The skin condition vitiligo is something that many people have heard of, but some people may not know much about it. Vitiligo occurs when a person’s immune system attacks the body’s cells which are responsible for the production of color in our skin, hair, and eyes, called melanocytes. When these cells are attacked and destroyed, …
Are you considering injectable or dermal fillers to help enhance your appearance? You’re not alone. Access to the best non-surgical treatments has drastically changed, making it possible for many women and men alike to improve their looks through cosmetic enhancements such as fillers. In this blog, we’re discussing the pros and cons of the popular …
When it comes to trending treatments in dermatology that help with the appearance of aging, HALO is definitely at the top of the list. Using laser technology, HALO is able to stimulate your body’s natural healing response which helps to eliminate years of damage to your skin. Although this new treatment option is widely known …
BTL is the company responsible for pioneering many advancements in the world of aesthetics and physiotherapy. They are also responsible for creating one of the most exciting innovations currently in facial treatments: EMFACE. In today’s blog, we’re giving you a full introduction to this new, non-invasive facial contouring in dermatology. What is EMFACE? EMFACE is a …
It’s a very common thing to have a stuffy nose and watery eyes and blame it on the season changes. Or to always feel uneasy after eating certain foods and chalk it up to just needing to ease up on the cheese. However, these are signs from our bodies that an allergy could be occurring. …
Here at Texas Dermatology, one of our favorite ways to contribute to the medical field is by conducting clinical trials meant to aid the advancement of medicine. What makes this more exciting is when a drug we’ve personally tested is approved by the Food and Drug Administration and made accessible to the public. A great …
November is National Hyperhidrosis Month – Let’s talk about sweat. Unfortunately for us at times, sweating is an involuntary, daily part of the human experience. Sweating is actually a very positive thing as it’s your body’s way of keeping you from overheating by regulating your body temperature. On top of cooling your body down, sweating …
Fillers are unique gels that doctors use to restore the fullness we lose during aging. Most well-known fillers among patients use hyaluronic acid (HA) in their formulation. HA is a substance that naturally occurs in the body and as a filler, creates temporary soft, natural contours while easing the appearance of wrinkles. In a rush …
The immune system mediates psoriasis. However, some triggers can cause it to flare up. A trigger can be stress, injury to the skin, or even the cold weather. Yes, that is right, the cold weather. As the humidity and temperatures drop, there is less moisture in the air. Excessive drying of the skin will trigger …
Adult-onset acne is the cherry on the top of an already stressful life, it seems. Although it can be embarrassing and annoying, you are not alone. If you have had acne most of your life, you can get acne well into your 50’s. You can also get it for the first time as an adult …
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