Monthly Archives: March 2026

Red Light Therapy: Mechanisms, Clinical Applications, and Evidence-Based Considerations

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Red light therapy (RLT), or photobiomodulation (PBM), has emerged as a non-thermal, light-based modality with growing support in the biomedical literature. Its clinical relevance spans dermatology, wound healing, and regenerative medicine. As interest expands, it is important to distinguish between … Continue reading ⭢

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Is there a difference between K beauty skincare and American skincare?

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

Korean moisturizers place an emphasis on products that hydrate the skin while leaving a texture that remains light to the touch. Rather than trying to combine all the the ingredients in a single product as American moisturizers sometimes do, Korean … Continue reading ⭢

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A Guide on How to Analyze a Plastic Surgeon’s Before and After Photos

Posted on March 20, 2026 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

We are in an unprecedented era of visibility for aesthetic procedures. Anyone can go online and have immediate access to before and after photos, videos, and even procedure vlogs documenting the whole process from consultation to recovery. How then is … Continue reading ⭢

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My upper eyelids feel heavy and it feels like the skin is sagging. Do I need an upper blepharoplasty or browlift?

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Donald B. Yoo, M.D.

The periorbital area includes the upper eyelids and the eyebrows, and the interplay between the two anatomic units is important in creating a comprehensive rejuvenation to the eyes. For most patients the eyebrow position looks most aesthetically pleasing when the … Continue reading ⭢

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