Use of Micro Botulinum Toxin for a Face-lifting Effect: A Systematic Review
CONCLUSION Much heterogeneity in dosage, injection sites, definition of “face-lifting,” and assessment methods remain, all of which preclude accurate and objective evaluation of the current evidence for micro-btx. Future studies should address these variables, given the growing interest in such nonsurgical options for a face-lifting effect. (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Intradermal Botulinum Toxin A Injection Versus Topical 2% Glycopyrrolate for the Treatment of Primary Facial Hyperhidrosis: A Pilot Study and Review of Literature
CONCLUSION Topical glycopyrrolate 2% showed comparable results to Botulinum toxin A in facial HH treatment with faster onset but shorter duration of action. (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Clinical and Dermoscopic Evaluation of Trichloroacetic Acid 20% Versus Long-Pulsed 1064-nm Nd-YAG Laser in the Treatment of Keratosis Pilaris
CONCLUSION Both long-pulsed 1,064-nm Nd:YAG laser and 20% TCA are effective in the treatment of KP. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION: Name of the trial register: clinicaltrial.gov. Registration number: NCT04797663. (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Clinical Outcomes of Small Infantile Hemangiomas Treated With Pulsed Dye Laser
CONCLUSION Even small lesions, especially combined-type, often result in cosmetic problems after PDL treatment. (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

The Efficacy of Intense Pulsed Light as a Treatment for Benign Pigmented Lesions on the Dorsal Hand
BACKGROUND Intense pulsed light (IPL) is a noninvasive therapeutic option to treat benign pigmented lesions by targeting melanin. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to assess IPL as a treatment for benign pigmented dorsal hand lesions. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of fifteen subjects, 40 to 73 years old, received 3 monthly IPL treatments over the dorsal hands. Subjects followed up 1 and 3 months after treatment. At every visit, photographs were taken using the VISIA Complexion Analysis System (Canfield Scientific, Fairfield, NJ) and analyzed using the RBX Brown Spots Analysis algorithm. The Clinicia...
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Quantifying Skin Uptake of Topicals After 1,927-nm and 1,440-nm Nonablative Fractional Diode Laser Treatment
CONCLUSION When using laser pretreatment, device settings should be adjusted to balance outcomes with potential side effects. (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Utilization of Our Toolkit: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Surgical Therapies in Vitiligo Treatment
BACKGROUND Although vitiligo is often treated medically, there is increasing evidence for surgical therapies. Overlap with in-office surgical therapies that are already employed for other dermatologic conditions suggest that there is a significant opportunity to expand dermatologists' therapeutic repertoire for vitiligo. OBJECTIVE To systematically review the efficacy of nonphototherapy surgical treatments for vitiligo in comparative or placebo-controlled trials. METHODS A systematic review for surgical treatments for vitiligo was conducted. Primary outcomes were treatment success (>75% repigmentation) an...
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Treatment of Self-Harm Scars: A Scoping Review
CONCLUSION A multidisciplinary approach is critical for the selection and outcome of the treatment of self-harm scars. (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Effects of Blue Light on the Skin and Its Therapeutic Uses: Photodynamic Therapy and Beyond
CONCLUSION The benefits and treatment applications of blue light have proven effective in multiple forms and uses. In the correct setting, blue light can be a useful tool to the practicing dermatologist for many common and sometimes refractory skin diseases while remaining low-risk and convenient. Further standardization and monitoring should be pursued to determine the most appropriate use. (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Clinical Features and Prognosis of Young and Middle-Aged Adults With Skin Sebaceous Adenocarcinoma
CONCLUSION An increasing proportion of extraocular SAC was observed in young and middle-aged patients, and the young developed more head and neck SAC than the middle-aged. Female predominance was found in Asian population, and female patients had better prognosis. Younger age and married status indicated better prognosis, and around 20% of young and middle-aged patients might have poorer survival because of Muir–Torre syndrome. (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - August 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Don't Mess With Tattoos? Mohs Micrographic Surgery for Basal Cell Carcinoma Within the State of Texas: Erratum
No abstract available (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - July 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Erratum Source Type: research

Aesthetic Medicine in Older Patients: An Important Demographic Group
No abstract available (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - July 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Communications Source Type: research

How We Do It: Eyelash Implantation Using a Triangular Suture Needle
No abstract available (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - July 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Communications Source Type: research

Re: “Comparison of Long-Term Effectiveness and Safety of Microwave and Surgery in the Treatment of Axillary Osmidrosis: A Single-Center Retrospective Study”
No abstract available (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - July 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Communications Source Type: research

Video Recording of Surgical Techniques and Considerations for Educational Content
No abstract available (Source: Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Dermatologic Surgery - July 1, 2022 Category: Dermatology Tags: Communications Source Type: research