Compared to other medical conditions that are not visible to others, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, patients with skin conditions bear their disease for the world to see, so the psychological and social impact of living with a skin illness can be severe and debilitating. Acne, rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, and hair loss are…
Everyone has to face the day they realize their skin is aging. While it’s a completely natural part of life, there are some of us who want to prevent, manage, and even treat signs of aging and restore our skin to a healthy, youthful appearance. Here to walk us through why your skin ages and…
For many couples, Valentine’s Day brings visions of candle-light dinners filled with culinary delights, red roses, chocolatey desserts, loving gifts, and romance. But for newlyweds Paul and Erin Graham, they wanted to skip the traditional gestures this year and treat one another to something unique. As part of their dedication to a healthier lifestyle, they…
Have you ever put off a dermatology appointment? You know you should go in for a skin check or for another skin health condition, but since it’s not your favorite thing to do, you stall on scheduling? Getting a full body skin cancer screening can be a daunting task. Patients may feel vulnerable changing into…
CoolSculpting is nothing new. We’ve been using it here at Apex Skin for many years. Whether you want to trim your stomach, back or thighs, or you want to finally tackle that tough-to-target excess chin fat, CoolSculpting is your solution—and now it’s better than ever before. The new CoolSculpting Elite is the result of 10…
From studying new topical creams that show promise in repigmenting vitiligo to biologic agents that revolutionize the way psoriasis and atopic dermatitis are treated, clinical trials explore the efficacy and safety of novel treatments for dermatologic diseases. Trials can even provide patients an option when it seems all other therapies have been exhausted. Dermatologists can…
CoolSculpting is rapidly growing for good reason! Whether it’s a way to supplement your fitness progress or even a means to motivate you to get started, CoolSculpting is a fantastic option. Here to share her personal experience (and results!) during the process is our own Kaylee O’Donnell, BSN, RN. How does CoolSculpting affect your confidence?…
No matter the cause, having scars can impact a person’s self esteem in many ways. It can be frustrating to deal with scarring whether caused by acne, scrapes, or other severe injuries. Here to help us understand more about scarring, the types, and how to treat them is Apex Skin’s very own founder, Veteran, and…
