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.
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 »
No one likes to arrive at the doctor’s office and find out that there is an issue with their insurance. This can delay the check-in process or may result in the patient having to self-pay for the visit. At SkinCare Physicians, our team of trained referral professionals is committed to help you to avoid insurance issues. They have one central principal in mind … to make sure that we communicate with you in every step of the way when it comes to your insurance plans and referrals. What is a referral coordinator? A referral coordinator is a professional who deals exclusively … Continue reading »
Acne … there are different varieties of it, but even the smallest breakouts can affect how we view ourselves and interact with others. Many of us have been dealing with acne since we were teenagers, but I do see patients who experience sudden breakouts in their late 20’s and early 30’s. It seems that we go into a panic when we breakout: we buy the latest breakthrough product or spend hundreds of dollars on prescriptions and treatments that we hope will be the answer. The trick to it all is using the RIGHT products and treatments that work for you. … Continue reading »
Upper lip lines and wrinkles, also known as perioral rhytids or smoker’s lines, are a major cosmetic feature of the lower face. A recent survey found that over 50% of women with appearance-related concerns selected the skin around the mouth as “the most likely to treat area” of the face. Know that you don’t have to live with these lines. There is more your dermatologist can do to help than you may have thought possible. But first let’s look at what triggers these annoying lip lines and wrinkles. The first culprits to come to mind are sun, cigarettes and straws. … Continue reading »
Can you be one of the 16 million Americans estimated to be affected by Rosacea, a common inflammatory condition often starting in adult age? Dr. Laurel Morton, a dermatologist at SkinCare Physicians, explains what you need to know about rosacea and what you can do about this widespread disorder causing red, inflamed, bumpy skin. What is rosacea and what causes it? Let’s start with a definition: Rosacea is a disorder affecting the skin that causes flares of facial redness. This can come in several forms. Some patients exhibit very rosy cheeks and noses with flushed skin. Others have an adult … Continue reading »
ThermiRF is a new addition to the SkinCare Physicians’ Skin Tightening Program. In a comfortable one-hour procedure, we are able to deliver therapeutic heat to the jawline and neck to create noticeable skin tightening. The jawline becomes sharper, and the area under the chin (the submental region) becomes smoother and more sculpted. How ThermiRF works? ThermiRF uses the principle of radiofrequency skin tightening to create natural results. A local anesthesia is injected under the skin, and then a thin probe is inserted through a small needle hole. The physician maneuvers the probe to areas that he or she wants to … Continue reading »
