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Cosmetic, Medical, And Surgical Dermatology: What Is The Difference?

May 15, 2013 By Angela

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The skin is the body’s largest organ, and dermatologists specialize in diagnosing and treating the many conditions and diseases that can manifest within it. Dermatologists, however, are not interchangeable. There is a wide variety of advanced training available for dermatologists, and they may specialize further into one of several categories. Choosing the right type of dermatologist for your skincare needs is important for getting the best care for your condition.

Cosmetic Dermatology

Cosmetic dermatologists are specially trained in procedures that improve the appearance of the skin. From removing unwanted hair, to evening skin tone, to fighting wrinkles, cosmetic dermatologists work to keep their patients looking younger and fresher in a safe and effective way. While many of the procedures performed by a cosmetic dermatologist can be purchased in the form of at-home kits, these kits are not always safe and don’t always produce good results. Your cosmetic dermatologist can recommend procedures that are most likely to produce the results you want and perform them in a way that is safe for your skin.

A cosmetic dermatologist is not a plastic surgeon. Cosmetic dermatologists generally limit their practice to procedures that can be performed using lasers, microderm abrasion, injections, and other minimally-invasive procedures, although some dermatologists do minor surgical procedures such as brow lifts. A plastic surgeon, on the other hand, does more invasive procedures that generally require anesthesia, like rhinoplasty (nose jobs), breast augmentation, and face lifts.

Medical Dermatology

Medical dermatologists specialize in diagnosing and treating skin disorders. These can range psoriasis to acne to skin infections. Dermatological disorders can be unsightly and uncomfortable, and medical dermatologists choose treatments such as pills, topical lotions, and other approaches that treat the underlying condition and relieve symptoms so that the patient can feel better. Medical dermatologists are also always on the lookout for other signs of illness; sometimes, systemic diseases can manifest as skin disease. The dermatologist is another line of defense against underlying illnesses that might otherwise go undetected.

For many medical dermatology patients, the skin ailments for which they are seeking treatment have consequences that affect the entire body. Medical dermatologists are trained to understand how disorders of the skin affect other body systems and how the medications they prescribe interact with other drugs the patient may have been prescribed.

Surgical Dermatology

Surgical dermatologists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions that require surgery for correction. While surgical dermatology is highly concerned with the prevention, diagnosis, and removal of skin cancer, surgical dermatologists also work to correct scars and to repair arteries and veins that may be causing discomfort or an undesirable appearance. There is some overlap, as well, between surgical dermatology and cosmetic dermatology, because surgical dermatologists may perform cosmetic procedures like hair transplants or various facial lifts.

Because so much of what they do involves surgery, which is somewhat invasive, surgical dermatologists are concerned with developing excellent surgical skills in order to minimize scarring, improve the appearance of the skin, and treat skin cancers so that they do not recur. They also work to perform procedures in such a way that patient discomfort is minimized so that patients can go back to their usual activities as quickly as possible.

In many dermatological practices, cosmetic, medical, and surgical dermatologists work together to provide the best patient care. Patients may also be referred to dermatologists with specific skills if needed. Even in an organ as specialized as the skin, there is plenty of room for doctors to focus on a specific area.

Peter Wendt is a writer and researcher living in Austin, Texas. He recommends that readers who wish to learn more about cosmetic and medial dermatologists check out www.vendorlogix.com.

How Stress Affects Your Skin

December 3, 2011 By Angela

Stress is part of the body’s natural, protective response system. It can help you out of a dangerous situation, or make you perform better at work and in life. However, if stress is not managed properly it can have a negative effect on work, relationships and even your skin. Stress can cause aging, wrinkles, blemishes and even skin cancer. On the other hand, happiness can improve the blood flow causing a skin-glowing effect. Here are some of the affects of stress on your skin and what you can do to improve it.

Aging Skin

Were you greeted by the mirror this morning with dark, under-eye circles or wrinkles on your forehead? You might think that walking around with that frown is causing premature wrinkles. The truth is that when we don’t take time out of our busy schedules for ourselves, premature aging skin is a common problem. Unhealthy eating habits, lack of exercise and lack of sleep are all reasons your face may start to take on an aged look. Exercise is a great stress beater releasing endorphins in the body ands or wrinkles on your forehead? You might think that walking around with that frown is causing in the body and giving you an instant high. It can also improve your mood, help with sleep habits and improve blood flow causing oxygenation for skin cells. Your health is worth at least 20 minutes a day to walk, run, dance or ride a bike to start improving your skin and overall health. Breathing exercises also improve skin by boosting oxygen levels. Try 20 minutes of meditation with cold teabags or a cold spoon under the eyes to relieve stress and minimize under-eye circles.

Acne and Eczema

Stress causes the body to produce a hormone called cortisol which makes your skin produce more oil causing acne. Take time out to care for your skin. Drying creams or lotions can help excess oil that causes blemishes. Drink plenty of water to hydrate your skin naturally. Stress causes pre-existing conditions, like eczema, to trigger flare-ups due to a lowered immune system which limits the body’s ability to fight off illnesses and limits the skin’s healing levels. What’s a fun way to improve your immune system? Laughter has much of the same effect as exercise, activating the immune system and even lowering blood pressure. Take time out for a movie night and watch a comedy.

