{"title":"Microinjection Technique: A Novel and Comprehensive Approach for Nose Reshaping with Hyaluronic Acid Fillers.","authors":"Cemre Busra Turk, Bugra Burc Dagtas, Neslihan Fisek Izci, Gonca Gokdemir","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Nose reshaping with hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers, also known as medical rhinoplasty, is an increasingly popular, minimally invasive aesthetic procedure. As the demand for nasal reshaping continues to rise, it is essential to develop safe and efficient injection techniques and assess satisfaction to ensure optimal outcomes and patient-centered care.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study aims to evaluate patient and physician satisfaction with hyaluronic acid filler applications using microinjection technique for nasal reshaping.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The study included healthy adult patients who underwent medical rhinoplasty with the same HA filler using the microinjection technique. Patient satisfaction levels were evaluated at one and six months after the last injection using the Global Patient Satisfaction Scale (GPSS). Additionally, an independent dermatologist conducted a clinical evaluation for each patient by comparing before and after clinical pictures, using the Aesthetic Improvement Scale (AIS). Any side effects were recorded during each session and follow-up period for six months.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 40 patients (37 women and 3 men) participated in the study. The most frequently targeted anatomical areas for filler injections were the nasal tip (100%), columella (100%), nasal prominence (100%), nasal dorsum (85%), and nasal root (82.5%). Injections distal to the nasolabial fold (NFL) were performed in 2.5 percent of patients. Patients expressed high satisfaction with the results at both one and six months after the procedure (mean GPSS, respectively; 4.65 and 4.47). Similarly, clinicians reported satisfaction with outcomes at the same time points (mean AIS, respectively; 1.7 and 1.4). Apart from mild pain during the procedure and transient erythema afterward, no side effects were recorded.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Medical rhinoplasty with HA fillers using the microinjection technique is an effective and reliable procedure. This technique provides safe and aesthetically pleasing results from both patient and dermatologist perspectives, making it a favorable option for nasal reshaping with HA dermal fillers.</p>","PeriodicalId":53616,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology","volume":"17 5","pages":"43-47"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11107901/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141082891","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Rama Abdin, Michael Kaiser, James Q Del Rosso, Naiem T Issa
{"title":"Antiseptic and Antibiotic Stewardship in Dermatologic Surgery: Is Benzoyl Peroxide the Solution?","authors":"Rama Abdin, Michael Kaiser, James Q Del Rosso, Naiem T Issa","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>We sought to review published literature on antibiotic and antiseptic use and resistance, and explore the utility of benzoyl peroxide in this capacity for dermatologic surgery.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A literature review was performed to investigate the skin microbiome, guidelines on antibiotic and antiseptic use in dermatologic surgery, and the utility of benzoyl peroxide as an antiseptic.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Antiseptics are commonly used in dermatologic surgery to prepare surgical sites, and antibiotics are also employed by some physicians to prevent post-operative infection despite the potential for antibiotic resistance. Benzoyl peroxide, known for its high threshold for antibiotic resistance, has been successfully used in orthopedic surgery to prevent surgical site infection, especially in sebaceous areas of the skin which house a distinct microbiota.</p><p><strong>Limitations: </strong>Limitations to this review include lack of high-quality, adequately powered research and studies which evaluate the clinical impact of anti-septic use, particularly benzoyl peroxide use, in dermatologic surgery.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Benzoyl peroxide may be a used as an antiseptic in dermatologic surgery of sebaceous areas to prevent post-operative infections, with a low likelihood of causing microbial resistance.</p>","PeriodicalId":53616,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology","volume":"17 5","pages":"24-28"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11107898/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141082919","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Raj Chovatiya, Meredith Tyree Polaskey, Edward Lain, Todd Schlesinger, Heather Woolery-Llloyd, Patrick Burnett, Diane Hanna
{"title":"Putting the Formulation Back in Foam: Optimizing Seborrheic Dermatitis Treatment Across Diverse Hair Types.","authors":"Raj Chovatiya, Meredith Tyree Polaskey, Edward Lain, Todd Schlesinger, Heather Woolery-Llloyd, Patrick Burnett, Diane Hanna","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Seborrheic dermatitis (SD) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that commonly involves the scalp, and thus, affects a diverse demographic with varying hair care needs. Current SD treatments are limited based on optimized formulation, efficacy, adverse events, and lack of placebo-controlled trials. A novel roflumilast foam formulation has emerged as a promising therapeutic option optimally designed for use on the scalp and other hair-bearing areas. We conducted a comprehensive assessment of beauty industry standards, confirming the foam formulation's alignment with industry guidelines and exclusion of potentially harmful ingredients. In addition, consultation with an expert dermatologist panel yielded a strong endorsement, underscoring a high level of confidence in prescribing the foam across diverse hair and skin types.</p>","PeriodicalId":53616,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology","volume":"17 5","pages":"30-33"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11107903/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141082945","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jonathan Nevin Yu, Camille Angeles, Hester Bueser, Antonio Sison
