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    Monday, September 28, 2009

    CPG FOUNDATION LAUNCHES WEBSITE

    CPG FOUNDATION LAUNCHES WEBSITE

    http://www.prescarlosgarcia.org

    "Preserve CPG's Heritage:
Save the Museum" Dance for a Cause Bears Fruits

    A website for the Carlos P. Garcia Foundation, Inc. will have its soft launching on September 24, 2009 at the El Jardin del Presidente at Timog, Quezon City featuring the Carlos P. Garcia as the President and Bohol's Illustrious Son, among others. Formal launching will be on October 1, 2009 at Tagbilaran City, Bohol.

    The website will similarly showcase the "Preserve CPG's Heritage: Save the Museum" project which was started last December 6, 2006 during the cocktails for a cause sponsored by the Bohol Association of Metro Manila, Inc. (BAMMI). During its pledging session at the Manila Yacht Club, BAMMI and its officers and members, through a board resolution, decided to rescue and restore the President Carlos P. Garcia ancestral home.

    The Bammi group who spearheaded the project then was composed of: by Mrs. Purita Soliven - Chairperson, Director Bernie Calibo – President and Chairman, Ardy Batoy - Co-Chair for Special Projects Executive Committee, Joseph Rañola - Head BAMMI Core Group; Mrs. Tita Lapez - former Chairperson and President; and Jun Jayoma - Chairman, Preserve CPG's Heritage: Save the Museum Committee.

    http://www.prescarlosgarcia.org

    Monday, August 24, 2009

    TRUK PACIFICA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

    TRUK PACIFICA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION is an independent multi-discipline trading, management and development firm, duly registered in accordance with Philippine law.

    With principal address based in Kawit, Cavite, Philippines and a sub-office in Hong Kong, the Company has been posting remarkable growth in terms of staff and project undertaking. It has within its ranks highly qualified, experience and dedicated professionals from the engineering and its allied fields, whose individual and collective expertise cover a wide range of specialization. The technical capability is further enhanced by tie-ups with other locals and international specialist firms, and a rosters of specialist consultants who are readily available on call.


    http://www.tpdc.biz/

    Wednesday, August 5, 2009

    Cloud Computing

    Cloud within our reach

    http://www.xdevsoft.com

    Here's what you get when you move into the cloud:

    1. Lower computer costs.
    2. Improved performance.
    3. Reduced software costs.
    4. Instant software updates.
    5. Improved document format compatibility.
    6. Unlimited storage capacity.
    7. Increased data reliability.
    8. Universal document access.
    9. Latest version availability.
    10. Easier group collaboration.
    11. Device independence.

    XdevSoft can help you realise your long awaited dream, we can train you on how to use it, we can help you set it up in no time, you don't have to hire I.T. personnels and technicians, you don't have to acquire or buy expensive hardwares and bandwidth. XDevSoft can support you all throughout.


    What is cloud computing?

    Cloud computing is a style of computing in which dynamically scalable and often virtualized resources are provided as a service over the Internet. Users need not have knowledge of, expertise in, or control over the technology infrastructure in the "cloud" that supports them.

    The concept generally incorporates combinations of the following:

    * infrastructure as a service (IaaS)
    * platform as a service (PaaS)
    * software as a service (SaaS)

    Cloud computing services often provide common business applications online that are accessed from a web browser, while the software and data are stored on the servers.

    The term cloud is used as a metaphor for the Internet, based on how the Internet is depicted in computer network diagrams and is an abstraction for the complex infrastructure it conceals.[6]

    Life before cloud computing

    Traditional business applications—like those from SAP, Microsoft, and Oracle—have always been too complicated and expensive. They need a data center with office space, power, cooling, bandwidth, networks, servers, and storage. A complicated software stack. And a team of experts to install, configure, and run them. They need development, testing, staging, production, and failover environments.

    When you multiply these headaches across dozens or hundreds of apps, it’s easy to see why the biggest companies with the best IT departments aren’t getting the apps they need. Small businesses don’t stand a chance. Cloud-computing: a better way

    Cloud computing is a better way to run your business. Instead of running your apps yourself, they run on a shared data center. When you use any app that runs in the cloud, you just log in, customize it, and start using it. That’s the power of cloud computing.

    Businesses are running all kinds of apps in the cloud these days, like CRM, HR, accounting, and custom-built apps. Cloud-based apps can be up and running in a few days, which is unheard of with traditional business software. They cost less, because you don’t need to need to pay for all the people, products, and facilities to run them. And, it turns out they’re more scalable, more secure, and more reliable than most apps. Plus, upgrades are taken care of for you, so your apps get security and performance enhancements and new features—automatically.

    The way you pay for cloud-based apps is also different. Forget about buying servers and software. When your apps run in the cloud, you don’t buy anything. It’s all rolled up into a predictable monthly subscription, so you only pay for what you actually use.

    Finally, cloud apps don’t eat up your valuable IT resources, so your CFO will love it. This lets you focus on deploying more apps, new projects, and innovation.

    The bottom line: Cloud computing is a simple idea, but it can have a huge impact on your business.
    Now what?

    XdevSoft can help you realise your long awaited dream, we can train you on how to use it, we can help you set it up in no time, you don't have to hire I.T. personnels and technicians, you don't have to acquire or buy expensive hardwares and bandwidth. XDevSoft can support you all throughout.


    Contact Information

    You can call or email us at
    (6346) 697-1206, (6346) 697-1207
    Mobile No. (63) 916-405-9671
    info at xdevsoft dot com

    http://www.xdevsoft.com/cloudcomputing/

    Wednesday, June 17, 2009

    eApps application development - eapps.xdevsoft.com

    eapps is about development of custom web / desktop application.

    Web development is a broad term for any activity related to developing a web site for the World Wide Web or an intranet. This can include e-commerce business development, web design, web content development, client-side/server-side scripting, and web server configuration. However, among web professionals, "web development" usually refers only to the non-design aspects of building web sites, e.g. writing markup and coding. Web development can range from developing the simplest static single page of plain text to the most complex web-based internet applications, electronic businesses, or social network services.

    For larger businesses and organizations, web development teams can consist of hundreds of people (web developers). Smaller organizations may only require a single permanent or contracting webmaster, or secondary assignment to related job positions such as a graphic designer and/or Information systems technician. Web development may be a collaborative effort between departments rather than the domain of a designated department.

    Application software is any tool that functions and is operated by means of a computer, with the purpose of supporting or improving the software user's work. In other words, it is the subclass of computer software that employs the capabilities of a computer directly and thoroughly to a task that the user wishes to perform. This should be contrasted with system software (infrastructure) or middleware (computer services/ processes integrators), which is involved in integrating a computer's various capabilities, but typically does not directly apply them in the performance of tasks that benefit the user. In this context the term application refers to both the application software and its implementation.

    A simple, if imperfect analogy in the world of hardware would be the relationship of an electric light bulb (an application) to an electric power generation plant (a system). The power plant merely generates electricity, not itself of any real use until harnessed to an application like the electric light that performs a service that benefits the user.

    Typical examples of 'software applications' are word processors, spreadsheets, media players and database applications.

    Multiple applications bundled together as a package are sometimes referred to as an application suite. Microsoft Office, OpenOffice.org, and iWork, which bundle together a word processor, a spreadsheet, and several other discrete applications, are typical examples. The separate applications in a suite usually have a user interface that has some commonality making it easier for the user to learn and use each application. And often they may have some capability to interact with each other in ways beneficial to the user. For example, a spreadsheet may be embedded in a word processor document even though it has been created in a separate spreadsheet application.

    http://eapps.xdevsoft.com

    Errors one can make in developing your website - webdesign.xdevsoft.com

    Errors one can make in developing your website

    Mistake #1:

    Creating a Website in Full Flash -- Did you know in a recent study, top internet marketers discovered that having a website created with Flash, actually decreased the response from prospects and customers by as much as 370 percent?

    Here's why: Your prospects and customers are most likely visiting your website using all types of different computers, connection speeds and internet configuration settings...

    What may look great to one visitor may not even appear for another! You could very easily have shelled out hundreds or even thousands of dollars to have a website created using the Flash technology, only to find out that some of your visitors will never see it! (Not to mention the loading times can cause your visitor to close your site, never to return again.)

    Mistake #2:

    The "Internet Catalog" Approach -- You see this everywhere. Good, honest and hardworking businessmen and women get online to sell their products or services, and have a site created for them that contains a link to just about everything they offer on one page. Their thinking goes along the lines of, "...well, I don't want to leave anyone out. If they come to my site, I want to make sure I have what they're looking for..." -- This way of thinking could not be further from the truth.

    Here's why: There's an ancient rule that goes back to the very beginning of direct-marketing on the internet, taught by the richest, most legendary and well-respected internet marketers of all time...

