SkinCare Physicians Blog offers insights on the latest in medical and surgical dermatology, cosmetic and laser medicine, as well as aesthetics. All of our internationally recognized physicians and some members of our staff contribute to the Skincare Physicians Blog.
Patients often come to the dermatologists at SkinCare Physicians to voice concerns about the appearance of their lips. Some individuals hope for fuller lips and others are noticing new lines and folds around the mouth as they age. Fortunately, we have safe and effective treatments to rejuvenate your lips. Here are answers to the questions that patients often pose about lip treatments. What might be done to softly plump the lips? For patients who are hoping to give their lips a softer, fuller appearance, a popular treatment is the injection of hyaluronic acid fillers. This is a quick procedure that … Continue reading »
Want to look significantly younger and refreshed in about 15 minutes? Then the explosion of new procedures in the field of cosmetic dermatology, especially injectable fillers, is worth looking into. Filler materials have undergone such a rapid evolution over the past 3 to 4 years that they have revolutionized the way we can refresh the aging face. We now have a diverse array of materials that can be gently injected under the skin to plump sagging areas, smooth folds, and erase fine lines. We can target lip and smile lines, hollow cheeks and under-eye areas, and even sagging jawlines. Allergan, … Continue reading »
Sheila is a registered nurse who has been a member of the SkinCare Physicians family for 4 years. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from UMass Amherst, then worked for several years as a nurse at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Over the past few years, Sheila has received specialized training in CoolSculpting, Thermage, Infini, miraDry and laser hair removal. Not only does she love learning, she also enjoys sharing her knowledge. Earlier this year, she presented the results from the miraDry Quality Improvement Project, a study she conducted with two other SkinCare Physicians nurses. In addition to … Continue reading »
Do you feel like your skin has become more sensitive with time? Are there certain products that cause itching and a rash when you use them? Frustrated with buying new products and not knowing if your skin will tolerate them? Well, patch testing, a procedure available at SkinCare Physicians, can help determine if a product may be right for your skin or not. Common forms of skin allergic reactions to products Dermatitis, or eczema, is a common skin condition that many patients experience – manifested by a red, scaly, sometimes itchy rash on the skin. There are many types of … Continue reading »
Have you ever suffered from chapped lips, a painful sunburn on your lips or overall dryness and cracking? Our lips are important in many functions of our daily lives and deserve some tender love. Caring for them correctly is not hard. Here are a few helpful daily steps to keep your lips healthy, protected and glowing. #1 Protect – Skin cancer is the most common kind of cancer in the United States and most commonly occurs on the head and neck, with the lips accounting for a portion of these skin cancers. Using a daily lip product that contains … Continue reading »
Colleen is a Registered Nurse with nearly 20 years of experience. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Fairfield University, then worked for several years as a nurse in the acute care hospital setting. Colleen entered the world of dermatology and cosmetics in 2007, when she joined SkinCare Physicians. She is an active member of the Dermatology Nurses Association (DNA). At SkinCare Physicians, Colleen assisted in pioneering the CoolSculpting program. She was one of the first nurses to attend CoolSculpting University and she continues to receive specialized training in body sculpting on a regular basis. Colleen also has extensive … Continue reading »
SkinCare Physicians is excited to carry SkinBetter Science’s products in its Chestnut Hill Boutique. SkinBetter Science’s skin care line offers innovative formulations that effectively deliver anti-aging and rejuvenating benefits to the skin. Our physicians have selected three essential SkinBetter Science products to improve our patients’ daily skin care regimen. Daily Treatment Cream FACE: A better and deeper collagen booster and hydrator Daily Treatment Cream FACE uses a revolutionary technology that allows peptides to penetrate better and deeper into the skin to boost collagen production and soften the appearance of lines and wrinkles. It also contains glycerin which hydrates the skin, … Continue reading »
Kerry is a registered nurse experienced in dermatology who has been at SkinCare Physicians for 3 years. She specializes in the delivery of several treatments including body sculpting and skin tightening procedures. Kerry perfected her body sculpting skills at CoolSculpting University and received specific training in the Thermage and miraDry procedures. She also has a passion for dermatology surgery with a particular interest in Mohs micrographic surgery. Specialty procedures: Body sculpting and skin tightening Kerry’s favorite part about working at SkinCare Physicians: The PEOPLE! Kerry is grateful to work with an amazing team of staff and physicians who truly care for … Continue reading »
Psoriasis is a common and incurable skin disorder that is characterized by red raised scaly lesions that can occur anywhere on the body. One of the most frequent, and often distressing, locations is on the scalp. Common symptoms include intractable itch, burning, pain and excessive shedding of flaky skin. Historically, addressing scalp psoriasis has been very challenging, as it seems to be more treatment resistant than psoriasis affecting other areas of the body. But fortunately, recent research has identified a number of more successful therapeutic options. A majority of patients benefit from prescription topical solutions, oils or gels, but success … Continue reading »
April has worked at SkinCare Physicians for over 11 years. She is dedicated to providing the highest quality care to her patients. April has received specialized training from CoolSculpting, Thermage, miraDry, Lutronic (Infini) & Candela. She blends a wealth of experience with an ongoing commitment to perfecting her techniques which heightens the quality of nursing services provided at SkinCare Physicians. Specialty procedures: Body sculpting, skin tightening, hyperhidrosis & laser hair removal April’s favorite part about working at SkinCare Physicians: The variety of procedures the practice continues to provide to its patients and her flexible schedule which enables her to offer … Continue reading »
