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What Is Ringworm? Ringworm is a common skin condition that appears as an itchy, circular rash. Despite the name, no worms are involved – ringworm gets its name from its circular shape. What Causes Ringworm? Ringworm is caused by a fungal infection that spreads in various ways. You can catch ringworm if you touch another person or animal (primarily cats,...

What Is Rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that typically affects the face and sometimes the eyes. It's common to mistake this inflammatory skin problem as acne, an allergic reaction, or eczema because of the redness and acne-like bumps it causes on the skin. What Does Rosacea Skin Look Like? Rosacea causes your face and neck to blush or...

What Are Scabies? Scabies is a common, highly contagious skin condition that affects millions of people each year. Scabies is an infestation of the skin caused by a microscopic bug called the human itch mite. This tiny mite burrows into the outer layers of skin where it lays eggs. The body develops an allergic reaction to the mites, causing a...

Are you suffering from scleroderma? Scleroderma is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects your skin, connective tissues, muscles, bones, blood vessels, joints, and organs. It occurs when the immune system triggers your body to produce too much collagen. Collagen is a protein that strengthens skin and provides firmness and elasticity. When you have scleroderma, it causes your skin to become...

This technique is usually reserved for small lesions generally not on the face. Local anesthesia is administered, the growth is gently scraped off with a tool with a sharp, ring-shaped tip, and then the tumor site is burned with a small needle.

What Is Sebaceous Hyperplasia? And What Causes It? Sebaceous glands are attached to hair follicles all over your body. These glands secrete an oily substance called sebum onto the surface of your skin. Sebum creates a slightly greasy layer on your skin to help keep it flexible and hydrated. Sometimes, sebum becomes trapped inside the sebaceous glands, causing them to...

What Is Seborrheic Keratosis? Seborrheic keratosis is a non-cancerous (benign) skin growth. Due to their wart-like appearance – and the fact that most people get them when they’re middle-aged or older – seborrheic keratosis growths are often called the “barnacles of aging.” But because seborrheic keratosis often looks like a pre-cancerous skin growth (actinic keratosis) or even skin cancer, finding...

What Causes Shingles? Shingles is a nerve infection that triggers a painful rash on your skin. A shingles rash can appear anywhere, but typically appears on only one side of your face or body. The rash consists of small blisters that typically scab over in 7-10 days. Most shingles rashes clear up in a few weeks, but the pain can...

The skinbetter science team of aesthetic experts developed Restylane® and Dysport®. We have a profound understanding of skin aging and what it takes to help defy the effects of time. A comprehensive approach to age management requires more than aesthetic procedures – it is a commitment to blending procedures, skincare and a healthy lifestyle. Tapping into our rich dermatological heritage,...

What Is Skin Cancer? Skin cancer is the uncontrolled overgrowth of abnormal skin cells. This abnormal growth of cells is caused by unrepaired DNA damage, which triggers a mutation that causes skin cells to multiply quickly, forming cancer cells. Anyone can get this type of cancer, and it can occur anywhere on the body, but it's more likely to develop...

What are skin tags? Skin tags are noncancerous growths that develop on the folds of your skin. They look like a flap of skin tissue that hangs from a tiny stem connected to the skin. Skin tags are usually the same color as the rest of your skin, but they can also appear slightly darker in color. The medical term...

What is SkinPen? SkinPen is the first FDA-approved microneedling device in the world, clinically proven to improve the appearance of acne scars and neck wrinkles safely and effectively. SkinPen uses a patented, single-use sterile needle cartridge and a custom-designed BioSheath for ultimate protection. This little needle packs a major punch – with as few as three treatments (spaced 30 days...

SkinTyte™ delivers precisely controlled infrared light pulses into soft tissues to cause existing collagen to contract, which tightens the skin above.

