Common Questions About Accutane
Accutane is a very strong acne treatment that helps many people eliminate acne. Because it is such a powerful medication and certain precautions must be taken to ensure safety, sometimes patients get confused or anxious when they start their regimen. It’s OK! By following your doctor’s instructions and taking precautions seriously you may be on […]
Poisonous plants becoming stronger in recent years
Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac are all potential skin hazards when you’re spending time outdoors this summer. According to researchers these plants have become stronger and larger in recent years. A majority of people exposed to the oil that the plants produce will have an allergic reaction. This means that in order to […]
Yoga Poses for Varicose Veins
Varicose veins, the condition that causes blood to stop from moving upwards, is painful more often than not. Therefore, high-impact workouts can be tricky if you struggle with this disease. While going for a walk or a bike ride are some of the best exercises out there, sometimes you just want to take it down […]
Elevating Legs to Help with Varicose Veins
It’s normal for varicose veins to cause you extreme discomfort and frustration, but luckily there are a number of things you can do to alleviate some of the pain. One of the best practices you can do is to elevate your legs. From relaxing in the warm weather outdoors to gaining comfort from your office […]
Easy Skin Care Maintenance for Men
The days when skin care was just for women are long gone. But even though men shave daily – and commit common mistakes that can contribute to an unhealthy appearance – rough and irritated skin isn’t inevitable, according to Joshua Fox, MD, medical director of Advanced Dermatology P.C.
Get Glowing Summer Skin with Better Food Choices
Dermatology specialist Dr. Joshua Fox offers tips on eating the best foods for healthy skin Summer wardrobes featuring bathing suits, tank tops and shorts also feature a lot of skin. But since we all know by now that a natural glow is far healthier than a suntan, how can we achieve vibrant, fabulous skin from […]
Advanced Surgical Center of Bergen County, P.C.
Advanced Surgical Center of Bergen County, P.C. earns AAAASF accreditation for patient safety Completed thorough review process RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Advanced Surgical Center of Bergen County, P.C. has demonstrated its commitment to patient safety by gaining accreditation from the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities (AAAASF). AAAASF is celebrating its 35th year of […]
ThermiTight with Dr. Smart
ThermiTight is an application of the ThermiEsthetics system that uses radiofrequency (RF) technology to safely rejuvenate the skin. It is also the most effective non-surgical skin-tightening treatment I’ve seen.
Look Slim and Trim Without Liposuction
So you’ve dieted and exercised but still have some stubborn fat that just seems impossible to lose no matter how hard you’ve tried. Stubborn fat makes you feel uncomfortable slipping into your bathing suit and less confident in your appearance. No Worries! There is still plenty of time before the heat waves start rolling in […]
5 Mistakes You’re Making While Shaving Your Legs
Shaving your legs can be a hassle, especially when you emerge from the shower to find a missed spot or that ever-annoying patch of razor burn. Here are five things you should avoid to make shaving your legs a more enjoyable and rewarding experience. Avoid the hasty morning shave. We know you’re probably rushing to get […]
Dr. Smart on Treating Stretch Marks
Why do stretch marks form? Well… from stretching right? Probably, but the precise cause of stretch marks, also known as striae, is not quite understood as there are clearly some other factors at work here. Whatever the exact cause, many of us have at least one or two of them. They tend to appear around […]
Good Skin Care Habits Start Early
Shade Structures and Good Skin Knowledge from the AAD An AAD grant program is helping to protect children from harmful UV rays from the sun. Providing shade in outdoor spaces is important to keeping children from getting sun damage that may lead to skin cancer. The shade structure grants provide $8,000 to eligible applicants to […]
5 Foods to Fight DVT
It’s DVT Awareness Month and Island Vein Specialists is here to help you fight back – starting with the foods you eat! Super-foods come in all shapes and sizes and incorporating them into our diet can create huge benefit. Here are 5 foods that can actually aid in DVT prevention. Eat ’em up! Leafy Greens: Though foods […]
Making Art from Images of the Skin
Recently featured in Dermatology Times, artist Nick Franco is turning common histopathology photographs (microscopic studies of the skin) into works of art. His paintings are based on inspiration from his father, a dermatologist, who showed Franco how images of various skin diseases look under a microscope. By taking these images and altering different aspects like […]
Antibiotics in Dermatology and Alternative Treatments
Recent campaigns have been initiated that are attempting to limit the prescribing of antibiotics. Of all medical specialties, dermatology was found to be the one with the highest rates of antibiotics prescribed. Antibiotics are used in dermatology for both treating conditions like acne and rosacea and for skin infections. The overuse of antibiotics has led […]
Solutions for Broken Blood Vessels on the Face
Dermatology specialists Drs. Joshua Fox and Meryl Becker Joerg explain “telangiectasias” Have you ever wondered why your face is peppered with tiny red lines? These broken blood vessels affect millions – especially as age creeps up – and don’t typically go away on their own. However, they can be treated quickly and effectively by a […]
Protect Your Skin from Household Irritants
Some recent cases have appeared in Connecticut of children getting contact dermatitis from using baby wipes with a preservative called methylisothiazolinone (MI). Many of the ingredients used in household cleaning products can cause contact dermatitis if precautions aren’t followed or if you have an allergy.
Dr. Smart on Treating Your Skin Well
There are a few very basic recommendations and practices that should be included in any basic skin care regimen. Appropriate moisturization and exfoliation, protection from harmful UV radiation, and avoidance of the significant damage caused by harsh toxins such as those found in cigarette smoke. And certainly, especially in patients with lighter skin tone, the […]
Acne Treatment Do’s and Don’ts
Maybe you’ve heard some of these tips before but are you following them? Hopefully some reinforcement can help get you on the right track to clearer skin!DON’T pop your pimples! Popping pimples is the number one thing you should avoid and likely the hardest advice to follow. Pushing and prodding at a pimple increases inflammation […]
Miss Tennessee Gives miraDry Thumbs Up
Recently the reigning Miss Tennessee Hayley Lewis spoke about her experience with embarrassing sweating and how she overcame it with miraDry. Lewis said, “I was like ‘well if this is something that’s normal and a lot of people have it, why not get rid of it so you don’t have to deal with it anymore?’” […]