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It is Skin Cancer Awareness Month – Have You Been Checked?

With 3.5 million cases in over two million people diagnosed annually, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Fortunately, skin cancer is also one of the most preventable forms of cancer. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and we would like to take this opportunity to recommend the following prevention guidelines:

Seek the shade, especially between 10 AM and 4 PM when the sun is strongest.
Do not burn. A person’s risk for melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, doubles if he or she had had five or more sunburns at any point in life. Severe burns not only significantly increase your chances of developing skin cancer, but can make you ill. For severe burns, see your doctor.
Avoid tanning and UV tanning booths.
Cover up with clothing, including a broad-brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Use a broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher every day.
Apply 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of sunscreen to your entire body 30 minutes before going outside.
Keep newborns out of the sun since their skin is extremely vulnerable.
Examine your skin head-to-toe every month. While self-exams shouldn’t replace the important annual skin exam performed by a dermatologist, they offer the best chance of detecting the early warning signs of skin cancer.
Know your spots. If you notice anything changing, growing, or bleeding on your skin, see a dermatologist. Skin cancer is very treatable when caught early.

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Worried about a spot? Contact Dr. Zimmet’s office at contact us at (512) 485-7700.

What does Dermatology Treat?

With advancements in technology, a number of innovative and effective dermatology treatments are available today to address a variety of medical and aesthetic skin conditions. Patients increasingly choose non-surgical treatments that can restore the desired appearance of skin without involving any incisions, and producing similar results as surgery.

Dr. Steven Zimmet is a reputed dermatologist providing a wide range of wonderful, standout, and salient solutions. Patients seeking skin care solutions in and around Austin, TX have an opportunity to receive state of the art treatments at Dr. Zimmet’s office.

Skin Tightening and Lifting

One of the most effective, cutting edge solutions in non-surgical skin tightening is Ultherapy®. This is an ultrasound technology based treatment that can generate heat in the deeper layers of the affected skin to promote fresh collagen production and tighten the skin. Another advanced skin tightening treatment is ENDYMED™ 3DEEP, which can also lift the sagging skin without surgery.

Rosacea Treatment

Rosacea is an acute dermatology condition that can cause acne type eruptions, broken capillaries, flushing, and redness in the skin. Medications may be prescribed to address this condition, apart from innovative pulsed light treatments such as VariLight Laser treatment.

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Problems of loose skin, fine lines, acne scars, pores, and splotchy pigmentation can be addressed with advanced fractional CO2 laser treatments. As an experienced dermatologist, Dr. Zimmet will recommend laser skin resurfacing or RF resurfacing treatments to suitable candidates in Austin, TX and surrounding areas. Treatments in varying intensity such as Active FX, Deep FX and Total FX may be applied to suit the needs of a patient.

Acne Treatments

Acne is a common condition that can adversely affect the appearance of facial skin. Safe and proven skin care solutions such as topical and oral antibiotics, cortisone injections, chemical peels, and Blu-U Blue Light therapy are some of the treatment approaches to deal with acne effectively.

Wrinkle Treatments

State of the art non-surgical anti-aging wrinkle reduction treatments such as Botox® , cosmetic fillers, microdermabrasion, laser skin resurfacing, Ultherapy® and the Gen technique may be recommended. These treatments can restore a smoother and rejuvenated facial appearance.

Sun Damage Treatments

Skin that has been damaged due to sun exposure over the years, resulting in actinic keratoses and age spots, can be treated with laser skin resurfacing advanced fotofacial treatments, chemical peels, and Pulsed Light skin rejuvenation techniques. These are proven non-surgical treatment approaches that can safely restore clearer and smoother skin.

Melasma

Melasma is a skin condition that is marked by the appearance of brown patches on the skin. It usually affects women with darker skin tones or pregnant women. Several light based and peel based non-invasive treatments are available to treat melasma. The dermatologist may apply a combination of treatments for best results.

Laser Tattoo Removal

Permanent tattoos in almost any part of the body can be reduced or removed effectively with the help of advanced laser techniques. The treatment for unwanted tattoo removal must be performed by a qualified and experienced laser skin specialist for the best results.

