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What Makes a Board-Certified Dermatologist a Dermatology Specialist?

When seeking treatment for skin, hair, or nail conditions, you always want to visit the most qualified specialist. In the field of dermatology, that means seeing a board-certified dermatologist like Dr. Dina Strachan at Aglow Dermatology. However, it can sometimes be difficult to determine which qualifications certain providers have. Terms like “skin specialist” or “dermatology specialist” don’t …

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What causes pimples on the butt?

acne, General Dermatology

We may be used to finding acne on our faces and upper body, but what causes pimples on the butt? Technically acne vulgaris, what we generally refer to as acne, rarely appears on the buttocks. There are some conditions that commonly appear on the behind that can look similar to acne–but are not. …

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Can Dermatologists Remove Cysts?

General Dermatology

If you’ve noticed a firm bump under your skin that won’t go away, you might have a cyst. These closed sac-like structures typically contain keratin and oil. They sometimes form as a result of acne that doesn’t resolve, a clogged pore, trauma or an ingrown hair becoming inflamed and healing improperly. Most cysts are benign. …

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The Benefits of Using Chemical Peels For Acne Treatment

acne, Chemical Peels, Cosmetic Dermatology, General Dermatology

Chemical peels can be a great way to help reduce acne and improve your skin’s appearance. Chemical peels can also target deeper causes of breakouts, helping reduce inflammation and combat signs of aging. Learn more about the benefits of chemical peels for acne, what they involve, and how they work. Chemical peels for acne …

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Hormonal Acne – What You Need To Know

acne, General Dermatology

Hormonal acne is a type of adult acne in which excess oil production clogs pores and causes inflammation. The cause is hormonal fluctuations that stimulate overproduction of sebum by the sebaceous gland in the pores. Although, in a sense, all acne is hormonal, it is these changes that are the biggest triggers in people with …

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Are Chemical Peels Covered By Insurance?

Chemical Peels, Cosmetic Dermatology, General Dermatology

Chemical peels are an increasingly popular procedure in medical offices. They have both medical and cosmetic applications. Patients sometimes ask does health insurance cover chemical peels? The answers are yes, no, and it depends. We will discuss the circumstances that determine whether chemical peels are covered by insurance. What is a chemical peel? A …

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Acne Treatment for Black Skin

acne, General Dermatology, skin of color

Acne treatment for black skin requires special expertise. Dr. Dina Strachan is a board-certified dermatologist in the New York, NY, area who is focused on ensuring patients have access to the quality skincare they need to regardless of skin type. Patients of color have unique, specialized needs that can be addressed by working with an …

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Perimenopausal Hair Loss – Case

General Dermatology, hair and scalp, Hair Loss

Perimenopausal hair loss is caused by hormonal shifts that affect hair growth. It tends to affect women around the age of 49 years old. It can look like androgenetic alopecia (female pattern hair loss) but starts later in life. Perimenopausal hair loss: history An African American woman in her late 50s requested treatment for …

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What Is Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia? CCCA

Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia, hair and scalp

Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA) is a type of alopecia characterized by hair loss at the crown of the head that widens over time. Occurring almost exclusively in black women, CCCA often starts slowly with hair that breaks easily and begins to thin gradually. However, as it progresses, hair loss becomes more noticeable and may be …

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Tips for managing psoriasis

General Dermatology, Skin Psoriasis

If you have any variety of psoriasis, you know it can be a frustrating and painful condition. There is currently no cure for psoriasis, but there are treatments that can help manage the symptoms. At Aglow Dermatology, Dr. Dina Strachan and her team in New York, NY, can evaluate you to determine the actual type …

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