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Dealing with Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is the most common form of human cancer. Why? Because it is mainly caused by exposure to the sun’s untraviolet rays. And, unless you’re a vampire, humans spend lots of time out in the sun. Now that we’ve just finished another summer under the sun, it’s a good time to bone up on... read more
Say Goodbye to These 5 Bad Habits to Keep Your Skin Glowing
Maintaining your skin's health sure is hard; there are just so many skin care products to choose! While this can greatly help in keeping the skin as young-looking as possible, all the effort may turn out to be futile because of some bad habits you are unintentionally making! It’s never too late to stop them... read more
How to Prepare for Your Botox Injections
Turning back the clock is possible with Botox injections. The treatment has gained popularity over the years as it can make a person look years younger without the need for surgery or having to endure downtime. But before you get too anxious, make sure you know how to prepare for Botox. Botox has a lot... read more
HAS COSMETIC SURGERY BECOME THE NEW MAKEUP?
Good looking workers make $230,000.00 more over their lifetime in comparison to the less “aesthetically-appealing” counterparts according to the recent Time magazine article. Additionally in recent years, due to ubiquitous social media and phone cameras, not just celebrities, but all of us can be photographed and “publically-displayed” at any time. Five years ago, Brazil made... read more
INTRODUCING BOTOX THURSDAYS!
Receive $100 OFF Botox® treatment on Thursdays During the months of July & August! Erase the frown lines and soften your crow’s feet with Botox® Cosmetic! What’s more, Botox® Cosmetic treatment can also accomplish a subtle brow lift in most patients, giving eyes a rested, more open appearance. At Chevy Chase Dermatology, we believe in... read more
CAN WRINKLE FILLERS REPLACE FACELIFTS?
With many excellent injectable wrinkle fillers now available, we can easily restore lost volume to the face. At Chevy Chase Dermatology, we prefer hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvederm and Restylane. Their safety profile is impressive and results achieved are truly natural and well-balanced. Juvederm Voluma XC is ideally suited for the mid-face (cheek area),... read more
DOES FACIAL ENHANCEMENT MAKE ONE MORE LIKEABLE?
Recent study published in Cosmetic Surgery Times found that facial rejuvenation procedures alter ways in which patients are perceived by others well beyond making them look younger. The data demonstrate an increase in the likeability, social skills, attractiveness and femininity. At Chevy Chase Dermatology, we offer a carefully selected menu of well-researched, minimally-invasive procedures that... read more
PURCHASE A PACKAGE OF 5 FACIAL SAPPHIRE3® PHOTOABRASION TREATMENTS* AND RECEIVE: * 5 Free Neck Red Monochromatic Light Treatments Designed to enhance elasticity and firmness of the delicate skin on your neck ($1,000 value for 5 treatments) & * Nectifirm® Cream by Revision® Skincare Scientifically formulated to firm, smooth and hydrate the neck and décolletage... read more
Can vitamin B prevent development of skin cancer?
An inexpensive vitamin B₃ product, nicotinamide available over the counter, has been shown to reduce the risk of developing further skin cancers in patients with previous history of such cancers according to Australian ONTRAC (Oral Nicotinamide to Reduce Actinic Cancer) study. Patients who took nicotinamide 500mg twice daily for 1 year showed a 20% reduction... read more
FDA recently issued an alert about fraudulent Botox®/Botox® Cosmetic imported from an unlicensed supplier not authorized to ship and distribute drugs within the United States. The counterfeit Botox® was seized by the FDA's Office of Criminal Investigations. The product is deemed unsafe due to the uncertain quality of manufacturing and possibility of improper storage... read more
