The Skin Wellness Physicians Blog
Interesting and Useful Information for Marco Island, Bonita Springs, Ft. Myers, and Naples, FL
Welcome to the Skin Wellness Physicians blog! Read posts chosen specifically for people interested in learning about skin health, beauty, and more in the Naples and Marco Island areas.
Sun Safety: Tips to Protect Your Skin
Sun damage afflicts nearly everyone within their lifetime, especially if they are a full or part-time resident of the Sunshine State. As dermatologists at Skin Wellness Physicians, we explain that damage manifests itself in a number of ways—namely in ways that can lead to skin cancers and premature aging. No matter which consequence of damage it is …
How Can the Lifespan of Fillers Be Extended?
“Is there a way to make fillers last longer?” Our Naples– and Marco Island-based team at Skin Wellness Physicians hears this question from patients who choose injectable facial fillers to reduce wrinkles or enhance their facial contours. The short answer is yes! Millions of minimally invasive procedures are performed each year, with fillers—as well as …
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Say Goodbye to Redness, Rosacea, and Visible Vessels
Facial redness is a common reason for visits to the dermatologist’s office. It can be the result of conditions such as rosacea, broken blood vessels due to chronic sun damage, and marks left from acne. At Naples and Marco Island’s Skin Wellness Physicians, we find that redness is usually vascular in origin. Makeup will only go so …
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3 Things Everyone Should Know Before Lip Injections
Hyaluronic acid-based fillers are a popular way to minimize facial wrinkles by injecting soft gel below the skin’s surface to add long-lasting lift and fullness to key areas. Facial fillers do more than just reduce wrinkles; they can also shape midface contours and be used to plump the lips. With that in mind, if you’re …
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Getting the Most Out of Your Skin Cancer Screening
When people call to book an appointment with our Florida-based dermatologists, they often schedule a “skin check,” but that term can be interpreted in many ways. To a dermatologist, a skin check signifies a head to toe examination looking for skin cancers, precancerous growths, and atypical moles. Most of the time and effort of the …
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What Should You Avoid After an IPL Treatment?
The Skin Wellness Physicians team provides intense pulsed light (IPL) treatments to restore a more even, smooth skin tone and texture for patients who are often anticipating beautiful results, but still curious about what happens after Forever Young BBL™. Our Naples-based Skin Wellness Physicians team explains what to expect during each individualized consultation, but there are …
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Keratosis Pilaris: Why Are the Backs of My Arms Always Rough?
There are many medical dermatology conditions Florida women and women bring to our team at Skin Wellness Physicians. One is keratosis pilaris (KP), an inherited, genetic condition that results in rough, red, or both rough and red follicles on the back of the arms, most commonly over the triceps area. In rare cases, one can find this …
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How Do You Boost Collagen for Plumper Skin?
When we’re young, our skin has a fuller, more supple appearance, while older skin typically becomes thinner and more deflated. There’s one substance that’s primarily responsible for this: collagen. Collagen is a substance your body creates naturally. The protein is especially abundant in the skin and is also a component of the hair, muscles, and …
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A Dermatologist’s Guide to Safe Pregnancy Skin Care
Pregnancy is a wonderful time for you and your family. However, there are many changes to your body and your skin that could happen during this period, and special care must be taken—including using or avoiding certain skincare products. Florida’s Dr. Vivian Wong from Skin Care Wellness Physicians is here to discuss some dos and don’ts …
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Can You Minimize Scarring from Mohs Surgery?
As you’re probably already aware, too much unprotected sun exposure is detrimental to your skin. Skin cancer is obviously something to be concerned about, and sun exposure significantly increases the risk of this disease. Ultraviolet radiation burns the skin and alters the DNA itself, leading to mutations in the skin that can result in cancer. …
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