by Sutton Dermatology + Aesthetics | Jun 18, 2015 | Uncategorized
Every time I take a walk down the skin product aisle, I’m overwhelmed. It was worse in my younger years, when I depended on my friends’ endorsements and attractive labeling to select the perfect product for my sensitive skin. The unfortunate thing is that I really...
by Sutton Dermatology + Aesthetics | Jun 10, 2015 | Uncategorized
This is a blog post co-written by Liz Sutton, Dr. Margaret Sutton’s daughter. This blog discusses new initiatives from the U.S. Surgeon General and National Council on Skin Care Prevention at college campuses. This national initiative awards colleges and...
by Sutton Dermatology + Aesthetics | Jun 3, 2015 | Uncategorized
Hello All! Hopefully everyone has had an opportunity to enjoy the spring weather, despite all the rain we have had over the last few weeks. My inspiration for this blog stems from: The beautiful sunshine, when we have been able to enjoy it, and A fun-spirited...
by Sutton Dermatology + Aesthetics | May 27, 2015 | Uncategorized
May is Melanoma Month By now you should have gathered that May is melanoma awareness month. But here at Sutton Ryan Dermatology every day is dedicated to melanoma awareness. We spend much of our clinic day dedicated to checking patients for skin cancer. We see...
by Sutton Dermatology + Aesthetics | May 20, 2015 | Uncategorized
I glance over at my 5-year-old happily wrapped up in a Lego fantasy world and feel the familiar burn of tears behind my eyes. My dad will never see this. Blake will never meet the man so pivotal in shaping who I am and how I parent. Melanoma stole that from us. My dad...
by Sutton Dermatology + Aesthetics | May 13, 2015 | Uncategorized
Here is a good guide to why and how to apply sunscreen for optimal results. When you’re not wearing sunscreen to protect your skin, UVB & UVA rays can cause the following damage: – SUNBURN – BROWN SPOTS – FASTER SKIN AGING – INCREASED RISK...
by Sutton Dermatology + Aesthetics | May 6, 2015 | Uncategorized
– Margaret Kontras Sutton, M.D. I pray that none of you will ever receive that phone call. That phone call where your doctor is at the other end of the phone and says “You have cancer.” Unfortunately, as a physician I have had to make some phone calls...
by Sutton Dermatology + Aesthetics | Apr 29, 2015 | Uncategorized
A few years back my naiveté led me to take the first available hair appointment at a local salon. What started out as a pleasant exchange with my “fabulous” hair stylist ended in wisps of hair flying off the round brush (not the way I prefer to get a...
by Sutton Dermatology + Aesthetics | Apr 15, 2015 | Uncategorized
There are many creams, lotions and serums available to improve your skin, help with acne and or help reverse the signs of aging; but there is also a device that can help as well. I would like to discuss the Clarisonic. The Clarisonic is a handheld cleansing...
by Sutton Dermatology + Aesthetics | Apr 8, 2015 | Uncategorized
If you are a patient at Sutton Ryan Dermatology, you are likely familiar with the dangers associated with indoor tanning and UV exposure. You may have quit those unhealthy habits, but now you’re still not sure what to worry about in regard to that new freckle or that...
by Sutton Dermatology + Aesthetics | Mar 18, 2015 | Uncategorized
What are those tiny rough bumps that can occur on the outer upper arms, the tops of the thighs, the buttocks, and even the cheeks? They are annoying, that’s what they are. But seriously, they are actually a very common skin condition called keratosis pilaris (or...
by Sutton Dermatology + Aesthetics | Mar 12, 2015 | Uncategorized
OH MY GOSH!! As much as I love the beautiful snow and cooler temperatures, I’m ready for spring! We all anxiously wait to see the green, healthy grass that comes with spring. It may come as a surprise to know that our skin awaits a different kind of G.R.A.S.S. G: ...
