About Dr.Nikita Patel

Dr. Nikita Patel is an eminent Dermatologist, Cosmetologist and Trichologist who trained at the prestigious Armed Forces Medical College, Pune. Her outstanding performance led her to receive the coveted ‘Dr. Thambiah’s Gold Medal’ for excellence in DNB dermatology at national level. She has been a fellow of dermatosurgery fellow  ACSI. She has been trained in advanced aesthetic techniques like botox, fillers, PRP and lasers by the best in the industry.

Having worked with many teaching hospitals and private clinics, Dr. Patel understands how big an impact skin and hair disease can have on your life and consequently how important the right treatment is.

With almost 8 years experience in the field, she has various presentations and publications in national and international forums to her merit. She attends various conferences and workshops to keep her self abreast of the latest advances in dermatology.

Clinical and Aesthetic dermatology are her areas of special interest.

Dr. Nikita Patel consults on all skin, hair and nail diseases in both adults and children. In addition, she offers comprehensive surgical and cosmetic dermatology care.

 Scientific publications

1.    Co-authored a chapter in ‘Cosmetic dermatology- a practical and evidence based approach’ Chapter 56- Hair disorders

2.    Immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome in leprosy, Sanghi S, Grewal RS, Vasudevan B, Lodha N. Indian J Lepr. 2011 Apr-Jun; 83(2): 61-70

3.    Biju Vasudevan, Manas Chatterjee, Rajan Grewal, Vandana Rana, Nikita Lodha. A Case of Disseminated Superficial Porokeratosis Associated with Giant Porokeratosis in Pregnancy. Indian Journal of Dermatology 2014; 59(5)

4.    Poojary SA, Lodha N, Gupta N. Psoriasis in autoimmune polyendocrine syndrome type I: A possible complication or a non-endocrine minor component?. Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 2015;81:166-9

5.    Lodha N, Poojary SA. A novel contrast stain for the rapid diagnosis of pityriasis versicolor: A comparison of Chicago Sky Blue 6B stain, potassium hydroxide mount and culture. Indian J Dermatol 2015;60:340-4

6.    Coexistence of psoriasis and primary high-grade subcutaneous leiomyosarcoma. Indian Dermatol Online J 2016;7:541-3

7.    Author of chapter ‘Alkaptonuria’ in book ‘Clinical Correlation and Diagnostic implications in Dermatology’-2017

8.    Author of chapter ‘Calcinosis Cutis’ in book ‘Clinical Correlation and Diagnostic implications in Dermatology’

Her Presentations are as follows:

1.    Hidradenitis suppurativa with keratoacanthomas: a rare case (poster). Dermacon, 2016

2.    Methotrexate toxicity: a case series (poster). Dermacon, 2016

3.    Acroangiodermatitis of Mali: a Case series (Poster). Cuticon, 2015

4.    Efficacy and safety of Platelet Rich Plasma therapy in Alopecia- a pilot study.

Clinical meet at RGMC hospital 2015

5.    Psoriasis and malignancy-an enigma. Free paper. Cuticon. 2014

6.    A comparison of Chicago sky blue stain, potassium hydroxide mount and culture for the diagnosis of pityriasis versicolor

Oral paper presentation, XI International Congress of dermatology, New Delhi, 2013

7.    Scabies masquerading as exfoliative dermatitis in a case of SLE. Clinical meet at RGMC hospital 2014

8.    Psoriasis and malignancy-an enigma. Clinical meet at RGMC hospital 2014

9.    A comparison of Chicago sky blue stain, potassium hydroxide mount and culture for the diagnosis of pityriasis versicolor. Dr A C Parikh award. Cuticon 2013

10. Keratoacanthoma- like ENL lesions as the presenting feature of lepromatous leprosy in a pregnant female. Lepcon, Mumbai, 2012.

11. Study of clinicohistopathological correlation in cases of Hansen’s disease.

Lepcon, Mumbai, 2012.

12. Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome.Clinical meet at K J Somaiya hospital, 2011

13. A study comparing the therapeutic response of melasma to 90% Lactic acid Vs 20% Lactic acid and 90% Arginine peel. Dr. S L Wadhwa award, Cuticon, Maharashtra, 2010

Academic achievements

1.    DNB Gold Medal- Dr A S Thambiah Gold medal for DVD (DNB), June 2013

2.    Amala dermatology Gold Medal Exam, Thrissur, 2011- Third rank

3.    IADVL GSK QUIZ, CUTICON, MAHARASHTRA, 2010

State preliminary round – First rank

State finals – First rank

West zone- Second rank

4.    Distinction in biochemistry, pathology and ophthalmology in M.B.B.S

5.    Received J.R.D. Tata scholarship for academic performance in first, second and third year M.B.B.S consecutively.

6.    Quizmaster ACS(I) Westzone Quiz 2017

Memberships

1.    Indian Association of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy (IADVL)

2.    Association of Cutaneous Surgeons of India (ACSI)

Expertise

Acne scar surgery- dermaroller, Platelet rich plasma therapy (PRP), chemical peels, subcission

Vitiligo surgery- Punch graft, Suction blister graft, Non culture keratinocyte melanocyte transfer

Alopecia (Hair loss)-  dermaroller, PRP

Dermatosurgery- warts, nevi, skin tags, corn, lipomas, cysts etc

Laser hair removal

Keloid treatment

Botox and fillers.

