MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'dermal'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:25:32 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4560270&cid=t_282470_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fidentifying-skin-cancer-with-light%2F2011.03.08 Duke University scientists have been successfully testing a new laser system they developed to identify cancerous skin moles. Two lasers in the system are used to identify the presence of eumelanin in biopsy slices and a future version of the device may work directly without having to sample the mole. According to an article in Science Translational Medicine, “the ratio of eumelanin to pheomelanin captured all investigated melanomas but excluded three-quarters of dysplastic nevi and all benign dermal nevi.” From the press release: The tool probes skin cells using two lasers to pump small amounts of energy, less than that of a laser pointer, into a suspicious mole. Scientists analyze the way the energy redistributes in the skin cells to pinpoint the microscopic locations of diff... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4560270 Tue, 08 Mar 2011 20:00:42 +0100 4560270 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3780354&cid=t_282470_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Ftwilight-inspired-plastic-surgery-a-vampire-facelift%2F2010.07.22 I first saw mention of the “vampire facelift” two weeks ago as a news article listed in the July 9th issue of the Plastic Surgery SmartBrief: “Vampire facelift” uses patient’s platelets and fibrin in dermal filler.” The article begins: Instead of a traditional facelift, patients are being offered another option to get rid of wrinkles. It’s called Selphyl or the “vampire facelift,” and it uses a person’s own blood to sculpt the face. Selphyl, according to the company’s website: The patented SELPHYL® System enables the safe and rapid preparation of an activated Platelet-rich Fibrin Matrix (PRFM).  A small volume of the patient’s blood is collected and the platelets and fibrin are concentrated during a simple centrifuge process... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3780354 Thu, 22 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3780354 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3767103&cid=t_282470_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2Fx9IUOI1lQqs%2Fvampire-facelift.html I first saw mention of the “vampire facelift” almost two weeks ago as a news article listed in the July 9th issue of the Plastic Surgery SmartBrief:  "Vampire face-lift" uses patient's platelets and fibrin in dermal filler. The article begins: Instead of a traditional facelift, patients are being offered another option to get rid of wrinkles. It's called Selphyl or the "vampire face-lift," and it uses a person's own blood to sculpt the face. Selphyl according to the companies website The patented SELPHYL® System enables the safe and rapid preparation of an activated Platelet-rich Fibrin Matrix (PRFM).  A small volume of the patient’s blood is collected and the platelets and fibrin are concentrated during a simple centrifuge process.  The resul... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3767103 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:15:00 +0100 3767103 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3577511&cid=t_282470_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdr-radz-on-the-aacd-meeting%2F Two weeks ago, I attended the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry’s annual meeting in Dallas. Traffic is up, people are happy, and the positive atmosphere I noticed in January and February has continued. It’s especially good to see because there are more dentists at the AACD meeting who focus on elective procedures in their practices. The  temperature showed that things in even cosmetic dentistry are looking up. When you see patients coming back for elective services, it indicates consumer confidence and a positive trend. The one piece of technology that I saw (and had already purchased) was Discus’s new diode laser, the NV,  that’s extremely small and cordless. The booth was crowded, but I took my friends over to show them because I  am so pleased with my NV laser. It’s gr... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3577511 Wed, 19 May 2010 13:41:56 +0100 3577511 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3563963&cid=t_282470_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fnanopatches-the-future-of-vaccine-delivery%2F2010.05.13 Professor Mark Kendall of the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology and his team have been investigating a novel way to deliver vaccines. Their method makes use of nanopatches, which are fingernail-sized dermal patches with microscopic projections on their surface that hand vaccine off directly to the antigen-presenting cells just below the surface of the skin. The scientists’ recent work in mice has shown that an immune response equivalent to that achievable by needle and syringe can be reached using 100 times less vaccine. Not only does the nanopatch appear to be a more effective delivery method, it’s also cheaper to produce and doesn’t require refrigeration, adjuvants or multiple doses. (more…) *This blog post was originally published... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3563963 Thu, 13 May 2010 18:00:01 +0100 3563963 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3479768&cid=t_282470_115_f&fid=34670&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsumerdoc.