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Maybe its' not just a Spot |
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Serious Medical Condition May Be Masquerading as Age Spots
To the untrained eye, a brownish circle on the hand of a man in
his 60s may appear to be nothing more than an age spot or other
unwanted, but harmless, sign of aging. Dermatologists want people
to know that some signs and symptoms associated with aging skin
indicate an underlying medical condition. That rough, reddish
patch on the face could be more than sun-drenched dry skin. An age
spot that grows, flattens, darkens, and becomes irregularly shaped
may not be an age spot. It could be skin cancer.
To learn more about signs of aging that can indicate an
underlying medical condition and to see if you can tell whether
the spots on a person's hand are really age spots or something
else, visit the following pages.
July Patient Education - Actinic Keratosis. What does it look
like? Who gets it? What does it mean? What do I do about it if I
have AK's? Prevention.
Learn About Actinic Keratosis
Courtesy AAD
If after reading the preceding information, you think you may have
"spots" that are more than just pigmentation, don't wait to make
an appointment. Early detection of skin cancer could save your
life. If your spots are determined to be only "spots", there are
many methods Dr. Pilest can use to remove or lighten them.
We keep urging you to protect yourself from the sun. Yet we're
all attuned to the idea that a tan makes us look healthy. However,
what's going on underneath that "healthy tan" is another
story. Take a look at what the sun can "do" for you over time.
Sun Damage Accumulation
Brown Spot Treatments
--Latest update--
Fraxel is now FDA approved for the treatment of
Melasma
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Velasmooth for Cellulite |
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For years women have been trying to solve the problem of
cellulite. It's a merciless condition that picks on just about all
women..thin, plump, exercise aficionados, runners, new moms, old
moms...pick one of us at any age and invariably there's some areas
on our body that ripple and dimple and just refuse to smooth out
no matter what we do!
But finally we've got a fighting chance. Last month the FDA
approved Velasmooth for the reduction of cellulite. Using
dual energy sources - radio frequency to tighten tissue and
infrared light to heat the targeted areas - along with suction
manipulation to insure consistent application of both energies,
Velasmooth goes far beyond traditional "massage" attempts to
eliminate stubborn fat cells. It sounds like a lot's going on at
once...and there is. That's the reason it works.
Boost results by combining
mesotherapy, a French-inspired body contouring procedure
that helps the body get rid of fat in the places you want to get
rid of it.
As an introductory special to our patients, we're offering
20% off. Read about how Velasmooth works and then
bring in the attached coupon below for your special pricing.
Velasmooth 20% Coupon
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Captique Coupon |
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We're offering our readers a Captique special. It's a limited time
offer coupon for 25% off as an introduction to a new and very
popular wrinkle and line filler.
Read about Captique and get the coupon here.
Captique is becoming a highly requested wrinkle and line filler in
our office. The use of hyaluronic acid fillers is instantly
gratifying and erases years in a matter of minutes.
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Jennifer's Thermage Progress |
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We've added a 2 month Post-Thermage photo of Jennifer. See what
the changes are and what she has to say. (And forgive us for the
helter skelter lighting! We're changing that so the photos are
more readily comparable)
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Your Thermage Story |
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Deals abound this summer. The Thermage corporation is offering a
chance to win a grand with your story. If you've had Thermage,
they want to hear about it.
Total Dermatology information on
Thermage and
Thermage PLUS.
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Upcoming Seminars |
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Our Fraxel & Thermage seminar last month was very lively,
informative and fun. Dr. Pilest performed a Fraxel skin
resurfacing, a Thermage skin tightening and also used Captique for
filling deep nasolabial folds. Our seminar attendees also were
able to view the new Velasmooth cellulite treatment.
If you had to miss it, we'll be scheduling another seminar
soon. Put yourself on our call list and we'll let you know when
the next seminar is on the calendar.
Add me to the Seminar call list or call the office at
1-800-838-4936 and we'll add your name and contact info to
the list for you.
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Ask Dr. Pilest |
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Dr. Pilest responds to your concerns and questions. It's a great
way to learn, so don't be shy. Posted inquiries and responses will
be anonymous.
Need skin care advice? Have a problem you don't know what to do
about? Confused about what you read or see on TV? This is the
place to ask. Get the Facts.
A reader asks:
Is it true that hemorrhoid creams can be applied to the eye
area? What is the effect? Is it just to reduce puffiness? Or does
it also help diminish fine lines?
Dr. Pilest:
They work as a moisturizer, but aren't effective in resolving
puffiness...which is an accumulation of water in the tissues.
Hemorrhoid creams are designed to temporarily shrink capillaries
in mucous membranes, not remove fluid retention under the eyes.
You can use them and they probably won't hurt (though the smell
isn't all that great), but they won't remove wrinkles or help
puffy eyes.
If you have a problem with eye puffiness and you know it is not
allergy-related, try sleeping with your head slightly elevated.
Also, avoiding alcohol and salty foods will cut down on fluid
retention.
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Total Dermatology Location |
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Call 1-800-838-4936 to schedule your appointment.
Total Dermatology is located next to the Irvine Regional
Medical Center on Sand Canyon Avenue close to Alton and the 405
Freeway.
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Hyperhidrosis - Excessive Sweating
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We've had really hot weather lately and with the heat comes the
sweat. But some people suffer year round with excessive,
embarrassing sweating that's not caused by heat, but by a medical
condition called Hyperhidrosis.This condition, a result
of overactive sweat glands in the armpits, the soles of the feet
and the palms of the hands can have profound psychological
effects. Usually even the strongest antiperspirant makes little or
no difference and the hyperhidrosis sufferer struggles to hide the
condition.
Botox, most widely known for its use in relaxing facial wrinkles,
is an FDA approved treatment for severe sweating. It has other
medical uses as well and has been effective in a number of
conditions.
By placing tiny injections into the overactive sweat glands,
Dr. Pilest can help reduce and minimize the uncomfortable and
embarrassing effects of hyperhidrosis.
If you or a family member suffers with hyperhidrosis, there are
solutions.
Learn more about Hyperhidrosis |
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