Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: October 11, 2023
Side effects from improper injection include dysphagia, dysphonia, asymmetric smile, and weakness of the neck muscles.
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: August 21, 2023
Breaking down the subtypes will help direct the treatment options.
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: March 21, 2023
The incidence of craniofacial hyperhidrosis has not been clearly defined but it is most commonly reported on the forehead, where the concentration ...
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: November 16, 2022
Mesotox is widely used off label for facial lifting, reduction in skin laxity or crepiness, flushing of rosacea, acne, hyperhidrosis of the face, k...
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: September 15, 2022
Recent case studies have provided growing evidence for the off-label use of low-dose oral minoxidil for treating different types of alopecia.
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: June 20, 2022
Hyaluronidase is approved by the Food and Drug Administration for several indications, but its use in cosmetic procedures is off-l...
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: April 21, 2022
I have seen complications of this acid alone in people who have bought TCA online, related to applications not just on the face but on the body, ne...
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: February 23, 2022
In cosmetic use, mandelic acid is a slow acting chemical peel that can be used in all skin types, including sensitive and rosacea-prone skin, as we...
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: December 13, 2021
Unfortunately, in the last decade the formulations of azelaic acid have not been changed considerably.
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: September 17, 2021
One of the most commonly used organic acids used on the skin, lactic acid, has been used for over 3 decades.
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: July 8, 2021
Overuse of glycolic acid among consumers has increased the incidence of skin reactions and hyperpigmentation.
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: April 15, 2021
The signing of the CARES Act in March, 2020 included reforms in the FDA monograph process for OTC medications.
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: March 16, 2021
In my experience, all cosmetic procedures across the board, including injectables, skin resurfacing, and lasers, have increased.
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: February 11, 2021
The widespread use of cell phones, laptops, and tablets has increased their prevalence.
Opinion
- Author:
- Lily Talakoub, MD
Publish date: January 19, 2021
There are now several peer-reviewed studies showing some benefit for treating pigmentation from photodamage or melasma with laser-assisted delivery...
