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Dermal Fillers Aftercare: Tips to Avoid Swelling and Migration Nov 6th, 2024

Smooth skin, plump features, and the perfect pout — this is life after fillers when you adhere to aftercare protocol. Results from fillers develop instantly and last anywhere from 6-12 months, and (at least upfront) they require your buy-in.  But don’t panic. Taking care of your skin and maintaining your...

5 Ways to Prevent a Psoriasis Flare-up Oct 17th, 2024

Psoriasis is a frustrating skin condition that comes and goes, staying in remission before suddenly flaring up. However, you may prevent psoriasis outbreaks by identifying and avoiding what triggers a flare. Our team at Allure Dermatology works closely with each person, recommending ways to prevent outbreaks and helping them keep...

What to Expect From Your First Botox® Treatment Sep 16th, 2024

People choose Botox® to turn back time and make deep facial wrinkles disappear. But did you know you can prevent wrinkles by starting Botox injections before forehead furrows and laugh lines settle in? Though Botox is safe, it’s natural to feel nervous about any treatment involving facial injections. Because learning...

5 Early Signs of Melanoma to Take Seriously Aug 15th, 2024

Signs of melanoma are often subtle and easy to miss. But early signs should always be taken seriously. Overlooking or ignoring the signs gives the cancer time to spread. Once that happens, melanoma can turn deadly. You can protect your health by checking your skin and scheduling full-body skin exams...

Hormones and Acne: Understanding the Link Jul 24th, 2024

Acne makes life embarrassing for at least 85% of teens, but it’s also a common problem for adults, especially women. Half of women in their 20’s, one-third in their 30’s, and one-fourth of those in their 40’s struggle with acne. You may be surprised to learn that hormones are the...

I Think I Have a Suspicious Mole. What Are My Next Steps? Jun 19th, 2024

Moles and growths resembling moles give rise to melanoma. Melanoma is the fourth most common type of cancer in women and men and a potentially life-threatening form of skin cancer.  The good news is that suspicious-looking moles are early signs alerting you to the risk and giving you time to...

Get the Most Out of Your Fillers May 9th, 2024

Dermal fillers do a remarkable job of erasing wrinkles, enhancing facial contours, and making you feel great about your appearance. The results last a long time — six months to two years or longer, depending on the filler — but dermal fillers slowly disappear. That’s why many patients at Allure...

Hair Loss Runs in My Family: What Should I Do? Apr 10th, 2024

Whether you strive to make every day a “good hair day” or pay little attention to styling, your hair affects your appearance, and a “bad hair day” can affect your mood and self-confidence. Considering hair’s impact, it’s natural to worry about your future if you have a family history of...

Helping Your Teen with Eczema Mar 11th, 2024

Of all the challenges teens face on the road to adulthood, their appearance is one of the most stressful. How they look defines their personality and differentiates between being accepted or excluded. Unfortunately, eczema magnifies that problem. Eczema causes a red, inflamed, severely itchy rash that appears in areas that...

5 Reasons to Consider Laser Hair Removal Before Summer Feb 8th, 2024

Chances are you’re ready to say goodbye to snow and arctic temperatures and look forward to time on the beach, lounging by the pool, and enjoying time with friends and family in the sun. Enjoying summer also means plenty of shaving and waxing to ensure you’re ready with beautiful, hair-free...

The Emotional Impact of Hair Loss Jan 2nd, 2024

Inherited hair loss affects more than 80 million Americans, and they’re not all men. Half of all men and women have noticeable balding or thinning by the time they celebrate their 50th birthday. Though some may shrug it off as a natural part of aging, most have a strong emotional...

Can Dietary Changes Help My Eczema Symptoms? Dec 11th, 2023

The foods you eat don’t cause eczema. They also can’t cure this incredibly itchy skin condition. But changing your diet can make a difference in your symptoms, whether or not you have a food allergy or sensitivity.  The biggest challenge is determining which of the many possible triggers (food and...

How to Prevent Acne Flare-ups After 40 Nov 2nd, 2023

Adult acne affects women significantly more often than men, with one in four women struggling with acne after reaching 40. Why is it happening to you, and can you prevent it? That’s what Theresa Durchhalter, DO, FAAD, at Allure Dermatology is here to explore. She explains the causes of adult...

Botox for Crow’s Feet: What to Expect Oct 2nd, 2023

You may not be familiar with the name “crow’s feet,” but there’s no doubt you recognize the wrinkles. Crow’s feet, better known as laugh lines, develop on the outer corners of your eyes and fan out toward your temples. Like most lines and wrinkles, crow’s feet develop slowly over the...

How to Manage a Severe Psoriasis Flare-up Sep 1st, 2023

While your psoriasis stays in remission, it’s easy to forget this is a lifelong disease that can suddenly reappear a Psoriasis Specialist — Hicksville, NY: Allure Dermatology: Dermatologistnytime. And when a flare-up occurs, no one is ever fully prepared for the physical and emotional impact. Itching and pain affect your...

Hormones and Hair Loss: Understanding the Link Aug 1st, 2023

Hair loss patterns differ in men compared with women, but by the time they turn 50, at least half of all men and women have significant hair loss caused by a hormone-related problem.  At Allure Dermatology, Theresa Durchhalter, DO, FAAD, improves your appearance with personalized treatments that restore hair growth, no matter which hormone is...

5 Early Warning Signs of Melanoma Jul 2nd, 2023

Most cancers don’t cause symptoms until they reach an advanced stage. Skin cancer is different. All skin cancers, including melanoma, announce their presence with early signs that you can see, allowing you to have the cancer removed long before it spreads. At Allure Dermatology, Theresa Durchhalter, DO, FAAD, specializes in...

