More than 300 million people globally struggle with depression and its persistent feelings of sadness. Depression affects everyday life for some. The most common treatment options currently available for depression are medication and psychotherapy. Compelling research also exists pointing to another option, using Botox for depression as a treatment option.
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Treatment for Melasma: Care Options and Prevention Tips
Melasma is a common skin condition that causes spots. These spots appear on your skin and are typically brown or grayish-brown in color. We’ve laid out options regarding treatment for melasma and tips to consider if you have this condition.
5 Microneedling Benefits: Get Your Skin Summer Ready
It’s almost summer time, which means you may be looking for new ways to improve the look of your skin as we head into a new season. We’ll dive into common microneedling benefits that may fit what you’re looking for. If you’re considering a cosmetic procedure with a quick recovery time, microneedling has just that. Vujevich Dermatology offers many different cosmetic procedures to help you look and feel your best.
Looking for a Dermatologist in Pleasant Hills? (We Have You Covered)
If you’re looking for a dermatologist in Pleasant Hills, Vujevich Dermatology Associates has you covered. We’re excited to announce that we opened a new location in Pleasant Hills this past September 2019!
Facial Fillers: Different Types for Different Purposes
Facial fillers, also commonly called dermal fillers, are not a new procedure to the cosmetic dermatology world. In fact, facial fillers have grown to become the second most common cosmetic procedure in the United States. However, what many people may not know is that different types of fillers can serve very different purposes. The choice of filler is based on the area to be treated, patient characteristics, and the desired effect. For example, the same filler that we use to lift and add volume in the cheeks would not look natural in someone’s lips. Here we want a softer, more delicate filler.
4 Unexpected Things About a CoolSculpting® Procedure (from Real Patients)
**UPDATE: As of October 2024, Vujevich Dermatology Associates is no longer providing Coolsculpting services. Please visit our main Cosmetic Dermatology page to see a full list of the current cosmetic services we provide.
We get a lot of questions surrounding a CoolSculpting® procedure such as what to expect, if it’s effective, what the procedure is like, and more. We’ve talked with real patients from our office to provide four unexpected things about a CoolSculpting® procedure that patients should know. Check out our list below.
What to Expect from a Rosacea Laser Treatment
Rosacea is a common skin disease that is often diagnosed in people who tend to flush or blush more easily than others. This flush/blush is typically concentrated on the cheeks and nose but can also involve the forehead and chin. Redness can even affect the ears, chest, and back. Additional findings of rosacea can include visible blood vessels and acne-like breakouts. Luckily, a rosacea laser treatment can be used to reduce the red appearance of rosacea.
4 Alopecia Treatment Options: What You Need to Know
What Is Alopecia?
Alopecia is an autoimmune disease that occurs when the body attacks its own hair follicles, resulting in partial or complete hair loss. There are three main types of alopecia, and a number of treatments available for each.
Beauty Sleep: How Sleep Affects Your Skin
We’ve all heard the phrase, “get your beauty sleep,” but why do they call it that? And, does the amount of sleep you get really affect your skin? The short answer is, yes. Lack of sleep can affect your entire body, including, your skin. But exactly how does sleep affect your skin? Well, in several ways.
3 Hives Symptoms (and How to Treat Them)
While you may have heard of, or even had, hives before, there are many things about them and three hives symptoms everyone should be aware of. Hives, or urticaria, appear suddenly as pale red bumps or plaques on the skin. Let’s dive into causes, symptoms, and more.