Patient Buzz: Is There Any Truth to Acne Face Mapping? The Expert Weighs In
572357235723face mappingAn ancient Chinese theory of acne is gaining popularity in the consumer media. Acne face mapping is the idea that the placement of acne breakouts on the skin reveal the location of health issues occurring inside the body. Consumer lifestyle website Refinery29 wrote an article recently about acne face mapping, which claimed acne in certain locations as signs of imbalances in the digestive system …
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Patient Buzz: Should Dermatologists Recommend LED Light Therapy Masks? The Expert Weighs In
539953995399Light therapyPrevention wrote an article recently about a new popular skin treatment among celebrities -- LED light therapy masks. So how should you respond if a patient asks about this treatment? For an expert opinion, I consulted Jeremy A. Brauer, MD, clinical associate professor in the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology at NYU School of Medicine. What is your opinion on the effectiveness o …
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Acne, Psoriasis, Winter Beauty and More: December Patient Buzz Series
531953195319Winter beautyAcne, Psoriasis, Winter Beauty - and More!  Be prepared for what your patients may ask! Do you ever field odd-ball patient questions and wonder where the information they presented came from? The new “Patent Buzz” series addresses recent dermatology news from the consumer press and provides background on the conditions and treatments your patients may ask about at their next office visit. …
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Patient Buzz: Should Dermatologists Recommend Hyaluronic Acid Supplements?
517851785178Hyaluronic AcidThe Expert Weighs In In a recent interview on Good Morning America, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe mentioned hyaluronic acid (HA) supplements as a possible treatment to moisturize dry skin. Since Dr. Bowe said research on these supplements is preliminary, how should you respond if a patient asks about the benefits of an oral hyaluronic acid? For an expert opinion, I consulted W …
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Patient Questions: Be Prepared for What Your Patients May Ask
502050205020Dermatology newsDo you ever field odd-ball patient questions and wonder where the information they presented came from? The new “Patent Buzz” series addresses recent dermatology news from the consumer press and provides background on the conditions and treatments your patients may ask about at their next office visit. Allure: Do you need a face towel? Brides: Are gel nails safe? GMA: Skin tips …
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