Melasma is a common problem that causes dark, discolored patches of skin that typically develops on the forehead, nose, upper lip, and cheeks. While the condition is not serious, it can affect someone’s appearance and can be embarrassing. Fortunately, a number of treatment options can help reduce the appearance of discolored skin associated with melasma. The condition can affect men,…
Winter can leave your skin red, itchy, and irritated; severe cases of “winter skin” can cause cracking and bleeding. Winter winds can also make your skin look and feel dry, chapped, and downright uncomfortable. Humidity levels tend to drop during the winter months, and this cold and dry air outside can make the moisture in your skin evaporate quickly; indoor…
During this scariest month of the year, we’re all up for a good scare. Well, maybe not when we look in a mirror and see a sideways look at our profile. Wait. What happened to my sleek, firm, chiseled profile? What’s with the sagging, undefined profile that now seems to have taken up residence under my chin? Ugh. The dreaded…
Around Portland, there’s no shortage of water, whether it’s the Willamette River to the south, the Columbia to the north, or the coast to the west. That means swimsuits and shorts are part of our summer wardrobe. So, when you donned your favorite suit or shorts this summer, were you distressed to see those little clusters of purple or blue…
At the Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery, we’re all about your skin, whether that means checking it for skin cancer, addressing conditions such as eczema, or even helping it looks its best. In that last category, cosmetic dermatology, one of our more popular treatments is known as microneedling. Microneedling uses the body’s own healing mechanisms to improve the skin…
Acne. Stop right there! Your teenager just ran out of the room screaming! Yes, that single word, clinically known as acne vulgaris, is way scarier to a teenager than Saw V. Acne can ruin a young person’s life, at least in their minds, or surely cause a crimp in their self-esteem. What causes this scourge of youth? And what can…
At the Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery, we help our patients slim their contours with two body-sculpting procedures, CoolSculpting and BTL Vanquish ME. These two treatments aim to reduce unwanted fat, but they do it in completely different fashion. Most people know that CoolSculpting freezes fat cells and they die and are flushed from the body. BTL Vanquish ME…
Everyone knows that the sun’s ultraviolet rays and human skin don’t get along. Sunscreens are a given today. We know that if we’re going to be out on a hike to Wahclella Falls, skiing at Mt. Hood, or playing golf at Eastmoreland putting on sunscreen is as important as the equipment such as hiking boots or a sand wedge. But…
Our facial skin is always exposed to the elements. Granted, our temperate climate in Portland isn’t quite the same as the Upper Peninsula of Michigan or Maine, but it’s still important to take care of your facial skin. At the Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery, we offer a great treatment that your facial skin will love. It’s called the…
Have you ever had breakout of swollen, pale red bumps on the skin that appear suddenly? Did they itch or maybe burn just a bit? You probably had a breakout of hives. Hives are one of those skin conditions that can be a minor temporary thing, or a really serious problem. While they generally fade quickly, they can become more…
Like the word gingivitis in the dental word, the word psoriasis is known to most people from the world of advertising. And as Listerine was the advertiser enlightening the public to the word gingivitis, Head & Shoulders dandruff shampoo has brought psoriasis into the public vocabulary. Psoriasis is a skin condition that is known more for its potential embarrassment of…
It is our pleasure to inform you that Center for Dermatology & Laser Surgery has been selected for the 2019 Best of Portland Awards in the category of Local Business. Thank you to our patients, staff and providers-without them this award would not be possible!
