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Removing Fordyce Spots: 4 Common Questions Answered
What Causes Fordyce Spots? Fordyce spots are ectopic sebaceous glands that can appear on the lips, insides of the mouth, or genitals. They present as tiny, clustered, yellowish raised spots…
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Dr. Sue Ellen Cox weighs in on Best Treatments for Glowing Skin
Glowing, radiant skin has a youthful, vibrant appearance, while dull, lackluster skin can make you look tired and older. Your skin’s health is closely linked to your lifestyle—factors like stress,…
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Café Au Lait Birthmark Treatment: How to Remove Birthmarks
What is a Café Au Lait Birthmark? Café Au Lait Birthmarks (CALM for short) are well-defined tan to brown lesions that are often present at birth or appear in early…
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Treating Cellulite on the Buttocks and Legs: 5 Things You Should Know
What is Cellulite? Dimpling on the Buttocks and Legs Explained Cellulite is an extremely common condition affecting 80-90% of people in their lifetime. It causes a dimpled appearance to the…
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Venous Lake: What’s This Blue Spot on My Lip, and How Do I Treat It?
What is a Venous Lake, and How Can it be Treated? Venous lakes are a dilation of small veins that form a blue or purple growth most commonly seen on…
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Port Wine Stains: Treatment for Red and Purple Birthmarks on the Face
Port Wine Stains Explained: Red and Purple Birthmarks on the Face A Port Wine Stains (PWS) is a type of birthmark that is comprised of abnormally dilated or abnormally formed…
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Hip Dips Explained: The 4 Things You Should Know
Hip Dips (AKA Violin Hips) Explained What are Hip Dips? Hip dips, also known as “violin hips,” are the inward curves that can appear on the sides of the hips,…
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Xanthelasma Removal: Treatment For Cholesterol Deposits Around the Eyes
Cholesterol Deposits Around the Eyes Explained Cholesterol deposits around the eyes, referred to as Xanthelasma, occur when deposits of cholesterol build up under the skin. This presents as harmless yellow…
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What is Rhinophyma? Q&A with Dr. Lisa Ishii
Rhinophyma is a skin disorder that causes the nose to enlarge and become red, bumpy, and bulbous. When left untreated, Rhinophyma can severely alter the shape of the nose and…
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Aesthetic Solutions named Best Dermatologist of Chapel Hill 2024
For the seventh straight year, Aesthetic Solutions was honored by Chapel Hill Magazine in their annual “Best of Chapel Hill” edition! Aesthetic Solutions was recognized in two categories, “Best Place…
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