For more information visit: www.clearskinclinic.in

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Top Laser Hair Removal Myths That Are Not True..!!!
When it comes to hair removal there are many options. You can quickly shave away your hair, but they grow back as quickly and often cause itching and bad in growths. Waxing will snatch away not just your hair but also the protective lipid layer causing irritation and folliculitis. Depilatory creams are known to cause dermatitis and pigmentation in their aftermath.
People often associate laser hair removal to be a painful procedure which will burn a hole in their pockets. These and some more myths prompted us to clear the air about some wrongful beliefs about LHR and why LHR should be your go-to procedure for smooth hairless skin.
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Top Laser Hair Removal Myths that are not True..!!!

When it comes to hair removal there are many options. You can quickly shave away your hair, but they grow back as quickly and often cause itching and bad ingrowths. Waxing will snatch away not just your hair but also the protective lipid layer causing irritation and folliculitis. Depilatory creams  are known to cause dermatitis and pigmentation in their aftermath.

People often associate laser hair removal to be a painful procedure which will burn a hole in their pockets. These and some more myths prompted us to clear the air about some wrongful beliefs about LHR and why LHR should be your go-too procedure for smooth hairless skin .

Myth 1: Laser Hair Removal causes the hair to grow more dense and frequent.

Fact 1: Laser Hair Removal doesn’t cause the hair to grow more dense. Infact, each treatment should cause a reduction of between 10 percent and 25 percent in hair growth. There is a visible reduction in the density, thickness and growth rate of hair at successive sessions. The hair that does eventually grow back typically returns much finer and lighter than before, as indicated by the American Academy of Dermatology, so areas that were once problematic may be less bothersome even when the hair grows back.

Myth 2: Laser Hair Removal is not safe.

Fact 2:    Laser Hair Removal safety is dependent on the laser system that is used. FDA has recommended and approved hair removal systems which are safe to use. It is always recommended to go to certified Dermatologist who are using FDA approved system to avoid problems during and after Laser hair removal process.

Myth 3: Laser Hair Removal exposes you to radiation

Fact 3: FDA recommended and approved hair removal systems do not emit radiations. So it’s not harmful for patients going through LHR.

Myth 4: One can get permanent hair removal in one sitting or session

Fact 4: Laser energy damages the follicles in the growing phase (anagen). Several treatments are needed to target ALL hair in the active growth phase. Approximately 6-10 weeks after every treatment, additional treatment is required to eliminate the hairs that came out of the dormant phase and are now active. About 6 to 8 sessions are recommended to get significant hair reduction. Depending upon hair type and genetic factors, some clients may require additional treatments beyond these initial treatments.

Myth 5: Hair Removal Treatment cause burns

Fact 5: This is very rare. Depending on the skin condition. Usually this treatment causes burns if you have dark skin. Talk to your dermatologist regarding it and they will give you some pre- and post- treatment medications.

Myth 6: Laser Hair Removal are very painful to handle

Fact 6: Some patients feel a pin prick sensation that cause a minute discomfort. But LHR is not very painful. Infact it causes much less pain than waxing.

Myth 7:  Laser Hair Removal is very costly compared to other hair removing methods like waxing

Fact 7: Waxing costs less per session, but costs more than laser hair removal over the long run. The total investment is much less with lasers with permanent reduction in comparison to the cost of temporary procedures like waxing. For example, over the course of 20 years, women spend nearly 2,40,000 only on underarm waxing! Laser hair removal for underarms will cost about 14000/-. Not to mention the number of trips made to the parlour and energy spent with traditional method like waxing and threading. LHR is much more cost effective, safe, quick and efficient compared to other hair removal techniques.

Myth 8:  Laser Hair Removal is done only for women

Fact 8: It used to be that hair removal was strictly a female thing. Not so anymore.  More and more men are opting for laser hair removal to get finer and lighter hair. Beard shaping, chest, neck, back, arms etc. are favoured sites for LHR in men. 

Myth 9:  Laser Hair Removal can be done in beauty parlours

Fact 9: Laser hair removal can go very wrong and lead to irreversible damages like scarring  if done by and untrained individuals with substandard machines. The best way is to talk to a certified dermatologist regarding  LHR for you. Using the wrong laser or the wrong settings can lead to discoloration of your skin, failure of the laser to work, pain and redness, and even scarring.

Myth 10: You can’t get Laser Hair Removal treatment in summer.

Fact 10: You can get LHR in summer. However people with darker skin tone can face some minor issues. It is always recommended to talk to your dermatologist regarding LHR. A sunscreen is always recommended to prevent pre and post laser treatment.

Dr. Nikita Patel

Clear Skin Clinic

Dermatologist and Cosmetologist

Thane, Mumbai

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