Aesthetics

Port Charlotte, Fla. - Stephen Chiarello, M.D., is on a mission to bring dermatology into the 21st century.

Portland, OR - In a small study of bexarotene gel treatment for chronic severe hand dermatitis (HD), the medication achieved both speedy and surprising results. In a 55-patient, phase 1-2 open-label randomized clinical study of the gel, used alone and in combination with one of two steroids, 79 percent of patients on monotherapy achieved clinical improvement of at least 50 percent, and 39 percent reached at least 90 percent clearance.

Botox manufacturer Allergan Inc.. reports it won a $1.5 million judgment in its trademark infringement and unfair competition suit against Mira Life Group Inc., according to the Associated Press.

As cosmetic procedures grow in popularity, dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons strive to enhance patient comfort as well as ensure that the entire experience is a pleasant one. Building patient confidence and trust are the ultimate goals, and the use of topical anesthetics has helped greatly toward this end.

Oral antibiotics have an integral role in the treatment of moderate to severe acne. Patient compliance with an acne treatment program is crucial, and those affected must have realistic expectations for treatment. Because many strains of P acnes have become resistant to tetracycline, dermatologists are increasingly turning to doxycycline monohydrate, which has retained efficacy against the organism.

Do over-the-counter medications and primary care treatment lower dermatologists' acne treatment load?

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Washington - Dermatologists need to keep cosmeceuticals under the magnifying glass and identify the science supporting their efficacy so that they can better advise patients about over-the-counter skincare, said Patricia Farris, M.D., at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Washington - The number of potential dermatologic uses for botulinum toxin type A (Botox Cosmetic) continues to increase, but the already sizable list probably only represents the tip of the iceberg, says Seth L. Matarasso, M.D., at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology

Several infrared lasers have also been used to treat acne by targeting the sebaceous gland.

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Maui, Hawaii - Next-generation botulinum toxin treatments promise to improve problems ranging from smokers' lines to sweaty palms. However, such treatments aren't for novices - be they dermatologists or patients. "As Botox is now becoming more widely accepted and we're becoming more used to its application, we're finding new uses for it," said Kevin S. Pinski, M.D.