Dermatology Highlights

What can be done in order to prevent the appearance of blackheads, or open comedones which are a type of acne vulgaris, on our skin? Dermatologist Dr. Jenny Kim from UCLA, answers in this video.

Is it normal to experience hair loss after pregnancy and giving birth? What can be done in such cases of hair loss? Dermatologist Rick Mizuguchi, MD, from St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital, answers in this video.

How does your menstrual cycle affect your skin, and why are acne breakouts more common around the time of your period? Dermatologist Dr. Jenny Kim from UCLA, answers in this video.

Dr. Ordon removes a mole from 49-year-old Mary's face. Though the mole is not cancerous, Mary feels very self-conscious about it and has opted for the procedure. Dr. Ordon bevels the mole, excises it down to the muscle and cauterizes it to close off the blood vessels. He sutures the site with clear dissolvable stitches and uses Dermabond, a tissue sealant that naturally falls off when the wound heals.

Find out about the causes of warts and how to remove warts from your body.

Is it true that touching your face constantly actually make your acne worse? Find out more in this video.

How should you clean and treat skin that suffers from acne? Get the answers in this video.

Do hair products such as gels and mousses have any impact on your hair's health or hair loss? Get the facts in this video.

Are there any health risks to consider when gettign a tattoo? What should you look for when getting ink? Dr. Rick Mizuguchi, MD, Dermatologist at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital, answers in this video.

After a full night’s sleep, do you still look like you pulled an all-nighter? The dark circles can be caused by excess pigment in the skin, so they are often treated with a skin-lightening cream called hydroquinone. Plastic surgeon Dr. Ordon lists other surefire methods to get rid of those dark circles for good!

Learn about the various types of acne and how you may deal with the adverse effects of oily skin.

Learn how to treat sun damaged skin in this video with Dr Syed Amiry, a Board Certified Cosmetic Dermatologist and Medical Director of Reston Dermatology and Cosmetic Center in Reston, VA.

Everyone gets acne on occasion. But did you know that the way you wash your face can prevent pimples?

Does drinking a large amount of soda pop or sugary drinks contribute to the appearance of acne on our skin? Dermatologist Julia Padgett from the University of Virginia Health System, answers in this video.

What causes razor burn, and how can it be treated or prevented? Dr. Michel McDonald of the Department of Dermatology at Vanderbilt University, answers in this video.