“Dermal fillers have been popular for years. People like that these injections can diminish facial lines and plump up sagging skin on their face (and hands). Fillers are also convenient. You can get these injections in a dermatologist’s office, and most fillers have virtually no downtime. Add to this the fact that fillers are safe for all skin colors, and you can see why they’ve become so popular.” Follow this link to learn more.
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“Jimmie Johnson’s celebration of iconic win No. 83 was cut a tad short, as the seven-time Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series champion spent the morning after his victory having a minor outpatient procedure to remove Basal Cell Carcinoma from his shoulder.” Click here to read the full article.
“That highly coveted ‘sun-kissed’ glow can actually be the kiss of death. Melanoma Awareness Month just wrapped up but we need to up our safe sun practices all year round. In Canada, nearly 7,000 melanoma cases were diagnosed in 2016 – 1,200 died from it. It’s on the upswing, one of the most common cancers in youth ages 15 to 29 and the most aggressive skin cancer if not caught early.” Follow this link to read the full article.
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The American Academy of Dermatology has released a statement on sunscreen, emphasizing that “sunscreen remains a safe, effective form of sun protection.” Click here to read the full article.
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“Most of the postadolescent women with acne in a retrospective review of 400 patients treated over a 4-year period improved with spironolactone treatment, with a low rate of side effects, according to the authors.” Click here to read the full article.
“1. A Less Gummy Smile
As teased in the headline above that is the internet equivalent of a finger crook, some carefully placed filler can relax the upper lip, which subsequently exposes less of your gum line when you say “cave-aged Gouda.” Continute to read here and found out more about the diferent areas that filler can treat.
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Darker skin tones do not equate to no risk of skin cancer—a misperception that is leading to rising rates of the disease in the Hispanic population. The myth of “built-in” sun protection has led to a higher rate of locally advanced skin cancer in Hispanic patients over Caucasians, a growing trend. Although the most recent studies are related to Hispanic (skin type IV), all darker skin types have a skin cancer risk.
Patients with darker skin tones are also more vulnerable in areas less likely to be protected from the sun, such as palms, soles, inside the mouth and under nails, according to the Icahn School of Medicine.
Delays in diagnosis also lead to more challenging skin cancers—especially melanoma. Other significant issues are basal cell carcinoma diagnoses, which darker skinned patients typically develop less often than others but later in life. Other misguided practices, for all ethnicities, include getting a “base tan” at a tanning booth in order to protect against the sun.
The only healthy tan is the one you are born with. All skin types should be educated to adopt safe sun practices. It starts with building awareness about the skin cancer risks that are real in every skin type in addition to education on sunscreen use and protective clothing.
It is all about education and building awareness in Hispanic and all other populations. As a precaution and prevention of undiagnosed skin cancers, it is advised to visit your dermatologist’s office for periodic skin checks. Skin cancers are a reality with all skin types.
Those educated with sunscreen awareness understand that there are 2 main types of rays that affect us, UVA and UVB. While those of us with lighter skin may be affected more by UVB rays, which can cause sunburn, it is the UVA rays that lead to skin cancers, premature aging and unsightly brown spots on the skin.
Due to the warning sign that UVB rays give to the lighter skinned patient, they are more willing to wear sunscreen based on the discomfort caused by a burn. Because darker skin tones may not get the warning signs that the lighter skins are prone to, they feel that they are immune to sun damage of any type. This has proven to be untrue, and the number of cancers among darker skin tones is on the rise.
Education and periodic visits to your dermatologist are a necessary part of your skin’s health. Choosing to ignore the facts that the sun affects all skin types, no matter what colour, is no better than running out into traffic. Taking chances with your health because you don’t want to apply that extra step in the morning is unacceptable. Believing that sunscreen is not good for you because someone without any facts decided to write an uneducated blog is no excuse and is certainly not in your best interest.
A trip to your dermatologist to review your moles and other spots is covered by OHIP. At Toronto Dermatology Centre, you can visit one of our medical estheticians for a complimentary education session on the ins and outs of sun protection. There are no longer any excuses acceptable to not look after your skin. The studies have been done and the facts are clear. Choose to look after the health of your skin and the health of you.
~ Sheri Roselle, Medical Esthetician at Toronto Dermatology Centre
Recent National Rosacea Society surveys found 90 percent of rosacea patients said rosacea’s effect on personal appearance had lowered their self-esteem and self-confidence, and 52 percent said they had avoided face-to-face contact because of the disorder. Among those with severe symptoms, 51 percent reported they had even missed work because of their condition.
“Spring will soon be blooming so this is a great time to take stock of your skin care routine and your skin care products. With spring about to start this is the time to go through and sort your skin care products, get rid of old products, and think about which products you are currently using and if they really work for your skin. Take the time to really think about how you would like your skin to look and feel so you can work toward that goal now.” Click here to read more.
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