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Healthy Holiday Recipe Swaps That Are Good For You (And Your Skin!)

Posted On: Nov 15, 2021

Categories: Dermatology, Skin Care

With the holidays in full swing this week, there’s a good chance we will all be tempted with goodies that may not be so good for us. While life is all about balance (we all need a bit of pie now and then) there are ways to indulge healthfully. Today, we are sharing several recipes chosen by our health and wellness expert, Jennifer Schroder, that keep your taste buds, organs and skin in...

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Dr. Ostad’s Top Eight Drug Store Picks

Posted On: Nov 15, 2021

Categories: Dermatology, Skin Care

Just because a product is expensive doesn’t mean it is good. There are plenty of overpriced lotions and potions out there that rely on a name instead of its ingredients. While certain skin conditions and concerns should be addressed by a Board-Certified Dermatologist, you can find most of your body’s daily skin needs at your local drug store. In today’s blog Dr. Ostad shares with you his...

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Coffee…it’s not all bad! Benefits of Coffee on the skin.

Posted On: Nov 15, 2021

Categories: Dermatology

Drinking coffee isn’t always correlated with health but there are a few surprising benefits this incredible antioxidant has on your skin. A daily cup of joe isn’t all that bad but taking this powerful bean and applying it on the skin is an accent secret making a revival. In fact, its benefits aren’t just from the caffeine alone. Coffee beans are a powerful antioxidant that will reduce...

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New research shows aging skin and malignancies are not solely from Sun-Exposure.

Posted On: Nov 15, 2021

Categories: Dermatology

A recent study by the World Health Organization (WHO) calls air pollution “the single largest environmental health risk” which caused an estimated 6.5 million deaths in 2012. The presence of Fine Particulate Matter that comes from fuel combustion is threatening to our cardiovascular, respiratory, brain and skin health. After this study was published, the IUF-Leibnez Research Institute for...

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Blepharoplasty

Posted On: Nov 15, 2021

Categories: Dermatology

Some individuals may have excess fat or skin that accumulates above or below the eyelids which may cause the upper eyelid to droop, dark circles to form under the eyes, or sagging eyebrows. These physical changes can make us look significantly older, but they can also impair our peripheral vision. Blepharoplasty for eye rejuvenation is a surgical procedure that modifies the eyelids by removing or...

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Four Ways Emotions Affect The Skin

Posted On: Nov 15, 2021

Categories: Dermatology

Whether you’re feeling excitement about a special event, jitters before a big presentation or depressed after a debilitating divorce, there’s an undeniable link between our feelings and the way our bodies respond. While it has become a bit of a coin phrase, mindfulness matters-from managing cortisol levels to impacting the way our cells age, the way our brain thinks impacts the way our body...

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Best Treatments for Warts on Hands and Feet.

Posted On: Nov 15, 2021

Categories: Dermatology

There is a negative and sometimes dirty connotation to hearing the word “wart”, but that could not be further from the truth. Verruca (warts) are typically benign tumors that are caused by a virus called Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) that produces papules – most commonly on fingers and heels. They are able to enter the skin and grow through microscopic cracks or cuts in the skin that can...

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Dr. Ostad Shares His Pre-Operative and Post-Operative Instructions

Posted On: Nov 15, 2021

Categories: Dermatology

Whether you are having a medical or cosmetic procedure, there are essential guidelines and recommendations you should follow before and after your procedure. Following these instructions will help with healing time, prevent potential complications and give you the best result possible. It is important to contact our concierge Registered Nurse for instructions specific to your procedure. 1....

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A Skin Exam is Only as Good as The Dermatologist Performing it.

Posted On: Nov 15, 2021

Categories: Dermatology

Along with a complete physical, it is recommended to get a thorough body check at least once a year. However, if you have a history of skin cancer, your dermatologist may want to see you every 3 or 6 months. Frequent body checks are very important but only as good as the Dermatologist performing them. There are 8 things to expect during your body check. 1. Get comfortable. In order to evaluate...

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Volbella Is A New Filler Ideal For Smokers Lines And Lower Eye Lids

Posted On: Nov 15, 2021

Categories: Dermal Fillers, Anti Aging

Dear Dr. Ostad, I quit a 30-year smoking habit two years ago but it has done a number on my face. I feel like my habit aged me! The worst part are the terrible lines around my lips that are making me feel really self conscious. I have been reading up on different procedures and am at a loss of how to get rid of them. Do you have any suggestions? Michelle Dear Michelle, First, I want to...

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