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Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer Incidence on the Rise

Monday, March 29th, 2010

Summer in San Diego: the beach, the sun… the skin cancer?!  As we head into another beautiful summer in southern California, we like to remind outdoor enthusiasts about the importance of sun protection.  Especially after a new study published in Archives of Dermatology details the rise of non-melanoma skin cancers (basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma).  In the U.S., skin cancer is the most common form of cancer and this new study indicates that “the incidence of skin caner in the United States has substantially increased from 1992 to 2006.”  In fact, incidences of non-melanoma skin cancer rose an average of 4.2% a year in the Medicare population.  The study states that “in 2006, there were an estimated 3.5 million skin cancers overall in the U.S.” 

Photo of a basal cell carcinoma (BCC)

Photo of a basal cell carcinoma (BCC)

Photo of a squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)

Photo of a squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)

So what can you do to reduce you chances of getting a non-melanoma skin cancer?  Almost all basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas are directly related to sun exposure, so its important to take precautions when outdoors.  Wide-brimmed hats, glasses, rash guards, and of course SPF 30+ sunscreens are important tools in sun protection.  Also, try to plan your outdoor activities early in the morning or later in the afternoon as midday sun exposure is the most intense.  It’s important to see your dermatologist regularly for skin checks once a year, or twice a year if you have had a non-melanoma skin cancer in the past.  Of course you should see your dermatologist sooner if you notice any spots that are changing, growing, itching and/or bleeding.  Unsure if you have a lesion that you should be concerned about?  Remember the ABCD’s: Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color, Diameter.  Don’t ignore moles or lesions that are concerning, as early detection results in the best treatment.
ABCDS

To read the full article, please follow this link:Melanoma/Skin Cancer Health Center, WebMD

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Jason R. Lupton, M.D. in Radiant Life Magazine

Friday, March 5th, 2010

Pick up the latest issue of Radiant Life- the Aesthetic Wellness Magazine, featuring Dr. Jason Lupton!

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Wrinkles: Blame it on Biology?

Thursday, January 7th, 2010

Why do women have more wrinkles than men?  This question sounds like it could be the set-up for a “battle of the sexes” joke, but researchers have found that women may actually be more prone to wrinkles than men.  A study, published in the November-December issue of the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, focused on the differences in aging between men and women, focusing primarily on wrinkles around the mouth (perioral wrinkles).   Their results found that the differences in aging may be a result of the biological differences between men and women.  The study, conducted by researchers in the Netherlands, found that:

  • Women’s skin tissues around the mouth contain fewer sweat and sebaceous glands than men’s, which could influence the natural filling of the skin.
  • Women’s skin tissues around the mouth contain fewer blood vessels than men’s. Better circulation may help slow wrinkle development.
  • In women, the closer attachment of muscle fibers surrounding the lips to the middle layer of skin may cause an inward traction, thus creating deeper wrinkles.
To read the complete article, please click on the following link to Web MD: WebMD

Fortunately, there are many dermal fillers that help to slow down the aging process and the appearance of wrinkles.  Products such as Radiesse®, Restylane®, Perlane®, Juvederm® can all be used to fill lines for an instant result.  Forget diamonds… dermal fillers are a girl’s best friend!

Before treat with dermal filler

Before treatment with dermal filler

After treatment with dermal filler to nasolabial folds

After treatment with dermal filler to nasolabial folds

Before treatment with dermal filler

Before treatment with dermal filler

After treatmen with dermal filler to nasolabial folds

After treatment with dermal filler to nasolabial folds

To learn more about the fillers available at our office, please follow this link: Dermal Fillers

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Minimum SPF increasing to 30

Friday, December 4th, 2009
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Image from beauty-budget.com

Until recently, dermatologists have advised their patients to wear a minimum SPF 15 sunscreen.  But recent findings have prompted the American Academy of Dermatology to increase the minimum recommendation to 30.  According to  Arielle N.B. Kauvar, M.D., chair of the Academy’s Council on Communications, “research shows that most people are only applying 25 to 50 percent of the recommended amount of sunscreen.”  She goes on to say, “if you apply only half the amount that you should using an SPF 15, you are probably only getting the equivalent of an SPF 7 or 8, which is insufficient protection” (JAAD, Academy ups minimum SPF recommendation from 15 to 30 by Richard Nelson).

CORRECT SUNSCREEN APPLICATION

*It takes one ounce of sunscreen (enough to fill a shot glass) to cover the exposed parts of your body

*Apply SPF 30 or higher sunscreen liberally

*Apply sunscreen 20 minutes before going out in the sun

*Reapply often, about every one to two hours, especially after going in the water or sweating

*Sunscreen is needed even during the colder months, and while doing actvities such as skiing or snowboarding

For other helpful information on skin care, please visit American Academy of Dermatology or Derm SD patient resources

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Certain skin types more likely to have rosacea

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

rosaceaAccording to a report on Medwire news (Factors involved in pathogenesis rosacea revealed; By Helen Albert 11 September 2009 J Eur Acad ), certain individuals are more susceptible to rosacea then others, based on their skin type.

Rosacea is a chronic condition that causes redness and swelling of the face, although it can also affect other areas, like the eyes (ocular rosacea).  Those afflicted with rosacea may first notice a tendency to flush or blush easily. The condition progresses to persistent redness, pimples, and visible, threadlike blood vessels (telangiectasias) in the center of the face.  These skin changes can eventually spread to the cheeks, forehead, chin, and nose.  -Derm SD website: medical dermatology

According to MedWire News, the study shows that “key factors in the pathogenesis of rosacea include having a paler skin type, [and] chronic sun exposure.”

Interestingly, the study also found that “until the age of 71 years of age 70% more women had rosacea than men, but in those aged 71 years and above 60% more men than women had the condition, suggesting that men may develop the disease at an older age.”

Even with these new findings, “Many aspects of rosacea require further investigation and more future studies are needed…”  However, while there is no way to completely get rid of rosacea, it can be maintained with topicals and/or laser treatments, such as V Beam.  To learn more about laser treatment of rosacea, please follow the link: V Beam laser information

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