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Renowned dermatologist and injector Dr. Anatoli Freiman speaks about Botox, answering questions about truths and myths about this controversial treatment for taking years off the appearance of individuals.
Renowned dermatologist and author Dr. Benjamin Barankin from Toronto Dermatology Centre speaks to us about Injectables and wrinkle fillers. Dr. Barankin has been treating patients with injectables for over a decade. With his extensive experience, he is able to answer all frequently asked questions pertaining to the different types of fillers on the market….
Many skin conditions are common in young kids. Dr. Anatoli Freiman, dermatologist and medical director at the Toronto Dermatology Centre shares his expertise on the topic in Parents Canada magazine.
“We see a lot of eczema, moles that develop, rashes and skin infections, like warts and molluscum,” says Dr. Freiman. Since it can be hard for parents to determine what, if anything, is wrong, speak to your family doctor if you have concerns. If more specialized treatment is required, you will be referred to a dermatologist. Different conditions can look very similar, so it’s important to show your family doctor early on. If things are left untreated, it can get out of hand. Here’s his primer to help you know what kinds of skin conditions to look for in your preschoolers:
Dr. Benjamin Barankin was quoted recently in SWEAT magazine discussing how athletes can take care of their skin. Click here to see the article.
When I go to get my hair done I want to feel that my stylist is suggesting the best options for me. If I feel they are choosing a style that is beyond my comfort zone, or something where the upkeep is beyond my financial ability, then I start to wonder if they are there to help me or just increase the size of their pocketbook. As a service provider in the “people” business for 30 years, I have learned that there needs to be a great balance between what the patient needs and what the patient wants. What I mean by that is that I may see a patient who could really use some photorejuvenation/BBL to target their sun damage, but that patient may not see sun damage at all. If I tell them what they need, they could be grateful, but they could also be offended and think I am just telling them something to “get their money.”…
A recent report in the Dermatology Times of Canada found that 60% of patients 0-10, and 40% of those children 10-19 who developed melanoma skin cancer did not present with the conventional ABCDE (Asymmetry, Border Irregularity, Colour Variation, Diameter >6mm, Evolving/Changing) criteria which are used to detect melanoma in adults. Rather their lesions presented as bleeding bumps, lacking pigment, uniform colour, and variable diameter. In children, the most important feature was E/evolution (e.g. it got bigger or darker or started bleeding). The incidence of melanoma in children is rising, especially in 15-19 year old girls.