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fdorsal-dermal-sinus-with-epidural.html Extramedullary T1 hypointense and T2 hyperintense lesion at the level of D5-D6 vertebral level measuring 1.8 x 1.1cm with linear tract in the posterior spinal region. There is resultant cord compression and anterolateral displacement of the spinal cord at this level with altered intramedullary cord signal intensity. These findings possibly indicate dorsal dermal sinus and associated epidural abscess. Reported by Teleradiology ProvidersFrom Sumer's Radiology Site http://www.sumerdoc.blogspot.com -The Top Radiology Magazine. Teleradiology Providers at www.teleradproviders.com Mail us at teleradproviders@gmail.com (Source: Sumer's Radiology Site) Sumer's Radiology Site blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3479768 Sat, 17 Apr 2010 07:55:00 +0100 3479768 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3827174&cid=t_282470_117_f&fid=38815&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FGetPrimed%2F%7E3%2Fr9Go4R6x6t4%2F   For some boomers thrust into employment interviews as a consequence of job losses, it can feel like a tough sell when competing with younger, fresh looking candidates. Experience, skills and intellect aside, appearances do matter and unfortunately wrinkles and hollow eyes make many a candidate look harried rather than refreshed and eager to do the job at hand. For a boost of confidence, some women are opting for facial rejuvenation procedures before hitting the interview circuit. Injectable dermal fillers are designed to replace the lost facial volume that occurs as one ages and can be used for a number of issues such as crow’s feet, laugh lines, brow furrows and marionette lines. Although dermal fillers are temporary, lasting anywhere from a few months to a year, there is little reco... Get Primed! blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3827174 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:06:50 +0100 3827174 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2842632&cid=t_282470_115_f&fid=34670&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsumerdoc.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F09%2Fdorsal-dermal-sinus-with-intramedullary.html Dorsal dermal sinus, a congenital abnormality associated with spinal dysraphism, can serve as a path for spread of infection inside the spinal thecal sac with its sequelae. Intramedullary abscess formation is an uncommon complication and very few have been reported in the English literature. Case by Dr Sangeeta Aneja, MD Associate Professor & Head of Dept. LLRM Medical College.From Sumer's Radiology Site http://www.sumerdoc.blogspot.com -The Top Radiology Magazine. Teleradiology Providers at www.teleradproviders.com Mail us at teleradproviders@gmail.com (Source: Sumer's Radiology Site) Sumer's Radiology Site blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2842632 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:31:00 +0100 2842632 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2726891&cid=t_282470_72_f&fid=38877&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.laseroffers.com%2F2009%2F07%2Fdysport-is-new-botox%2F Injectable treatments for wrinkles go hand in hand with laser treatments and we continue our coverage of this field as it is of interest to all aesthetic physicians offering laser treatments. Dysport is an acetylcholine release inhibitor and a neuromuscular blocking agent, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in late April 2009. Dysport [...]Post from: Aesthetic Laser OffersDysport is a New Botox (Source: Aesthetic Lasers) Aesthetic Lasers blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2726891 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:17:16 +0100 2726891 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2594507&cid=t_282470_115_f&fid=34670&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsumerdoc.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F07%2Fcervical-dermal-sinus-mri.html Congenital dermal sinuses are epithelium-lined tracts that extend from an opening in the skin through deeper tissues. Most dorsal congenital dermal sinuses are located in the lumbosacral area; a cervical location is unusual. This is a 13 year old girl patient.Reported by Teleradiology ProvidersFrom Sumer's Radiology Site http://www.sumerdoc.blogspot.com -The Top Radiology Magazine. Teleradiology Providers at www.teleradproviders.com Mail us at teleradproviders@gmail.com (Source: Sumer's Radiology Site) Sumer's Radiology Site blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2594507 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 08:16:00 +0100 2594507 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2311871&cid=t_282470_106_f&fid=34805&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FAwfulPlasticSurgery%2F%7E3%2FS27OzE4KAqg%2F Mickey Rourke has softened up... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit MyWebsite.com for full links, other content, and more! ]] (Source: Awful Plastic Surgery) Awful Plastic Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2311871 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 11:57:00 +0100 2311871 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1837061&cid=t_282470_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fcosmetic-dentists-expand-services-to-make-patients-happy%2F Every general dentist offers some form of cosmetic dentistry, whether composite fillings and white crowns or various forms of veneers, orthodontics, and whitening. Some cosmetic dentists stretch their esthetic services beyond the confines of dentistry. These guys and gals offer laser skin therapy, Botox, and dermal filler injections to patients who want more than a smile makeover. Dermal Fillers To plump lips, reduce wrinkles, and create a more youthful facial appearance, dermal fillers are just what the doctor – er, dentist – ordered. Juvederm has been a leader in dermal fillers, but this year Radiesse entered the scene. Radiesse consists of calcium-based microspheres in a watery gel. The product entices new collegen to grow around the injection site, which can produce more lasting ... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1837061 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 13:49:16 +0100 1837061