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Volume 18 Issue 1, 2021
Emerging From The Pandemic
One of the most valuable In the spring of 2020, both our
characteristics of SkinCare Physicians COVID-19 and Infection Control task
is our collaborative and innovative forces worked together to design
group of providers and staff members. new office protocols to keep our staff
Each individual on the team has and patients protected, enabling us
The mission of SkinCare Physicians
played an essential role as we have to safely keep our doors open. We
is to deliver personalized
battled through the COVID-19 global make every effort to decrease waiting service along with ethical,
pandemic. From the initial decision times and where possible, decrease skilled, comprehensive care.
to close the office in March of 2020, exposure time for our patients and Our renowned physicians offer
to the cautious reopening in May and staff. We have also undertaken a broad range of diagnostic and
ultimately the new long-term plan for strict policies to sanitize our work therapeutic procedures, providing
safe operations, it has always been a areas and outfit our staff with PPE patients with unparalleled service.
team approach. that goes beyond the minimal This vision is the cornerstone of
recommendations. Many of our staff who we are and what we do.
are already vaccinated!
The status of the COVID-19 pandemic
Our influence on COVID-19 protocols changes on a daily basis. SkinCare
extends beyond SkinCare Physicians. Physicians is committed to constantly
Dr. Jeffrey Dover worked with monitoring it, following MA Guidelines,
infectious disease and plastic surgery and rapidly enhancing our safety
experts on a seminal publication protocols as new information becomes
about safely re-opening dermatology available. We look forward to welcoming
practices in the midst of the you and continuing our mission for
pandemic. exceptional, safe patient care.
A Little Pampering Can Go A Long Way
By now, many of us are familiar with the especially beneficial in video conference
term “COVID Fatigue”. The daily challenges calls. Thermage firms the cheeks/jawline/
we all face have had a measurable effect neck, and eliminates the sagging jowl look
on all of us. Fortunately, our patients have that can be so evident when looking at
found that cosmetic treatments can do a yourself on a screen. Our cutting edge
world of good for not only how they look, Fraxel Quick Recovery (FQR) improves
but also how they feel. Scientific research skin quality, texture and brightness,
confirms that it is possible to feel a bit diminishing dark spots and repairing the
better by doing something positive for our skin surface with minimal down time. Our
appearance. At SkinCare Physicians, we aestheticians at Skincare Aesthetics also
work with patients to find the optimal fit that creates a have a variety of treatments to improve skin quality with
natural, refreshed look without overdoing it. And it doesn’t virtually zero down time. Dermaplaning, medical facials,
take a lot to make meaningful improvements. Hydrafacials, and Clear + Brilliant laser treatments have
been our most sought-after aesthetic treatments during the
Our most popular treatments have been injectable
pandemic.
fillers - Restylane and Juvederm - as well as
neuromodulators - Botox and Dysport. These safe and Whether it is just a little tweak, or something a bit more
effective treatments can remove wrinkles and create a significant you have in mind, our dermatologists have
refreshed look in a few minutes. Thermage remains our options to create the perfect treatment plan for each
most effective skin tightening treatment, and has been individual.
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What’s Hot at SkinCare Physicians
98% Success With Thermage preventive benefits of Thermage skin tightening. 98%
of patients achieve success with Thermage, seeing an
Thermage was originally developed at SkinCare Physicians improvement in shape and tightening, as well as holding
20 years ago, and has stood the test of time as the leading back the aging process by producing better collagen and
skin tightening treatment not only at our office, but also elastic tissue to keep the skin firm and smooth for years.
across the nation. The newer Thermage FLX technology Thermage can also be used on the abdomen, thighs,
developed over the past few years and arms to add firmness and improve shape in selected
has significantly enhanced both patients. The key differences with Thermage at SkinCare
efficacy and patient experience. This Physicians, as compared to other practices, are the new
45-minute procedure produces a FLX technology and the decades of experience we have
firmer jawline and a tighter, more developing the nation’s leading Thermage algorithm
shapely neck with zero recovery to ensure success. We have robust COVID protocols in
time. Repeated approximately every place to ensure a safe experience, and will be delighted to
1-2 years, patients also enjoy the answer your questions about our skin tightening program.
