Dr. Eric Bernstein discusses what a patient can expect to get from microdermabrasion: Following a microdermabrasion session the skin will typically feel immediately smoother. The removal of the stratum corneum makes...

Dr. Eric Bernstein answers the question, "What is a Stretch Mark?": To understand stretch marks, we need to explain what skin is made of and how it works. Normal skin is 80% collagen and 4% elastin fiber...

Dr. Eric Bernstein discusses the validity of using fillers for acne scars: The main problem with acne scars is that they lie bound down and depressed, lower than the surrounding skin. In order to raise up the scarred area, dermal fillers may be used to b...

Dr. Eric Bernstein defines chemical peels: "Chemical peel" is a general classification for a number of chemical treatments used to exfoliate and rejuvenate the skin. Typically during a chemical peel...

Dr. Eric Bernstein discusses CO2 lasers and Erbium lasers for skin resurfacing: The term 'laser skin resurfacing' generally refers to the total resurfacing of the facial skin to treat deeper wrinkles with either CO2 Laser or an Erbium Laser. This...