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If you are feeling self-conscious about your ears, for whatever reason, then ear surgery may be the answer for you. Ear surgery, also known as otoplasty, is a surgical procedure used to move the ears closer to the head, reshape the ears, or reduce the ears in size. Ear surgery is a permanent procedure that …
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A scar forms when the skin is injured by forming scar tissue over the wound to repair and protect the injury. At times, extra scar tissue grows to form smooth, hard growths called keloids. A keloid or keloid scar is an enlarged, raised scar that forms around damaged skin that grows beyond the actual wound. …
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Hair loss for men is the more noted problem in the media but women are just as likely to experience thinning hair or loss. Many women notice hair thinning and loss in their 50s and 60s but hair loss can happen at any age. People normally lose about 100 hairs a day and new hair …
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A migraine can cause a pulsing sensation or severe throbbing pain, usually located on one side of the head. Migraines can last for hours to days if left untreated. Living and suffering from migraines can be debilitating and interfere with your daily activities. If you have a history of migraines or have headaches on 15 …
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Feeling self-conscious about your double-chin? Tried diet and exercise and still see your double-chin? A double-chin or submental fat affects both men and women and could be the result of aging, diet, and genetics. A double-chin is caused by an extra layer of fat that develops under the chin. In 2015, the FDA approved a …
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Moles are a type of skin growth. They are usually brown or black and can form in groups or alone. By adulthood, it is common to have 10-40 moles. Some moles can fade over time and some will change in color and shape and become bothersome or a cause of embarrassment. Mole removal is a …
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It’s no secret that collagen production slows significantly and begins to break down with age. As a result, individuals notice a loss of skin elasticity, along with fine lines and wrinkles. Yet, not everyone is ready or willing to go under the knife. Fortunately, the Thermage system has the ability to smooth, tighten and contour …
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As a specialized technique designed to minimize the amount of skin tissue removed, Mohs micrographic surgery is highly effective at removing common skin cancers such as basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. The technique is especially appreciated when skin cancers are excised from the face, because it considers the aesthetic effects of having surgery on the face. …
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Whether due to hereditary, hormonal issues or other causes, thinning hair or substantial hair loss can have a significant impact on one’s self-esteem. Though doctors have performed hair transplants since the 1950’s, results have come a long way since the unnatural doll-like hair that patients saw in the 70’s and 80’s, as explained by the …
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Maurice M. Khosh, MD, FACS