A Solution For The 2020 Bulge Fillers: Natural Results In Expert Hands
Have you noticed pockets of fat, which just don’t seem to Fillers such as Restylane, Juvederm, Belotero and
budge no matter how much you work at it? Or perhaps, Teoxane continue to be
2020 took its toll on your regular exercise routine and you favorites because they provide
have a bulge that you would like to improve. Non-invasive instant results. Their diverse
CoolSculpting remains a popular and effective solution applications include lessening
to improve areas of unwanted fat for many patients. For a folds and wrinkles around the
decade, this procedure has been a mainstay at SkinCare mouth, restoring cheek fullness,
Physicians. From the time that we improving undereye circles and
participated in the initial research gently plumping the lips. Their
trials, CoolSculpting has been a uses continue to expand, and recent advances allow us to
reliable treatment for unwanted fat create natural contours with superb safety and efficacy.
of the abdomen, love handles, upper Choosing the best product for a certain location on
back, upper arm, thighs and under the face is essential in order to obtain beautiful, natural
the chin. Wondering if you are a looking, and long-lasting results. New fillers are constantly
candidate for CoolSculpting? Schedule a consultation. available and the highly experienced dermatologists at
SkinCare Physicians are skilled in determining which filler
is the best option for a patient. Ask us if fillers may be
Next Generation Of helpful for your aesthetic concerns.
Cellulite Treatments truSculpt Flex For Muscle Sculpting
SkinCare Physicians is the epicenter
for cellulite treatment and
And Toning
innovation. Following our ground- Looking to achieve that
breaking development of Cellfina long-sought after 6-pack,
as the only FDA cleared treatment or firm up your abdomen
for the long-term improvement of cellulite, we are hard and thighs? Muscle Photos courtesy of S. Ronan, M.D.
at work developing the next generation of technology. sculpting is the latest addition to our body contouring
We have added injectable fillers utilizing the incredibly arsenal. truSculpt Flex is a non-invasive device which
safe Sculptra filler to improve challenging cellulite causes muscle contraction, leading to improved definition,
dimples and create smooth contours. We often use tone and strength. During a short one-hour session, up to
Sculptra by itself, but in some cases with Cellfina. QWO 8 applicators can be applied to different muscle groups.
is the newest FDA-approved cellulite treatment (also The initial 3-week phase includes twice weekly treatments
researched at SkinCare Physicians), utilizing injections with subsequent maintenance sessions from as often as
of collagenase to gently break up the collagen monthly to as infrequently as every 6 months depending
fibrous septae that cause cellulite. Soliton is another on a patient’s goals. truSculpt Flex is an excellent way to
company we are working with to develop non-invasive achieve well-defined muscles. It can also be an important
technology to reduce cellulite, and initial results are tool for strength-building at any age… especially given how
highly encouraging. These treatments are effective difficult it can be to get to the gym for regular strength
and long lasting, and are expanding our capabilities to training. And, when paired with fat-reducing procedures
safely and reliably improve the appearance of cellulite. such as CoolSculpting, truSculpt Flex may be your answer
to achieving that elusive body shape and muscle tone.
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The Bulletin Board
Anxious About Breaking Out See Your Dermatologist From So Many Top Doctors, A
Under Your Mask? The Comfort Of Your Home Dependable Standard
You are not alone! Frequent mask SkinCare Physicians is now offering In a challenging year for our
wearing and repeated friction on the secure telemedicine visits to evaluate community, having 9 of our physicians
skin may obstruct your sebaceous and treat your skin concerns, including recognized again by their peers in
glands, causing acne AKA “maskne”. acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, rashes, Boston Magazine’s 2021 Top Doctors
To keep maskne at bay, (1) wash your and even some concerning lesions. list is a reassuring constant. Now more
fabric mask after each use, (2) clean Our dermatologists can also do some than ever, this
your face using a benzoyl peroxide wash cosmetic consults recognition
once you’re home, (3) apply a gentle via telemedicine. is a tribute
oil-free moisturizer These virtual to SkinCare
to repair the skin visits are just Physicians’
barrier, (4) avoid like an office continued
new harsh skin appointment commitment
treatments as with your trusted to bringing
masks may further dermatology the most
irritate your skin, provider, but comprehensive,
and (5) avoid use a mobile safest and
makeup under phone, tablet or laptop from the highest quality
your mask as it may further occlude comfort and safety of your home. Online medical,
your sebaceous glands. If you can’t appointments are easy to set up, usually surgical and
keep maskne under control, it may be covered by insurance, and available aesthetic
time to visit your dermatologist. Other within a few days. Telemedicine is also dermatologic care to our patients.
