PRP Injections vs. Dermal FillerBy: Danielle Khalife, PA-CWhat are PRP injections? PRP is a more natural cosmetic treatment that involves injecting a patient’s own platelet-rich plasma (PRP) into the face. PRP is a component of blood that contains growth factors and other proteins that promote healing on a cellular level. When injected into the skin,…
DetailsJuly is Ultraviolet Safety Month By: Michelle Bate, FNP-C, DCNPNorth Suburban Dermatology Associates July is Ultraviolet Safety Month! Summertime is finally here once again! At North Suburban Dermatology Associates, we’re looking forward to enjoying the sunshine just as much as anyone else. In honor of Ultraviolet Safety Month, I would like to provide you with…
DetailsIncorporating Integrative Medicine into Dermatology By: Stacy McClure, MD, FAADBoard Certified Dermatologist | IDCP Certified Dermatology Associates of La Grange Dr. Stacy McClure is a board-certified dermatologist. Prior to joining Dermatology Associates of La Grange in 2009, she completed a two-year research fellowship at Northwestern University focusing on clinical trials in dermatology. She then began her…
DetailsMay is Skin Cancer & Melanoma Awareness Month!Early detection is key. Have you scheduled your full-body skin exam?Did you know? 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70 Having 5 or more sunburns doubles your risk for melanoma When detected early, the 5-year survival rate for melanoma is 99% What…
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