Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Blog

When you pout, you can see fine lines form on both your upper and lower lips. These lines will disappear once you allow your lips to relax. Unfortunately, over time, these lines may permanently form on your lips, giving your lips a withered and aged appearance. Although you can’t stop yourself from aging, you can […]

The name pseudofolliculitis barbae sounds like a strange and dangerous disease, but it’s really just the medical term for what is commonly known as razor bumps. This is a fairly common issue that all types of people can encounter when shaving any area of their body. Razor bumps form when shaved hairs begin to grow […]

When our faces begin to lose volume, it causes the skin to sag and can give areas like your cheeks a hollowed appearance. Facial volume loss heavily contributes to the creation of an aged appearance in a person’s face. An excellent choice for restoring lost facial volume is the volume lift procedure. A volume lift […]

Skin cancer comes in many forms. Some are much more common than others but do not carry significant risks. Others may be less common but may also have a much higher mortality rate. Melanoma is considered the most lethal of the common types of skin cancer. Out of all the skin cancer cases diagnosed annually, […]

If you love playing sports, it is important that you be aware of the rashes, fungal infections, and other skin conditions that you may develop due to these activities. Being aware of these potential hazards will help you identify them so that you can remain safe and healthy while still pursuing your passion for sports. […]

Feeling the hot water wash over your body during a shower is such a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Unfortunately, hot water is not the best thing for the health of your skin. Hot water strips the skin of the essential oils it needs, which can lead to dry and irritated skin. When taking a shower […]

Botox injections are one of the best ways to treat the common signs of aging that appear on the face. In fact, Botox is perfect for treating one of the most noticeable aesthetic skin issues: crow’s feet. Those fine lines that form on the corners of the eyes can greatly detract from your natural beauty […]

Have you noticed patches of discolored skin around your body? These unsightly spots are known as age spots, or sun spots. The can form on areas of the skin that are frequently exposed to sunlight. Some of the areas where they commonly form are the hands, neck, shoulder, arms, and face. Sun spots form due […]

Facial-rejuvenation treatments can be surgical, such as a facelift, or they can be minimally invasive and non-surgical. Non-surgical options are ideal for those suffering from mild aesthetic issues and aging. This includes mild wrinkles, folds, and lines, as well as noticeable facial sagging. Cosmetic injectables are an excellent option for non-surgical facial rejuvenation. Products like […]

Do you have acne on your back? Dr. Harvey recently teamed up with Piedmont Healthcare to provide some tips for dealing with back acne.  Just like on the face, back acne can appear anytime, but during the summer months, we tend to see a lot more patients with this issue for several reasons. 1. It’s […]