Get Fuller Lips With Juvéderm® Jun 1st, 2023

Not everyone is blessed with full lips. And even if you’re born with lips you love, you’ll discover that they naturally get thinner as the years go by. Whether you want to plump and redefine your lips or eliminate the tiny wrinkles around your mouth (or both), you can look...

How Do I Prepare for Laser Hair Removal? May 3rd, 2023

Have you ever stopped to think about how much time you spend removing unwanted facial and body hair? You can reclaim all that time with laser hair removal because laser treatments permanently stop hair growth. If you’re thinking about laser hair removal, you’ll need to follow a few steps to...

Why Who Administers Your Botox® Matters Apr 3rd, 2023

Botox® injections dramatically reduce the appearance of your most visible, deep wrinkles: frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead furrows. But the results you get depend on the skill of the person administering the injections. Theresa Durchhalter, DO, FAAD, at Allure Dermatology combines extensive experience with her in-depth knowledge of facial...

5 Common Eczema Triggers Mar 2nd, 2023

 Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, affects 15% of children and 8% of adults. Though the rash comes and goes, flare-ups cause severe itching and a rash that’s often uncomfortable or downright painful. Avoiding the triggers that cause a flare-up is one of the best ways to keep the rash in...

Why Do Adults Get Acne? Feb 5th, 2023

Nearly everyone struggles with acne during their teen years. Then, they breathe a sigh of relief when they reach young adulthood and can finally bid farewell to breakouts. At least, that’s how it works for some people. Unfortunately, many adults still have acne into their 30s, 40s, and 50s. You may even...

The Emotional Side of Hair Loss Jan 2nd, 2023

Inherited hair loss affects more than 80 million Americans, and they’re not all men. Half of all men and women have noticeable balding or thinning by the time they celebrate their 50th birthday. Though some may shrug it off as a natural part of aging, most have a strong emotional...

What Most Don’t Know About Psoriasis Dec 1st, 2022

Psoriasis is a lifelong skin condition capable of causing severe discomfort. Unfortunately, its impact extends beyond skin plaques and rashes. The plaques are often mistaken for a contagious condition, and their unsightly appearance leads to embarrassment that affects self-esteem. Theresa Durchhalter, DO, FAAD, at Allure Dermatology, has helped many patients with psoriasis....

Signs Your Diet is to Blame for Your Skin Issues Nov 1st, 2022

Your skin is an incredibly complex organ that affects every aspect of your life. Many health conditions unrelated to your skin may cause skin symptoms. Lack of sleep, increased stress, nutritional deficiencies, and diet can all affect your skin. For all these reasons, you shouldn’t jump to conclusions or immediately...

I’m Concerned That My Chronic Acne is Going to Leave Scars Oct 1st, 2022

Acne already takes a toll on your self-esteem. Knowing scars might appear only adds to your stress. And unfortunately, the potential is all too real, as one in five people with acne develops scarring. Though there’s no way to predict who will end up with scarring, Theresa Durchhalter, DO, FAAD, at Allure Dermatology in Hicksville, New...

Yes, You Can Remove Hair There Sep 1st, 2022

Today’s advanced lasers safely remove hair nearly anywhere on your body, including super sensitive areas like your face and underarms. But let’s talk about the most challenging (and embarrassing) area: your bikini line. Your swimsuit can’t hide stray hairs that peek out from the edges. So, you wax, enduring the...

7 Telltale Symptoms of Psoriasis Aug 1st, 2022

Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin condition that can make you miserable with intense itching and sometimes pain. But it’s also much more than a bothersome rash. People who have psoriasis have it for their lifetime. While the condition is active, it affects your quality of life, from disrupting your sleep and...

How Hormones Contribute to Hair Loss Jul 6th, 2022

Thinning hair and hair loss are common problems but that doesn’t mean you should sit back and watch your appearance change. In some cases, hair thinning is caused by a reversible hormone imbalance. And even if the hormone changes aren’t reversible, we can still restore hair loss. Theresa Durchhalter, DO, FAAD, at Allure...

Replenish Facial Volume and Look Younger With Juvéderm Jun 1st, 2022

You may be familiar with the well-earned reputation of Juvéderm® for eliminating facial lines and wrinkles. But Juvéderm is a family of dermal fillers and their product line has expanded over the years. Now they offer the same high-quality products for restoring facial volume. If you’re ready to rejuvenate your appearance and turn...

At What Age Should You Start Getting Screened for Skin Cancer? May 5th, 2022

In May, we can finally put the cold weather behind us and look forward to spending sunny days at the beach. That’s why May is designated as Skin Cancer Awareness Month. This is the perfect time to talk about skin cancer screening. Many people think they can safely put it...

Why Do I Still Get Acne and How Can I Get Rid of It? Apr 7th, 2022

No one over the age of 30 expects to look in the mirror and see pimples, but adult-onset acne is real and all-too-common. Even if you were lucky enough to go through adolescence without an acne problem, you can still have your first breakout in adulthood. If you struggle to...

Start Laser Hair Removal Treatment Now and Be Velvety Smooth by Summer Mar 25th, 2022

Silky, smooth skin may be sexy — but spending hours shaving, waxing, and plucking is definitely a hassle. Laser hair removal is a safe, effective way to reduce or eliminate hair growth once and for all, so you can enjoy that sexy skin without all the hard work. In fact,...