    "When you give your prospects too many choices, they become confused and aren't sure what to do next. Confused people never buy anything."


    Mistake #3:

    Having a "Graphics-Based" Website -- Sure, graphics can certainly help us to visualize a particular situation or circumstance, product or service... But did you know that having a graphically-driven website can actually distract your visitor away from your sales message?

    After all, your sales message (or "web copy") is The #-1 most important factor in a website that makes monëy. If your visitors are paying more attention to your "professional graphics" than your sales message... you've just lost another sale

    Here's why: You've got approximately seven seconds from the time your visitor arrives at your site, to the time they decide whether to buy your product, get more information or leave . If you've got a graphically-intensive website, your website will most likely still be loading past your seven-second time limit.

    That's a "customer-killer" in and of itself - however, the real reason lies within the fact that the bigger, brighter and more beautiful your graphics are, the more they will distract your visitor from your sales message. And if your visitor is distracted even for one second, it could mean the difference between getting a sale, and losing a customer.


    http://webdesign.xdevsoft.com

    What we need to get the webpage designed - webdesign.xdevsoft.com

    What we need to get the webpage designed
    Email Xdev solutions (through our contact page) the following:

    1. A brief description of yourselves and your group/business.
    2. The name (domain name) you want for your website.
    3. Graphics of your group/business – images, pictures, logo, designs or if none yet instructions for their design plus colors to use.
    4. Marketing thrust – slogans, plus the reasons why the viewer of your webpage would want to.
    5. To be part of your organization or use your product.
    6. Content – wordings to be used in the webpage.
    7. Structure – number of subpages in the webpage.

    After you e-mail the things you want in your webpage

    The Xdev solutions Web page design team under its division manager, Mr. Larry Sabino will immediately meet and design your webpage.
    The initial design shall be finished within 4 days.
    The Xdev solutions team shall meet with you (at our office or your place of convenience) to discuss the improvements and changes to your webpage.
    After the improvements have been agreed upon a pro forma web design agreement shall be signed between us and your group/company.
    A 50% downpayment shall then be required. Once the webpage has been revised as directed by your group/company, the webpage shall be uploaded to the Xdev Solution webserver for viewing (within 3 days).
    Final changes if any shall be made (within 2 days).
    Once approved by the client, the webpage shall be uploaded and made available for public viewing in the internet (one day).
    The balance of 50% shall then be paid to Xdev Solutions.
    From start to finish your webpage should be up and running within 10 days!


    THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW..

    Errors one can make in developing your website readmore

    4 Reason's Why you should get a website readmore


    http://webdesign.xdevsoft.com

    What we offer - cleverbytes.xdevsoft.com

    What we offer


    Consultancy service

    We help you make informed decisions. We won't tell you to do this or do that unless that is what you want us to do. We will help you evaluate your current situation, what your objective is and how you want to get to it.
    We will give you options. We will tell you as it is the pros and cons of each option.
    We will be the bridge to help you cross that gap of idea and realization of it.


    Other services

    We also have partners that are expert in software development in both desktop and web applications. Systems or solutions that require SMS technologies, web templating and image editing are also what our partners have at your disposal.


    Who can avail of these services

    Companies

    If you don't have internal I.T. but wants to explore system automation or a company solution.
    Maybe you have a manual system or slow process that you think can be improved and made efficient by implementing a software.


    Business owners

    If you run a growing business and believes the best path to keep at phase with the demands is to automate.
    Maybe you need a customized application to track your employee attendance


    Students

    Yes, we didn't forget you. A thesis that you have no idea how to start off, we can get you on the road to finishing it. Stuck on a code and can't get answer from the internet, we can help you find the answers.


    Now that you know what we offer,why not tell us something about you or your company and see how we can make your ideas into reality?



    http://cleverbytes.xdevsoft.com

    Realize your idea - cleverbytes.xdevsoft.com

    Realize your idea

    In today's technologically dominated world, utilizing the power of computer automation has become more of a necessity than luxury.
    But is buying a computer enough to increase productivity? The answer is "No".
    Translating your creative ideas to something that can be implemented and used by people to increase productivity or simply to make your idea a profitable reality requires a lot of thinking, planning, analysis, expert solutions and of course great minds like you.

    But we will not always advise automation. There are some problems and ideas that can be implemented even without using a computer. And we can help you decide which option to chose.


    http://cleverbytes.xdevsoft.com

    Friday, June 5, 2009

    Dr. Riya’s Clinics - www.doctorriya.com

    Dr. Riya’s Clinics - www.doctorriya.com

    Dr. Riya’s Clinics




    MAKATI MEDICAL CENTER




    Dr. Riya’s Principal Clinic is at Room 148, Main Building of the Makati Medical Center (MMC).

    The MAKATI MEDICAL CENTER (MMC) was established by a group of dedicated medical professionals with a common vision to administer medical care of the highest order. Towards this end MMC has established centers of excellence. Among MMC’s centers of excellence is the Manuel C. Fernandez (MCF) Dermatology and Phototherapy Center.

    The MCF Center is the country's first hospital-based laser center. The center has a complete line-up of advanced laser equipment that can treat virtually all skin problems, whether these are caused by pathogens or have other causes.



    At the MCF Center Dr. Riya can find solutions to:

    Psoriasis - a lifelong immunologic skin disease which causes dry, red scaly patches to appear on skin.
    Eczema- commonly known as asthma of the skin.
    Vitiligo - a skin disorder characterized by milky-white spots or dots on the skin caused by the loss o f pigment cells.

    At the MCF Dr. Riya also performs cosmetic treatments for:
    Reduction or eradication of acne
    Reduction and removal of unwanted hair
    Reduction of scars, prominent pores, wrinkles, sagging skin, dark spots and reddish marks, vascular and pigmented lesions
    Body contouring and cellulite erasing
    Skin resurfacing: improvement of skin tone and texture

    The MCF Center is equipped with six of the latest laser technology machines, and one phototherapy machine:

    Harmony Pixel Laser: the newest innovation for acne and scar treatment, designed to improve the skin's surface and texture, used to treat wrinkles, scars, superficial skin lesions and also effective for skin resurfacing

    Polaris WR System: combines optical or laser energy and radio frequency for wrinkle treatment, skin tone improvement and acne scars

    Lightsheer Diode Laser: the gold standard in hair removal, penetrates deeply into skin without harm to surrounding areas, making it a safe and effective means of removing excess hair

    Intense Pulse Light (IPL) Quantum SR: treatment for pigmentary discoloration, unsightly blood vessels and skin rejuvenation
    Vela Smooth System: thermal treatment for cellulite reduction


    Extreme Clear: utilizes light energy to selectively clear acne lesions, improve psoriasis and vitiligo, and remove unwanted hair

    Daavlin Spectra: sophisticated phototherapy unit for serious skin diseases


    Paranaque Doctors’ Hospital


    175 Doña Soledad Avenue
    Better Living Subdivision
    Parañaque City


    The hospital is an 8-level 100 Bed Capacity Tertiary Hospital
    Parañaque Doctors' Hospital aims provide the best total quality healthcare possible at affordable and cost effective rates.
    The facilities of the hospital are readily accessible to the residents of Better Living Subdivision, Parañaque and patients coming from Muntinlupa, Las Piñas, Makati, Pateros and Taguig.

    The hospital to accomplish its purpose has acquired complete and updated facilities, contracted competent medical specialists and has competent and well motivated support staff.

    At the the Paranaque Doctors' Hospital Dr. Riya offers the following dermatological services:
    - Biopsies
    - Cautery of warts
    - Mole removal
    - Skin surgery
    - Acne treatments
    - PCA Designer Peel
    - Diamond Hydrapeel
    Dr. Riya accepts the following healthcards in this clinic: Maxicare, Intellicare, HMI, Cocolife, Medserv


    Patient First Medical Clinic


    Patient First Medical Clinic was the first ambulatory health care center in a mall. It first opened in 1994. Since its opening Patient First has progressed to being a one-stop medical center. The clinic has a staff of highly-trained professionals dedicated in maintaining the highest quality and widest range of services that include diagnostic services, (X-ray, laboratory, ultrasound, etc.); medical services (physical exams, executive check-ups, emergency medicine, etc); and DERMATOLOGIC SERVICES, among others.

    For Makati residents and office workers, Patient First Medical clinic is conveniently located at the 3rd Floor of the Glorietta 3 mall. A branch of the Mercury Drug chain is just one floor below Patient First, thus making the filling of prescriptions fast and easy.