conditions may also lead to a rash an excellent option in the setting of
While everything has changed around
underneath your mask including irritant inclement weather. See you online soon.
us, our dedicated doctors and staff
dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, remain true to our practice’s core value:
or perioral dermatitis. The good news is being industry leaders in caring for our
that these skin conditions respond well SkinCare Research Continues patients and each other.
to treatments and we can help. Amidst The Pandemic
Our team at SkinCare Research has
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This year we introduced our new
After a tumultuous 2020, if you are trials on many ground-breaking new
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starting to feel like your skin needs a treatments, all while safely maintaining
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and reasonable prices, including
with minimal down time, consider in the nation. Research and innovation
age-defying eye, face and body
having a Clear + Brilliant laser treatment are at the
creams. Custom-designed by our
with one of our Advanced Dermatology heart of
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skin tone, knowledge You can shop for SkinCare Prescription
as well and skill products in the comfort of your home.
as lessen set of physicians around the world. Head over to our online store (store.
the appearance of pores. If your main Continuing with that mission has been skincarephysicians.net), and discover
concern is discoloration from freckles central to SkinCare Physicians, and the full range of our favorite products
or age spots, Clear + Brilliant can help we are working hard to maintain the to address all your skin care needs.
with this as well. In addition to treating highest scientific integrity in the face
aging skin, this laser can also be used of this challenging pandemic. Cellulite,
as part of an anti-aging preventative fillers for facial shaping and wrinkle
strategy, particularly when paired with reduction, innovative neurotoxins
other treatments for wrinkles and skin similar to Dysport and Botox, skin
looseness. Next time you are visiting rejuvenation, non-surgical fat removal:
with your SkinCare Physicians provider, these are some of the fascinating
consider asking whether an anti-aging areas that our SkinCare Research
program is appropriate for you, or team continues to work on. If you are
schedule a consult with one of our interested in becoming a subject in one
cosmetic dermatologists for a more in- of our research trials, please give us a
depth anti-aging strategy. call at 617-848-1638.
www.skincarephysicians.net SkinCare Physicians | Volume 18, Issue 1, 2021
1244 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Dr. Kenneth Dr. Jeffrey Dr. Michael Dr. Robin Dr. Thomas
Arndt Dover Kaminer Travers Rohrer
Dr. Jeffrey Dr. Karen Dr. Brooke Dr. Laurel Dr. Tania
Sobell Kim Sikora Morton Phillips
Dr. Katrinka Dr. Kay Dr. Prasanthi Dr. Mitalee Kelly
Heher Kane Kandula Christman Buchanan,
PA-C
Kathleen Colleen
Brodt, Gaffney,
FNP-BC FNP-BC
Our Mission
We strive to bring our experience and commitment to academic and clinical
excellence to our practice through the latest in medical, surgical, cosmetic,
and laser services. At SkinCare Physicians, we offer a broad range of
treatments to our patients who have dermatologic, aesthetic, skin cancer,
cutaneous, surgical or other medical or appearance-related concerns.
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nationally and internationally recognized for their leadership, and nowhere is Fax: (617) 731-1601
this more evident than in their impressive array of academic appointments at www.skincarephysicians.net
major universities. Our affiliations include Yale University, Harvard University,
Boston University, Tufts University, and Brown University.
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Aestheticians • Blepharoplasty • Botox/Dysport/Xeomin/Jeuveau • Cellfina • CoolSculpting • truSculpt Flex• Clear + Brilliant • Dermaplaning • Fillers •
Fraxel laser • Glycolic acid chemical peels • Hair transplantation • Hydrafacial • Kybella • Laser hair removal • Laser removal of red & brown spots • Laser
resurfacing • MiraDry • Mohs surgery • Pediatric, adult, and geriatric dermatology • Microneedling • Pellevé • Photorejuvenation • PRP • Restylane/Juvéderm/
Radiesse/Sculptra/Belotero/Voluma/Volbella/Teoxane • Sclerotherapy • Skin cancer surgery • Tattoo removal • Thermage • Legend Skin Tightening
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