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Botulinum toxin type A has been used safely for this purpose for more than twenty years, explains Quenby Erickson, DO, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology, Laser, and MedSpa in Chicago. Daxxify is administered in the same way as Botox, with five points of injection along the forehead: “Doctors can basically use it almost interchangeably,” says Dr. Erickson.

“It’s really hard to say for sure exactly when I noticed my face changing,” Ozempic user Quenby Erickson, who lost 45 pounds in seven months on the drug, told The Post.

“It was gradual. You just think it’s weight loss, and then you start to look in your mirror like, ‘Wait a minute, my skin is saggy now and it wasn’t before. I’ve aged a lot in a few months.’”

Forget Botox and fillers, Sofwave is the hottest facial treatment to book in 2023, perfect for both men and women. Try the new non-invasive, FDA-cleared ultrasound technology at Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology to treat fine lines, wrinkles, and loose skin on the face and neck. The surface of the skin is unaffected, so there’s no downtime, and you’ll see results, including lifted eyebrows and sharper cheekbones, after just one session. Sofwave is great for all skin tones and triggers a powerful boost of new collagen production, so full results take a couple of months to manifest. Your smoother, plumper visage can last for one to two years. 737 N Michigan Avenue #905, ericksondermatology.com

As we look at our calendars for 2024, those who are planning for any summer-prep treatments should begin soon. Many of them require more than one treatment, and results may improve over time, rather than showing up overnight. Sofwave falls in that category, and it’s quickly become a favorite for everything from lifting saggy jowls to minimizing the appearance of cellulite. And today, the brand announced an exciting new indication: It is now FDA-cleared to tighten loose skin on the arms.

“When I tell patients who’ve been using and loving Sofwave that we can now treat their upper arms—a part of the body that so many women are self-conscious about—the joy on their faces says it all,” says dermatologist Dr. Quenby Erickson.

“I am so excited for Sofwave’s new FDA indication for loose upper arm skin! This amazing no-downtime technology never disappoints!,” Quenby Erickson, DO, founder of Erickson Dermatology and Lifestyle Medicine in Chicago, tells TDD. “It is not surprising that 93% of treated arms showed significant improvement in skin laxity rated by blinded reviewers. I have been using this technology for two years in my office, and patients are very happy!”

In a world where the laser landscape can be overwhelming, with a myriad of treatments promising various skin-care wonders, Moxi Laser emerges as a beacon of versatility. Designed for those seeking a noninvasive yet highly effective solution, Moxi Laser unveils the secrets to timeless beauty. Here, experts explain the treatment’s distinctive features, technology and experience that set Moxi apart in the realm of skin-care innovations.

Chicago dermatologist Quenby Erickson, MD explains the unique positioning of Moxi: “While most lasers are for correcting various skin conditions, Moxi is perfect for keeping your skin young and healthy. It also happens to be great for stubborn pigment and even safe and effective for melasma.”

“Think of this as a ‘facial’ for your body,” says dermatologist Quenby Erickson. “Improving blood flow to the skin on the body improves the transport of nutrients to the skin,” she says, adding that while exfoliating smooths the skin, it also helps it absorb ingredients in skin care. “Dry brushing is the act of gently brushing the skin to promote circulation, lymphatic flow, and gently exfoliate the skin,” says dermatologist Dr. Gretchen W. Frieling. “Increased blood flow is also apparent with gentle collagen stimulation and overall healthier appearing skin.”

As many as 50 million Americans experience acne each year. Despite how commonplace acne is, dermatologists still have a lot to learn about its pathogenesis, epidemiology, and treatment. Here, Quenby Erickson, DO, FAAD, FACMS, of Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology, Laser & MedSpa in Chicago, discusses some recent advances in acne prevention and treatment and what they mean for patients.

“Chest acne can present itself in several ways,” says Chicago dermatologist Dr. Quenby Erickson. “It can have the appearance of open or closed comedones—aka blackheads and whiteheads—pimples, pustules or cysts on the skin.”

She also explains that this condition can be hereditary. “If that is the case, this type of acne will present itself around the time of puberty as pores become clogged from either excessive oil production or inadequate natural exfoliation (release of the keratinocytes from the pores). Other causes are hormonal fluctuations or occasional contact with irritating dyes found in laundry detergent or lotions applied to the skin.”

Dr. Quenby Erickson, a Chicago-based board-certified dermatologist and spokesperson for the Skin Cancer Foundation, says tanning is one of the No. 1 causes of skin cancer in her patients, particularly among women.

“In the last year I diagnosed two people with melanoma and they were both under the age of 30. Both went tanning,” she said.

Since 2008, the Foundation has worked with volunteer dermatologists, such as Dr. Erickson, to provide free skin cancer screenings to over 23,000 people.

Located on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, Dr. Quenby Erickson has created a serene and luxurious clinic where local and international clientele rejuvenate at the hands of her masterful techniques and state-of-the-art services.

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