Approximately 1 million Canadians are affected by psoriasis. The most common form can be characterized by fast growing skin cells that accumulate with the dead skin cells on the body which have a hard time shedding, resulting in lesions and scaly looking skin. The outbreaks, severity, and the chronic nature of psoriasis can make it […]
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Keloid scars are commonly lumpy or ridged scars that are the result of an injury or condition that has healed. Causes can include surgery or acne. While the scars are not harmful and do not require treatment, many patients do not like the sight of them and wish to improve the appearance of them.
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Beauty innovations are happening day in and day out. And lucky for us Canucks, when it comes to both cosmetic medical treatments as well as physician-grade skincare, Canada is always on the cutting-edge and ahead of the curve. The use of growth factors in skincare has been around for years, but its currently causing some […]
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I think it is safe to say that a clear and even complexion is something all of us desire. At our dermatology and cosmetic surgery clinic we know that one of the major hindrances and most common problems is pigmentation and melasma. Pigmentation is typically brown spots on the skin that are either age spots or […]
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“The skin is the body’s largest organ” is probably one of the most well-known medical facts in the world. It’s a trivia tidbit that can be found on beer mats and bottle caps galore, but what does it mean for those wanting to achieve healthy, glowing skin? How do dermatologists study an organ that’s been […]
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When 40-55% of adults have adult acne, it’s should hardly be considered a “teenage” problem. Around half of us have had to face our work life, our love lives, and life in general while struggling with hard-to treat acne that always seems to pop up in the most inopportune moments. You should be proud of […]
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Skin cancer is the most preventable forms of the disease yet remains among the most prevalent, especially since many individuals love outdoor activities or sun-tanning, all of which can increase the risk for skin cancer. Properly and frequently applying sun protectant can prevent cancerous skin lesions, but it’s easy to forget sunscreen as a part […]
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After a long, cold winter and a not-so-mild spring, summer is finally here! Spring and Mother’s Day may be over, but that doesn’t mean you have to forego some much-needed pampering. Instead of treating yourself to just a spa day or facial to get ready for summer, consider indulging in longer-lasting treatments with these top […]
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Despite our best efforts, aging and the side effects that come with it are inevitable. While many of our patients often focus their anti-aging efforts on their faces, it’s really their hands that are more likely to show the telltale signs of passing years. Wrinkles, thinning skin, and diminished collagen can leave hands looking thin […]
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Warts and moles are common skin conditions recorded by cultures across the centuries. Over the years, different groups explained their appearance in a different way. While treatments options have evolved over the centuries – less folklore-based treatments and more modern technology – myths still exist around the best ways to remove these unwanted skin tags […]
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