is coolsculpting safe

Is CoolSculpting® Safe? (Hint: Yes, it is!)

CoolSculpting® has been regulated by the FDA since 2010, but one of the most common questions we still receive today is, “Is CoolSculpting® safe?”  The answer is, yes, it is a very safe procedure. We’ve laid out not only the safety precautions for the CoolSculpting® machine, but the extra safety and care our staff at Vujevich Dermatology Associates provides to ensure a smooth, safe procedure for every patient.

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sun protection

Sun Protection 101: Everything You Need to Know

During the spring and summer, there is nothing better than a relaxing afternoon spent outside enjoying the sunshine and warmer weather. As most of us know though, sun exposure can be harmful to our body. In fact, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer within their lifetime. It’s important to take sun protection best practices seriously, which is more than using sunscreen and includes skin cancer screenings.Continue reading

sun smart pittsburgh

Sun Smart Pittsburgh: How This Organization is Promoting Sun Safety in the Community

Sun exposure is the major risk factor for developing skin cancer. Use of sunscreen as sun protection has been shown to cut the risk of skin cancer in half. That’s exactly why Sun Smart Pittsburgh was founded – to better protect the Pittsburgh community by promoting sun safety and skin cancer prevention through complimentary public sunscreen dispensers.

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botox for depression

Botox for Depression: Can This Cosmetic Procedure Help Depression Symptoms?

More than 300 million people globally struggle with depression and its persistent feelings of sadness. Depression affects everyday life for some. The most common treatment options currently available for depression are medication and psychotherapy. Compelling research also exists pointing to another option, using Botox for depression as a treatment option.

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microneedling benefits

5 Microneedling Benefits: Get Your Skin Summer Ready

It’s almost summer time, which means you may be looking for new ways to improve the look of your skin as we head into a new season. We’ll dive into common microneedling benefits that may fit what you’re looking for. If you’re considering a cosmetic procedure with a quick recovery time, microneedling has just that. Vujevich Dermatology offers many different cosmetic procedures to help you look and feel your best.

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facial fillers

Facial Fillers: Different Types for Different Purposes

Facial fillers, also commonly called dermal fillers, are not a new procedure to the cosmetic dermatology world. In fact, facial fillers have grown to become the second most common cosmetic procedure in the United States. However, what many people may not know is that different types of fillers can serve very different purposes. The choice of filler is based on the area to be treated, patient characteristics, and the desired effect.  For example, the same filler that we use to lift and add volume in the cheeks would not look natural in someone’s lips.  Here we want a softer, more delicate filler.

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