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Plan Ahead To Look Your Best For Weddings, Reunions & The Beach

By Cheryl Wells If you are planning a little spruce up for a Spring or Summer event like a wedding or high school reunion, NOW is the time to start planning! While many of the most modern procedures don’t have any “down time” where you’re hiding behind big sunglasses, they do take some time to...  read more


Welcoming Spring

by Ashley Miguel, PA-C The signs of Spring are appearing all around us! Days are growing longer, winter frost has disappeared, flowers are blooming everywhere, and we are seeing the sun more and more. These signs signal it’s time to shed the old and embrace the new! Why not start with your skin care routine?...  read more


Mohs Surgery an Innovative Approach to Skin Cancer

In recent years, we have been encouraged to learn more about protecting ourselves from skin cancer. The various forms of this condition pose a serious threat to health and wellness. However, innovative treatment options have emerged, one of them touted for its high success rate at removing basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas. We are...  read more


Introduction to Dermatoscopy

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by Ashley Miguel, PA-C After spending the past six months all bundled up, it makes sense to start a new season by having a full body skin exam. Many of us have a number of questionable skin growths that may have changed unnoticed over the winter months. At PD&CC Renton clinic, Dr. Erica Linnell and...  read more


Liposuction 101

Liposuction can help you slim down, eliminate extra fat, and look your best. Find out more about this popular procedure so that you can decide whether or not it is right for you. What happens during liposuction? Liposuction is used to eliminate stubborn fat on many different areas of the body. During the procedure, a...  read more


From Cheryl the Laser Queen

You’ve probably heard that today’s laser treatments can help get rid of sun damage and rosacea. But did you know the most modern lasers, like the ones we have in our office, can also boost collagen growth to reduce fine lines and wrinkles? Or blast fat cells to permanently kill them, and help get rid...  read more


Winter Skin Care Tips to Keep You Glowing

The cold, dry winter air can wreak havoc on your skin, taking moisture away and leaving your skin chapped, red, itchy and dry. Consider these tips to ensure your skin stays soft, supple and healthy during the winter months. Kick Up the Moisturizer Your skin needs more moisture in the wintertime to compensate for harsh...  read more


Erase the Chemical Peel Confusion

Chemical peel is a term that can sound intimidating, if you’re used to conventional facial treatments. Some potential customers are often overwhelmed when introduced to these procedures, thinking that peels require harsh chemicals. However, there is nothing to worry about with the right knowledge about chemical peeling. Thanks to technological advancement, this facial rejuvenation approach...  read more


Leave the Spiders to the Movies, Not Your Legs

As we age, we all have them — those small red, purple, and blue blood vessels that show through the skin on our legs, chest, and face. Their name comes from their twisting, turning paths — spider veins. And, while spiders make good fodder for comic books and movies, even Peter Parker will want to...  read more


Excessive Sweating – Treatment and Management

Heavy sweating is also known as hyperhidrosis and is indeed an embarrassing and real problem for many. However, the good news is that there are effective ways of treating this rare condition that may cause excessive sweating on the face, genital area, armpits, feet, hands or on the entire body. What is the actual cause...  read more


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