At the Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery, we understand how much acne can impact a person both physically and emotionally. Our providers treat all types of acne every day and our treatment recommendations are personalized based on the type and severity of the specific type of acne. What is Acne? Acne is a condition of the…Read the full article
May is Skin Cancer Awareness month, an annual SPOT Skin Cancer™ campaign initiated by the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Bernard Gasch, a board-certified dermatologist at the Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery Portland, Oregon discusses the importance of prevention and early detection. “An estimated one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. On average, one American…Read the full article
Are you unknowingly affected by this common condition? Chances are you may not know you have rosacea. Dr. Bernard Gasch, who specializes in innovative medical and cosmetic skin treatments at the Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery, suffers from rosacea himself. He wants to shed a little light on this frustrating but extremely common skin…Read the full article
Brown spots are a common part of aging. Over time, however, they can negatively impact the appearance of one’s skin. At the Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery, we offer several options for eliminating or diminishing brown spots and keeping skin looking youthful and clear. What are brown spots? The development of brown spots can…Read the full article
At the Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery we offer non-invasive procedures to help you slim your body profile: CoolSculpting®, BTL Vanquish ME™, and BTL Cellutone™. CoolSculpting® CoolSculpting is the most well known non-invasive fat-reducing procedure. Its origins came out of research two Harvard scientists were conducting on the effect eating popsicles had on…Read the full article
A “Double Chin” is a common and extremely disturbing problem for many people. What is even more disturbing is that there have been relatively few previous treatment options other than a surgical facelift that can only temporarily relieve this problem of fat below the chin. This has changed with the introduction of a variety of…Read the full article
Certain skin conditions such as acne often start in the teenage years while other issues like actinic keratoses develop with age. Fortunately, Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) exists as a treatment that effectively controls both teenage acne as well as actinic keratoses. What Is an Actinic Keratosis? An actinic keratosis is a pre-cancerous skin lesion, which forms…Read the full article
For those people dealing with the unwanted appearance of spider veins on their legs, confidence and self-esteem can be a daily struggle. Spider veins are small, thin blood vessels visible beneath the skin. They commonly appear on the face or leg, in a shape similar to a spider or a spider web, in either red…Read the full article
October is eczema awareness month and those of us at the Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery want to share some facts about eczema. Eczema is the name of a skin condition that causes the skin to become inflamed, itchy, and irritated. There are various types of eczema, but the most common is atopic dermatitis.…Read the full article
The National Psoriasis Foundation sponsors Psoriasis Awareness Month every August. This month-long initiative aims to not only raise awareness of psoriasis, but also educate the public, as well as dispel the misinformation, myths, and stigmas surrounding the disease. The Center for Dermatology and Laser Surgery’s Dr. Bernard Gasch takes a moment to discuss this widespread…Read the full article
