Skin Laxity: Aging and Hormone Replacement Therapy Q&A Interview
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Skin aging is a complex biological process controlled by chronological aging, genetics and environmental factors. As we age, hormone production decreases, the rate of skin renewal slows causing thinning of the epidermis and reducing the effectiveness of skin barrier function, repair and cell turnover. Gravity and the sun take a toll. Improving the skin’s integrity…
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The ideal skin care regimen
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Moy, Fincher, Chipps Facial Plastics & Dermatology is widely regarded as one of the leading dermatology practices nationally. Led by board-certified dermatologists Drs. Ronald Moy, Edgar Fincher, Lisa Chipps – MFC has helped tens of thousands of patients with their skin care needs. From medical dermatology conditions to cosmetic dermatology concerns, there’s little the dermatologists…
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The Difference between Fillers and Neurotoxins Q&A Interview with Dr. Jennifer Herrmann
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As you age, your skin loses its natural elasticity and produces fewer oils, becoming drier, weaker, and less flexible. Exposure to sunlight compounds this natural decline, as ultraviolet light breaks down the deep layers of your skin’s connective tissue. When this strong, flexible support system sustains too much damage, your skin begins to show signs…
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PRP Therapy Explained
All Articles,Cosmetic Dermatology,Hair Restoration
Moy, Fincher, Chipps Facial Plastics & Dermatology is one of the leading cosmetic dermatology and facial plastic surgery practices in Southern California. The renowned physicians are in complete agreement as to the benefits of Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP Therapy) for the treatment of skin rejuvenation and hair restoration. PRP Therapy has created a new…
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Hyperpigmentation Causes and Treatments
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What is hyperpigmentation? Melanin is the substance that gives our skin color. Hyperpigmentation is a condition characterized by the production of excessive melanin which causes dark spots on the skin. Dark spots include age spots, liver spots, freckles, sun spots, and melasma. Hyperpigmentation can affect any skin type but is most common on the face,…
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Liposuction Q&A with Dr. Lisa Chipps
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Despite a healthy diet and regular exercise, you may still have pockets of tenacious, unwanted fat. Liposuction is a minimally invasive surgical fat removal technique to remove unwanted pockets of fat and sculpt beautiful shape and proportions. Liposuction has been safely used for decades to permanently remove fat from the torso, flanks, abdomen, back, outer…
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Which laser resurfacing treatment is right for me?
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Fractionated CO2, Fractionated Erbium, IPL Photofacial, Clear + Brilliant — With so many laser skin resurfacing devices and technologies, how do I know which laser resurfacing treatment is right for me? There’s no doubt, it can be confusing. Unfortunately, the word ‘Laser’ has become a generic catchall for an entire class of dermatologic devices. In…
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Melasma Q&A with Dr. Jennifer Herrmann
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Melasma is a common skin problem. Melasma causes brown to gray-brown patches, usually on the face. Most people get Melasma on their cheeks, bridge of their nose, forehead, chin, and above their upper lip. It also can appear on other parts of the body that are exposed to the sun, such as the forearms and…
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Treating Sun Damaged Skin
All Articles,Cosmetic Dermatology,Fractionated CO2
The skin uses sunlight to help manufacture vitamin D, which is important for normal bone formation. But sometimes its ultraviolet light can be very detrimental. Within the skin’s epidermal (outer) layer are cells that contain the pigment melanin. Melanin protects skin from the sun’s ultraviolet rays, which can burn the skin, and over time, could…
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Pellevé Q&A with Edgar Fincher, MD
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Pellevé is a non-invasive solution to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Pellevé is non-invasive and produces lasting results without needles or surgery. Pellevé is a safe and effective option for a no downtime procedure that gives you a refreshed youthful appearance. A series of treatments is recommended to boost the collagen rebuilding…
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