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Sunscreen During Winter in Monroe: Is it Needed?
Most of us know the importance of protecting our skin during the summer. But did you know it’s actually more important to protect your skin during the winter? And yes, even here in Monroe, Louisiana. Believe it or not, not only does the weather change depending on the...
Monroe Dermatologist Explains: How to Get Rid of Acne Scars
It’s one thing to have to deal with acne. With the proper care and consistency, acne will usually go away, eventually, even though sometimes it requires a great deal of patience. Acne scars are another matter entirely. For one thing, they can develop even when you’re...
Monroe Residents Ask: How Can I Get Rid of Stretch Marks?
Stretch marks are those long, narrow bands of discoloration that can cause unsightly grooves in the skin. They’re basically a type of scarring from when the skin is required to stretch quickly, such as frequently seen during pregnancy or with rapid weight gain. As the...
Monroe Dermatologist Explains Why A Cannula Is Better Than A Needle
For many years, doctors and aestheticians have used needles as the primary means for delivering hand and facial filler injections. Many dermal filler packages even include the tiny half-inch needles recommended for injecting their product. The option to use a cannula...
Monroe Women: Expecting a Baby? Be Aware of These Common Skin Conditions
For Monroe women expecting a baby, it’s a happy, special, miraculous time of life. It’s also a time of hormonal, emotional, and body changes. What some may not realize is that expecting a baby can also cause dramatic changes to your skin. Most of the skin conditions...
5 Tips for Monroe Residents Coping with Psoriasis
Psoriasis is an often-misunderstood condition. Pinning down the exact cause has been elusive, and the current belief is that it’s actually caused by multiple factors. One likely culprit involves the immune system. If you have active psoriasis, you also have an...
A Full List of Dermatology Treatments
At Hopkins Dermatology, we pride ourselves in offering a wide range of treatments to address any and all of your skin care needs. We understand that skin conditions are as unique and complex as the patients who have them. We use our skills and expertise to help our...
5 Skin Tips for Men
When many people think of skin care routines, they assume that these practices are reserved for women. However, that is simply not the case. Men are and should be spending time taking care of their skin so that it will continue to look good for many years to come. So...
5 Things You Can Do to Change How You Age
Whether we like it or not, the truth of life is that all of us are going to age. For most, just mentioning the idea of age is enough to cause negative feelings. However, we are here to reassure you that there is nothing to fear. In fact, here are 5 things you can...
Dermatology vs. Plastic Surgery
Addressing a cosmetic concern in today’s market can be very confusing. Information overload can often make you unsure of where to turn. After all, there are countless professionals offering to assist you with your cosmetic needs. Many of our patients are unsure of...