Author: Doris Dickson
Remicade®: Understanding This Foundation of IV Biologic Therapy
When tackling tough chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, TNF inhibitors have been game-changers. Remicade® (infliximab) stands out as one of the early and highly impactful players in this class, delivered differently than many others – intravenously. For practitioners managing conditions like Crohn’s, rheumatoid arthritis, and more, understanding Remicade’s role as an IV biologic is key …
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Cimzia® Loading Dose: What Practitioners Need to Know
Cimzia® (certolizumab pegol), like other biologic therapies, often starts with a loading dose. This isn’t just an arbitrary higher dose; it’s a strategic approach to quickly get enough medication into the body to start working effectively. For patients with chronic inflammatory diseases, achieving therapeutic drug levels fast can mean sooner symptom relief and better control …
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Understanding Biologic TNF Inhibitors
Managing chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases can be complex, but a class of medications called biologics has revolutionized treatment for many patients. Within this category, TNF inhibitors are some of the most well-known and widely used therapies. They work by targeting a specific culprit in the inflammatory process. Understanding what TNF inhibitors are and how …
Optimizing the Aesthetic Consultation
The patient consultation is the pivotal moment in the aesthetic journey. It serves as the critical first impression, the point where rapport is established, and the foundational step where the path to achieving aesthetic goals is defined. More than just a discussion of desired treatments, the consultation is a professional, diagnostic, and educational process. Mastering …
The Filorga® Chemical Peel System
Chemical peels remain a fundamental and highly effective modality in the aesthetic practitioner’s toolkit for addressing a wide range of skin concerns, from texture irregularities and dullness to pigmentation issues and fine lines. A successful peel treatment hinges on selecting the appropriate formulation for the patient’s skin type and concern, executing proper technique, and supporting …
Choosing Synvisc or Synvisc-One for Knee OA
Managing knee osteoarthritis (OA) presents a significant clinical challenge, often impacting patient mobility, function, and overall quality of life. While conservative measures like physical therapy, weight management, and pharmacologic agents form the foundation of care, many patients require additional interventions to achieve adequate symptom control. Intra-articular viscosupplementation has emerged as a valuable component within the …
Buy Rejuran Healer: Harnessing Polynucleotides for Skin Rejuvenation
In the pursuit of enhancing intrinsic skin quality – improving texture, elasticity, hydration, and overall repair – practitioners are increasingly exploring advanced injectable treatments that go beyond traditional fillers. Rejuran Healer, a product based on polynucleotides (PN), has emerged as a notable option in many aesthetic markets, recognized for its regenerative and healing properties. For …
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Juvéderm® Ultra 3: Understanding its Role in Facial Correction
Effectively addressing moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds requires dermal fillers that provide sufficient structure and filling capacity while integrating smoothly into the tissue. Juvéderm® Ultra 3, a well-established product within the widely recognized Juvéderm® collection from Allergan Aesthetics, part of AbbVie, is designed to serve this purpose. Leveraging Hylacross® technology, it offers a …
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Monovisc®: Single Injection for Knee OA Pain
The management of knee osteoarthritis (OA) increasingly seeks solutions that are both effective and align with patient needs for convenience and reduced treatment burden. As conservative therapies prove insufficient for many patients, intra-articular viscosupplementation remains a key non-surgical option. The evolution within this field has seen a notable shift towards single-injection HA (hyaluronic acid) regimens, …
Euflexxa vs. Monovisc: 3-Dose vs. 1-Dose Knee OA
Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee is a prevalent condition impacting millions, causing pain and functional limitations. Viscosupplementation, the practice of injecting hyaluronic acid (HA) into the knee joint, is a widely used non-surgical option to manage symptoms by supplementing the joint’s natural lubricating fluid. Among the many available HA products, Euflexxa® (by Ferring Pharmaceuticals) and …