    At her Patient First Clinic Dr. Riya performs the following:
    - Biopsies
    - Skin surgery
    - Patch testing
    - Mesotherapy
    - Glutathione injection
    - Identification and resolution of problems of the skin, hair, scalp, and nail including:
    Acne
    Allergies
    Abscess and Cysts
    Psoriasis and Rosacea
    Eczema
    Pediatric and Geriatric Dermatology
    Melasma
    Hyperhidrosis
    - Acne treatments
    - PCA Designer Peel
    - Diamond Hydra Peel
    Dr. Riya also accepts the following healthcards in this clinic: Intellicare, Medserv, Maxicare, Cocolife, Asian Life,


    Friendship Clinic


    For Manila residents and office workers Dr. Riya has a clinic at the G/F Don Santiago Bldg., 1344 Taft Ave., Ermita, Manila.
    The clinic is just across PGH hospital
    Clinic days are on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and by appointment only.


    Procedures performed at the Friendship Clinic are: -Biopsies
    - Skin surgery
    - Identification and resolution of problems of the skin, hair, scalp, and nail including:
    Acne and acne treatments
    Abscess and Cysts
    Psoriasis and Rosacea
    Eczema
    - cauterization of warts
    - mole removal
    - Skin Peeling
    - PCA Designer peel
    - Diamond Hydrapeel
    - Mesotherapy




    Nice Skin. Nice Life!


    http://www.doctorriya.com


    Dermatological Articles - www.doctorriya.com

    Dermatological Articles



    SCELROTHERAPY


    WHAT IS SCELROTHERPAY?
    Sclerotherapy is one of the most prevalent treatments for spider and varicose veins. We use a tiny needle that has a sclerosing agent that is injected into the vein. Upon the injection, the solution replaces the blood in the vein, generating irritation and corrosion to the walls of the vessel. Your body then initiates the natural healing process and the vein begins to shrink and eventually disappear.

    WHAT RESULTS WILL I SEE?
    You will have gradual improvement. many people experience 65%-to 80% improvement. During your consultation you will be advised as to how many treatments you will need.

    WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS?
    You will be able to resume normal activities immediately. However, excessive standing and heavy exercising is not recommended for 24-48 hours after your treatment.
    Following your visit the treated areas will become darker and may appear bruised. You do not have to wear support hose. After injecting the larger vessels, the affected area may become pigmented but this is temporary and will fade overtime.

    THE POLARIS WR SCORES ON COST AND PATIENT RECOVERY TIME, says DR. MICHELE SASMOR

    Today’s professional people want to stay young looking, but they often don’t have the time to spend on recovering from treatments like facelifts. That’s where the Polaris WR system with elosTM combined energy technology comes into its own.

    “Surgical procedures have a two or three-week recovery time,” Dr. Michele Sasmor said. “But the non-invasive treatments with the Polaris system take about 30-45 minutes with no need for anesthesia and no down-time. The patients can go straight back to work.” And Dr. Sasmor should know – as well as using the Polaris system to treat her patients, she’s also had multiple treatments herself!

    In this “baby boomer” era, Dr. Sasmor sees the use of the Polaris system as a major growth area. “Women in particular, but men also, are becoming more conscious of their appearance and want to continue working and competing with a younger workforce. Maintaining a younger appearance gives them a competitive edge,” she added.

    The Polaris system with elosTM combined energy technology uses Bi-Polar Radio Frequency and high-power Diode LASER to deliver focused and predictable performance with lower energy levels that assure high patient comfort and superior results. It is also the safest technology available using lower energy levels. The system benefits include superior, repeatable results for wrinkle reduction at both the epidermal and deep dermal levels in the same treatment. The Polaris system also delivers selective thermolysis to vascular lesions including telangiectasia and leg veins up to 3mm in diameter.

    Describing the Polaris system as “a nice option” for patients, Dr. Sasmor said that some people come in thinking they need a facelift and can, instead, be offered this non- invasive alternative. Plus, chemical peels “don’t give as much tightening and wrinkle reduction as this system does.” One patient had fat grafting around the orbital region that was a little puffy, she recalled. “We used the Polaris to smooth that out, and the patient said it was the best improvement she’d had in eight months of trying to take care of the puffiness.”

    As for cost, five basic treatments come out at about one third to one quarter of the cost of a facelift. “Aging is a constant process. Some people think they are just going to get one procedure, but maintenance is always required. Polaris therapy should be done three or four times a year to maintain the improvements, but it is still much less expensive than having a facelift, and there is no down time for the patient,” she added.


    Laser Surgery Overview


    What is laser surgery?
    Laser surgery is a type of surgery that uses special light beams instead of instruments for surgical procedures. Laser stands for "light amplification by the stimulated emission of radiation." Lasers were first developed in 1960. Newer laser modifications continue to have a large impact on medical and surgical practices. A large part of their impact has been seen in the treatment of various skin lesion and diseases.

    How does a laser work?
    The functioning of a laser goes back to Albert Einstein's quantum theory of radiation and includes other theories that help explain local tissue damage. As the light beam hits the skin, the skin may either reflect the light away, scatter the light, absorb the light, or let the light pass through the different layers. Each layer of the skin uses the light differently.
    Certain parts of the skin, called chromophones, absorb the light. When these chromophones absorb the light, physical, mechanical, chemical, or temperature changes may occur in the tissue. There are many different types of lasers, including the carbon dioxide laser, the YAG (neodymium, or yttrium aluminum garnet) laser, and the argon laser. Each type works in a different manner and may be used for different treatment options. Laser light can be delivered either continuously or intermittently.

    What types of surgeries use lasers?
    There are many indications for the use of lasers in surgery. The following are some of the more common indications:
    to remove tumors

    to help prevent blood loss by sealing small blood vessels
    
 to seal lymph vessels to help decrease swelling and decrease the spread of tumor cells
to treat some skin conditions, including to remove or improve warts, moles, tattoos, birthmarks, scars, and wrinkles
    Injections
otulinum toxin type A is injected into the muscles of the face, causing temporary paralysis and preventing the skin from wrinkling, reducing the appearance of frown lines, forehead furrows, and nostril flaring. The effects last three to six months.

    Collagen Injection small amounts of collagen are injected directly into areas where the body's own collagen has been weakened. This procedure raises the depressions to the level of the surrounding skin, minimizing facial lines and scars. A skin test is required one month in advance to determine if a patient is eligible for treatment with collagen, because some patients may have an allergic reaction to the injections. The procedure may take from 20 to 40 minutes to perform, and some swelling is to be expected after treatment.
    Phenol Chemical Peel
his is the deepest of all peels, where a phenol chemical solution is applied to the face to diminish deep wrinkles and even-out severely sun-damaged skin by peeling away the skin's top layers. The procedure is not recommended for those with dark or oily skin, and it permanently increases the skin's sun sensitivity. In some cases, pores may appear larger, and skin may not tan evenly after the treatment.

    Photo Facial
    An IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Photo Facial is a series of full face, pulsed light treatments intended to improve the appearance of fine lines, sun damage and aged skin, as well as to reduce facial and neck redness and flushing. An intense light is emitted in a series of gentle pulses over the entire face; treatments are given at intervals of approximately three weeks for a series of five treatments.

    TCA Chemical Peel
his is a medium-strength peel, where a trichloroacetic-acid solution is applied to the face to remove wrinkles and sun damage by peeling away the skin's top layers. The procedure can be used on patients with fair to medium skin tones and has a lower risk of creating uneven pigmentation patterns.
    ThermaCool TCTM Facelift
his new FDA-approved technology to reverse the signs of aging uses radio frequency to lift and tighten sagging skin. This radio frequency gently heats the deep surface of the skin causing it to contract and tighten. This lifts the face, brow and cheeks without surgery. It is only FDA-approved for the eye area.

    Alpha-Hydroxy Peel
 mixture of alpha hydroxys — such as glycolic, lactic or fruit acids — are applied to the skin to even skin texture and reduce superficial wrinkles. Ten percent strength peels can be performed by aestheticians in a spa. These peels must be performed in a series to achieve the kinds of effects created with deeper peels.

    Microdermabrasion
 handheld device is used to scrub the skin with tiny crystals to reduce fine lines, spots and scars. Microdermabrasion is performed to increase skin elasticity and promote collagen production. The procedure is tolerated by all skin types and can be performed by an aesthetician in a spa. It takes five to 12 treatments to achieve the same results as deep peels, and the procedure works best on younger skin.

    Ablative Laser Skin Resurfacing
n an ablative laser resurfacing, a CO2 or Erbium laser burns off the outer surface layers of skin, causing new skin cells to regenerate. This reduces wrinkles, scars, sun damage and superficial skin cancers. After treatment, skin will be permanently sun-sensitive and uneven pigmentation patterns in darker skin types may occur.

    Nonablative Laser for Wrinkle Reduction
he CoolTouch® laser uses light to stimulate the production of collagen in cells underneath the skin's surface so skin appears tighter and plumper. Multiple treatments may be necessary.

