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Dermatology Blog with Heather Brannon, MD March 2008 Archive

By Heather Brannon, MD, About.com Guide to Dermatology since 2002

No More Toenail Removals?

Sunday March 30, 2008
A recent study compared a relatively simple procedure for straightening an ingrown toenail to removing a portion of the nail all the way back to the nail bed. The ... Read More

What Soap Does to Your Skin

Sunday March 23, 2008
Cleansers are designed to remove dirt, sweat, sebum, and oils from the skin, however some cleansers can cause harm to the barrier function of the skin leading to redness, irritation, ... Read More

Why Doctors Don't Do Skin Type

Thursday March 13, 2008
If you've ever seen your doctor (primary care or dermatologist) recommend a skin care product based on your skin type? My guess is the answer is no. That's ... Read More

Amy Winehouse's Face - Is it Impetigo or Not?

Friday March 7, 2008
The swelling on Amy Winehouse's left cheek has been all over the news lately. First Amy's spokesman said the troubled pop-star had been diagnosed with impetigo, a bacterial infection ... Read More

Over-The-Counter Light-Based Wrinkle Treatment May Be Coming Soon

Saturday March 1, 2008
Light BioScience, LLC, the maker of the GentleWaves® LED Photomodulation System, announced they are the first company to receive an over-the-counter clearance from the FDA to use a light system ... Read More
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