Case Study: Sun Exposure through Window Glass

Drs. Jennifer R.S. Gordon and Joaquin C. Brieva of Northwestern University described a case study in the New England Journal of Medicine that caught my attention.  A 69-year-old man presented with an asymmetrical thickening and wrinkling of the skin on the left side of his face.  The patient reported that he had worked as a … Continue reading »

Product Review: Cherokee Scrub Top

Having been a nurse for more than thirty years, I have worn my fair share of scrub uniforms.  As an item of clothing that you wear five days a week – do errands after work in, go to lunch dates or meetings in, or perhaps meet the love of your life in – you expect … Continue reading »

Congratulations to our Book Giveaway Winner!

Congratulations to Danielle Stewart!  She was randomly selected as the winner of the Laser Enhanced Therapies Book Giveaway and will be mailed a copy of “Return to Beautiful Skin” by Myra Michelle Eby. Thank you to all that participated!  Stay posted for more great giveaways! Continue reading »

L.E.T. Book Giveaway!

At my laser clinic, Laser Enhanced Therapies, we use only all-natural, non-toxic skin products.  One of my favorite lines of products is MyChelle Dermaceuticals, a pure skin care company.  The president and founder of MyChelle Dermaceuticals, Myra Michelle Eby, has written a detailed guide for healthy, effective, nontoxic skin care, Return to Beautiful Skin. “In this book, … Continue reading »

Solar Defense in February?

Despite the snow on the ground and chill in the air on this New England day, it is starting to become evident that spring is not too far away.  As each day passes, daylight increases and the sun’s rays becomes stronger and more direct. A combination of dry air and sunlight exposure can be harmful … Continue reading »

What is Laser Dermatology?

Lasers are relatively new in the bio-medical world. In fact, when I talk of lasers, people usually think of high-tech weapons such as those in Austin Powers or Star Wars. The term “laser” is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. Lasers were first used in medicine and dermatology in 1983 when … Continue reading »

Skin Tightening with the GentleYAG Laser

People typically associate skin tightening with its most dramatic form – the facelift.  For some, the first image that comes to mind is that of Joan Rivers, whose numerous cosmetic procedures have left her skin looking warped and unnatural.  While I certainly don’t oppose the use of cosmetic surgical procedures in moderation – my own … Continue reading »