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How to Choose the Right Sunscreen

Posted by christine on November 28, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Although we are advised to wear sunscreen on a daily basis to protect our skin from wrinkles and sun damage, choosing the right product can be confusing because there are so many factors to consider. Concepts like of SPF, UVA and UVB protection are not intuitive. Most people only have a vague understanding of what [...]

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Dr. Umar Featured On Telemundo For Eyebrow Restoration

Posted by christine on November 21, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Dr. Umar’s eyebrow transplant procedure was featured on Telemundo (national Spanish television network) in addition to KNBC4. For many women, eyebrows play a significant role in enhancing facial aesthetics. So it is understandable how eyebrow hair loss can be an issue of concern. As women age, physiological and hormonal changes cause hairs in the brow [...]

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Dr. Umar Talks About Eyebrow Transplantation on KNBC4

Posted by christine on November 13, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Eyebrow hair thinning is prevalent among women as they age. This is a result of changes in hormone levels as well as other aspects of their physiology. Although eyebrow transplant procedures has been an available option, scarring is a big risk. Because of this, the patient on this segment decided to get her brows tattooed [...]

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Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Before and After Surgery

Posted by christine on November 10, 2011 · 2 Comments

This patient had Acne Keloidalis Nuchae for six years. In the initial stages, the condition manifests as papules and pustules, which resembles acne on the back of the head. However in later stages, these lesions develop into tumor-like masses. This particular patient tried prescription medication for six months. However it did not help. He complained [...]

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Creating Balance and Harmony With Your Self Concept

Posted by christine on October 31, 2011 · Leave a Comment

The way we look on the outside does affect our self concept. In turn, our self concept affects the way we project ourselves to the world. It seems like there are two polar extremes in the way we can choose to perceive outer appearances and inner beauty. Outer appearances can be a high priority, almost [...]

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Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Cure Before And After

Posted by christine on October 29, 2011 · Leave a Comment

This patient had been suffering from Acne Keloidalis for six years prior to having the lesions surgically removed by Dr. Umar. He had tried taking oral prescription medication for six months, but did not find any relief from this condition. In the initial stages, Acne Keloidalis Nuchae looks like acne on the back of the [...]

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Causes of Hair Loss

Posted by christine on October 29, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Dr. Umar discusses the causes of hair loss with American Health Journal. In the United States, baldness affects 35 million men and 21 million women. Pattern baldness occurs commonly in men. However it also affects women as well, but to a lesser extent. A genetic predisposition is the main underlying cause. Genes create protein receptors [...]

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Smoothing Out Wrinkles With Restylane

Posted by christine on October 24, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Restylane is one of the most sought after dermal fillers in today’s market. Dermal fillers is injected and intended for individuals to improve moisture and volume of the skin. Restylane is an injectable filler made from hyaloronic acid, which is found in our skin. It serves to enhance the lower portion of the face where lines [...]

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Choosing Radiesse Over Facelift and Rhinoplasty

Posted by christine on October 24, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Facelift has been the favored approach to the sagging jowls for a long time. It is however thought of with multiple risks some of which can be severe. Facelift also involves a very long and involved downtime. The results of many facelifts are unnatural and many people in the public know the tell tale signs of [...]

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General Clinical Information on Acne Keloidalis Nuchae

Posted by christine on October 22, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Acne Keloidalis Nuchae results from inflammation of hair follicles, creating bumps on the back of the head. It is therefore a form of chronic folliculitis. This inflammation results in pustules and papules on the posterior part of the neck and occipital scalp. The lesions that form on the hair follicles are often painful. Despite its [...]

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