Abstract Flaps are often the ideal closure for skin wounds when a simple primary closure is not possible. After perfection of suturing and surgical technique, the ability to choose the…

Abstract Free skin grafts are pieces of skin of variable thickness and size that are completely detached from their origin (donor site) to cover a defect (recipient site). Grafts for…

Abstract Liposuction is an effective method for surgically improving localized areas of excess subcutaneous fat. Modern liposuction is performed using dilute local anesthesia, via the tumescent technique, together with small…

Abstract Despite the continued release of new devices, from lasers to ultrasound, chemical peels remain our steadfast resurfacing tool. This is due in large part to their proven efficacy and…

Abstract It is important for dermatologists to appreciate the human preoccupation with external beauty and aging. Having a better understanding of what constitutes beauty and how to evaluate the aging…

Abstract A myriad of products exist to adorn and maintain the skin, hair, and nails. These products possess sophisticated formulations that can play a role in the maintenance of these…

Abstract Nail surgery is often feared by patients because of concerns regarding pain, both from injection of the local anesthetic and postoperatively, as well as the risk of permanent nail…

Abstract Chronic wounds fail to heal in a timely fashion, do not progress through the normal phases of wound healing in an orderly manner, and may remain in a persistent…

Abstract The dermatologic surgeon must have a comprehensive knowledge of regional anatomy in order to obtain acceptable operative results. Proper tissue movement on the face and neck is essential for…

Abstract The skin is a very accessible organ for obtaining tissue specimens for pathologic examination or for performing definitive curative surgery. Under local anesthesia, specimens may be obtained via a…