Fall 2009 Newsletter

The Dermatology Center Newsletter




Win $1000 Worth of Beauty Treatments!

Refresh! Renew! Rejuvenate! Our DerMediSpa is expanding and we need your help! The expanded space will have a whole new look, including a larger, more upscale waiting and reception area, eight additional treatment rooms plus a private office for cosmetic consultations.

We are turning to you, our loyal patients, to help us RE-NAME THE DERMEDISPA. The contest is open to everyone 18 and older and ideas must be submitted no later than April 30, 2009. The name may include, but does not have to include, the current name DerMediSpa. In case of identical names being submitted, the first submission is considered the winner. The winner will receive $1000 in cosmetic beauty treatments. Please email your suggested spa name to hilary.bradley@dermskin.com. One name per entry and you may enter as many times as you wish. You may also mail your idea to our Bethesda office addressed to Naming Contest. No purchase necessary.


Laser Provides Relief for Psoriasis Patients

Do you have red, inflamed skin that is itchy or painful? You may have psoriasis. Our practice is pleased to announce the availability of laser treatments for psoriasis in both our Bethesda and Germantown offices.

Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes itchy or sore patches of thick, red skin with silvery scales. The patches usually develop on the elbows, knees, scalp, back, face, palms or feet, but can show up on other parts of the body. Psoriasis is the result of an overactive immune system. In a process called cell turnover, skin cells that grow deep in the skin rise to the surface. Normally this process takes about a month; however, in people with psoriasis, it happens in just days because the cells rise too fast.


Drs. Ehrlich, Lee and Yu have extensive experience in treating psoriasis and we have acquired the latest XTRAC Excimer Laser which is highly effective and suited for those tough to treat areas such as elbows, knees and hands, and also areas stubborn to other therapies.

XTRAC laser treatment, which is covered by most medical insurance, can be used alone or in combination with medication and other treatments. Normally, the patient benefits from 2-3 treatments weekly for a period of 4-6 weeks.

Laser therapy can be used in combination with systemic therapy (prescription oral or injected drugs) as well as prescription topical creams.

Please call our office at 301-530-8300 to schedule an appointment and learn if you would benefit from this treatment.


What Beautiful Eyelashes You Have!

Allergan, the makers of ophthalmic products for over 50 years (also Botox® and Juvederm®) has released the first & only FDA-approved treatment to grow eyelashes LONGER, THICKER, and DARKER! This phenomenal new product is called Latisse™ and is available by prescription for the treatment of hypotrichosis which is inadequate or not enough eyelashes.

It is extremely simple to use and is applied once a day in a manner similar to eyeliner. The onset of effect with Latisse solution is gradual. The majority of Latisse users saw a significant improvement by 2 months.


To see if Latisse® is right for you, call Denise at 301-968-1212
Click here to read the press release from the FDA.


UNWANTED HAIR?

Spring is fast approaching and many of you may be considering Laser Hair Removal. If you are new to the process, there are several things you should be aware of prior to your treatment.

  • Avoid the sun 4-6 weeks before and after treatment or until your
    practitioner allows it.
  • Avoid electrolysis, plucking or waxing hair for 6 weeks prior to treatment.
  • If you have dark skin type, a bleaching cream may be started 4-6 weeks before treatment to optimize results.

We offer the gold standard in laser hair removal treatment with GentleLase® or GentleYAG®. By offering both procedures we can treat patients with both light and dark skin types. There is no charge for the consultation prior to the procedure to determine the appropriate treatment.

If you want that clean, virtually hair-free look on your legs, underarms, bikini or other location, NOW is the time to make a complimentary cosmetic consultation appointment and schedule your treatments. Men are also excellent candidates for hair removal on the back, chest or neck. Click here for a Father’s Day gift certificate.

In our fully staffed medical office you would receive physician supervised treatment by licensed clinicians utilizing the latest laser technology and up-to-date training. Treatments are affordably priced and financing is available.

Call Denise at 301-968-1212 to schedule your complimentary cosmetic consultation appointment.


Is your Teen ready for Prom or Graduation?

Many teens have mild to severe acne and we can help clear up their skin in preparation for Prom, graduation or any other big event. Our full service office provides medical dermatology, dermasurgery, cosmetic dermatology, lasers, plastic surgery, and estheticians and medical spa treatments all under one roof. Under the guidance of our medical director Dr. Roberta F. Palestine, our staff works together to develop a coordinated treatment plan that is customized for you. A consultation with our medical staff can help you determine the right course of action. Call 301-530-8300 to make an appointment or click here to email us.


SPECIAL OFFERS:
• 10% OFF Plastic Surgeon's Fees.

• Free Botox® with select facial plastic surgery procedures.

• 20% OFF Botox® or Filler when you bring a Botox® Buddy : Bring a friend and you both save 20%. Save 15% on individual treatments.This offer applies to new Botox/filler patients only.

• Massage Discount Days : Book your massage during any of these limited time slots and receive 20% off.

Mondays : April 6, 13, 27
Wednesdays :April 15, 29
Friday :April 17
Friday :May 1
1:00-5:00 PM
5:00-7:00 PM
1:00-5:00 PM

1:00-5:00 PM

Call 301-968-1200 to schedule an appointment before they disappear!

• 20% off Eye Creams : Teamine, IS Clinical Eye Complex, Neocutis LUMIERE Bio-restorative Eye Cream and Skin Medica TNS Illuminating Eye Cream.

Cannot be combined with any other offer. Offers valid through April 30, 2009.

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  • Bethesda, Md
  • Chevy Chase, Md
  • Damascus, Md
  • Gaithersburg, Md
  • Germantown, Md
  • Kensington, Md
  • Potomac, Md
  • N. Bethesda, Md
  • N. Potomac, Md
  • Rockville, Md

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Providing Dermatology Care to Patients from Northern Virginia - Fairfax County and Arlington County

  • Alexandria, Va
  • Annandale, Va
  • Arlington, Va
  • Falls Church, Va
  • Great Falls, Va
  • McLean, Va
  • Merrifield, Va
  • Mount Vernon, Va
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Dermatology

The Dermatology Center in Bethesda, MD, Germantown, MD and Washington, DC

Bethesda Maryland Office:

6410 Rockledge Drive
Suite 201

Bethesda, MD 20817

Phone: (301) 530-8300
Fax: (301) 530-4638

39.023418-77.132542

Rockledge Med Spa:

6410 Rockledge Drive
Suite 205

Bethesda, MD 20817

Phone: (301) 968-1200

39.023418-77.132542

Germantown Maryland Office:

19735 Germantown Road
Suite 210

Germantown, MD 20874

Phone: (301) 444-0153
Fax: (301) 444-0158

39.180926-77.263713

Washington, DC - Sibley Office

5215 Loughboro Road NW
Suite 140

Washington, DC 20016

Phone: (202) 244-4550
Fax: (202) 244-3198

38.93578-77.10728

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