In a recent analysis, researchers examined whether results from a lesion diagnostic assay remained accurate after 12 months. The findings could alter how dermatologists approach future melanoma diagnosis in clinic.

Genetic test could rule out melanoma diagnosis

The realization of the critical importance of the IL-17 and 23 pathways have led to the development of numerous therapies that target parts of the immune system.

Atopic dermatitis treatment advances on psoriasis research

Teledermatology can be a major part of some dermatology practices. In this Legal Eagle article, Dr. Goldberg discusses the liability issues surrounding telemedicine that could put you and your practice at risk.

What are my liabilities with telemedicine?

Insights offer greater understanding around patient perspectives and desires that could prove useful to dermatologists in managing atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.

Desire for clearance high in atopic dermatitis patients 

In this Cosmetic Conundrums, Dr. Draelos answers questions about the safety of eyelid glitter, permanent eyeliner and microblading.

Dermatologist discusses permanent eyeliner, microblading

Novel treatments for rosacea such as intradermal botulinum toxin-A and light therapies show promise, but more data is needed to prove their efficacy and safety in this patient population, says a recent paper.

New rosacea therapies show promise

Researchers recently examined a non-invasive test that, if additional studies can confirm, may directly affect future patient care for patients at risk for non-melanoma skin cancer.

Cheek swab IDs genes linked to non-melanoma risk

Researchers employed the the Citizen Pscientist, an online patient portal developed by the National Psoriasis Foundation, to investigate chronic sleep dysfunction prevalence in psoriasis. Read what they discovered in this article. 

Sleep problems common in psoriasis

Dermatologist R. Sonia Batra sits down with Dermatology Times for a melasma Q&A.

Your melasma questions answered

Experts offer their treatment tips and protocols for melasma prevention and management.

Let’s talk about melasma

To meet the skin's changing needs over various life stages, experts at the Generational Dermatology Symposium held earlier this year suggest being proactive about barrier problems and that moisturization is key to maintaining skin health.

Skincare advice across the generations 

Nonsurgical fat reduction device choices are taking the market by storm, with technologies that target fat via cryolipolysis, laser lipolysis or radiofrequency.

The current nonsurgical fat reduction landscape

Researchers examine T. purpurea benefits for “well-aging” in mature population.

Ingredient watch: Tephrosia purpurea

Adding PRP to a base serum designed to maintain the viability of platelet cells personalizes topical cosmetic products.

The future of skincare  

The ultimate test: Have you listened to how your staff handles incoming phone calls lately?

A bullet-proof marketing strategy

Study reports melasma has a significant negative impact on patient quality of life and self-esteem.

Dermatology Times, September 2019 (Vol. 40, No. 9)