Cosmetic Dermatology: Common procedures, challenges, advancements, and more

Pigmentation treatment has typically been done through use of Hydroquinone creams prescribed by doctors, or retinol along with anti-inflammatory creams

What is Cosmetic Dermatology? 

Cosmetic Dermatology is a branch of medicine that exclusively deals with the diagnosis and treatment of skin, nails and hair disorders and cellulite. It is an amalgamation of both medical and surgical aspects. The procedures of dermatology improve the external appearance of the skin by treating various conditions like hyperpigmentation, acne, scars and wrinkles. Liposuction is for surgeons only. 

Following are a couple of common procedures done by cosmetic dermatology:

Pigmentation

One of the biggest growing concerns in people, pigmentation has been there all along. What many call blemishes, melasma, dark spots, patches, acne scars, dullness and uneven skin tone