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Eight Dermatology Specialty Centers with ONE Goal: Head-To-Toe Skin Care
Dermatology Associates of Atlanta is an all-serving medical facility with eight on-site specialty centers. Our team of board certified dermatologists and physician’s assistants, with 150 years of combined experience, provides patients with optimum care of the skin, hair, and nails. Because our practice’s offerings are a bit extensive, each specialty center containing its own staff of trained physicians and practitioners with their own distinct menu of skin treatments, we’ve decided to highlight each center in our upcoming blog series. Listed below is a brief overview of what’s offered at each specialty center:
• Atlanta Center for Veins: Our vein treatment center offers face and leg vein elimination treatment for varicose and spider veins including: sclerotherapy, Veinwave™, laser vein removal, and Foto Facial® IPL treatment. DAA’s vein specialists has successfully treated varicose and spider veins for over 20 years.
• Atlanta Laser and Cosmetic Surgery Center: Cosmetic procedures like blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), liposuction, facial rejuvenation, facial fillers, and dermal injectables are offered in our cosmetic surgery center. Our surgical procedures are performed in our state approved, AAAHC accredited Surgical Suite and non-surgical procedures are performed in our treatment rooms.
• Dermatology Center: This center is dedicated to basic dermatological conditions of the skin, hair and nails such as warts, acne, rashes, brown spots, or precancerous lesions.
- Skin Cancer Center: Part of DAA’s Dermatology Center, our Skin Cancer Center is devoted to the prevention and removal of skin cancer. Skin cancer body checks are performed regularly. Surgical removal of cancerous lesions can be performed in one of our procedure rooms; more advanced surgeries must be performed in our Surgical Suite. For instance, Mohs skin cancer surgery, our most precise and effective method of removing skin cancer is performed in the Surgical Suite.
• Griffin Center of Hair Restoration and Research: Dr. Edmond Griffin, leading hair loss specialist and board certified dermatologist for 34 years, founded this center with the goal of ensuring that every patient with a hair loss condition leaves his office informed about hair loss prevention methods, treatment options, and a clear understanding if hair restoration surgery is right for them.
• Laser Institute of Georgia: We are proud, not only to be the largest and most experienced laser center in the Southeast, but also the first laser center available in Georgia. We offer 16 different lasers. Our physicians have over 20 years of experience using lasers to remove and/or reduce: wrinkles, brown or red spots, tattoos, facial veins, freckles, birthmarks, and unwanted hair.
• Psoriasis Treatment Center: Specifically devoted to treat patients suffering from psoriasis, this center offers various treatment methods including: PHAROS EX-308 Excimer Laser treatments, scalp hydrotherapy, and localized psoriasis therapy, to name a few.
• Skin Medics™ Medical Spa: A visit to Skin Medics™ will allow you to indulge in the latest facial rejuvenation techniques with microdermabrasion, facials, natural peels and chemical peels. Our board certified dermatologists and licensed medical aestheticians work together to meet your every skin care need.
- Hair Removal Center: Located within Skin Medics™, this center provides multiple options for hair removal such as waxing, electrolysis, and laser hair removal. Laser hair removal is also offered at DAA’s Laser Institute of Georgia.
• The Surgical Suite: Our 2000 square-foot outpatient center is state approved, AAAHC accredited, and devoted to safety as well as medical and surgical excellence. Our surgical suite offers comprehensive surgical services, an experienced medical staff, and a comfortable waiting area for friends or family members.
Be sure to visit the Dermatology Associates of Atlanta website for more information on the services we provide at each of the centers. Also, stay tuned for the upcoming blog series as we further introduce each specialty center, along with our regular updates on dermatology news and our specials.
Male Seeking Body Hair Removal? We Have a Specialty Center For That!
According to a recent New York Times article detailing the ever-evolving trends in male health and beauty, a majority of men (61%) aged 18-29 report utilizing some form of body hair removal to clear certain regions below the neck. The same article also reports that the most common areas for body hair removal in males include: the groin, chest, armpits, and back.