    Injections
otulinum toxin type A is injected into the muscles of the face, causing temporary paralysis and preventing the skin from wrinkling, reducing the appearance of frown lines, forehead furrows, and nostril flaring. The effects last three to six months.

    Collagen Injections
mall amounts of collagen are injected directly into areas where the body's own collagen has been weakened. This procedure raises the depressions to the level of the surrounding skin, minimizing facial lines and scars. A skin test is required one month in advance to determine if a patient is eligible for treatment with collagen, because some patients may have an allergic reaction to the injections. The procedure may take from 20 to 40 minutes to perform, and some swelling is to be expected after treatment.

    Phenol Chemical Peel
his is the deepest of all peels, where a phenol chemical solution is applied to the face to diminish deep wrinkles and even-out severely sun-damaged skin by peeling away the skin's top layers. The procedure is not recommended for those with dark or oily skin, and it permanently increases the skin's sun sensitivity. In some cases, pores may appear larger, and skin may not tan evenly after the treatment.

    Photo Facial
    An IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Photo Facial is a series of full face, pulsed light treatments intended to improve the appearance of fine lines, sun damage and aged skin, as well as to reduce facial and neck redness and flushing. An intense light is emitted in a series of gentle pulses over the entire face; treatments are given at intervals of approximately three weeks for a series of five treatments.

    TCA Chemical Peel
his is a medium-strength peel, where a trichloroacetic-acid solution is applied to the face to remove wrinkles and sun damage by peeling away the skin's top layers. The procedure can be used on patients with fair to medium skin tones and has a lower risk of creating uneven pigmentation patterns.
    ThermaCool TCTM Facelift
his new FDA-approved technology to reverse the signs of aging uses radio frequency to lift and tighten sagging skin. This radio frequency gently heats the deep surface of the skin causing it to contract and tighten. This lifts the face, brow and cheeks without surgery. It is only FDA-approved for the eye area.

    Alpha-Hydroxy Peel
 mixture of alpha hydroxys — such as glycolic, lactic or fruit acids — are applied to the skin to even skin texture and reduce superficial wrinkles. Ten percent strength peels can be performed by aestheticians in a spa. These peels must be performed in a series to achieve the kinds of effects created with deeper peels. Microdermabrasion
 handheld device is used to scrub the skin with tiny crystals to reduce fine lines, spots and scars. Microdermabrasion is performed to increase skin elasticity and promote collagen production. The procedure is tolerated by all skin types and can be performed by an aesthetician in a spa. It takes five to 12 treatments to achieve the same results as deep peels, and the procedure works best on younger skin.

    Ablative Laser Skin Resurfacing
n an ablative laser resurfacing, a CO2 or Erbium laser burns off the outer surface layers of skin, causing new skin cells to regenerate. This reduces wrinkles, scars, sun damage and superficial skin cancers. After treatment, skin will be permanently sun-sensitive and uneven pigmentation patterns in darker skin types may occur.

    Nonablative Laser for Wrinkle Reduction
he CoolTouch® laser uses light to stimulate the production of collagen in cells underneath the skin's surface so skin appears tighter and plumper. Multiple treatments may be necessary.

    If you have an odd looking spot on your body that you are worried about, see your dermatologist as soon as possible. It could be skin cancer.

    Dermatologists are more likely to find early stage skin cancer than other doctors and thus save more lives. It may be that dermatologists are more skilled at finding small tumors or less likely to brush them off as nothing. Basal cell cancers aren't always harmless. They are easy to remove but 5 to 10% can be resistant to treatment. Some basal cell cancers can be aggressive and damage skin around them, even invading tissue and bone. If you see a suspicious growth see a doctor right away, if possible a dermatologist.
    Basal Cell appears as a small, domed bump that's pearly-white or pink colored. It can look like a small pimple or small sore; it may heal and come back.
    Melanoma appears as a mole which is asymmetrical; one half of the mole doesn't match the other half. It is larger than a pencil eraser. The color isn't the same all over. It changes in size and shape, or has begun to itch, bleed, or crust over.

    Squamous cell appears as a crusty or scaly patch with a red inflamed base. It is most common on sun exposed areas but can appear in the mouth, on the genitals or anywhere on the body.
    There is no rating for how sunscreen stops UVA rays which penetrates deeper into the base layer of skin and can cause dangerous cell changes. The FDA has proposed a new sunscreen rule that would include label revisions for UVA. In the meantime choose a broad spectrum sunscreen which offers greater UVA (as well as UVB) protection. At present sunscreen labels do tell you how effective the product blocks UVB.
    If you have any odd looking spot or any area of skin that does not look just right, see your dermatologist as soon as possible.- Ruby Hawk

    Rosacea is a chronic condition characterized by facial erythema (redness). Pimples are sometimes included as part of the definition. Unless it affects the eyes, it is typically a harmless cosmetic condition. Treatment, if wanted, usually involves topical medications to reduce inflammation.
    It is a common but often misunderstood condition that is estimated to affect over 45 million people worldwide. It has a peak age of onset between 30 and 60.
    Rosacea typically begins as redness on the central face across the cheeks, nose, or forehead, but can also less commonly affect the neck, chest, ears, and scalp.[3] In some cases, additional symptoms, such as semi-permanent redness, telangiectasia (dilation of superficial blood vessels on the face), red domed papules (small bumps) and pustules, red gritty eyes, burning and stinging sensations, and in some advanced cases, a red lobulated nose (rhinophyma), may develop.- wikepedia

    Psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious autoimmune disease which affects the skin and joints. It commonly causes red scaly patches to appear on the skin. The scaly patches caused by psoriasis, called psoriatic plaques, are areas of inflammation and excessive skin production. Skin rapidly accumulates at these sites and takes on a silvery-white appearance. Plaques frequently occur on the skin of the elbows and knees, but can affect any area including the scalp and genitals. In contrast to eczema, psoriasis is more likely to be found on the extensor aspect of the joint.

    The disorder is a chronic recurring condition which varies in severity from minor localized patches to complete body coverage. Fingernails and toenails are frequently affected (psoriatic nail dystrophy) and can be seen as an isolated finding. Psoriasis can also cause inflammation of the joints, which is known as psoriatic arthritis. Ten to fifteen percent of people with psoriasis have psoriatic arthritis.
    The cause of psoriasis is not known, but it is believed to have a genetic component. Factors that may aggravate psoriasis include stress, excessive alcohol consumption, and smoking.[1] There are many treatments available, but because of its chronic recurrent nature psoriasis is a challenge to treat.- wikepedia

    Vitiligo ( also known as leukoderma) is a chronic relatively common dermatologic disorder that causes depigmentation in patches of skin. It occurs when the melanocytes, the cells responsible for skin pigmentation, die or become unable to function. The precise pathogenesis, or cause, of vitiligo is complex and not yet fully understood. There is some evidence suggesting it is caused by a combination of autoimmune, genetic, and environmental factors. The population incidence worldwide is considered to be between 1% and 2%. There are two forms of vitiligo, non-segmental and segmental, with non-segmental vitiligo being far more prevalent than its segmental counterpart.- wikipedia

    Eczema is a disease in a form of dermatitis,or inflammation of the epidermis. The term eczema is broadly applied to a range of persistent skin conditions. These include dryness and recurring skin rashes which are characterized by one or more of these symptoms: redness, skin edema (swelling), itching and dryness, crusting, flaking, blistering, cracking, oozing, or bleeding. Areas of temporary skin discoloration may appear and are sometimes due to healed lesions, although scarring is rare. In contrast to psoriasis, eczema is often likely to be found on the flexor aspect of joints.-wikipedia

    Hyperhidrosis is the condition characterized by abnormally increased perspirati in excess of that required for regulation of body temperature.
    Hyperhidrosis can either be generalized or localized to specific parts of the body. Hands, feet, armpits, and the groin area are among the most active regions of perspiration due to the relatively high concentration of sweat glands; however, any part of the body may be affected.
    Hyperhidrosis can also be classified depending on if it is a congenital or acquired trait. Primary hyperhidrosis is found to start during adolescence or even before and seems to be inherited as an autosomal dominant genetic trait. Primary hyperhidrosis must be distinguished from secondary hyperhidrosis, which can start at any point in life. The latter form may be due to a disorder of the thyroid or pituitary gland, diabetes mellitus, tumors, gout, menopause, certain drugs, or mercury poisoning.
    Hyperhidrosis may be also divided into palmoplantar (emotional), gustatory or generalized hyperhidrosis.
    Alternatively, hyperhydrosis may be classified according to the amount of skin that is affected and its possible causes.In this approach, excessive sweating in an area that is greater than 100 cm2 (up to generalized sweating of the entire body) is differentiated from sweating that affects only a small area.-wikepedia

    Melasma when present in pregnant women is a tan or dark skin discoloration. Although it can affect anyone, melasma is particularly common in women, especially pregnant women and those who are taking oral or patch contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy (HRT) medications. The symptoms of melasma are dark, irregular patches commonly found on the upper cheek, nose, lips, upper lip, and forehead. These patches often develop gradually over time. Melasma does not cause any other symptoms beyond the cosmetic discoloration.

