What is the difference between a surgical and nonsurgical facelift?
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Facelifts can be done under local anesthesia for your safety and faster recovery and because they can be combined with laser resurfacing to minimize any scars, facelifts are becoming easier, less invasive procedures to undergo. And with advances in absorbable “strings” that can be placed under the skin to lift tissues without any surgical cutting,…
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Turn your holiday ingredients into an anti-inflammatory face mask
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The holidays can be tough on your skin. The dry winter weather, the not so healthy indulgences, the family stress! Fortunately, we have a fun solution. What if you could turn your holiday ingredients into a revitalizing, anti-inflammatory face mask? Try this fun and simple recipe that the whole family can enjoy! The entire team…
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Sugar Sag: The Bitter Truth About Sugar
Sure, no one likes the crash after a sugar high. And is that extra portion of pecan pie really worth an expanded waistline? Although we all know that too much sugar can lead to internal health issues from increased blood pressure to diabetes to weight gain, we now know that excess sugar can also lead…
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Will I look Fake? Facial Injectables.
All Articles,Cosmetic Dermatology
Facial fillers and botox are considered minimally invasive; indeed, no blades, no anesthesia, and no recovery rooms needed. But minimally invasive, if done to the max, can be too much. When it comes to facial injectables, starting slowly with judicious amounts of product is most often the way to go. Less really is more. Your…
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Blepharoplasty Q&A with Dr. Ronald Moy
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Blepharoplasty is cosmetic eyelid surgery to improve the appearance of the upper and lower eyelids by removing excess skin and fat. The eyes are often the first thing people notice, and both aging and genetics affect how your eyelids look. When your upper eyelids sag and cover your lashes, or when excess skin bulges beneath…
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Our Newest Device – A faster way to tighten skin!
Moy, Fincher, Chipps Facial Plastics and Dermatology is the leading cosmetic dermatology practice in Beverly Hills. As such, we’re constantly acquiring new devices and technology that provide better results for our patients. Our newest device is IntraGen RF an innovative, no-pain skin tightening technology. What is IntraGen RF? Intragen RF uses radiofrequency heat energy to…
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Bacteria: Not all bad
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The word bacteria never conjures a warm fuzzy feeling. Indeed, bacteria is responsible for soured milk, strep throat and even deadly internal infections. But, when it comes to our skin, research has shown that bacteria plays an increasingly important role in protection. Normally, there are millions of micro-organisms growing on the skin, and just the…
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Q&A interviews with our leading dermatologists
Our team of board certified and fellowship trained dermatologists focus on providing the best dermatology care to our patients in Beverly Hills, Encino and Torrance. As a result most of the content and information on our website is focused on skincare conditions, treatment options and innovations. Little time is spent getting to know our exceptional…
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Your Skin Cancer IQ
Who doesn’t love our sun, surf and sand? Southern California wouldn’t be what it is without its perfect climate. But, too much sun exposure can increase our risk for skin cancer. Skin cancer is now the most common type of cancer, more common than all other cancers combined. At least 1 in 5 people will…
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Mohs surgery and Skin Cancer Q&A with Dr. Jennifer Herrmann
Mohs micrographic surgery is a highly precise method for removing skin cancer. It was named after Dr. Frederic Mohs in the 1930s and has been modernized over time. Mohs Skin Cancer surgery offers three unbeatable benefits: the highest cure rates, significantly minimized scarring, and quicker recovery. Through direct microscopic examination and specialized marking techniques, the…
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