Even though the razor manufacturing industry remains strong (grossing over $10 million per year), many males complain that body hair removal is inconvenient and time consuming when removed with a razor. Dermatology Associates of Atlanta, dedicated to complete dermatological care, offers a complete menu of laser hair removal services through The Laser Institute of Georgia, DAA’s laser specialty center. Most qualified laser hair removal patients see noticeable, permanent results after a series of three to six treatments.
Laser hair removal is a procedure most effective for individuals with darker, coarser hair. For fair patients, DAA’s Laser Institute of Georgia also offers electrolysis. To learn more about the hair removal services offered at Dermatology Associates of Atlanta or to schedule a consultation, visit their website.
Painless Acne Laser Treatment IsoLaz Giving Patients a Radiant and Clear Complexion
If you are frustrated with acne and wish that you had clear skin – you’re not alone. In fact, over 60 million Americans suffer from acne. Unfortunately, many have had difficulty finding an effective treatment. This month, Dermatology Associates of Atlanta, P.C. is thrilled to introduce the FDA approved, IsoLaz™ Acne Deep Pore Laser Therapy at their in-house laser center: The Laser Institute of Georgia. Dermatology Associates of Atlanta is one of only two practices in the state of Georgia to offer this new technology.
The new treatment is painless and short; easily performed during the span of a lunch break. IsoLaz’s ™ revolutionary Photopneumatics™ technology combines vacuum and laser therapy to loosen and extract dirt, blackheads, and excess oils from deep within your pores so the laser light can better destroy the underlying acne-causing bacteria. For most patients, just a few IsoLaz™ treatments produce noticeable improvements to uneven skin tone, sun damaged skin, facial redness, pronounced veins, and even unwanted hair.
In addition to its’ almost immediately noticeable results, and unlike other laser treatments that can produce redness and crusting post-procedure, the IsoLaz™ system is safe for all skin types, does not cause sensitivity to light, and allows you to resume your normal activities immediately after your treatment .
Dermatology Associates of Atlanta Discuss Laser Hair Removal vs. Electrolysis
More and more people are opting for hair removal and turning to laser hair removal and electrolysis. But, what are the differences between these popular methods and which is the best option for you? Dermatology Associates of Atlanta gives a rundown of the pros and cons of each:
Laser hair removal involves the use of a hand-held laser device that emits light energy beams onto the treated area. The light beam targets dark coloring (of the hair) and works to impair the hair follicle, destroying growth, and causing the hair strands to fall out within the following two weeks. Because laser hair removal targets dark pigment, this method works best on people with light skin and dark hair. Hair that is too light may not be picked up on; and skin that is too dark may be negatively affected by the laser, and in some cases, result in scarring.
Laser hair removal treatments are relatively fast (about 20-30 minutes to treat the underarms). Because hair grows in three different cycles, 4 to 5 sessions will be needed to achieve optimal results. Patients will experience some mild pain during treatment – feeling like the snapping of a rubber band on the skin. However local anesthesia may be requested and the pain does not last longer after the procedure.
While laser hair removal is FDA approved for hair reduction, it is not approved for permanent removal. While most patients are very happy with their results, the results are not always 100 percent, especially with light or fine hair.
Electrolysis, on the other hand, is a method of removal using a needle, which is inserted into the hair follicle and sends a current of electricity into each individual follicle to destroy its growth. While this sounds painful, it is usually described as a mild discomforting pricking sensation when performed by a skilled electrologist. Unlike laser hair removal, electrolysis can be used on any color hair or skin type, even blond and gray hair. Because each individual follicle is treated during a session, electrolysis takes longer that laser hair removal and requires more overall sessions (anywhere from 15 to 30) to achieve maximum results.
Electrolysis is also the only FDA approved treatment for permanent hair removal and can even be 100 percent effective on the light and fine hair that a laser misses.
While both methods of hair removal have their pros and cons, it is best to talk with a certified electrologist to decided which method is the best option for you and your skin/hair type. Jan Buckley, Dermatology Associates of Atlanta’s in-house electrologist, is certified in clinical electrology and is a graduate of the International Center for the Study of Electrology. Visit our website for more information or to set up a consultation.
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