Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Blog

There’s an old saying – to know something like the back of your hand. But you’d be surprised to learn how often people are unfamiliar with their skin and the different types of growths that can occur. An important part of self-care is knowing your own skin so that you notice when potentially dangerous bumps […]

Taking care of your skin is important, especially if you’ve got sensitive skin. If you’re going to take good care of your skin, it’s important to treat your epidermis gently, even while cleaning. When you shower, be sure to only use warm water and limit the time you spend. Hot water and extended exposure to […]

Surgeries can offer many life-saving and life-enhancing benefits, but scarring is often an unfortunate result of these procedures. Scars from surgery are unavoidable, but there are steps you can take after surgery to help diminish their appearance. Follow these dos and don’ts to keep postoperative scarring at a minimum. Do Keep Pressure on the Wound […]

Dry skin is a common problem during the winter months. As a dermatologist, I’m often asked how to protect at-risk areas when the weather gets cold. Here are a handful of tips I share with my patients. Tip 1: See a Skin Specialist Many of the patients I see who experience skin problems during the […]

Moles are something that everyone has in common. While some people have as few as 10 to 40, it is typical to have much more. They can be located anywhere on the body, and usually appear by a person’s 20th birthday. The amount of moles a person has is determined by genetics and sun exposure. […]

Most people have a love-hate relationship with their hair. As a cosmetic dermatologist, I can tell you that some patients will go to almost any length to get rid of unwanted body hair. Even if the procedure causes discomfort or pain, they are willing to endure it if it banishes unsightly patches from problem areas. […]

Contrary to popular belief, not all dermal fillers are the same. They differ in composition, longevity, and price. Their unique properties help doctors determine how and where they should be used. These sought-after substances help fill in facial wrinkles almost instantly, restoring a softer, smoother, more youthful appearance. Let us take a moment to discuss […]

David T. Harvey, MD FAAD, FACMS Cosmetic Dermatologist & Mohs Surgeon Today, we have many options for the cosmetic dermatology patient to explore. We are fortunate that in the Atlanta area, we have access to some really great technologies which are letting patients achieve their desired look in a safe and predictable manner. Many of […]

David T. Harvey, MD, FAAD, FACMS Mohs Surgeon and Cosmetic Dermatologist A very reassuring article just came out in the Journal of the American Medical Association which confirmed the safety of Laser, Botox™ and Filler Therapy when performed by board certified dermatologists. The study was a multicenter prospective cohort study evaluating procedures performed with either […]

I have come to appreciate some newer technologies over the last 12 months of practice. In a field fraught with therapeutic gimmicks, it is important to be aware of things that “sound too good to be true”. In spite of this, I am definitely on board with micro needling, a simple and relatively inexpensive new […]