Aging gives us a mixed basket. It gives us more experience, wisdom, knowledge, and character, but it also gives us more wrinkles, hollows, and droops that we’d rather not accumulate. That’s because our bodies slow down their natural collagen production processes as we exit our roaring 20s. Collagen makes up about a third of our body’s protein content! It’s largely responsible for regenerating middle-layer skin cells that give elasticity, strength, and structure to the skin. It also strengthens and conditions our bones, ligaments, tendons and cartilage. So when age starts turning do ..read more

As the days get longer, we spend more and more time in the garden, taking lunch outside, hiking, or heading to the lake for some fun in the sun. And it’s that sun exposure that can be so tricky! It feels good, and our bodies generate vitamin D from it, but overexposure to those UV rays can cause painful sunburns and, worse yet, skin cancer. It is the most common type of cancer in the U.S., and last year, 97,610 people were diagnosed with melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer. Sadly, 7,990 people died from melanoma last year as well. And yet, with early detection and ..read more

Buds and blooms are popping out on trees across Northeastern Ohio. The precipitation is more wet than frozen most days, and people are opting for spring jackets instead of winter parkas. Pretty soon, people will be baring their arms and legs to bask in the warm spring sun—and that means it’s time to start shifting from your winter skincare regimen to your spring skincare routine. Our very own Pamela Hoffman, a board-certified Physician Assistant at our Solon location of Apex Dermatology, is here to discuss how skincare needs shift with the seasons and what you can do to keep your body’s l ..read more

Every day, millions of people struggle to feel comfortable and confident in their own bodies. They tug at their clothes to get them to look better. They’re embarrassed to run into old friends. And they’re tired of not being able to get rid of that last roll of belly fat no matter how many planks they do or how many carbs they shun. One recent study indicated that about 14 million people a year sought plastic surgery to address these frustrations But going under the knife costs a lot of money, and comes with risks of infection and poor results, not to mention significant recovery downtime ..read more

Have you ever dealt with the itchiness and discomfort of eczema? It’s tough, right? Now, imagine dealing with that as a kid during winter. The cold, dry air makes it worse, making the skin even drier and itchier. Trying to convince a little one not to scratch? Nearly impossible. Plus, our home heating systems aren’t doing us any favors, as they zap moisture from the air, making that already dry skin more likely to crack and bleed. It’s a real winter struggle for kids with eczema. To offer some help to parents, we interviewed Physician Assistant Megan Sevilla about this common skin condition ..read more

The needs of your body and your skin are in a constant state of change. Whether that’s a result of aging, evolving attitudes on beauty, or simply the change in season, it makes finding the right blend of care, products, and treatments that are both effective and safe a struggle we regularly experience. That’s why Apex Skin Aesthetics exists. We’re not just delivering the same old treatments. We are actively seeking out the next best solution; the one that works for all types of people with all types of skin, that is targeted to the areas you want but can be versatile to work on multiple area ..read more

The needs of your body and your skin are in a constant state of change. Whether that’s a result of aging, evolving attitudes on beauty, or simply the change in season, it makes finding the right blend of care, products, and treatments that are both effective and safe a struggle we regularly experience. That’s why Apex Skin Aesthetics exists. We’re not just delivering the same old treatments. We are actively seeking out the next best solution; the one that works for all types of people with all types of skin, that is targeted to the areas you want but can be versatile to work on multiple areas ..read more

We all know that sunscreen and protecting our skin is important. But oftentimes, the method of how to best use it and which kind works well for your skin type can be confusing. There are also the common questions that go along with it, like whether or not wearing sunscreen affects your ability to absorb Vitamin D.  Thankfully, Molly Sammon, PA-C at our Apex Skin in Parma is here to shed some light (though not the UV kind!) on this important, but confusing topic. Why is sunscreen important? Sunscreen is important because it protects our skin from ultraviolet light (UV). The skin is our l ..read more

Ever found yourself at a loss for what to purchase in a drug store aisle? Or spent a lot of money on products that don’t end up working? Most of us have been there!  The good news is that we can help! Because we’re a dermatology practice, we can offer medical and pharmaceutical grade products. But what is the difference, really? Is it all just a gimmick with products being more or less the same? Or do pharmaceutical grade skin products actually make a difference? Let’s learn more about what this means?  What are medical grade and pharmaceutical grade products? Medical and pharmaceu ..read more

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