Minocycline-induced hyperpigmentation: rapid resolution after 755nm alexandrite picosecond laser treatment.

Minocycline-induced pigmentation (MIP) is an infrequent complication of minocycline therapy, with four subtypes each with distinct clinical features and histologic staining patterns. MIP may resolve following discontinuation of minocycline therapy or it may persist indefinitely. A 64-year-old Caucasian male presented with a 6 month history of progressive blue-gray facial pigmentation distributed symmetrically over his face.

A customized approach for arm fat reduction using cryolipolysis.

Objectives: Cryolipolysis of the arms has been demonstrated to be an effective treatment for non-invasive reduction of subcutaneous fat. This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of the concurrent use of a new commercially-available small applicator in conjunction with an existing medium sized applicator for the customized treatment of arm fat.

Methods: Bilateral arms of 15 eligible subjects were simultaneously treated using one or two vacuum applicators with flat contours.

Real-World Efficacy of 1064-nm Nd:YAG Laser for the Treatment of Onychomycosis.

Background: Onychomycosis is a cosmetic and, at times, medical concern; therefore, effective and safe alternatives to treatment are needed.

Objective: To determine the efficacy of a 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for the treatment of onychomycosis in a real-world setting.

Methods: A single-centre retrospective chart review was conducted between 2012 and 2013.