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Depending on the location of your birthmark, it may be more of an endearing trait that you never want to get rid of than a nuisance. If, however, you have a birthmark in a location that’s more visible, you may jump higher than you ever imagined at the thought of having it removed. With so...  read more

Kids are notorious for being dirty and covered in germs— hence the term, “snotty-nosed kids.” And by constantly being exposed to germs and other children with even more germs, your child is more susceptible to getting things like warts. Warts are caused by the virus called human papillomavirus (HPV) which can easily be transmitted from...  read more

If you have a child who participates in sports such as wrestling, running, football, soccer, or basketball, they are likely going to get some sort of ringworm at one point in their life. And although you may think ringworm is something that you can protect your child from ever getting, there are many contributing factors...  read more

With more than 3 million cases a year, psoriasis is a skin disease that affects a large population of people. Psoriasis is a skin disorder that causes your skin to break out in rashes, dryness, fissures, flakiness, peeling, small bump, thickness, or redness. Additionally, psoriasis can also cause painful joints, depression, and itching. If you...  read more

Prescription-Stregth Retinoids, Such as Retin A, Refissa, Renova: Consider these a foundation of any well-designed anti-aging skincare protocol. Why? Research demonstrates that consistent use of these vitamin A derivatives, creates a substantial layer of new collagen in the skin, which corresponds to a statistically significant decrease in superficial wrinkles. Retinoids also increase production of elastin...  read more

Do you have thin lips or do you look in the mirror and think that you may want to have plumper lips? If so, you are not alone. Lip injections are a non-permanent yet effective way to give you a plumper pout without any of the hassle of having to go under the knife for...  read more

Featured on the Doctor's Show, Access Hollywood, and named by InStyle magazine the "Celebrity Facial of the Year", Fire and Ice Facial is also known as iS Clinical Innovative Facial or Red Carpet Facial due to its popularity among those attending major Hollywood events such as the Oscar' Show. Fire & Ice Facial is much...  read more

Receive $100 OFF Botox® treatment on Thursdays During the months of July & August! Erase the frown lines and soften your crow’s feet with Botox® Cosmetic! What’s more, Botox® Cosmetic treatment can also accomplish a subtle brow lift in most patients, giving eyes a rested, more open appearance. At Chevy Chase Dermatology, we believe in...  read more