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Our country has made incredible efforts to contain Covid 19 and every one of us has made sacrifices to ensure the safety of our community.   From handshakes to hugs, actions we took for granted have been eliminated for the greater good. Here at Dermatology...

I remember my grandmother, who lived in New York City and didn’t see me frequently, commenting on my “pretty pink cheeks” when I was a teenager.  Neither she nor I realized they were a precursor to rosacea!  I did not even know what rosacea was until my...

As the U.S. population ages, the number of Americans who suffer from skin diseases will continue to rise, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). Skin diseases can be the first sign of an underlying health condition. Further, many chronic...

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So, I did a thing the other day. I had my second Elos Sublative RF Microneedling Treatment (which is an amazing new treatment we’ve added for addressing fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars and texture). I totally anticipated having the same reaction that I got...

So let’s talk about necks! I have struggled with a double chin basically all my life.  Most of my family has one, even the smallest of us have a little bit of chin fat.  Through my years at Dermatology Affiliates, I have tried multiple procedures we offer...

Should you be concerned about the new report showing high levels of certain chemical sunscreens in the blood? Earlier in May, a pilot study was published that showed high concentrations of 4 chemical sunscreens in the blood.  This study was done over 7 days...

Green tea (Camelia Sinesis, also sometimes listed as Camelia Oleifera Leaf Extract) in medical-grade skincare? Having owned a tea business and being a tea instructor for 10 years, I am excited to see this ingredient in medical-grade skincare products....

What about Hyaluronic Acid? Many patients lift an eyebrow when I talk about hyaluronic acid. You're putting acid on my skin?! What is hyaluronic acid? A water-loving molecule that naturally occurs (quite abundantly) in humans and animals, found in young...

50s and Beyond! These are the years where all of your hard work pays off. You’re now, hopefully, applying a daily sunscreen, antioxidant, retinol or other collagen booster. In addition to those products you’re also using focused treatments for your eyes...

40s I commonly have patients who come in and say, “I just turned 40, what should I be doing?” We simply add on to what you did in you 30s. Your routine should already include a cleanser, moisturizer, antioxidant, sunscreen with SPF 30, an eye cream, and...

30s Skincare in your 30s is about building upon what you did in your 20s. Adding products that are slightly higher quality and working more on anti-aging is key in this decade. Numero uno is a sunscreen that you love! If you don’t love it you won’t want...

20s Your 20s are the time to start working on aging gracefully. The foundation you lay now will have people complimenting your flawless skin when you hit your 40s & up. 1st of all, STOP TANNING! This includes “laying out” even if you are wearing...

Having eczema or sensitivities to fragrance can take most of the fun out of buying soaps, lotions and other skincare products. Many products on the market say they are specifically for eczema or sensitive skin, however, some of these products can also contain...

Botox Bingo is a fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Atlanta where you have 5 chances to win a Botox treatment! Come join us for an evening of complimentary food, beverages, and entertainment. Dermatology Affiliates Botox Bingo is a fun, exciting way...