an overproduction of melanin can lead to a mottled, uneven skin tone and is primarily the result of sun exposure and hormones.
Several treatment modalities are available. Please click here for additional information.
Our Clinic is staffed with our Nurse Practitioner, a Medical Aesthetician and I, and is held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Moles and Skin Cancer Clinic
Regular "mole/lesion checks" should be performed by a general practitioner, dermatologist, or surgeon (Head and Neck Surgeon / Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon / Plastic Surgeon) trained in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers. Any "suspicious" moles or lesions should then be excised or biopsied. I regularly perform full face and body mole/lesion examinations as well as any necessary excisions and/or biopsies. Both the examination and treatments are covered by insurance.
For more information regarding different type of skin cancer: Melanoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Basal Cell Carcinoma, click here.
I am responsible for staffing this Clinic. Call today to schedule an appointment.
Moles and Skin Cancer Clinic
Since I am Board Certified in Oto (Ears) Rhino (Nose) Laryngology (Throat), we also hold an ENT clinic.
ENT related problems seen at the clinic include allergies such as hay fever, sinus, ears and throat infections, tonsillitis and adenoiditis, snoring, sleep apnea, deviated septum, diseases of the vocal cords and reflux.
Please note that I do not perform ear and sinus surgeries. However, I am in charge of the ENT Clinics. You can call the office today to schedule an appointment.
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