    Melasma is thought to be the stimulation of melanocytes or pigment-producing cells by the female sex hormones estrogen and progesterone to produce more melanin pigments when the skin is exposed to sun. Women with a light brown skin type who are living in regions with intense sun exposure are particularly susceptible to developing this condition.
    Genetic predisposition is also a major factor in determining whether someone will develop melasma.
    The incidence of melasma also increases in patients with thyroid disease. It is thought that the overproduction of melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH) brought on by stress can cause outbreaks of this condition. Other rare causes of melasma include allergic reaction to medications and cosmetics.- wikepedia


    Atopic dermatitis (AD) (a type of eczema) is an inflammatory, chronically relapsing, non-contagious and pruritic skin disease. The skin of a patient with atopic dermatitis reacts abnormally and easily to irritants, food, and environmental allergens and becomes red, flaky and very itchy. It also becomes vulnerable to surface infections caused by bacteria. The skin on the flexural surfaces of the joints (for example inner sides of elbows and knees) are the most commonly affected regions in people.
    Atopic dermatitis often occurs together with other atopic diseases like hay fever, asthma and conjunctivitis. It is a familial and chronic disease and its symptoms can increase or disappear over time. Atopic dermatitis in older children and adults is often confused with psoriasis.
    Although there is no cure for atopic eczema, and its causes not well understood, it can be treated very effectively in the short term through a combination of prevention (learning what triggers the allergic reactions) and drug therapy.-wikipedia

    Seborrhoeic dermatitis (also Seborrheic dermatitis AmE, seborrhea) is a skin disorder affecting the scalp, face, and trunk causing scaly, flaky, itchy, red skin. It particularly affects the sebum-gland rich areas of skin.
    Seborrhoeic dermatitis may be visually unpleasant and moderately itchy but is a harmless condition. The condition is often persistent but is easily controlled using readily available medication. After treatment, the condition may recur after a time lapse of months or years.
    As with other dermatitis conditions, seborrhoeic dermatitis is often loosely defined as a form of eczema although it differs from other more serious conditions more properly defined as eczema.
    The cause of seborrhoeic dermatitis remains unknown, although many factors have been implicated. The widely present yeast, Malassezia furfur (formerly known as Pityrosporum ovale), is involved,[2][3] as well as genetic, environmental, hormonal, and immune-system factors.[4][5] The claim that seborrhoeic dermatitis is an inflammatory response to the yeast has not been proven.[6] Those afflicted with seborrhoeic dermatitis have an unfavourable epidermic response to the infection, with the skin becoming inflamed and flaking.
Acute form of seborrhoeic dermatitis on scalp
    In children, excessive vitamin A intake can cause seborrhoeic dermatitis. Lack of biotin,[8] pyridoxine (vitamin B6)[ and riboflavin (vitamin B2) may also be a cause.
    Side effects to inflammation may include temporary hair loss. If severe outbreaks are untreated for extended intervals, permanent hair loss may result, because of damage to hair follicles.


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    SCELROTHERAPY


    WHAT IS SCELROTHERPAY?
    Sclerotherapy is one of the most prevalent treatments for spider and varicose veins. We use a tiny needle that has a sclerosing agent that is injected into the vein. Upon the injection, the solution replaces the blood in the vein, generating irritation and corrosion to the walls of the vessel. Your body then initiates the natural healing process and the vein begins to shrink and eventually disappear.

    WHAT RESULTS WILL I SEE?
    You will have gradual improvement. many people experience 65%-to 80% improvement. During your consultation you will be advised as to how many treatments you will need.

    WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS?
    You will be able to resume normal activities immediately. However, excessive standing and heavy exercising is not recommended for 24-48 hours after your treatment.
    Following your visit the treated areas will become darker and may appear bruised. You do not have to wear support hose. After injecting the larger vessels, the affected area may become pigmented but this is temporary and will fade overtime.

    THE POLARIS WR SCORES ON COST AND PATIENT RECOVERY TIME, says DR. MICHELE SASMOR

    Today’s professional people want to stay young looking, but they often don’t have the time to spend on recovering from treatments like facelifts. That’s where the Polaris WR system with elosTM combined energy technology comes into its own.

    “Surgical procedures have a two or three-week recovery time,” Dr. Michele Sasmor said. “But the non-invasive treatments with the Polaris system take about 30-45 minutes with no need for anesthesia and no down-time. The patients can go straight back to work.” And Dr. Sasmor should know – as well as using the Polaris system to treat her patients, she’s also had multiple treatments herself!

    In this “baby boomer” era, Dr. Sasmor sees the use of the Polaris system as a major growth area. “Women in particular, but men also, are becoming more conscious of their appearance and want to continue working and competing with a younger workforce. Maintaining a younger appearance gives them a competitive edge,” she added.

    The Polaris system with elosTM combined energy technology uses Bi-Polar Radio Frequency and high-power Diode LASER to deliver focused and predictable performance with lower energy levels that assure high patient comfort and superior results. It is also the safest technology available using lower energy levels. The system benefits include superior, repeatable results for wrinkle reduction at both the epidermal and deep dermal levels in the same treatment. The Polaris system also delivers selective thermolysis to vascular lesions including telangiectasia and leg veins up to 3mm in diameter.

    Describing the Polaris system as “a nice option” for patients, Dr. Sasmor said that some people come in thinking they need a facelift and can, instead, be offered this non- invasive alternative. Plus, chemical peels “don’t give as much tightening and wrinkle reduction as this system does.” One patient had fat grafting around the orbital region that was a little puffy, she recalled. “We used the Polaris to smooth that out, and the patient said it was the best improvement she’d had in eight months of trying to take care of the puffiness.”

    As for cost, five basic treatments come out at about one third to one quarter of the cost of a facelift. “Aging is a constant process. Some people think they are just going to get one procedure, but maintenance is always required. Polaris therapy should be done three or four times a year to maintain the improvements, but it is still much less expensive than having a facelift, and there is no down time for the patient,” she added.


    Laser Surgery Overview


    What is laser surgery?
    Laser surgery is a type of surgery that uses special light beams instead of instruments for surgical procedures. Laser stands for "light amplification by the stimulated emission of radiation." Lasers were first developed in 1960. Newer laser modifications continue to have a large impact on medical and surgical practices. A large part of their impact has been seen in the treatment of various skin lesion and diseases.

    How does a laser work?
    The functioning of a laser goes back to Albert Einstein's quantum theory of radiation and includes other theories that help explain local tissue damage. As the light beam hits the skin, the skin may either reflect the light away, scatter the light, absorb the light, or let the light pass through the different layers. Each layer of the skin uses the light differently.
    Certain parts of the skin, called chromophones, absorb the light. When these chromophones absorb the light, physical, mechanical, chemical, or temperature changes may occur in the tissue. There are many different types of lasers, including the carbon dioxide laser, the YAG (neodymium, or yttrium aluminum garnet) laser, and the argon laser. Each type works in a different manner and may be used for different treatment options. Laser light can be delivered either continuously or intermittently.

    What types of surgeries use lasers?
    There are many indications for the use of lasers in surgery. The following are some of the more common indications:
    to remove tumors

    to help prevent blood loss by sealing small blood vessels
    
 to seal lymph vessels to help decrease swelling and decrease the spread of tumor cells
to treat some skin conditions, including to remove or improve warts, moles, tattoos, birthmarks, scars, and wrinkles
    Injections
otulinum toxin type A is injected into the muscles of the face, causing temporary paralysis and preventing the skin from wrinkling, reducing the appearance of frown lines, forehead furrows, and nostril flaring. The effects last three to six months.

    Collagen Injection small amounts of collagen are injected directly into areas where the body's own collagen has been weakened. This procedure raises the depressions to the level of the surrounding skin, minimizing facial lines and scars. A skin test is required one month in advance to determine if a patient is eligible for treatment with collagen, because some patients may have an allergic reaction to the injections. The procedure may take from 20 to 40 minutes to perform, and some swelling is to be expected after treatment.
    Phenol Chemical Peel
his is the deepest of all peels, where a phenol chemical solution is applied to the face to diminish deep wrinkles and even-out severely sun-damaged skin by peeling away the skin's top layers. The procedure is not recommended for those with dark or oily skin, and it permanently increases the skin's sun sensitivity. In some cases, pores may appear larger, and skin may not tan evenly after the treatment.

    Photo Facial
    An IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Photo Facial is a series of full face, pulsed light treatments intended to improve the appearance of fine lines, sun damage and aged skin, as well as to reduce facial and neck redness and flushing. An intense light is emitted in a series of gentle pulses over the entire face; treatments are given at intervals of approximately three weeks for a series of five treatments.

