Is It True That Melasma Can Be Caused by a Fungal Infection?

Carbon dioxide lasers can improve acne scar appearance by producing new collagen underneath, recontour some of the surface changes and by tightening the dermal collagen. Erbium wavelengths help produce new collagen and can help recontour but it doesn't tighten the skin (which may not be needed...

This is highly unlikely. Most contemporary lasers used for acne scarring penetrate into but not through the dermis, the tough skin layer beneath the skin and above the fat. Lasers are one of your best options for treatment of acne scarring. If you also have concerns about facial volume loss,...

Regardless of cause, if an eyelid rash whether infected or not, is not improved and swelling increases with or without pain it is prudent to see an ophthalmologist or oculoplastic surgeon for a second opinion quickly. The information provided in Dr. Shelton's answer is for...

Enlarged pores can be due to a number of factors including excess oil production, genetics, age, and sun exposure. We find the premier treatment for this is Clear + Brilliant. Clear+Brilliant is a fractionated resurfacing laser, which improves pore size, pigmentation, and texture of the skin. It...

There are two issues in this situation.  If a laser involves a wavelength of light to which the patient's disease is sensitive and to which it reacts, then the laser should be avoided.  If the laser induces smoother skin and the patient is sensitive to ultraviolet light, then...

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong...