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A New Pill For Eczema
posted: Nov. 25, 2019.

A new pill for eczema is in final trials and showing great promise! Abrocitinib is a JAK inhibitor that is in phase three trials and seems to beeffective and with Read more
Stinging Nettle
posted: Nov. 18, 2019.

Stinging Nettle still around!! Despite the cold, stinging nettle is still around! Beware of this plant called Stinging Nettle found along hiking trails and streams with its characteristic green tapered Read more
Dealing With Psoriasis
posted: Nov. 06, 2019.

Psoriasis doesn’t just impact someone’s appearance but it can also affect someone’s quality of life. Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that leads to itching, burning patches of skin known Read more
Detecting Melanoma
posted: Oct. 28, 2019.

Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. Fortunately, it rarely develops without warning, and the number of fatalities caused by melanoma could be greatly reduced if people were aware Read more
Dealing with Adult Acne
posted: Oct. 17, 2019.

Acne is the most common of all skin disorders, affecting almost everyone at some point in their lives. While most people outgrow acne in their late teens or early twenties, Read more
Keeping Your Nails Healthy
posted: Oct. 03, 2019.

The nails take a lot of abuse. From gardening and dishes to regular wear and tear, harsh chemicals and hard work can really take a toll on the condition of Read more
Do you have uncontrolled hives?
posted: Oct. 01, 2019.

New study in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that a new medicine Ligelizumab may be better than antihistamines and xolair in controlling chronic urticaria. In the post it Read more
Dr. Nadia Urato with Dr. Bethanee Schlosser at the Massachusetts Academy of Dermatology 9/20-9/22
posted: Sep. 23, 2019.

Some Highlights from the Annual meeting of the Massachusetts Academy of Dermatology this Weekend held in New Castle, NH Changing moles in pregnancy should not be ignored! At the annual Massachusetts Read more
A Carrot a Day to Keep the Dermatologist Away!
posted: Sep. 17, 2019.

An increasing number of studies are showing that a diet rich in carotenoids that are pro Vitamin A (like Carrots) are associated with a reduced risk of Squamous Cell Carcinoma. Read more
How Chemical Peels Can Help You
posted: Sep. 16, 2019.

If you’re bothered by fine lines, wrinkles, acne scarring or an uneven skin tone, or if you are looking for a simple way to rejuvenate your skin, chemical peels may Read more
Coffee
posted: Sep. 04, 2019.

Caffeine could reduce your risk of basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma. Coffee and black tea that has caffeine is thought to support a natural cell death , called apoptosis, Read more
Preventing Wrinkles
posted: Sep. 03, 2019.

The telltale signs of aging skin—wrinkles, puffy eyes, age spots—may start to appear as we grow older. We can’t fight the aging process, but we can take steps now to Read more
Lifestyle Modifications for People with Psoriasis
posted: Aug. 26, 2019.

Diet can have a considerable effect on how active your psoriasis is. Although there isn’t a single food or supplement that has significant effect on this skin process, there are Read more
Protecting Yourself from the Sun
posted: Aug. 15, 2019.

Too much exposure to sunlight can be harmful to your skin. Dangerous ultraviolet B (UVB) and ultraviolet A (UVA) rays damage skin, which leads to premature wrinkles, skin cancer and Read more
What Type of Sunscreen should I use?
posted: Jul. 29, 2019.

You may be concerned about the safety of sunscreen products as there have been recent news on active ingredients in sunscreen being found in measurable quantities in peoples’ blood stream. Our Read more
Are Fillers Right for You?
posted: Jul. 29, 2019.

Thinking about fillers? Dermal filler injections can give you a more youthful look for a fraction of what a facelift costs. Dermal fillers are soft tissue fillers injected into the Read more