Dr. Benjamin Barankin was interviewed this past summer by posh retail purveyor Holt Renfrew in “Strike oil: as summer heats up, here’s five things you need to know to shut down a shiny forehead”. View the full article here!
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You and your loved ones should remember to get any spots checked out by a dermatologist before it’s to late.
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Many people who sweat excessively do not realize that they have a treatable medical condition. The following tips can help you gain control.
- See a dermatologist for a diagnosis. A dermatologist is one of the few doctors who receives training in the diagnosis and treatment of hyperhidrosis. A dermatologist can tell you what type of hyperhidrosis you have and recommend appropriate treatment.
Did you know that our very own Dr. Benjamin Barankin, and his wife (an ObGyne), were recently invited to present in Montreal at Dermatology Update on “Debunking the facts and myths surrounding hormonal acne therapy”. Check out the details here.
Our dermatologists have been part of all of the published national Canadian clinical guidelines in dermatology, for such conditions as: acne, rosacea & psoriasis. Our dermatologists are nationally recognized experts in all matters related to the skin, and their expertise is often tapped by the media, to present at national and international meetings, and to publish countless medical scientific papers (including official guidelines).
“Hyaluronic acid is the hottest ingredient in skincare right now—but how well does it actually work as a moisturizer and wrinkle-plumper?” Continue reading here.

Our dermatologists at Toronto Dermatology Centre are experts in the art of the natural, less is more look with Botox. Check out this article written by Christene Barberich about her experience with Botox for the 1st time!
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Sometimes it’s hard to resist the urge to attack pimples the old fashioned way – that is, by squeezing them. But it’s a well-known fact that this practice can cause inflammation and scarring. Read full article here!
Nothing like a nice soak in a hot tub after a long, hard workout or a swim in a cold pool, is there? Before you indulge, consider this: Chlorine and other disinfectants used to kill germs break down faster in the warm water of a hot tub than they do in a swimming pool. That raises the risk of infections, such as those triggered by the bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Here’s what you need to know to avoid hot tub health problems. Read more here!