Galderma has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of two new products for the treatment of nasolabial folds (NLF) or “laugh lines.” Restylane® Refyne was approved for the treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds and Restylane Defyne for the treatment of moderate to severe, deep facial wrinkles and folds. Refyne… Read More
Eucrisa Approved for Eczema
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved Eucrisa (crisaborole) ointment to treat mild to moderate eczema (atopic dermatitis) in patients two years of age and older. This is the first major new treatment option in atopic dermatitis in quite some time, and will be a welcome addition to the typical steroid options. Eucrisa, applied… Read More
Polypodium leucotomas Extract
Polypodium leucotomas, an intriguing supplement derived from a topical fern, may have a variety of clinical benefits. It is reported to have photoprotective, chemoprotective and antioxidant effects, and may be useful in treating photosensitivity disorders, melasma and vitiligo. It is available in a variety of formulations, including Heliocare from Ferndale Laboratories. Polypodium leucotomas is classified… Read More
HUMIRA (adalimumab) Approved for Hidradinitis Supparitiva
Recently the biologic HUMIRA (adalimumab) was approved by the FDA for the treatment of moderate to severe hidradenitis supparativa (HS), an often debilitating disease with inflammatory papules, cysts and sinuses in the groin, axilla, inframammary and buttocks areas. This is an exciting new addition to the armamentarium of treatments, which typically include topical and oral… Read More
MiraDry Now For Hair Removal
The MiraDry system, previously approved for hyperhidrosis, is now approved for the treatment of unwanted underarm hair. This microwave technology can be used in all skin types and on all hair colors. Long term reduction in underarm hair can be expected in one or two treatments.
Hand Rejuvenation
After rejuvenating the face, many patients turn their attention to their aging hands. Hands show their age with loss of volume, accentuation of tendons and veins, and the presence of multiple age spots. Complete hand rejuvenation requires addressing these individual components. Adding Volume to the Aging Hand Volumizing fillers can be injected into the backs… Read More
Hair Transplantation
Hair transplantation is a surgical technique that moves hair follicles from the stable area of of the scalp (typically posterior portion) to the thinning or balding portion of the scalp (typically crown, temples, or frontal portion). It can be used for management of pattern alopecia, traction alopecia, and in special cases burned out scarring alopecia… Read More
Hair Loss Consultation Now Available
SOMA Skin & Laser is now offering consultations for hair loss for men and women. In addition to a medical evaluation includes assessment for hair transplantation and innovative procedures such as platelet rich plasma (PRP) and Acell Hair Regrowth Therapy (Please note that these procedures are not covered by insurance).
New Topical Therapies for Onychomycosis
For more than 15 years the only available topical therapy for onychomycosis was ciclopirox, which offered rather low cure rates. In 2014 two new topical agents were approved: eficonazole (Jublia) and tavaborole (Kerydin). Ciclopirox Ciclopirox, available as an 8% nail lacquer, is indicated for treatment of mild to moderate onychomycosis. It is available as an… Read More
Resources for Allergic Contact Dermatitis
There are several tools available to facilitate avoidance of specific allergens in personal care products. Once you have been patch tested by your dermatologist and the relevant allergens determined, consulting these databases may be helpful. Contact Allergen Management Program from American Contact Dermatitis Society Allergy Free Skin App
