How It Works: Neurotoxins are used on various areas on the face and neck, to give our skin a refreshed and youthful look. The muscles of facial expression or softened, which is turn allows etched lines and wrinkles to fade away, giving us a more youthful, relaxed appearance. The skin to be treated is cleansed and then a tiny needle …

You are armed with a premium set of skin care bottles, ready to win beautiful skin. But which goes on first? Is it OK if they mix? Some simple rules of thumb: Serum First If you are using any type of serum (often antioxidants are delivered this way), this is the first thing to apply to your newly washed face. …

At West Oak Dermatology, Dr. Gant often prescribes prescription topical retinoids to treat the signs of skin aging. Topical retinoids help skin cells turn over to expose new, fresh skin cells and revitalize the looks and feel of the skin. The results are real, but you have to be diligent about how you start and continue their use, for optimal …

Warts are a common problem for both children and adults. We see them more commonly in children, but any age can be affected. Common warts are causes by a type of HPV (Human Papillomavirus), which does not carry a risk of cancer. The virus is contagious and you are more likely to catch it when you have damaged skin. Examples …

Your forgot to reapply after that first dip in the ocean. Three hours later you head inside and realize the heat is coming in with you, in the form of a sunburn! The horror! What now? Pain Control: The first word? Ouch! Your skin is swollen, warm and uncomfortable. Ice packs, cool aloe gel, aspirin or ibuprofen (Advil) can help …

Acne is a problem that plaques the majority of teenagers at one point or another. The distress and frustration of the patient and parent are palpable when I walk into the exam room. There are a few main points that I like to make sure teenagers and parents understand when we are embarking on a treatment plan. 1. Make a …