Dermatology Blog
Toenail Fungus: An Unwelcome Surprise
Published on May 25, 2017 by Westchester Center For DermatologyToenail fungus is a common condition. Some fail to notice the infection, as it sometimes is not visible on the outside of the nail. This means that you might live with a toenail fungal infection for years even without realizing Read More…
Using Light-Based Treatments to Help Reduce the Appearance of Stretch Marks
Published on March 31, 2017 by Westchester Center For DermatologyAre stretch marks stretching your patience? These unsightly visible marks and lines can make it difficult for you to wear bathing suits or other fashionable styles of clothing that show off your skin. Why Do Stretch Marks Appear? Stretch marks Read More…
Photodynamic Blue Light Therapy Fights Acne
Published on February 17, 2017 by Westchester Center For DermatologyAcne can lead to a negative self-image. This is especially true for younger people, who often go through a rough cycle of anxiety, self-isolation, and depression due to facial acne. Photodynamic blue light therapy is one of the fastest and Read More…
With Botox, You Can Relax Your Wrinkles Away
Published on January 31, 2017 by Westchester Center For DermatologyWrinkles are naturally caused by a contraction of underlying facial muscles that occurs every time you smile, laugh, or frown. However, due to loss of skin elasticity in some individuals, these lines or wrinkles are visible even when they do Read More…
Skin Allergy Patch Testing
Published on January 4, 2017 by Westchester Center For DermatologySkin allergies can be quite irritating, and the first step to avoiding an allergy is finding out what you are allergic to. The most common causes for an allergy are mold, pollen, dust mites, dander, and types of foods. Most Read More…
Psoriasis and Our Available Treatment Options
Published on December 7, 2016 by Westchester Center For DermatologyIt is natural for the body to produce new skin cells each month and replace the old ones that flake or shed off. But with the skin condition known as psoriasis, the new skin cells begin to form within a Read More…
Treat Lines and Drooping Skin with the Titan Laser
Published on December 7, 2016 by Westchester Center For DermatologyNobody likes to have skin that looks aged and loose. The Titan laser is essentially an infrared laser device developed for treating loose sagging skin in a non-invasive manner. It aims at tightening skin and enhancing skin tone in areas Read More…
How Dermatology Can Treat My Stretch Marks
Published on January 22, 2016 by Westchester Center For DermatologyStretch marks are a concern for many women. With the help of dermatological treatments, the appearance of stretch marks can be lessened or even eliminated. What Causes Stretch Marks? There are many reasons why stretch marks may appear on the Read More…
What are the Most Advanced Treatments for Psoriasis?
Published on January 14, 2016 by Westchester Center For DermatologyA survey taken by National Psoriasis Foundation showed that 5,600 people with psoriasis were unhappy with their disease management. Fortunately, there are new, more effective treatments available. Below is a list of some of the advanced treatments available for psoriasis: Read More…
Treating Psoriasis When The Weather Gets Colder
Published on January 7, 2016 by Westchester Center For DermatologyAs the colder weather nears, many folks throughout New York will notice a worsening of their skin conditions. Those who deal with psoriasis often notice a quite substantial worsening of their symptoms. What is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is an inherited condition Read More…