Texas Dermatology

12/31/2023

Happy New Year!

11/13/2023

Before and after laser treatment of lower eyelids. We here treated both bumpy surface of the skin as well as the loose skin.

Note the smoother and tighter skin of the lower eyelid after laser treatment, which allows us to see her blue eyes more clearly. Advantages of laser treatment include fast recovery and less downtime compared to surgery.

11/13/2023

Lower and upper blepharoplasty is the treatment of choice in this case where excess a skin can be removed surgically. Some patients may prefer non-surgical methods such as laser. Look at the next post for before & after.

11/12/2023

What to eat if you droop Alopecia (hairloss)?

Eating a healthy diet can help to reduce hair loss and promote the growth of new hair.

* Protein is essential for building and repairing hair follicles. Good sources of protein include lean meats, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy products, legumes, nuts, and seeds.
* Iron is important for transporting oxygen to the scalp, which is necessary for hair growth. Good sources of iron include red meat, poultry, fish, beans, lentils, spinach, and iron-fortified cereals.
* Zinc is a mineral that is essential for hair growth and repair. Good sources of zinc include oysters, beef, crab, lobster, pumpkin seeds, cashews, and almonds.
* Healthy fats, such as those found in avocados, nuts, seeds, and olive oil, can help to keep the scalp healthy and hydrated.
* Limit processed foods which are often high in unhealthy fats, sugar, and salt, which can contribute to hair loss.
* Drink plenty of water. Staying hydrated is important for overall health, including hair health.

07/31/2023

Cucumbers are a good source of vitamins and minerals that are beneficial for skin health. They are especially rich in vitamin C, which is an antioxidant that helps protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. Cucumbers also contain silica, which is a mineral that helps to keep skin firm and elastic.
Here are some of the scientifically-backed benefits of cucumber for skin:
* Hydration: Cucumbers are 96% water, so they can help to hydrate the skin and keep it looking plump and fresh.
* Anti-inflammation: Cucumbers have anti-inflammatory properties that can help to reduce redness, swelling, and irritation.
* Antioxidant protection: Cucumbers contain antioxidants that can help to protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. This can help to prevent premature aging and the development of wrinkles.
* Skin lightening: Cucumbers have been shown to have skin lightening effects. This is due to their high content of vitamin C, which can help to reduce the production of melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color.
* Acne treatment: Cucumbers can help to treat acne by reducing inflammation and killing acne-causing bacteria.
* Soothing sunburns: Cucumbers can help to soothe sunburns by providing a cooling and calming effect.
In addition to these benefits, cucumbers are also a safe and gentle way to care for the skin. They are non-irritating and can be used by people with all skin types.
Here are some ways to use cucumber for skin care:
* Cucumber face mask: Grate a cucumber and apply the juice or pulp to your face for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with cool water.
* Cucumber eye pads: Cut a cucumber into thin slices and place them over your eyes for 10-15 minutes. This can help to reduce puffiness and dark circles.
* Cucumber toner: Mix 1 part cucumber juice with 2 parts water. Apply to your face with a cotton ball.
If you are looking for a natural and effective way to care for your skin, cucumbers are a great option. They are a good source of vitamins and minerals that are beneficial for skin health, and they have a number of scientifically-backed benefits.

07/20/2023

Scientists from Harvard Medical School have discovered a combination of drugs that can reverse the aging process.

The drugs are growth hormone, Metformin, and a drug that activates the enzyme AMPK.
When given to mice, these drugs were found to rejuvenate aged muscles, liver tissue, and other organs.
The drugs can reverse transcriptomic age in less than a week.

This means that the drugs can potentially reverse the changes that occur in the genes of cells as they age.

The researchers believe that these drugs could be used to develop a single pill that mat reverse aging in humans.

This would have a number of potential benefits, including improving eyesight, treating age-related diseases, and repairing injuries more efficiently.

Here are some additional details about the discovery:

The research was conducted over the course of three years, and involved extensive research on mice and monkeys.
The findings have been published in the July issue of medical journal Aging.
The researchers are now planning to conduct human clinical trials of the drugs.

06/06/2022

This crease may have a significant association with your health, what is it ?

05/31/2022

Successful treatment of acne scars with iClear Plus, a comprehensive treatment system designed by Dr. Ghohestani and his team.