    TCA Chemical Peel
his is a medium-strength peel, where a trichloroacetic-acid solution is applied to the face to remove wrinkles and sun damage by peeling away the skin's top layers. The procedure can be used on patients with fair to medium skin tones and has a lower risk of creating uneven pigmentation patterns.
    ThermaCool TCTM Facelift
his new FDA-approved technology to reverse the signs of aging uses radio frequency to lift and tighten sagging skin. This radio frequency gently heats the deep surface of the skin causing it to contract and tighten. This lifts the face, brow and cheeks without surgery. It is only FDA-approved for the eye area.

    Alpha-Hydroxy Peel
 mixture of alpha hydroxys — such as glycolic, lactic or fruit acids — are applied to the skin to even skin texture and reduce superficial wrinkles. Ten percent strength peels can be performed by aestheticians in a spa. These peels must be performed in a series to achieve the kinds of effects created with deeper peels.

    Microdermabrasion
 handheld device is used to scrub the skin with tiny crystals to reduce fine lines, spots and scars. Microdermabrasion is performed to increase skin elasticity and promote collagen production. The procedure is tolerated by all skin types and can be performed by an aesthetician in a spa. It takes five to 12 treatments to achieve the same results as deep peels, and the procedure works best on younger skin.

    Ablative Laser Skin Resurfacing
n an ablative laser resurfacing, a CO2 or Erbium laser burns off the outer surface layers of skin, causing new skin cells to regenerate. This reduces wrinkles, scars, sun damage and superficial skin cancers. After treatment, skin will be permanently sun-sensitive and uneven pigmentation patterns in darker skin types may occur.

    Nonablative Laser for Wrinkle Reduction
he CoolTouch® laser uses light to stimulate the production of collagen in cells underneath the skin's surface so skin appears tighter and plumper. Multiple treatments may be necessary.

    Injections
otulinum toxin type A is injected into the muscles of the face, causing temporary paralysis and preventing the skin from wrinkling, reducing the appearance of frown lines, forehead furrows, and nostril flaring. The effects last three to six months.

    Collagen Injections
mall amounts of collagen are injected directly into areas where the body's own collagen has been weakened. This procedure raises the depressions to the level of the surrounding skin, minimizing facial lines and scars. A skin test is required one month in advance to determine if a patient is eligible for treatment with collagen, because some patients may have an allergic reaction to the injections. The procedure may take from 20 to 40 minutes to perform, and some swelling is to be expected after treatment.

    Phenol Chemical Peel
his is the deepest of all peels, where a phenol chemical solution is applied to the face to diminish deep wrinkles and even-out severely sun-damaged skin by peeling away the skin's top layers. The procedure is not recommended for those with dark or oily skin, and it permanently increases the skin's sun sensitivity. In some cases, pores may appear larger, and skin may not tan evenly after the treatment.

    Photo Facial
    An IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Photo Facial is a series of full face, pulsed light treatments intended to improve the appearance of fine lines, sun damage and aged skin, as well as to reduce facial and neck redness and flushing. An intense light is emitted in a series of gentle pulses over the entire face; treatments are given at intervals of approximately three weeks for a series of five treatments.

    TCA Chemical Peel
his is a medium-strength peel, where a trichloroacetic-acid solution is applied to the face to remove wrinkles and sun damage by peeling away the skin's top layers. The procedure can be used on patients with fair to medium skin tones and has a lower risk of creating uneven pigmentation patterns.
    ThermaCool TCTM Facelift
his new FDA-approved technology to reverse the signs of aging uses radio frequency to lift and tighten sagging skin. This radio frequency gently heats the deep surface of the skin causing it to contract and tighten. This lifts the face, brow and cheeks without surgery. It is only FDA-approved for the eye area.

    Alpha-Hydroxy Peel
 mixture of alpha hydroxys — such as glycolic, lactic or fruit acids — are applied to the skin to even skin texture and reduce superficial wrinkles. Ten percent strength peels can be performed by aestheticians in a spa. These peels must be performed in a series to achieve the kinds of effects created with deeper peels. Microdermabrasion
 handheld device is used to scrub the skin with tiny crystals to reduce fine lines, spots and scars. Microdermabrasion is performed to increase skin elasticity and promote collagen production. The procedure is tolerated by all skin types and can be performed by an aesthetician in a spa. It takes five to 12 treatments to achieve the same results as deep peels, and the procedure works best on younger skin.

    Ablative Laser Skin Resurfacing
n an ablative laser resurfacing, a CO2 or Erbium laser burns off the outer surface layers of skin, causing new skin cells to regenerate. This reduces wrinkles, scars, sun damage and superficial skin cancers. After treatment, skin will be permanently sun-sensitive and uneven pigmentation patterns in darker skin types may occur.

    Nonablative Laser for Wrinkle Reduction
he CoolTouch® laser uses light to stimulate the production of collagen in cells underneath the skin's surface so skin appears tighter and plumper. Multiple treatments may be necessary.

    If you have an odd looking spot on your body that you are worried about, see your dermatologist as soon as possible. It could be skin cancer.

    Dermatologists are more likely to find early stage skin cancer than other doctors and thus save more lives. It may be that dermatologists are more skilled at finding small tumors or less likely to brush them off as nothing. Basal cell cancers aren't always harmless. They are easy to remove but 5 to 10% can be resistant to treatment. Some basal cell cancers can be aggressive and damage skin around them, even invading tissue and bone. If you see a suspicious growth see a doctor right away, if possible a dermatologist.
    Basal Cell appears as a small, domed bump that's pearly-white or pink colored. It can look like a small pimple or small sore; it may heal and come back.
    Melanoma appears as a mole which is asymmetrical; one half of the mole doesn't match the other half. It is larger than a pencil eraser. The color isn't the same all over. It changes in size and shape, or has begun to itch, bleed, or crust over.

    Squamous cell appears as a crusty or scaly patch with a red inflamed base. It is most common on sun exposed areas but can appear in the mouth, on the genitals or anywhere on the body.
    There is no rating for how sunscreen stops UVA rays which penetrates deeper into the base layer of skin and can cause dangerous cell changes. The FDA has proposed a new sunscreen rule that would include label revisions for UVA. In the meantime choose a broad spectrum sunscreen which offers greater UVA (as well as UVB) protection. At present sunscreen labels do tell you how effective the product blocks UVB.
    If you have any odd looking spot or any area of skin that does not look just right, see your dermatologist as soon as possible.- Ruby Hawk

    Rosacea is a chronic condition characterized by facial erythema (redness). Pimples are sometimes included as part of the definition. Unless it affects the eyes, it is typically a harmless cosmetic condition. Treatment, if wanted, usually involves topical medications to reduce inflammation.
    It is a common but often misunderstood condition that is estimated to affect over 45 million people worldwide. It has a peak age of onset between 30 and 60.
    Rosacea typically begins as redness on the central face across the cheeks, nose, or forehead, but can also less commonly affect the neck, chest, ears, and scalp.[3] In some cases, additional symptoms, such as semi-permanent redness, telangiectasia (dilation of superficial blood vessels on the face), red domed papules (small bumps) and pustules, red gritty eyes, burning and stinging sensations, and in some advanced cases, a red lobulated nose (rhinophyma), may develop.- wikepedia

    Psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious autoimmune disease which affects the skin and joints. It commonly causes red scaly patches to appear on the skin. The scaly patches caused by psoriasis, called psoriatic plaques, are areas of inflammation and excessive skin production. Skin rapidly accumulates at these sites and takes on a silvery-white appearance. Plaques frequently occur on the skin of the elbows and knees, but can affect any area including the scalp and genitals. In contrast to eczema, psoriasis is more likely to be found on the extensor aspect of the joint.