{"title":"The Role of Neurotoxins and Fillers in Affirmative Care in Gender Nonconforming Filipino Patients.","authors":"Jonathan Nevin Yu, Camille Angeles, Hester Bueser, Antonio Sison","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Gender nonconformity refers to individuals whose gender identity, roles, or expressions do not adhere to societal standards and norms. Affirmative care is an approach to healthcare delivery in which organizations, programs, and providers recognize, validate, and support the identity stated or expressed by the individuals served. This study examined the effects of nonsurgical interventions performed by dermatologists, specifically botulinum toxins (BoNTA) and dermal filler injections, on the physical and mental health of Filipino gender nonconforming individuals.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Six gender nonconforming patients received filler and BoNTA injections to enhance their desired facial features. The patients were interviewed before and three months after the treatment session. Baseline and three months posttreatment photos were used to examine treatment results, including the facial width-to-height ratio (FWHR). Three months after treatment, the patients answered a five-question Likert-scale satisfaction survey.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Patients reported high satisfaction with the treatment outcomes (median=5) and agreed that the treatment met their expectations (median=5). They reported improved fine lines and wrinkles (median=5) and increased self-confidence (median=5). All participants strongly recommended the treatment to others (median=5). Changes in FWHR varied among participants who requested a feminine appearance, except for one participant who sought a masculine appearance and whose FWHR increased.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Sensitivity, openness, and knowledge regarding the facial aspirations and treatment preferences of gender nonconforming patients can improve outcomes and increase patient satisfaction in this patient population.</p>","PeriodicalId":53616,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology","volume":"17 5","pages":"48-52"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11107902/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141082947","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Putting Data into Practice: A Review of Phase III and Long-Term Efficacy Data for Bimekizumab for Plaque Psoriasis.","authors":"Jacob Beer, Sarah Hermak, Omar Noor","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":53616,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology","volume":"17 5 Suppl 2","pages":"S7-S10"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11078528/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140900191","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sara Ahmed Galal, Sawsan Khalifa El-Sayed, Manar Mohamed Hasan Henidy
{"title":"Postpartum Telogen Effluvium Unmasking Additional Latent Hair Loss Disorders.","authors":"Sara Ahmed Galal, Sawsan Khalifa El-Sayed, Manar Mohamed Hasan Henidy","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Obejctive: </strong>We sought to detect additional underlying hair loss disorders in patients with postpartum telogen effluvium.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We completed clinical and dermoscopic evaluations on 200 female participants experiencing postpartum hair loss.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>9.5 percent of patients were diagnosed with telogen effluvium (TE), 56.0 percent patients were diagnosed with TE with androgenetic alopecia (AGA), 6.5 percent patients were diagnosed with TE and TA, and 28.0 percent patients were diagnosed with TE, AGA, and TA. In the central area, patients with TE displayed upright regrowing hair and single pilosebaceous unit in 100 percent and 94.7 percent of patients, respectively. While patients with TE and AGA, displayed upright regrowing hair, single pilosebaceous unit, and hair diameter diversity greater than 20 percent. In patients diagnosed with TE and TA, the trichoscopic findings were similar in the TE group to the patients diagnosed with TE, AGA, and TA were also similar to the patients with TE and AGA. Regarding the area of traction, there was no difference observed between the patients with TE and TA and patients with TE, AGA, and TA. The frequent findings were hair diameter diversity, empty follicles, and vellus hair.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Postpartum TE may be associated with other hair loss disorders. Awareness of this is critical to appropriate diagnosis and treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":53616,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology","volume":"17 5","pages":"15-22"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11107900/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141082941","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kerry Hennessy, Steve Dayan, Michael Somenek, Shino Bay, Kristin Witfill, Sabrina Fabi
{"title":"Aesthetic Considerations for Treating Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Patients: A Review and Our Experience.","authors":"Kerry Hennessy, Steve Dayan, Michael Somenek, Shino Bay, Kristin Witfill, Sabrina Fabi","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectvie: </strong>The population of the United States continues to grow in diversity, particularly within sex and gender. In recent years, there has been a surge in aesthetic procedures in the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual (LGB) community. Herein, we discuss a tailored approach to these patient populations and offer guidance to address their concerns both safely and effectively based on a comprehensive review of the literature as well as a roundtable series focusing on diversity in aesthetics.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A literature search was conducted on PubMed using the following terms: \"aesthetics,\" \"cosmetics,\" \"lesbian,\" \"gay,\" and \"bisexual.\" Additionally, an eight-part roundtable series focusing on diversity in aesthetics was conducted from August 2021 to August 2022.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The results of the literature search as well as the discussion from the roundtable series addressing the LGB community are reviewed within.</p><p><strong>Limitations: </strong>We are limited by the paucity of data available in the existing literature. We also acknowledge differences within LGB subgroups and a need for individualization.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>A tailored approach to the LGB patient with regards to fillers, neuromodulators, and energy-based devices may offer improved patient satisfaction and safety.</p>","PeriodicalId":53616,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology","volume":"17 5","pages":"34-39"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11107904/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141082888","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kelly McCoy, Madelyn M Class, Victoria Ricles, Gabriela Wagoner, Devon Cross, Aspen Trautz, Andrew C Krakowski
