August News

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Congratulations to Dr Jo-Ann See who is the guest editor of the current edition for the Australian Society of Cosmetic Dermatologists journal.  The journal is widely read by dermatologists, as well as cosmetic physicians and nurses and the emphasis of this edition is on acne.  Many of the country’s leading dermatologists have collaborated on this edition which brings current medical and scientific insights into the world of acne. Not only are new treatments discussed but new thoughts on diet as well as stress are highlighted.

 

 

 

 

 

Congratulations as well for her collaboration on an international paper “Isotretinoin Laboratory Monitoring in Acne Treatment” that has recently been published in JAMA (Journal of the American medical Association) Dermatology. This was organised on the basis of her work with 20 other international dermatologists in the study was organised from Massachusetts General Hospital.

Eczema

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As the weather cools down, we often see an increase in the number of patients presenting with eczema. And it’s all because of the long hot showers!

 

Patients with eczema generally have dry, sensitive skin. Common trigger factors are changes in the weather and season; irritants such as soap, detergents, water as well as perfumed products. Often patients also have allergies which also encompass predispositions to asthma and hayfever.

 

The basis of all successful eczema treatment is the avoidance of long showers, avoiding soap (using gentle soap free wash is ok) and being liberal with the use of moisturisers. Repair of the skin barrier is essential to good eczema control. Mainstays of treatment include the use of suitable anti-inflammatory topical steroids and steroid sparing creams. For more severe cases, oral medications which suppress the immune system may be suitable as well as phototherapy treatment. The latest treatments include injection treatments know as biologics.

 

Eczema treatments should be tailored to each patient’s condition and our Dermatologists are able to provide you with a suitable treatment plan.

                

The Very Peri Summit with Mamamia and Dr Jo-Ann See

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Dr Jo-Ann See talks to Mamamia about the changes in your skin when you experience perimenopause.

Essential listening for all women 40’s+

She covers the common issues and shares some skincare tips.

Emepelle cosmeceuticals for  mature skin

 

 

Dermatology news

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Interesting news in Dermatology.  In this issue of the Limbic, The Rise in Non Melanoma Skin Cancers, The TGA gets tough on social influencers promoting therapeutic skincare products.

The Limbic

Hormonal Adult Acne

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Dr Jo-Ann See headlined Mamamia’s podcast on adult acne.

Listen here to find out more.

 

All About Acne

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As many of you would be aware Dr Jo-Ann See is the dermatologist to go to when you have a question about Acne, her expertise has been in high demand over the last few months. Here is a brief overview of what she has been up to .

  1. All About Acne ( a group of medically-trained skin experts from across Australia who have an interest in acne management), Dr See is a Co-Chair, launch Instagram and Twitter accounts
  2. Presented webinar to over 300 GP’s “Acne Treatment in the Age of Antibiotic Resistance”.
  3. Sole Australian participant in Global Acne advisory board on improving the patient experience with acne management.
  4. Invited to participate in Harvard Medical School – Isotretinoin Delphi Consensus study which is a think tank of global leaders in Acne to improve management of acne patients with oral isotretinoin.
  5. Invited editor for Acne edition of the Australian Society of Cosmetic Dermatology due for publication in 2022.
  6. Invited by Australasian College of Dermatology to chair and organise the Acne programme for 54th Scientific meeting of the College of Dermatology.

 

 

 

Skincare and wearing masks

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Some tips from Dermatologists on a simple skin care routine while using face masks.

    • Use a gentle cleanser or micellar water in the morning and the evening.
    • Use a light or oil free moisturiser.
    • Avoid products with fragrance and use those with simple formulations.
    • Sun protection is vital, use your sunscreen as your moisturiser to minimise the number of products you are using.
    • Minimise the number of products you use as multiple product use may irritate the skin.

Use hand sanitiser before you put your mask on.

Make sure the mask snuggly, but is not too tight.

Don’t forget to wash your cloth mask daily and sun dry or iron it.

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World Skin Health Day 2020

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Central Sydney Dermatology is proud to acknowledge World Skin Day 2020!

This has been a challenging year for everyone and we would like to thank our patients who have been extremely patient in this current crisis.

We have offered telehealth services over the last few months to the elderly, those in remote areas, those in isolation/quarantine and even those overseas.

Our doors are open and we look forward to welcoming our patients back in person in a COVID safe practice.