    The disorder is a chronic recurring condition which varies in severity from minor localized patches to complete body coverage. Fingernails and toenails are frequently affected (psoriatic nail dystrophy) and can be seen as an isolated finding. Psoriasis can also cause inflammation of the joints, which is known as psoriatic arthritis. Ten to fifteen percent of people with psoriasis have psoriatic arthritis.
    The cause of psoriasis is not known, but it is believed to have a genetic component. Factors that may aggravate psoriasis include stress, excessive alcohol consumption, and smoking.[1] There are many treatments available, but because of its chronic recurrent nature psoriasis is a challenge to treat.- wikepedia

    Vitiligo ( also known as leukoderma) is a chronic relatively common dermatologic disorder that causes depigmentation in patches of skin. It occurs when the melanocytes, the cells responsible for skin pigmentation, die or become unable to function. The precise pathogenesis, or cause, of vitiligo is complex and not yet fully understood. There is some evidence suggesting it is caused by a combination of autoimmune, genetic, and environmental factors. The population incidence worldwide is considered to be between 1% and 2%. There are two forms of vitiligo, non-segmental and segmental, with non-segmental vitiligo being far more prevalent than its segmental counterpart.- wikipedia

    Eczema is a disease in a form of dermatitis,or inflammation of the epidermis. The term eczema is broadly applied to a range of persistent skin conditions. These include dryness and recurring skin rashes which are characterized by one or more of these symptoms: redness, skin edema (swelling), itching and dryness, crusting, flaking, blistering, cracking, oozing, or bleeding. Areas of temporary skin discoloration may appear and are sometimes due to healed lesions, although scarring is rare. In contrast to psoriasis, eczema is often likely to be found on the flexor aspect of joints.-wikipedia

    Hyperhidrosis is the condition characterized by abnormally increased perspirati in excess of that required for regulation of body temperature.
    Hyperhidrosis can either be generalized or localized to specific parts of the body. Hands, feet, armpits, and the groin area are among the most active regions of perspiration due to the relatively high concentration of sweat glands; however, any part of the body may be affected.
    Hyperhidrosis can also be classified depending on if it is a congenital or acquired trait. Primary hyperhidrosis is found to start during adolescence or even before and seems to be inherited as an autosomal dominant genetic trait. Primary hyperhidrosis must be distinguished from secondary hyperhidrosis, which can start at any point in life. The latter form may be due to a disorder of the thyroid or pituitary gland, diabetes mellitus, tumors, gout, menopause, certain drugs, or mercury poisoning.
    Hyperhidrosis may be also divided into palmoplantar (emotional), gustatory or generalized hyperhidrosis.
    Alternatively, hyperhydrosis may be classified according to the amount of skin that is affected and its possible causes.In this approach, excessive sweating in an area that is greater than 100 cm2 (up to generalized sweating of the entire body) is differentiated from sweating that affects only a small area.-wikepedia

    Melasma when present in pregnant women is a tan or dark skin discoloration. Although it can affect anyone, melasma is particularly common in women, especially pregnant women and those who are taking oral or patch contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy (HRT) medications. The symptoms of melasma are dark, irregular patches commonly found on the upper cheek, nose, lips, upper lip, and forehead. These patches often develop gradually over time. Melasma does not cause any other symptoms beyond the cosmetic discoloration.

    Melasma is thought to be the stimulation of melanocytes or pigment-producing cells by the female sex hormones estrogen and progesterone to produce more melanin pigments when the skin is exposed to sun. Women with a light brown skin type who are living in regions with intense sun exposure are particularly susceptible to developing this condition.
    Genetic predisposition is also a major factor in determining whether someone will develop melasma.
    The incidence of melasma also increases in patients with thyroid disease. It is thought that the overproduction of melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH) brought on by stress can cause outbreaks of this condition. Other rare causes of melasma include allergic reaction to medications and cosmetics.- wikepedia


    Atopic dermatitis (AD) (a type of eczema) is an inflammatory, chronically relapsing, non-contagious and pruritic skin disease. The skin of a patient with atopic dermatitis reacts abnormally and easily to irritants, food, and environmental allergens and becomes red, flaky and very itchy. It also becomes vulnerable to surface infections caused by bacteria. The skin on the flexural surfaces of the joints (for example inner sides of elbows and knees) are the most commonly affected regions in people.
    Atopic dermatitis often occurs together with other atopic diseases like hay fever, asthma and conjunctivitis. It is a familial and chronic disease and its symptoms can increase or disappear over time. Atopic dermatitis in older children and adults is often confused with psoriasis.
    Although there is no cure for atopic eczema, and its causes not well understood, it can be treated very effectively in the short term through a combination of prevention (learning what triggers the allergic reactions) and drug therapy.-wikipedia

    Seborrhoeic dermatitis (also Seborrheic dermatitis AmE, seborrhea) is a skin disorder affecting the scalp, face, and trunk causing scaly, flaky, itchy, red skin. It particularly affects the sebum-gland rich areas of skin.
    Seborrhoeic dermatitis may be visually unpleasant and moderately itchy but is a harmless condition. The condition is often persistent but is easily controlled using readily available medication. After treatment, the condition may recur after a time lapse of months or years.
    As with other dermatitis conditions, seborrhoeic dermatitis is often loosely defined as a form of eczema although it differs from other more serious conditions more properly defined as eczema.
    The cause of seborrhoeic dermatitis remains unknown, although many factors have been implicated. The widely present yeast, Malassezia furfur (formerly known as Pityrosporum ovale), is involved,[2][3] as well as genetic, environmental, hormonal, and immune-system factors.[4][5] The claim that seborrhoeic dermatitis is an inflammatory response to the yeast has not been proven.[6] Those afflicted with seborrhoeic dermatitis have an unfavourable epidermic response to the infection, with the skin becoming inflamed and flaking.
Acute form of seborrhoeic dermatitis on scalp
    In children, excessive vitamin A intake can cause seborrhoeic dermatitis. Lack of biotin,[8] pyridoxine (vitamin B6)[ and riboflavin (vitamin B2) may also be a cause.
    Side effects to inflammation may include temporary hair loss. If severe outbreaks are untreated for extended intervals, permanent hair loss may result, because of damage to hair follicles.


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    Dermatological
    Services Offered


    Identification and resolution of problems of the skin, hair, scalp, and nail including:
    Acne
    Abscess
    Cysts
    Psoriasis
    Rosacea
    Skin Cancer Screening and Diagnosis, including Full Body Checks
    Pediatric and Geriatric Dermatology
    Tropical Diseases
    Relief and solutions to Allergic Reactions
    Melasma
    Vitiligo
    Actinic Keratosis
    Eczema
    Atopic Dermatitis
    Seborrheic Dermatitis
    Hyperhidrosis
    (excessive sweating)

    Laser Procedures
    Pixel
    Laser Hair Removal
    Tenor
    IPL
    Polaris
    Candela V Beam

    Cauterization of warts
    Mole Removal
    Botox
    Biopsies
    IV Glutathione
    Mesotherapy
    Sclerotherapy
    Intense Diamond Peel
    Hydrapeel
    PCA Designer Peel


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    Room 148, Main Building
    #2 Amorsolo St., Legaspi Village, Makati City.
    Mondays : 10-12
    Tues & Thurs: 10-12, 2-4
    Fridays: 10-12 am by appt
    Tel no: 8888999 loc 2008


    Patient First Medical Center
    3rd Flr. Mercury Drug Bldg, Glorietta 3, Makati City
    Wednesdays : 1-7 pm Saturdays : 1-4 pm

    Paranaque Doctors Hospital
    Rm. 427,
    175 Dona Soledad Ave.,
    Better Living, Paranaque
    Mondays : 1-3 pm
    Wednesdays: 10:30-12:30
    Fridays : 1-3 pm

    Friendship Clinic
    G/F Don Santiago Bldg., 1344 Taft Ave., Ermita, Manila across PGH hospital

    Mon, Wed and Fri by appointment only

    You can call Dr. Riya direct for an appointment:
    Cellphone - 0922DRRIYA 0922-8377492



    http://www.doctorriya.com

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    Why see a DERMATOLOGIST ?



    Whether you want a more YOUTHFUL appearance or take care of a DERMATOLOGICAL medical need, DR. RIYA DIMAGIBA is here to help you.

    DR. RIYA is an expert in the LATEST technology in SKIN CARE care. From minor skin surgeries and beauty enhancements, DR. RIYA has the answers to your skin treatment questions.

    For medical consultation and procedures you can go to any of DR. RIYA’s clinics or you can contact her direct at 0922-8377492 or via the “contact me” section of this webpage.

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    About Dr. Riya Dimagiba


    Dr. Ma. Teresa "Riya" Ela-Dimagiba has been a practicing dermatologist for over 12 years and is board-certified by the Philippine Dermatological Society.

    Her pre-medical educational background includes graduating as a scholar at the Philippine Science High School and acquiring a BS Biology degree at the University of the Philippines, Diliman under a DOST scholarship.

    Dr. Riya obtained her medical degree at U.E Ramon Magsaysay Medical Center. Her post-graduate medical internship was at the UP- Philippine General Hospital.

    Dr. Riya’s dermatology and dermatologic surgery training was obtained at the Skin and Cancer Foundation one of the 10 accredited dermatology training institutions of the Philippine Dermatological Society.

    Dr. Riya is an Active Consultant at the Makati Medical Center and the Skin and Cancer Foundation involved in training residents in dermatology.

    Dr. Riya’s affiliations include among others memberships in the UP Pre-Med Honor Society, Philippine Medical Association, Skin and Cancer Foundation, Inc.,, Philippine Dermatological Society, American Academy of Dermatology and the International Society of Dermatology.

