- Warts
- Medical Weight LossThis is a non-laser medical device that utilizes radiofrequency waves to tighten and lift skin on the face, arms, tops of the hands, abdomen, and hanging loose skin of the upper arms as well as improves the appearance of cellulite. One can have their brows elevated to reduce "hooding" of the upper eyelids associated with aging. This process also tightens loose hanging skin of the neck as well as tighten abdominal wrinkling after having had children or weight loss. This procedure is also very useful for the "love handles" around the waist of men. There is no downtime and most patients notice improvement at the completion of the procedure. The Thermage procedure causes continued collagen tightening over a period of 6 months with satisfying results lasting 2 to 3 years. Dr. Handler has the newest and most effective Thermage device in all of northwest Ohio. Dr. Handler personally performs the procedure and has several years of expertise in its use with gratifying results in all of his patients. Thermage CPT is a benchmark by which all other similar procedures measure their results.
- Pediatric CareDr. Harvey L. Handler is a Board Certified Dermatologist located in Sylvania, OH. Dr. Handler diagnoses and treats diseases of the skin, hair, and nails, as well as cosmetic enhancement of aging skin. Dr. Handler's subspecialties include pediatrics, all cultures, and skin of color.
- Family PracticeWhile he is trained in general Dermatology for treatment of acne, eczema, psoriasis, various skin eruptions (rashes), and detection and elimination of skin cancer, he is an expert in Pediatric and Geriatric Dermatology as well as treatment of diseases of skin of color. Dr. Handler lectures regularly to other physicians and mentors family practice residents concerning the latest treatments available for skin diseases.
- Pregnancy
- BotoxBotox Cosmetic / Dysport is a neuromuscular blocker to prevent certain muscles that produce wrinkles and lines. It is also used very effectively for hyperhidrosis (excess sweating) in the axillae (underarms).
- Brow LiftThis procedure can lift "jowls", sagging necks, "hooding" of the upper eyelid, brow lift, tighten loose skin on the top of the hands, crepe skin on the abdomen of women who have had children with loose skin remaining or secondary to weight loss. It is also very helpful in shrinking the "love handles" around the waist of men. Now Dr. Handler has the newest and latest and more efficient Thermage (CPT) Thermacool device to deliver more energy and power to tighten and lift sagging skin on the face and is well-suited to reduce the appearance of cellulite.
- Body ContouringDr. Handler also has the newest Thermage deep skin tightening device for body contouring and cellulite treatment in all of northwest Ohio. Dr. Handler can perform body contouring and improve cellulite appearance by melting fat and tightening the skin. This is especially useful for the “handles” in men, crepe abdomens in post-partum women, cellulite on the thighs, and smoothing and contouring fat deposits along the hips of women. It is also useful for reducing hanging skin after weight loss. See the before and after photos in the photo gallery for this procedure. Minimal discomfort and no down time.
- Cosmetic Dermatology
- Skin Cancer
- DermatologyDr. Harvey L. Handler is a Board Certified Dermatologist who has treated and helped thousands of patients during his career in Dermatology. He is a graduate of Indiana University Medical School and completed his Dermatology residency training at Cleveland Metropolitan General Hospital and the University of Pennsylvania Medical School. He served as Chief of Dermatology at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base during his active duty in the United States Air Force before entering private practice in Toledo, Ohio in 1975. He has privileges at many area hospitals and was Director of Dermatology at Medical College of Ohio in Toledo for several years where he lectured and taught regularly while in private practice. He has also served as Director of Dermatology at the Flower Hospital Campus where he maintains his practice.
- Acne Treatment
- Eczema
- Lesions
- Chemical PeelsDifferent chemicals are utilized consisting of glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and trichloroacetic acid. These peels help to remove omedones (blackheads), lighten brown sun spots (age spots), enhance glow to a dull sun-damaged complexion, exfoliate sun-damaged skin, and improve fine lines. These peels are also very helpful for acne-scarred skin and associated discoloration from acne. Chemical peels are also used in conjunction with glycolic acid, creams, and retinaldehydes to reduce melasma (mask of pregnancy). Dr. Handler's specialty hand peels rejuvenate the the tops of your hands by eliminating or greatly reducing sun spots (age spots) and wrinkles.
- Rashes
- Skin CareDr. Handler’s office has available several types of skin care products for anti-aging, lightening, and removing “age spots”. Dr. Handler's products also improve fine lines, reduce and fade acne scars, and tighten sagging skin as a result of aging and sun damage. These products consist of glycolic, salicylic, and trichloroacetic acids, retinaldehydes, facial peels, sunscreens, cleansers, and moisturizers for use on the face and most body areas.
- PsoriasisDr. Handler is Board Certified in Dermatology and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, as well as an active member of the Society of Pediatric Dermatology, Society of Cosmetic and Laser Surgery, National Psoriasis Foundation, National Vitiligo Foundation, National Rosacea Foundation, Ohio State Medical Association, Ohio Dermatology Association, Michigan Dermatological Society, and the Academy of Medicine of Toledo, Ohio and Lucas County.