What is SKINVIVE™ by Juvéderm®? SKINVIVE™ is the first injectable of its kind available in the United States – and you can get it right here at Forefront Dermatology. Approved by the Food & Drug Administration in 2023, this new hyaluronic acid filler is the first and only FDA-approved microdroplet injectable that smooths skin and increases hydration in your cheeks....

What are spider veins? Spider veins are small clusters of colored veins that commonly appear on your legs and feet. They’re easily noticeable through the surface of the skin, appearing as purple, blue, or red discolorations that look like spider webs or tree branches. Spider veins are usually harmless, but they can cause swelling or a feeling of heaviness in...

Standard Excision is the removal of a skin cancer along with some of the healthy skin tissue around it (margin). For this procedure, a local anesthetic is used to numb the area. After the cancerous area is removed, the incision is closed with stitches. If the incision is large, sometimes a skin graft or flap is required. Reconstructive surgery may...

What are the signs of sun-damaged skin? If you use tanning beds or frequently go outside without wearing sunscreen, you are exposing your skin to the damaging effects of ultraviolet (UV) light. Photoaging and sun damage are popular terms used to describe how the sun prematurely ages your skin. Photoaging can make your skin look years older, as well as...

This procedure uses highly advanced technology to destroy cancer cells or to prevent them from growing. This type of treatment typically requires treatments three days a week for a month.  Similar to excision, this procedure radiates the surrounding skin to help ensure the complete removal of the cancer.  Skin will heal with minimal to no scarring. Radiation therapy is generally...

What is TheraClear® X acne treatment? TheraClear® X is an advanced acne treatment system that combines gentle vacuum technology with broadband light to target and treat acne-prone skin effectively. This treatment is best for mild to moderate acne and can be used to treat your face, back, and chest.

What Is Thermage? Thermage is a non-invasive treatment that tightens and firms skin, providing a younger-looking appearance. As you age and levels of collagen decrease, your skin may start to stretch and sag, creating the appearance of wrinkles, lines, and creases. Collagen is an essential protein in the skin, providing firmness and elasticity. Thermage laser skin tightening uses radiofrequency technology...

What Is Thermi250®? Thermi250® is a non-invasive treatment that tightens and smooths the skin using radiofrequency energy. It's designed to target stubborn fat deposits and can reduce the appearance of cellulite, helping you achieve smooth, tight skin without undergoing a surgical procedure. Common treatment areas for Thermi250 include the chin, buttocks, thighs, legs, arms, or abdomen, but it's an effective...

What Is ThermiSmooth®? Do you have wrinkles or sagging skin that you'd like to improve? ThermiSmooth® is a skin rejuvenation treatment that can help you achieve smoother skin and a more youthful appearance. With this non-invasive treatment, it's possible to improve skin firmness and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles around the eyes, forehead, cheeks, mouth, and neck without...

What Is ThermiTight®? ThermiTight® is a non-surgical treatment designed to firm and tighten sagging, loose skin. The procedure can reverse the signs of aging in many areas of the body, including the neck, arms, abdomen, breasts, thighs, and knees.

What Is ThermiVA®? Whether caused by hormonal changes, childbirth, or the natural aging process, vaginal tissues can lose elasticity. ThermiVa® is a non-surgical procedure performed in-office that can safely tighten and rejuvenate the external and internal vaginal tissues.

Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. products are developed using the highest quality, pharmaceutical grade ingredients to provide patients with system-based, results-driven, cosmetically elegant formulations. Topix products are created and dermatologist tested to deliver safe, superior results in  treating numerous conditions and patient skin types.  Our FDA registered laboratory and manufacturing facility follows the most rigorous pharmaceutical manufacturing standards to ensure safe and...

What is Vanquish? Do you spend hours at the gym and eat a healthy diet, yet still have stubborn areas of fat that refuse to budge? Vanquish may be the solution for you. Vanquish is a revolutionary, FDA-approved device that selectively targets fat with fine-tuned heat energy, providing safe and effective fat removal without the cost or recovery of surgery....