Skin Cancer

A study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute showed that chronic stress combined with UV radiation caused suppression of the immune system. The tumors developed by the mice in the study were shown to be squamous cell skin cancers, a fairly common, non-melanoma cancer, which usually occurs on the face. Protect yourself from UV rays by wearing facial cream with at least SPF 15 every day. Recognize when you are stressed. Muscles will be tight and breathing might be labored. Calm yourself with your senses. Burn a candle: lavender and citrus are great aromatherapy stress relievers. Listen to soothing music. If you are not in to soothing calming sounds, that’s okay! Upbeat, high-energy music can also improve mood and decrease stress. Keep a journal and write positive thoughts before the start of each day.

The power of a positive attitude is underrated. Have some Chamomile tea before bed and have a good night’s sleep. Improve your body’s overall defenses with simple stress management techniques and taking time for yourself.

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Cindi Lewis write for GLOSSY, a hair care and beauty products online retailer.

Wise Skin Care: Saving Your Face From the Sun

October 3, 2011 By OceanDreams

While you are in your youth you may not realize how important your skin is, especially the skin on your face. Heading to the beach, not wearing sunglasses while you drive, and forgetting to take your makeup may not even phase you. However, all of the situations just mentioned and more play a big part in how healthy your skin will be for the rest of your life. It’s never too late to start taking care of your skin because your health depends on it.

Wear Sunscreen Always

Forget the sun tan! You are more likely to get skin cancer if you sun bathe or head to the tanning bed constantly, instead of taking the right steps to learn how to care for your skin. Instead of allowing the sun to harm your skin, use sun screen and be aware how long you are out in the sun. Being out in the sun for short periods of time is healthy and invigorating and even helps replenish your body, such as through Vitamin D.

Vitamin D from the sun is great for a healthy complexion and body, but over doing it can lead to to skin cancer and other health problems down the road. Start being aware of how much sun your body is being exposed to, and take care of your skin in your youth as well as your adult years to maintain healthy skin.

Wear Sunglasses in the Car

If you desire to prevent cataracts in your eyes and sun spots due to too much sun exposure in the car, wear sunscreen, which was just mentioned to protect your delicate skin on your face. However, besides sunscreen, wearing sunglasses will also protect your eyes which will later prevent protein swimmers and other potential eye problems. Sunglasses also cut out some sun on your face, which later leads to sun spots and other skin irritations and marks.

You may think you are protected from the sun while you are in the car because of the body of the car, but this couldn’t be farther from the truth. The sun will shine brightly in your car at times, especially during long road trips. Apply sunscreen and wear your sunglasses, which will create an extra layer of needed protection.

Find Quality SPF Makeup

Going back to the importance of your face, if you are a woman, you might want to invest in makeup that has SPF in it. A liquid foundation such as Lancome and other brands are purchased with at least 15 SPF or more. Head to your nearest mall or beauty store and ask – they will point you in the right direction.

If you don’t prefer to wear makeup, find a lotion that has SPF in it. Neutrogena has produced a strong SPF lotion and Oil of Olay also has lotion that has SPF 15 for sensitive skin. Applying makeup that has protection for your face will save you from wrinkles later in life as well. The more sun you are exposed to, the dryer your face becomes, and the dryer your face becomes, the more wrinkles you will have. Keep your face looking fresh, bright, and youthful with these tips.

Hopefully you’ve been convinced that even though the sun is good with its Vitamin D, it also can be fierce and harmful. Head to a store and stock up on lotion, vitamin E to repair damaged skin, and SPF. One day when you are older (or if you are already older,) your skin will thank you. Plus you’ll have a beautiful face and healthy glow that will surprise you.

A freelancer, writer, blogger, ocean dreamer, and fashion lover, Sierra adores being a featured fashion blogger for JoeShopping.com, a social shopping site dedicated to saving you money through Beauty.com coupons, and more. She also runs her own personal blog at Ocean Dreams and you can tweet with her on Twitter @oceandreams4u.

 

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Review: DPL Therapy System – Deep Penetrating Light for Pain Relief and Skin Rejuvenation

April 12, 2010 By Steven Kirchhof

Deep Penetrating Light Therapy SystemWe were recently introduced to the DPL Therapy System. “DPL” stands for “Deep Penetrating Light”. The DPL is a FDA approved/cleared system with infrared and red LED lights used for pain treatment and skin rejuvenation. This review includes our impressions of the DPL from out of the box to real usage on a variety of skin and pain conditions. I also describe the technology behind the system.

LED Therapy Advances Through NASA Research

LED technology developed by NASA for plant growth experimentation indicated that this technology could be effective in promoting human tissue growth and wound healing. LEDs do not produce significant heat and were selected for their plant growth experiments in space. After the success of this application of LEDs, NASA looked to them for helping astronauts heal from injuries.

While in space, astronauts are subject to muscle and bone atrophy. Also, injures that happen in space will tend not to heal until the astronaut returns to Earth. NASA found that infrared light [Read more…]

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