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    Friday, January 23, 2009

    SMS Pigeon Clocking System Text Format

    SMS Pigeon Clocking System version 3.0

    Advantages of our mobile phones:


    1. Handy

    2. Portable

    3. Cheap

    4. Convenient


    XDev Pigeon Clocking System accepts SMS and MMS from 3 Telco companies in the Philippines, such as Globe, Smart and Sun cellular network, by using one central access number (2948).


    These networks are connected to a single gateway, which serves as a time server.



    Text Formats:


    KEYWORD OUTER INNER,

    KEYWORD RELEASE,

    KEYWORD SCHEDULE,

    KEYWORD REG,

    KEYWORD UNREG,

    KEYWORD FORECAST,

    KEYWORD CUTOFF,

    KEYWORD SUNRISE,

    KEYWORD SUNSET,

    KEYWORD RESULT,

    KEYWORD RESULTOB,

    KEYWORD RESULTYB,

    KEYWORD HELP,

    KEYWORD TEST


    Entry Format


    CRPC OUTER INNER

    OUTER: 3 OR 4 DIGIT NUMBER

    INNER: ANY NUMERIC VALUE (unknown to the system)


    Allowed delimiter: [space , asterisk *, sharp #]


    CRPC 123 4567

    CRPC 123*4567

    CRPC 123#4567

    CRPC 1234 5678

    CRPC 1234*5678

    CRPC 1234#5678


    No race codes, club coding, or player names. This is much easier to input and easy to remember.

    By texting a correct entry format, the system will reply.


    CRPC Clock, message sent, time stamp, released time, race point,

    lap, loft, distance, flight, total minutes, pigeon ID and the speed.


    Sample:


    CRPC Clock-[Crpc 7593*4775]

    Time:2009-01-04 08:44:47,

    Released:2009-01-04 06:41:31,

    Race Point:Plaridel,

    Lap:1,

    Loft:NDR LOFT,

    Distance:135822.38,

    Flight:2:3:16,

    Minutes:123.27,

    Pigeon ID:CRPA 07-75255,

    Speed:1101.858

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    If you send an invalid entry code or outer number the system will reply:


    CRPC:Sorry, Your entry does not exist. Pls. check the outer number and mobile number, if its really registered to you. visit yonapro.com


    What to do?


    Check carefully your sticker or rubber outer number. If error still persist contact your club committees.


    Possible errors are:

    • Race entry does not exist.

    • Outer number was encoded incorrectly.

    • Mobile phone is incorrectly registered, check your ID number assigned to you.

    • Outer number is assigned to other player/member.


    Note:

    • You can not use mobile phones of other players

    • Other players/members can not send or texted your entries using their mobile phones












    Release Format


    CRPC RELEASE


    Upon using this service the system will reply this for players.


    CRPC:The birds was released at exactly [2009-01-04 06:41:31]

    Location:Plaridel,

    Distance:132154.12 .

    Text CRPC HELP for more keywords.


    Not yet released


    CRPC:Sorry, the birds was not yet released.

    Text CRPC HELP for more keywords. visit yonapro.com



    Schedule Format


    CRPC SCHEDULE


    The system will send a schedule list based on your race schedules inputed into the system.


    Sample reply:


    CRPC:Schedule,

    CRPC-S-Aparri: 2008-07-04.



    Registration Format


    CRPC REG MEMBERID

    CRPC UNREG


    This is onetime registration only. But you can register multiple mobile numbers.


    Sample:


    CRPC REG 168


    the system will register the mobile number to member 168.

    (CRPC: Gilbert Laurel).


    CRPC:Gilbert Laurel, Thank you for registering to CRPC clocking system. visit yonapro.com






    CRPC UNREG


    CRPC:Your mobile number 9164059671 is no longer registered. To register your mobile number Text CRPC REG MemberID, or Text CRPC HELP for more keywords. visit yonapro.com


    Why do we need to register?

    This are for security measure, proper identification and for

    expanded control.


    Note:

    • You can not register multiple ID number with one mobile phone

    • Always double check your assigned ID number

    • You can register multiple mobile phones with one ID number.



    Speed Forecasting Format


    CRPC FORECAST


    The system can aide players through speed forecasting, by computing their speed prediction based on their own distance and based on the actual release time.

    Each players will have their own predication based on their distance and actual release time. Speed prediction will be from: 1400,1300,1200...700.


    CRPC:Speed Forecast [APROX]

    Released:2008-12-28 06:57:08,

    Location:Lucena,

    Distance:93767.31

    1400:08:04:08,

    1300:08:10:08,

    1200:08:16:08,

    1100:08:23:08,

    1000:08:31:08,

    900:08:42:08,

    800:08:55:08,

    700:09:11:08,

    600:09:34:08,

    500:10:05:08,

    Text CRPC HELP for more keywords.












    Cutoff Format


    CRPC CUTOFF


    The system can help you compute your cutoff time, based on your own distance and actual time of release.


    CRPC:Your cutoff is approximately [700:2009-01-04 09:56:31].

    Based on Released:2009-01-04 06:41:31,

    Location:Plaridel,

    Distance:135915.78

    Text CRPC HELP for more keywords. visit yonapro.com



    Sunrise and Sunset Format


    CRPC SUNRISE

    CRPC SUNSET


    CRPC:Todays rise - 2009-01-06 06:23:22,

    Todays set - 2009-01-06 17:40:57,

    Tomorrow rise - 2009-01-07 06:23:40,

    Tomorrow set - 2009-01-07 17:41:33

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    Result Format


    CRPC RESULT – All (combined Old and Young)

    CRPC RESULTOB – Old birds

    CRPC RESULTYB – Young birds


    System will generate a real time and unofficial result, the system can send top 10 records. Again this is an unofficial result , which is subject for verification and checking by the each clubs.


    Sample Reply:


    CRPC:Unofficial result: [YB]

    1. GENER SAPNO-8351:1049.056,

    2. ROWELL BELLA-8187:1040.243,

    3. RANDY DE-GUZMAN-8261:1014.124,

    4. WILFREDO SAMACO-8094:1013.632,

    5. JOEL-BUKOL DELA-CRUZ-8139:1003.696,

    6. FERDIE SALUD-8046:995.411,

    7. ROWELL BELLA-8363:992.343,

    8. ALVIN FONTANILLA-8026:986.455,

    9. WILFREDO SAMACO-8093:973.723,

    10. PHILIP NUBLA SR.-8312:967.459,

    Text CRPC HELP for more keywords. visit yonapro.com

    CRPC:Unofficial result: [OB]

    1. GEORGE JAVINES-CRPA 08-10826:1027.083,

    2. DENNIS REYES-CRPA 08-10487:1018.211,

    3. DENNIS REYES-CRPA 08-10723:984.999,

    4. WILFREDO SAMACO-CRPA 07-76389:983.338,

    5. WILFREDO SAMACO-PHC 08-09373:979.303,

    6. HARDY BARZAGA-CRPA 08-10645:977.572,

    7. MANUEL DELA-CRUZ-CRPA 08-10911:961.057,

    8. GEORGE JAVINES-TRPA 02-020769:957.652,

    9. WILFREDO SAMACO-CRPA 08-10300:919.366,

    10. NOEL BERNARDO-CRPA 06-060266:914.551,

    Text CRPC HELP for more keywords. visit yonapro.com


    CRPC:Unofficial result: [ALL]

    1. GENER SAPNO-8351:1049.056,

    2. ROWELL BELLA-8187:1040.243,

    3. GEORGE JAVINES-CRPA 08-10826:1027.083,

    4. DENNIS REYES-CRPA 08-10487:1018.211,

    5. RANDY DE-GUZMAN-8261:1014.124,

    6. WILFREDO SAMACO-8094:1013.632,

    7. JOEL-BUKOL DELA-CRUZ-8139:1003.696,

    8. FERDIE SALUD-8046:995.411,

    9. ROWELL BELLA-8363:992.343,

    10. ALVIN FONTANILLA-8026:986.455,

    Text CRPC HELP for more keywords. visit yonapro.com



    Other error messages:


    CRPA:Sorry, no race result yet, pls try again later. Text CRPA HELP for more keywords.


    CRPA:Sorry, Mobile number not registered.


    CRPA:Sorry, Invalid/Incomplete inner number [OB]. Pls check your sticker/rubber number carefully.


    CRPA:Sorry, Invalid code format, pls. check sample code:[123 4567, 123*4567, 123#4567]. Text CRPA HELP for more keywords.


    CRPC:Sorry, your subscription has expired. You have to renew it to continue with this services. If you have questions contact us at www.xdevsoft.com - info@xdevsoft.com



    Text cost:


    Globe – 2.50

    Smart – 2.50

    Sun – 2.00


    • Unlimited text load are not allowed

    • Roaming are not allowed