Issue Archive
September 2014 | Volume 13 | Issue 9
Original Articles
Review and Assessment of Global and Domestic Ultraviolet Light Protection Programs
Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States. A number of UV protection programs have been developed and initiated both globally and domestically, and this article will revie...
Read MoreTolerability and Cosmetic Acceptability of a Body Wash in Atopic Dermatitis-Prone Subjects
Atopic dermatitis is a common skin disease characterized by eczematous eruptions and impaired skin barrier function. Patients, as well as their families, frequently report reductions in quality of li...
Read MoreTwo-Treatment Protocol for Skin Laxity Using 90-Watt Dynamic Monopolar Radiofrequency Device With Real-Time Impedance Intelligence Monitoring
Multiple devices are currently on the market that employ radiofrequency to non-invasively treat skin laxity and wrinkle reduction. The study device was a unique monopolar radiofrequency device FDA cle...
Read MoreRisk of Systemic Toxicity With Topical Lidocaine/Prilocaine: A Review
The eutectic mixture of lidocaine and prilocaine (EMLA, APP Pharmaceuticals, LLC.) is an anesthetic cream frequently used by dermatologists. Although side effects of EMLA are usually mild local skin ...
Read MoreThe Efficacy and Safety of Tavaborole, a Novel, Boron-Based Pharmaceutical Agent: Phase 2 Studies Conducted for the Topical Treatment of Toenail Onychomycosis
OBJECTIVE: To assess the potential efficacy, safety, and optimal dosing concentration of tavaborole, a novel, boron-based pharmaceutical agent with broad-spectrum antifungal activity, for the treatmen...
Read MoreEvaluation of a Novel Anti-Aging Topical Formulation Containing Cycloastragenol, Growth Factors, Peptides, and Antioxidants
BACKGROUND / OBJECTIVE: This study investigates the efficacy, tolerance, and usability of a single product containing cycloastragenol, growth factors, peptides, and antioxidants to decrease the visib...
Read MoreCosmetic Benefits of Natural Ingredients
Photoaging is a leading concern for patients and many of these patients will express a desire to utilize natural ingredients as treatment. Mushrooms, feverfew, green tea, licorice, olive oil, soy, an...
Read MoreSafety and Efficacy of a Cohesive Polydensified Matrix Hyaluronic Acid for the Correction of Infraorbital Hollow: An Observational Study With Results at 40 Weeks
BACKGROUND: Utilizing a soft-tissue filler that is more fluid and less resistant to deformation may be advantageous for correction of infraorbital hollows.
OBJECTIVE: The objective of this stu...
Read MoreACELIFT: A Minimally Invasive Alternative to a Facelift
BACKGROUND: Cervicofacial aging is often characterized by a combination of skin and subcutaneous tissue laxity, midfacial deflation, an accumulation of excess submental fat, an obtuse cervicomental an...
Read MoreA Randomized, Split-Face, Histomorphologic Study Comparing a Volumetric Calcium Hydroxylapatite and a Hyaluronic Acid-Based Dermal Filler
BACKGROUND: Soft-tissue augmentation with fillers is an aesthetic procedure for restoring age-related volume loss. OBJECTIVE: To compare neocollagenesis and elastin production stimulated by RadiesseÃ...
Read MoreReversing Facial Fillers: Interactions Between Hyaluronidase and Commercially Available Hyaluronic-Acid Based Fillers
INTRODUCTION: Hyaluronidase (HA) degrades hyaluronic acid, allowing flexibility in the use of hyaluronic acid-based fillers commonly used in facial correction. Potentially differing properties of avai...
Read MoreEuropean Expert Recommendations on the Use of Injectable Poly-L-Lactic Acid for Facial Rejuvenation
Over the last few years, there have been a number of important changes in how we appreciate and understand the aging face. Volume loss is now recognized as a major component of facial aging. Treatmen...
Read MoreQuantitative Evaluation of the Onset and Longevity of the Action of IncobotulinumtoxinA by Skin Displacement Analysis in the Treatment of Glabellar Frown Lines
BACKGROUND: A quantitative numerical method for assessing the extent and duration of the inhibitory action of botulinum neurotoxin type A on mimetic muscles would potentially enable more detailed eval...
Read MoreAnti-Aging Proof of Concept Study: Results and Summary
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The etiology of aging human skin includes intrinsic physiologic changes greatly accelerated by photoaging, predominantly through exposure to UV light. Consumer interest and...
Read MoreAn Aqueous Gel Fixed Combination of Clindamycin Phosphate 1.2% and Benzoyl Peroxide 3.75% for the Once-Daily Treatment of Moderate to Severe Acne Vulgaris
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate efficacy, safety, and tolerability of a fixed combination clindamycin phosphate 1.2% and benzoyl peroxide 3.75% (clindamycin-BP 3.75%) aqueous gel in moderate to severe acne vul...
Read MoreSynergistic Effects of Green Tea and Ginkgo Biloba Extracts on the Improvement of Skin Barrier Function and Elasticity
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of cosmetic formulations containing green tea (GT) and/or Ginkgo biloba (GB) extracts by preclinical and clinical studies. For the preclinical study, histolog...
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Features
Fillers and Injectables: A Historical Perspective
An Expensive Filler: Where Was Dermatology?
How to Make Calcium Hydroxylapatite Injections Safer
Treatment of Recurrent Herpes Labialis
Program Spotlight: The University of Mississippi Medical Center Dermatology Residency Program
Resident Rounds is a section of the JDD dedicated to highlighting various dermatology departments with residency training programs. Resident Rounds includes three sections: (1) a program spotlight hi...
Read MoreResident Rounds Part II. Plants Causing Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Resident Rounds Part III. Case Report: Diaper Dermatitis Presenting as Pustules
Diaper dermatitis is the most common dermatologic disorder of infancy. Its cause can often be determined clinically based on the clinical presentation. Primary diaper dermatitis is associated with ir...
Read MoreNews, Views & Reviews: Importing Injectables
Pipeline Previews
Pipeline Previews brings to you information on the newest drugs and medical products as they become available to the dermatologic community. This department may include additional information from th...
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Case Reports
Eosinophilic Fasciitis-like Disorder Developing in the Setting of Multiple Sclerosis Therapy
IMPORTANCE: Dimethyl fumarate received FDA approval in March 2013 for treatment of multiple sclerosis and has had a rapid uptake in the field due in large part to a favorable safety profile. Side effe...
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