Here at Edgebrook Dermatology, we see patients for medical dermatology exams in our Medical Center. But how do I get into our Laser and/or Aesthetic Center? What if my skin concerns aren’t medical, but just cosmetic? What if I’m interested in resurfacing texture, improving scarring, and investing in long-term anti-aging and protective skin regimens? That’s …
What a time! We hosted our 2024 Open House Event in March of this year, Thursday and Friday the 21st and 22nd. Day Two was hit with a snowstorm (of course, after WEEKS of wonderful Spring weather), but we held out and still got to meet with many of you! It wasn’t our usual 8am-4:30pm …
The start of a new year always comes along with nostalgia and reflection of our past. We’re astounded by the growth we’ve achieved over the last several years and all the changes that have taken place since we first started—all the way back in 1996. Let’s take a look at how we became the Medical, …
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Juicy, plump, pouty, and hydrated. In the last decade, lip filler has become all the rage and one of the most popular cosmetic treatments. What really is lip filler? Why would I want it? We always remind our patients that everything you see on the internet and in magazines should be taken with a grain …
Our clinic has had the honor of being awarded Rockford’s #1 Dermatology Clinic through Rockford Register Star’s “Community Choice Awards” for the last NINE years in a row. In 2023, we also took home the top honors for Best Medical Spa, Best Facials, Best Cosmetic Center, Best Boss, Best Place to Work and Best Employer …
Healthy skin is in. We know it can be a struggle to achieve perfectly flawless, radiant skin—and realistically, “perfect” or “flawless” skin doesn’t exist. With social media, filters, editing programs, magazines and more, unrealistic expectations and standards are killing skin confidence everywhere. We’re here to break down those impossible standards and instead discuss approachable, progressive …
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy? Obstetricians tend to run through the basics of diet changes, consuming prenatal vitamins, and lifestyle changes that should be made during this time. What tends to be skimmed over, though, is what is safe or not safe for your skin. It’s important to remember that topicals don’t always just SIT …
Microneedling is all the rage nowadays—but it’s important for patients to understand that this is just a general term for a treatment technique. Just like “laser” or “injectable,” the term “microneedling” includes a very broad range of devices and strengths, so understanding their differences will help patients recognize why one may be more suitable than …
If you haven’t already heard us raving about this brand—let’s talk ALL about it, because we CANNOT get enough of it. What is it? SkinMedica is a medical-grade collection of skincare products, created by Allergan, the makers of Botox and Juvederm fillers. This collection was formulated by dermatologists in 1999 and has since been put …
Sunscreen isn’t just to protect against sunburn or a tan. “But I don’t even burn,” we commonly hear. We get it! But sunscreen protection is important for so much more than just that. Using sunscreen regularly can decrease the risk of developing skin cancers, pre-cancerous growths, melasma, sun burn, dark spots, and premature aging of …
