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Toronto Dermatology Centre is pleased to announce that we are now carrying the Cliniderm soothing cream moisturizer which is terrific for the body, and great for all ages.
A recent article by renowned dermatologist Dr. Steven Feldman reviewed 16 research studies and showed that not only does acne affect your appearance, but that acne can lead to depression and low self-esteem. He advises that people suffering from acne see a dermatologist before both physical and emotional scars have a chance to develop.
In a recent statement published in the journal Pediatrics by The American Academy of Pediatrics, they have called for banning tanning salon access to minors; the reason is the increased risk of skin cancer associated with tanning salon use.
In a recent research study, a special adhesive tape used to collect cells from suspicious skin lesions allowed accurate identification of localized and invasive melanomas. In the study, researchers used a patented technology to collect samples from suspicious skin lesions and sent them to the manufacturer’s lab for genetic analysis. Researchers are hoping to have this test clinically available in two years.
An interesting article in the December 2010 issue of Dermatologic Surgery showed that Botox injections for wrinkles result in improvements in quality of life and self-esteem.
Interesting article in the January 2010 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology entitled “Tanning bed hygiene: Microbes found on tanning beds present a potential health risk.”
According to a recent study published in the journal Dermatology, “premature skin aging before the age of 55 years is largely due to high sun exposure and heavy smoking, with male gender and fair skin also increasing the risk.”
Keratosis pilaris is a stubborn condition affecting about 40% of Canadians. It is considered a mild hereditary form of eczema, and most commonly shows up as rough pink bumps on the side of the arms, and occasionally on the side of the thighs or cheeks.
