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What is fractionated laser?

Posted on October 12th, 2011

By Bernard I Raskin, M.D. When microdermabrasion, chemical peels, or photofacials aren’t giving you the results you want, your answer may be fractional laser treatment. What is fractional laser? Years ago the gold standard of treatment was traditional laser resurfacing done with a Carbon Dioxide (C02) laser. While this laser […]

We can fix that!

Posted on October 12th, 2011

By Bernard I Raskin, M.D. Just about everyone has experienced an acne breakout, and most people know that a dermatologist can prescribe medications to combat this problem. But are you aware of the many skin issues that can be easily treated by your dermatologist? Below are some common skin disorders […]

The Vitamin D Dilemma—The Good and Bad of Sunlight

Posted on October 12th, 2011

By Bernard I Raskin, M.D. Recently controversy emerged about whether sun exposure is necessary for creating Vitamin D. Vitamin D is naturally produced in the body by Ultraviolet sun light exposure. Vitamin D is necessary for your health and may prevent prostate, colon, breast, and other cancers. Vitamin D is […]

Treating Melasma “THE MASKED BANDIT”

Posted on October 12th, 2011

By Bernard I Raskin, M.D. Melasma shows up as brown spots or splotches on the forehead, cheeks, jaw line or upper lip that is triggered by hormones and light. Hormones stimulate the growth of cells that make brown pigment (melanocytes). And light stimulates the production of even more brown pigment […]

The Difference between Male & Female Skin

Posted on October 12th, 2011

By Bernard I Raskin, M.D. When it comes to skincare, everyone is not created equal. Both men and women should be concerned with the health and status of their skin, but men also need to be careful as to what types of products they are using and how it will […]

Sun Safety

Posted on October 12th, 2011

By Dr. Bernard I Raskin By now almost everyone has been warned about the damage the sun can cause to your skin. But do you really know how to protect yourself properly? Wearing your sun screen at the beach or pool or on a hot sunny day is a start. […]

Skin Resurfacing

Posted on October 12th, 2011

By Bernard I. Raskin Looking to get your glow back? Skin resurfacing just might be the solution. Time, sun damage, free radicals, all of our skins enemies can steal that fresh faced glow that makes us appear more youthful. There are many different ways to resurface the skin and choosing […]

Skin Lightening Agents

Posted on October 12th, 2011

By Bernard I. Raskin, M.D. As long summer days come to an end some of us may be noticing a few new brown spots where there weren’t any before. First and foremost we always suggest you see your dermatologist to determine the nature of these spots. If in fact these […]

Skin Cancer Awareness

Posted on October 12th, 2011

By Bernard I. Raskin, MD There are types of minor skin cancers, and one major type. The minor skin cancers are known as Basal Cell and Squamous Cell cancers. The major skin cancer is Melanoma. Almost all skin cancers are due to sun exposure. Basal Cell is the most common […]

Sculptra Aesthetic “Anti-age for the modern age”

Posted on October 12th, 2011

By Bernard I. Raskin, M.D. At Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Care our expertly trained staff uses Sculptra in a very unique and cutting-edge manner. Over the past decade, we have learned that facial aging is not just sagging but rather a combination of volume loss, gravitational laxity, and skin changes. […]

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