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An old acne drug may hold the key to developing a new, safer treatment, a study suggests. Isotretinoin (Myorisan, formerly branded as Accutane), is a form of vitamin A, and has been prescribed for acne for decades. It works by reducing oil in the skin, thus helping prevent acne. An additional benefit of the drug […]
Singer LeAnn Rimes urges people with psoriasis to stop hiding and start living. Listen to her message. Credit: National Psoriasis Foundation
CariDee English is an American fashion model and TV personality who won Cycle 7 of America’s Next Top Model. CarieDee shares her story about being diagnoised with psoriasis at a younge age, and her journey on overcoming it. Credit: National Psoriasis Foundation
Psoriasis is a condition that affects as many as 7.5 million Americans. Like many with this condition, Lauper has struggled physically and emotionally, and she has gone to great lengths to cover up her skin before public appearances. Learn more about Lauper’s psoriasis story at click here. Credit: National Psoriasis Foundation
Did you know that at Toronto Dermatology Centre, only our expert dermatology physicians inject Botox and fillers? Our physicians have years of formal training, ongoing cutting edge education, and clinical experience. For optimal results and safety (and your health!), only trust a physician with treating your face with Botox (for dynamic wrinkles, typically the forehead, […]
As anyone who’s broken out after a late-night drinking and pizza binge can attest, diet is clearly linked to skin condition. But there’s so much conflicting information about how to manage your diet for the most beautiful skin possible, as well all kinds of wacky DIY recipes (we’ll pass on the mayonnaise face mask, thank […]
What are the best ways to look great this holiday season? When it comes to your skin, Toronto Dermatology Centre has the answer for you. Not only do we want to look extra special for all of the holiday parties, we also want to look great for relatives we haven’t seen in a long […]
Our dermatologists recently hosted renowned local Rheumatologist Dr. Shikha Mittoo who educated us on the overlap of many rheumatologic conditions with dermatology, in particular psoriatic arthritis. We are constantly learning and bringing in experts, and traveling to conferences far and wide, to be able to provide the most expert medical and cosmetic care of the […]
George Herbert Walker Bush, our 41st President, passed away last night. This commentary is a personal reflection on a “pen pal” experience in 1986 that still makes me smile. “When you see something, say something” has an alternative meaning to a dermatologist. Skin lesions are observed on photographs, television, and in the movies. Whether it […]
