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What Is Laser Hair Removal? Are you tired of shaving and waxing unwanted hair? Traditional methods of hair removal only remove it temporarily, are time consuming, and can cause unwanted razor bumps and ingrown hairs. With laser hair removal, it's possible to get rid of unwanted body hair safely while also achieving smoother, silkier skin. How Does Laser Hair Removal...

The Forefront Dermatology, formerly Asarch Dermatology is proud to provide the newest and most sophisticated Professional Grade LED light therapy system. NeoLTS is a non-invasive treatment that has been clinically proven to improve the appearance of hair and skin. The NeoLTS Non-Invasively Strengthens and Improves Appearance of overall hair health; density and new growth. Improves Fine Lines, Skin Tone, Texture and...

Hyperhidrosis is a condition characterized by excessive sweating—especially in the underarms—that goes beyond what is necessary to regulate body temperature. For individuals with this condition, sweating even occurs in unexpected situations, such as when they are at rest or in a cool environment. Excessive sweating can significantly impact daily life, causing discomfort, embarrassment, and even social anxiety. Liposculpture, a minimally...

If you have stubborn areas of fat that won't go away with diet and exercise, liposuction may be the answer. Our team of physicians and clinical providers works with patients who have a variety of body types and a range of aesthetic goals, whether it’s overall body contouring, or small pockets of isolated fat.

Liposuction and tummy tuck are two popular choices for body contouring, as they provide significant results that can immediately slim down a person’s silhouette. Patients frequently have questions about one or both procedures, wondering what they have in common and what sets them apart. At Forefront, we always aim to equip those seeking an aesthetic change with the knowledge needed...

What is a lower body lift? It is very common for people to have excess skin on the abdomen, outer thighs, and buttocks—especially after losing a significant amount of weight. This can be very frustrating after working so hard to lose weight, or after undergoing bariatric surgery. A lower body lift (also called a circumferential abdominoplasty) will rid you of...

What is lupus? Lupus is a long-term disease that can affect any area of the body. As an autoimmune disease, Lupus causes your immune system to attack healthy tissue in the body, resulting in pain, widespread inflammation, and tissue damage. Lupus affects many different systems of the body, including the skin, blood vessels, joints, lungs, heart, and kidneys. What causes...

Professional makeup application provides a safer, cleaner and more effective alternative to personal application. It is skin-friendly, and works to reduce signs of aging.

Is Melanoma Cancer? Melanoma is the most dangerous and deadliest form of skin cancer. It begins in cells called melanocytes, which produce the pigment that gives skin its color. In comparison with other types of skin cancer, melanoma occurs less commonly, but it's considered more serious. It can quickly spread throughout the body if melanoma treatment isn't started early. Your...

Melasma appears on the face as sections of tan or dark skin not consistent with the patient’s normal skin color. Melasma usually appears slowly and is thought to be the result of sensitivity to hormonal changes. The dark facial patches are irregularly shaped and have no symptoms beyond their appearance. There are no long-term physiological effects of melasma; however, melasma...

A melasma peel is a skin treatment used to reduce the appearance of dark spots of skin caused by the skin condition melasma.

The absorption of topical solutions is essential to achieve optimal results. DermaFrac micro-channeling, also known as micro-needling, is an exciting new treatment where active topical solutions are infused deep into the epidermis and dermis through thousands of micro-channels, without pain or downtime. At Forefront Dermatology, formerly Asarch Dermatology, we are pleased to offer DermaFrac together with our DERMAspaRx skin nutrition line. Consider...

What is microdermabrasion? Microdermabrasion is less aggressive than regular dermabrasion but still offers outstanding results. Instead of sanding or scraping your skin, microdermabrasion uses tiny exfoliating crystals that are sprayed directly on the skin to remove dead or damaged layers. This chemical-free, non-invasive treatment gently smooths, brightens, and rejuvenates your skin. Microdermabrasion is ideal for patients of all ages, including...

A mid-face lift, sometimes called a cheek lift, is a cosmetic procedure that tightens the skin from the upper mouth to eye area. Rather than undergoing a full-face lift, a mid-face lift can give you a more youthful appearance by reducing under-eye bags, smoothing laugh lines, and tightening saggy cheeks.

What is a mini-melanage skin peel? The mini-melanage peel is a chemical peel designed to improve the texture of your skin and rejuvenate its appearance. The skin-lightening, mini-melanage peel represents a new generation of chemical peels that can lighten hyperpigmentation, including sunspots and melasma. It can help you achieve healthy, glowing, and clear skin and is much gentler in comparison...

Mohs surgery is the most effective treatment for the most common non-melanoma skin cancer such as basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma. The Mohs procedure involves surgically removing skin cancer layer by layer and examining the tissue under a microscope until healthy, cancer-free tissue around the tumour is reached (called clear margins). Each Forefront Dermatology Mohs surgeon is specially trained...

What Are Moles? Moles, also called nevi, are an extremely common type of skin growth. They can develop anywhere on the body and are typically brown in color, although they can also appear black, tan, pink, blue, or red. Most moles have an oval or round shape, and they commonly develop during childhood or adolescence. It's normal for some moles...

A woman’s body changes drastically throughout pregnancy. Because many new mothers seek ways to rejuvenate their bodies after giving birth and breastfeeding, we offer a combination of surgical procedures to address multiple post-partum cosmetic issues at once.

MyEllevate® jaw contouring is an innovative approach to achieving a more defined jawline and youthful neck profile without extensive surgery. Forefront physicians are proud to offer MyEllevate® jaw contouring for patients seeking a minimally invasive treatment that offers impressive and lasting results. What is MyEllevate® jaw contouring? As they age, patients tend to notice that their once-defined jawline becomes rounder...

As we age, the delicate skin and muscles of the neck often show signs of aging faster than other areas. A neck lift is an anti-aging surgery that corrects sagging, wrinkled skin on the neck. For patients who want to reduce excess skin and fat around their jawline or delay the dreaded “turkey neck” that often comes with age, a...

What Is Obagi Blue Peel Radiance? Obagi Blue Peel Radiance is a salicylic acid-based facial peel for all skin types that exfoliates and helps improve overall complexion. This quick and easy peel is designed to clear away dead skin and other surface-level impurities. It’s a great pick-me-up for anyone who wants more radiant skin with little to no downtime.

What is Opus Plasma? Skin resurfacing laser treatments have long been the most impactful way to repair and renew your skin without surgery. And it still is – but fractional-based skin resurfacing takes a big step forward. This modern method stimulates a natural healing response, signaling the skin to repair itself. Opus Plasma uses fractional plasma technology to deliver the...

What is otoplasty? Otoplasty is a cosmetic surgery that corrects various ear anomalies by adjusting the shape, proportion, or protrusion of the ears. Procedures may reconstruct misshapen or missing cartilage, reshape ears that are asymmetrical or do not match, or fix prominent ears. This last example is the most common otoplasty, also known as “pinning". The procedure “pins back” ears...