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According to therapeutic treatment guidelines published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, prescription topical retinoids, such as adapalene, should be used as first-line therapy for all acne cases, either alone or in combination with antibiotics. The exception to this is the most severe forms of the disease, which requires more aggressive treatment. In addition, a recent study published in the May 2006 issue of Archives of Dermatology, found that patients who are able to manage severe acne with a combination of antibiotics and topical retinoids are often able to maintain their clear skin by using gels alone after discontinuing use of antibiotics. Prolonged use of antibiotics can often lead to antibiotic resistance.
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The Department of Dermatology has been serving Utah's patient population since 1972 when it was first founded with the status of a "division" under the umbrella of Internal Medicine. It began with one physician, Dr. Gerald Krueger, who served as Division Chief until 1987 when Dr. John Zone assumed the position. In 1996, Dermatology at the University of Utah achieved Departmental status.
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Dermatology has the obvious benefit of having easy access to tissue for diagnosis. Physical examination is generally done under bright light and preferably involves the whole body. At this stage, the doctor may apply Wood's light, which may aid in diagnosing types of mycosis or demonstrate the extent of pigmented lesions, or use a dermatoscope which enlarges a suspected lesion and visualizes it without reflected light. The dermatoscope is helpful in differentiating a benign naevus from melanoma or a seborrheic keratosis from a mole. A morphological classification of dermatological lesions is important in the diagnosis of dermatological disorders. Dermatologic diagnosis is often dependent upon pattern recognition of lesions and symptoms.
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The Johns Hopkins Department of Dermatology has a strong tradition in scientific research. Defining the molecular basis of dermatologic diseases, particularly autoimmune diseases, has established the department as a leading center for the investigation of many skin diseases. A multidisciplinary approach has resulted from collaboration with other scientists in the fields of immunology, oncology, allergy, rheumatology and molecular biology.
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In her lecture "What's New in Fillers," Heidi A. Waldorf, M.D., Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Dermatology, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY, discussed the scientific benefits of Radiesse. She reported that Radiesse has advanced microsphere technology that relies on calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) particles in a water-based gel carrier. When placed into soft tissue, Radiesse provides immediate correction and stimulates increased collagen production. Over time, the gel is absorbed and the CaHA microspheres support in-growth of the resident tissue
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SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 25 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Academy of Dermatology today issued a statement in response to reports in the media that sunshine may prevent cancer. These reports linking the health benefits of vitamin D to sun exposure is leading to public confusion. For decades, dermatologists have advised the public to practice proper sun protection to prevent skin cancer -- and that same advice holds true today, despite any claims to the contrary.
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