We are only given one body and the skin we’re in is built to last a lifetime. However, it is up to us to treat our body and our skin as well as possible to keep it healthy and to increase our longevity. One of the best ways to do this is by taking frequent
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How Can You Prevent Scabies?
Americans suffer from a wide variety of skin disorders. One of the most common skin disorders, for example, is acne, which affects 40 to 50 million Americans or about 85% of people during their lifetime. Another, lesser known skin condition is called scabies. An infestation of scabies mites causes this condition when it burrows beneath
[Read More]What Your Acne Might Be Telling You
If you’re an adult with acne, don’t worry. You’re not alone. According to recent statistics, nearly 85% of all adults get acne at some point in their lives, whether it’s on the face, chest, or other parts of their body. In the U.S. alone, between 40 and 50 million people are currently dealing with some
[Read More]Kiss Your Double Chin Goodbye With Kybella!
After a successful initial trial period, Water’s Edge Dermatology is excited to announce the permanent addition of Kybella injections to their wide range of cosmetic procedures. Kybella injections are an FDA approved, non-surgical, injectable cosmetic treatment for excess fat. Launched in 2015, it is a very new product that aims to better serve patients who
[Read More]Learn the Facts About Hair Loss
As people age, hair loss becomes a bigger and bigger concern for both men and women. Hair grows essentially everywhere on the human skin with the exclusion of the palms of hands and the soles of feet. It’s made up of a protein called keratin. When follicles make new hair cells, old ones are push
[Read More]How Cosmetic Dermatology Can Soften the Effects of Aging
While we do what we can to look beautiful naturally, our skin eventually catches up to our age. In fact, human skin loses as much as 1% of elasticity each year. While beauty creams and skin care can often help to firm and tighten loose, aging, wrinkled skin, sometimes we need a little extra help.
[Read More]Learn the Facts About Skin Cancer
While many visit their local dermatologist to contend with acne and other skin issues, some skin problems are more serious than others. One of the most common forms of skin damage that can quickly turn dangerous is melanoma or nonmelanoma skin cancer. According to current estimates in the United States, one in five Americans will
[Read More]Study: Pre-Teens Now Getting Acne At Younger and Younger Ages
Even though 40 to 50 million of us deal with acne regularly, and even though fully 85% of us will suffer with acne in our lifetimes, it often feels like you’re the only one dealing with skin problems. And when you’re dealing with acne at a vulnerable young age, it can feel like your acne
[Read More]Best Treatment for Skin Cancer is Prevention: Iowa Doctors Raising Awareness Through Pre-Prom Event
Certainly one of the most common forms of skin maladies. About 85% of people suffer from acne at some point during their lifetime and over 40% of teenagers will have some form of acne or acne scarring by their mid-teens. Of course, even the most severe acne treatment cases are a far cry from treatment
[Read More]Could You Be Making These 4 Common Skin Care Mistakes?
Could You Be Making These 4 Common Skin are Mistakes?Without a doubt, it’s not easy to have a glowing complexion. Just look at the statistics: 85% of people will suffer from some sort of acne in their lifetime, and around 7.5 million Americans suffer from psoriasis. Despite this, the beauty and skin care industry is
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