Frown lines, forehead lines, and crow’s feet are often the first signs of aging. Treating these dynamic wrinkles of the face with BOTOX® is many patients’ first entry into cosmetic procedures. However, as the years pass facial volume loss occurs,
Bad Acne Can Run in the Family
The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, right? If you had bad acne when you were younger, your child will likely also struggle with acne during their teenage years. The key to managing acne is identifying and treating it
Neurotoxin Units Deciphered
At Advanced Dermatology, our medical providers utilize injections of BOTOX®, Dysport®, Jeuveau®, and Xeomin® to relax facial lines and wrinkles. These are all measured in neurotoxin units and recorded to guarantee consistent future treatment. As with all drugs, different people
Alopecia – What is it and What Does Treatment Look Like?
Alopecia has gotten more recent media attention due to the Oscars incident. Alopecia is a general term meaning hair loss from the scalp or body. There are many forms of alopecia, and treatment is based on the given subtype. Hair
Sun Damage Over Time
Summer is finally here! Many of us look forward to spending time outside and having fun in the sun all year long. But we can’t forget the importance of staying protected and practicing solar safety. The sun’s ultraviolet rays can
Leg Veins Can Be a Sign of a More Serious Medical Condition
It’s been a heavy rainy season in Chicagoland this year. I’m not sure if you’ve ever experienced this version of home ownership hell, but if you’ve seen a stain up on your ceiling, it’s disconcerting on many levels. From an
Introducing Our New Doctor!
Please join us in welcoming the newest member of the Advanced Dermatology family, Tushar Dabade, MD, FAAD! Dr. Dabade will begin to see patients September of this year! Dr. Dabade is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship trained Mohs surgeon with