{"title":"Kids These Days: Social Media's Influence on Adolescent Behaviors.","authors":"Kelly McCoy, Madelyn M Class, Victoria Ricles, Gabriela Wagoner, Devon Cross, Aspen Trautz, Andrew C Krakowski","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>We live in an electronic world with near-ubiquitous access to smartphones and social media. One consequence of this new reality is that children and teenagers may be unduly swayed by social media influencers who promote skincare products and practices, colloquially referred to as \"skinfluencers,\" and enjoy unfettered access to emerging trends-not all of which lead to positive results. Herein, we describe two cases of adolescents presenting to a pediatric dermatology department after trying different beauty trends endorsed by social media influencers. The first patient developed allergic contact dermatitis to \"snail slime\" (96% Snail Secretion Filtrate; COSRX), a popular over-the-counter skincare product that has received notable attention on social media platforms due to its purported skin hydrating effects. The second patient presented urgently due to her mother's concerns of \"overnight moles,\" which, in fact, the patient had acquired after applying makeup using a social media-endorsed \"freckle stamp.\" Clinicians should be aware of these emerging trends to properly educate, manage, and treat patients susceptible to their influence-especially within the particularly impressionable teenage population.</p>","PeriodicalId":53616,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology","volume":"17 5","pages":"40-42"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11107899/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141082890","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Valerie D Callender, Valerie M Harvey, Corey L Hartman, Mona Gohara, Tanya T Khan, William Kwan, Lisa R Ginn
{"title":"Do Women with Skin of Color Think They Are Well Represented in Skin Aging Prevention Information?","authors":"Valerie D Callender, Valerie M Harvey, Corey L Hartman, Mona Gohara, Tanya T Khan, William Kwan, Lisa R Ginn","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>There are clinical differences in healthy skin requirements and skin-aging features by race and ethnicity. However, individuals of color are underrepresented in dermatology-related medical information. We sought to gather information from women of color regarding their attitudes about the importance of the prevention of skin aging, available information, and perception of representation in skin-aging prevention information.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This study involved an observational, cross-sectional, online survey of women aged 18 to 70 years residing in the United States. Participants were placed into one of seven cohorts based on self-reported race/ethnicity. Relative frequencies of responses were compared across cohorts; adjusted logistic regression was used to assess perception of representation in skin-aging prevention information.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The mean age of the 1,646 participants was 44.4 years. The mean (standard deviation) rating (from 0, \"not at all important\" to 10, \"extremely important\") of the importance of the prevention of skin aging ranged from 7.3 to 8.2 across the seven cohorts. All cohorts reported the most trusted source of information for skin-aging prevention products and treatments was a skin-care professional, but not all cohorts believed they are well represented in available sources of information. Older age, lower median household income, and a race/ethnicity of Black, Asian, \"Other,\" and \"More Than One Race\" were less likely to report being well represented.</p><p><strong>Limitations: </strong>People without internet access could not participate, potentially excluding some older and lower-income groups.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Women of color are less likely to feel represented in available information on the prevention of skin aging.</p>","PeriodicalId":53616,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology","volume":"17 4","pages":"18-22"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11022842/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140871982","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Eva Rawlings Parker, Carolyn G Ahlers, Alexander B Hicks
{"title":"A Report of a Keratoacanthoma-Type Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma Arising Within a Multicolored Ink Tattoo.","authors":"Eva Rawlings Parker, Carolyn G Ahlers, Alexander B Hicks","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Keratoacanthoma (KA) is a common, low-grade, rapidly growing cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma that presents as an enlarging crateriform nodule, which may spontaneously involute but rarely metastasizes. Immunosuppression, ultraviolet light, viral infection, surgical procedures, and trauma are associated with their development. Overall, tattoo-induced squamous cell neoplasms are infrequently described in the literature. Carcinogenesis is hypothesized to result from trauma caused by the tattooing procedure or a foreign body reaction to the pigment. However, the pathogenesis has not been clearly defined. While most commonly associated with red ink, to date, very few cases of KA forming within black, blue, or multicolored ink tattoos are reported. Herein, we describe a case of KA arising within areas of blue and black pigment in a decorative ink tattoo.</p>","PeriodicalId":53616,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology","volume":"17 4","pages":"33-36"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11022846/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140870348","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}