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May
PhotoAging – Sway Away From Those Harmful Sun Rays.
Photoaging (dermatoheliosis) can be a consequence of repeated exposure to the sun. We know sun is an important aspect of our lives it affects our mood and well-being while also assisting in the production of Vitamin D. However, as with everything else in life, moderation is essential. Although the sun plays an important role in life, it also releases UV radiation, which causes free radicals to form (unstable molecules). These degrade proteins in the skin, resulting in long-term consequences lurking within the skin, even if you don’t experience a burn. The sun prematurely ages the skin. Called photoaging, this can lead to skin cancer.
The sun and its ultraviolet rays are estimated to account for close to 90% of our skin aging, wrinkles, laxity, loose skin and pigment changes.
What does ‘Photoaging’ cause?
u003cpu003eu003c!u002du002d wp:paragraph u002du002du003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eThe early appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and pigmentation – in other words, the symptoms of ageing – can be seen as a result of photoaging on the skin.u003cbr /u003eu003cbr /u003ePhotoaging’s presence varies from person to person, but it can include:u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003c!u002du002d /wp:paragraph u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list u002du002du003eu003c/pu003enu003cul class=u0022wp-block-listu0022u003eu003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003eFreckles and Pigmentationu003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003eBlemishesu003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003eSagging of the Skinu003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003eSun Spotsu003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003eSkin Discolorationu003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003eWrinkles u003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003ePermanent Frown lines on the forehead/ Deep lines on the foreheadu003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003eScaling and Rednessu003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003eRough Patchesu003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003eBlood vessels Dilatedu003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003eu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu003c!u002du002d /wp:list u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:paragraph u002du002du003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eThe face, neck, and decolletage are common places that are exposed to the sun on a daily basis. Sun damage can also lead to cancer, such as actinic keratosis or melanoma, in more severe cases.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003c!u002du002d /wp:paragraph u002du002du003eu003c/pu003e
Who is at risk from ‘Photoaging’?
u003cpu003eAnyone who has been exposed tou003cstrongu003eu003cemu003e UV raysu003c/emu003eu003c/strongu003e on a daily basis is at risk of experiencing photoaging symptoms. This will happen more quickly if you have fair skin and burn easily. Though we often u003cstrongu003eu003cemu003eassociate ageing with mature skinu003c/emu003eu003c/strongu003e, people as young as their u003cstrongu003eu003cemu003e20s can notice signs of photoaging.u003c/emu003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003e
What can you do to prevent Photoaging?
u003cpu003eIt is important to cultivate sun protection habits as early as possible to help prevent both cancer and premature ageing. If it’s summer or not, your skin should be covered from the sun’s rays every day. UVA radiation is nonstop, and as it penetrates the dermis, it kills collagen and elastin on a daily basis.u003cbr /u003eu003cbr /u003eLook for a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. u003cemu003e(For example, try u003cstrongu003e‘SkinCeuticals’ Physical Fusion UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50 not only provides broad-spectrum sun protection from both burning and aging sun rays, but it also offers a universal tint that enhances your skin tone and boosts radiance.u003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003e)u003cbr /u003eu003cbr /u003eWater-resistant formulas are encouraged. Reapply every two hours or sooner if swimming or exercising.u003c/pu003e
How does Derma help?
u003cpu003eAnti-wrinkle injections, laser chemical peels, and microdermabrasion are currently some of the available treatments for photo-aging. You’re more likely to grow new moles and skin cancer if you’re seeing signs of photo-aging as a result of UV exposure. It’s important to keep an eye on your skin for any changes, and to contact your Dermatologist if you have any concerns or see anything odd.u003c/pu003e
Can we Fix Your Cells’ DNA Repair Mechanisms?
u003cpu003eu003c!u002du002d wp:paragraph u002du002du003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eThere are currently four known ways to do it including:u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003c!u002du002d /wp:paragraph u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list u002du002du003eu003c/pu003enu003cul class=u0022wp-block-listu0022u003eu003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003eCarbon Dioxide (CO2) Laseru003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003eErbium Yag Laseru003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list-item u002du002du003enu003cliu003eDermabrasion (not microdermabrasion)u003c/liu003enu003c!u002du002d /wp:list-item u002du002du003eu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu003c!u002du002d /wp:list u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:paragraph u002du002du003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eMicro-needling (does not fix pigmentation and doesn’t destroy Actinic Keratosis)u003cbr /u003eClick here to read more: https://dermaskininstitute.com/photodamage-photoaging/u003cbr /u003eu003cbr /u003eTo schedule a consultation visit dermaskininstitute.com, email to u003ca href=u0022mailto:consult@dermaskininstitute.comu0022u003econsult@dermaskininstitute.comu003c/au003e or call (519) 836-8558.u003cbr /u003edeRMA Skin Institute, Guelph • Instagram: u003ca href=u0022https://dermaskininstitute.com//www.instagram.com/dermaskin_institute/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003e@dermaskin_instituteu003c/au003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003c!u002du002d /wp:paragraph u002du002du003eu003c/pu003e
Dusan Sajic, MD, PhD
Richard Backstein, MD
Sonja Sajic, CCPA
Toni Alberto, CCPA
With more than 20 years of experience, deRMA Skin Institute strive to offer patients the most advanced treatments available to keep their skin healthy and looking its best. Board Certified Dermatologist, Dusan Sajic, MD, PhD, board-certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Richard Backstein, MD, FRCSC, Sonja Sajic, CCPA, and Toni Alberto CCPA are committed to providing state-of-the-art medical, surgical and cosmetic treatments to all patients in Guelph, Cambridge, Kitchener, Hamilton, Milton, and surrounding areas.
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