Manhattan Dermatology-Board Certified Dermatologist-Dermatology in New York City, ManhattanWelcome to the Manhattan Dermatology Group headed by Board Certified Dermatologist Dr. Gary Rothfeld in New York, NY, the most advanced skin care center in the world. We offer the perfect blend of aesthetics and science for all your skin care needs. (212)-644 -9494(Untitled)- August 31, 2008 Atopic Dermatitis (AD) is a chronic skin disorder that that causes dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. The rash of AD comes and goes in cycles. The worsening of AD (flares) can be brought on by a variety of triggers.AD is very common, affecting 10-15 percent of people. It is not contagious. However, the severe itching and irritation during flare-ups can be extremely bothersome and even painful. The rash can also be unsightly.Fortunately, most cases respond well to treatment.The term eczema is...http://www.manhattandermatologygroup.org/2008/07/atopic-dermatitis-import-urlhttpwww.html (Untitled)- August 27, 2008 Phototherapy is the controlled use of ultraviolet light from natural or artificial sources to treat skin diseases. Different wavelengths of light produce different effects on the skin. For the treatment of psoriasis, both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) are used. UVB can be used alone or in combination with other treatments. UVA must be used with other medications to sensitize the skin, usually psoralen. The combined use of a psoralen and UVA is called PUVA (psoralen UVA)....http://www.manhattandermatologygroup.org/2008/08/phototherapy-is-controlled-use-of.html (Untitled)- August 27, 2008 What is psoriasis Psoriasis is a long-lasting skin disorder that causes red, scaly patches on the limbs, trunk, scalp, and other parts of the body. It is not contagious. The rash of psoriasis goes through cycles of improving and worsening. At times it can be disfiguring, uncomfortable, and even painful. The scaling and unpleasant appearance of psoriasis lesions (especially if left untreated) can cause embarrassment and be a significant source of anxiety or depression. Psoriasis can also...http://www.manhattandermatologygroup.org/2008/08/what-is-psoriasis-psoriasis-is-long.html (Untitled)- August 27, 2008 ACNE SCAR TREATMENTS Thermage The same treatment that clears acne also improves acne scarring. The Thermage procedure targets water in the skin heating the skin and stimulating the production of new collagen. In clinical studies comparing the new non-ablative treatments for improving scars Thermage is showing the most significant clinical improvement. FraxelThe latest in resurfacing is the concept of fractional resurfacing with the Fraxel laser. This novel fractional approach to laser skin.http://www.manhattandermatologygroup.org/2008/08/acne-scar-treatments-thermage-same.html (Untitled)- August 1, 2008 Striae - Stretch Marks .http://www.manhattandermatologygroup.org/2008/07/striae-stretch-marks-import-urlhttpwww.ht... (Untitled)- August 1, 2008 Thermage .http://www.manhattandermatologygroup.org/2008/07/thermage-import-urlhttpwww.html (Untitled)- August 1, 2008 Laser Resurfacing: Full Face .http://www.manhattandermatologygroup.org/2008/07/laser-resurfacing-full-face-import.html |