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.
Managing Melasma: A Marathon, Not a Sprint
Melasma is a common yet unwelcome skin condition we treat at Florida’s Skin Wellness Physicians. It is known for leaving behind stubborn hyperpigmentation, particularly on sun-exposed areas of the face. The condition is most common in women of darker skin types and oftentimes surfaces during reproductive years. This pesky skin condition can relate to a …
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Pre- and Post-Facial Fillers Care Advice
How do you treat skin after fillers? Our Naples-based team knows this is a question plenty of people have on their mind after having these injectable treatments to minimize wrinkles or improve the definition of facial contours. Whether you’ve just had fillers or are considering the option, it’s essential to understand how to care for …
Is Vbeam® for Rosacea Worth It?
How effective is Vbeam® for rosacea? Our Naples-based team sees many patients who are looking for effective treatments for the flushing caused by this chronic skin condition, and they may be wondering if Vbeam® is right for them. Rosacea is a common skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by redness, …
Understanding Vitiligo Causes Symptoms and Treatments
Vitiligo is an autoimmune skin condition that causes your skin to lose its color or pigment. This medical condition happens when the body’s immune system destroys melanocytes. Melanocytes are skin cells that make melanin, which is the chemical that gives skin its color or pigmentation. When someone has vitiligo, they develop milky-white patches on their …
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It’s Skin Cancer Awareness Month
As a dermatologist in Florida, I am aways promoting skin cancer education, but The American Cancer Society specifically promotes May as Skin Cancer Awareness Month. This month, I emphasize being mindful of the causes of skin cancer, getting annual skin exams, and discussing important skin cancer facts. Skin cancer is the most common cancer, with more than …
5 Things to Know About Mohs Surgery
If you are getting ready for a skin cancer treatment, there are some things you should know before Mohs surgery. Our Naples-based team has some tips to help you get the most out of this highly effective procedure, which has a 95 to 99 percent cure rate. Mohs surgery is an advanced surgical technique named …
How Long Does It Take for Neuromodulators to Work?
Plenty of people ask our team questions about how soon their treatments will begin working, such as, “Does Dysport® kick in faster than BOTOX®?” Our Naples-based injectors at Skin Wellness Physicians understand that patients are eager to see their results from neuromodulators and will want to know as much as possible. BOTOX® and Dysport® are …
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Rosacea: Types, Causes, and Treatments
Here at Skin Wellness Physicians in Florida, Rosacea Awareness Month is upon us, providing the perfect opportunity to discuss one of the most common skin conditions we see in dermatology. Rosacea is most thought of as causing rosy cheeks or a red face. There are, however, several variants of rosacea, each with differing presentations and treatments. Recognizing …
Who Are the Best Candidates for PRP for Hair Loss?
PRPIf you’re seeking non-surgical techniques to treat a growing bald patch or receding hairline, you might want to consider PRP for hair loss. Our Naples and Marco Island-based Skin Wellness Physicians team knows that hair loss can have a dramatic negative impact on the self-confidence of men and women alike—while platelet-rich plasma treatments can have a similar …
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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 …
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