If you’ve noticed a firm, rounded growth on your earlobe that keeps getting bigger and won’t go away on its own, you may have an earlobe keloid. Keloids, a type of raised scars, can be frustrating and even painful. The good news is that effective treatment is available. At SkinCare Physicians in Chestnut Hill Mass, our dermatologists use a comprehensive approach to remove earlobe keloids while minimizing the risk of recurrence. Before exploring your treatment options and our approach, let Dr. Labadie help you understand what causes earlobe keloids and why they develop. What is an earlobe keloid? A keloid … Continue reading »
If you have ever looked in the mirror and noticed dimpling or uneven texture on your thighs or buttocks, you’re not alone. That’s most likely cellulite, a common, completely normal skin condition that affects over 90% of women, regardless of weight or fitness level. While cellulite is harmless, many of us wish we could smooth out these dimples and feel more confident in our skin. That’s where Avéli, a minimally invasive, in-office treatment developed at SkinCare Physicians, comes in. The device enables our dermatologists to directly and precisely target the root cause of cellulite for long-lasting results. Before I dive … Continue reading »
If you’ve reached your goal weight but still struggle with stubborn areas of fat that won’t go away – no matter how hard you work out or how healthy you eat – liposuction might be the solution to help fine-tune your results. This body contouring procedure is not about weight loss; it’s about reshaping and sculpting areas that are resistant to diet and exercise. At SkinCare Physicians, Dr. Labadie and her team perform liposuction near Boston using tumescent anesthesia, a safe and effective technique that eliminates the need for general anesthesia. You are awake during the procedure, but completely comfortable … Continue reading »