05/15/2022

A Japanese study investigated role of changing the key lifestyles in increasing life expectancy from age of 40 to 80 for over 20 years regardless of having any major diseases.

They examined about 46,600 people (20,373 men and 26,247 women) and role of 8 key factors assessed :
1. consumption of fruit,
2. consummation of fish and milk,
3. walking habits,
4. doing sports,
5. body-mass index,
6. smoking status,
7. alcohol consumption,
8. sleep duration.

During the median 21 years of follow-up, 8,966 died. If individuals did modify their life style and adopt 7-8 factors, the expectancy increased to 49 years. Even those over 80 if respecting ≥5 factors, particularly older men, could see an increase in their life expectancy. The benefits were more pronounced among patients with major comorbidities, such as cardiovascular & kidney diseases, cancer, hypertension, diabetes.

Conclusion: even if you are old or have a comorbidity like a kidney disease, as soon as you decide to change your life style, you would increase your life expectancy!

04/15/2022

03/30/2022

Happy Doctor’s Day !

02/25/2022

In memory of Prof. Jean Thivolet, founder of first Modern dermatology research center in France who mentored and inspired may dermatologists around the world.

02/23/2022

Successful treatment of puffiness under eyes with a filler is recommended to be done by a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon with years of experience in injecting fillers.

02/23/2022

Neck Rejuvenation without surgery: a successful treatment requires a comprehensive approach!
Successful treatment means : a significant improvement while maintaining the natural look.
Key to success: examine each case carefully, listen to the patient & try to understand the expectations, and finally design an individualized plan.

For more information visit www.texasderm.org.

12/19/2021

Get your booster !

All three U.S.-authorized COVID-19 vaccines appear to be less protective against the newly-detected Omicron variant in lab, but a booster dose likely restores most of the protection, according to two studies released this week. Both studies are waiting to be independently reviewed by other scientists.

The study from researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), Harvard and MIT that has not yet been peer reviewed tested blood from people who received the Moderna (MRNA.O), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ.N) and Pfizer (PFE.N)/BioNTech vaccines against a pseudovirus engineered to resemble the Omicron variant. The researchers found "low to absent" antibody neutralization of the variant from the regular regimens of all three vaccines - two shots of the Moderna or Pfizer/BioNTech vaccines or one of J&J's single-dose vaccine. But the blood from recent recipients of an additional booster dose exhibited potent neutralization of the variant, the study found.

In another study, Scientists from Duke University and the National Institutes of Health created a “pseudovirus”—a virus engineered in a lab to mimic the mutations found in the Omicron variant. The Omicron pseudovirus infected blood samples from 30 people who had received two Moderna shots.

Antibodies in these samples were at least 50 times less effective at neutralizing Omicron.

But booster shots seem to help. An additional 17 participants had received a third shot of the Moderna vaccine. The antibodies in their blood were about as effective at blocking Omicron as they were at protecting against Delta.

Recent research also indicated that two doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine showed a 25-fold drop in antibodies against against Omicron. A third dose of the vaccine appeared to boost antibodies up to a protective level.

The good news is that the booster is somehow helpful.

However, a newly designed booster based on currently available information about COVID-19 variants despite of the cost seems inevitable and the scientists should move in that direction rather keep emphasizing on injecting boosters.

12/18/2021

Get your booster !

All three U.S.-authorized COVID-19 vaccines appear to be significantly less protective against the newly-detected Omicron variant of the coronavirus in laboratory testing, but a booster dose likely restores most of the protection, according to a study released on Tuesday.

The study from researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), Harvard and MIT that has not yet been peer reviewed tested blood from people who received the Moderna (MRNA.O), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ.N) and Pfizer (PFE.N)/BioNTech vaccines against a pseudovirus engineered to resemble the Omicron variant. The researchers found "low to absent" antibody neutralization of the variant from the regular regimens of all three vaccines - two shots of the Moderna or Pfizer/BioNTech vaccines or one of J&J's single-dose vaccine. But the blood from recent recipients of an additional booster dose exhibited potent neutralization of the variant, the study found.

12/17/2021

Time flies, and the New Year is finally behind the door! Are you ready for a New Year and New Resolutions?
Add a healthy style of life to your list. Have a great rest of December 2021!