If you would like to learn more about the procedures and treatments by Austin TX Cosmetic Dermatologist, Dr. Steven Zimmet, please contact us at (512) 485-7700.

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Kate Somerville, in Harper’s Baazar, talks about micro-needling

MDPen is proud to announce we are featured, with Kate Somerville, in Harper’s Baazar April 2015 issue.Kate recently launched MDPen in her Skin Health Experts clinics in Los Angeles, and speaks to Harper’s about micro-needling in the article, “The New Skin-Care Secret,” on page 250.

Dr. Chia Chi Kao, a Santa Monica plastic surgeon, comments that “micro-needling is a good place to start” when experiencing fine lines or dull complexion. Melissa Haloossim of the Kate Somerville clinic goes on to say that when MDPen treatments are combined with proper serums, it “maximizes topical penetration and increases growth factors and natural collagen.”

Ultherapy® Ultra Premiere Treatment Provider

We are proud to announce that Dr. Zimmet was recently given the Ultherapy® Ultra Premiere Treatment Provider 2015 Award!

Botox® vs. Juvederm – Which One is Right For You?

Facial skin may tend to sag due to aging, sun exposure, environmental factors, disease, and other causes. Appearance of wrinkles and lines on the face can make a person look older than their real age. While facelift is the most dramatic solution to restore a youthful looking face, but some people may not be ready for surgery for an aesthetic purpose. In such cases, the surgeon or dermatologist may offer non-surgical treatment options such as Botox® and Juvederm.

Both Botox® and Juvederm are FDA approved cosmetic anti-aging treatments for the face. During the initial dermatology consultation, the treatment provider will discuss various aspects of both options and recommend the most appropriate treatment to meet the patient’s unique aesthetic needs. Dr. Steven Zimmet is an experienced dermatologist providing state of the art skin care and anti-aging treatments to patients in Austin, TX and surrounding communities.

Treatment Approach

Botox® is an injectable treatment designed to act as a muscle immobilizing agent. It is based on botulinum neurotoxin, which is a highly powerful biological substance. When this toxin is injected directly into the overactive facial muscle that is forming the wrinkle, it will cause the muscle to relax immediately. As a result, the wrinkle will fade or disappear entirely for a temporary period.

Juvederm, on other hand, is an injectable facial volumizing filler. This soft tissue filler is based on hyaluronic acid, which is a natural ingredient in the human body that helps to hold the skin together. As Juvederm gel is injected into the depleted areas of the facial skin, it causes the skill to become plump almost instantly. It also stimulates natural production of collagen in the skin, leading to more sustainable anti-aging outcomes.

Specific Areas of Treatment

A dermatologist may recommend Botox® or Juvederm treatments depending on the patient’s needs and the specific facial areas that need to be treated. The FDA has approved Botox® for many years for the cosmetic reduction of frown lines on the forehead or between the brows. In 2013, the FDA also approved Botox® was the temporary reduction of crow’s feet around the eyes.

Juvederm, on the other hand, is a dermal filler approved by the FDA for the treatment of moderate to severe lines, wrinkles and folds on the facial skin. This cosmetic dermatology treatment is designed to minimize the appearance of smile lines, reduce nasolabial folds, and augment lips. Variants of Juvederm such as Juvederm Voluma can add volume to the cheeks.

Effectiveness

Dr. Zimmet is a leading skin care expert who will discuss the sustainability and effectiveness of both treatment options with his patients in Austin, TX and other areas. In case of Botox® , the patients can expect to enjoy the results for anywhere between three and six months.

The treatment involves almost no downtime, and results start becoming visible almost instantly. Juvederm cosmetic filler can produce more lasting results that can sustain for about one year on average. In case of Juvederm Voluma the results can last for up to 18 months or more.

If you would like to learn more about the procedures and treatments by Austin TX Cosmetic Dermatologist, Dr. Steven Zimmet, please contact us at (512) 485-7700.

Location

Austin, Texas

1500 W. 34th Street
Austin, TX 78703

512.485.7700

It is Skin Cancer Awareness Month – Have You Been Checked?