Dr. Larry Bishop March 2009 Newsletter Office 7125 Murrell Rd | Viera, FL 32940-7999 (321) 242-8790 Physican Assistants Emily Neel, PA-C | Leigh Breznay, PA-C Thanks for taking the time to look at our newsletter. With this format, we believe we can do a better job of educating you to what is going on in the world of dermatology, as well as give you some tips on how to best care for your skin. Since I like to eat, I'm going to review local restaurants that really stand out to me. Please give the restaurants a try; I will only be reviewing the winners, and will discreetly avoid the less appetizing establishments. Finally, we can link you to some articles that will pique your interest, and maybe save a life or two! AAs a brief introduction to those who may be learning about my practice for the first time, I have been practicing in the Melbourne area for the last 14 years. During that time, we have been fortunate to be affiliated with MIMA, one of the best group practices in the United States. I really love the Space Coast and could not imagine living anywhere else. I went to medical school in Dayton, Ohio, interned at the University of Pennsylvania, did my residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center, the Air Force's flagship hospital, and I worked as an exchange resident in Paris at the world's oldest hospital dedicated to dermatologic conditions, Hopital Saint-Louis in Paris, France. I have counted myself to be very fortunate to be named to one "Best Doctors in America" type list or another every year for the last nine years, and believe that is largely due to the great patients who put up with my jokes. So, please enjoy the newsletter, and if you have suggestions for future newsletters, let us know!      Larry Bishop, M.D. Juvéderm® is a gel made of hyaluronic acid—a naturally occurring substance in your skin that helps to add volume and hydration. MIMA Derm injects Juvéderm® under the skin to restore your skin's volume and smooth away  wrinkles and folds, like your “smile lines” or “parentheses”.  Click here for more info Skin Fact of the Month Most skin cancers are caused by UVB, which are the "burning" rays that cause sunburn. The UVB blockers do a terrible job of blocking the UVA rays which are the "aging" rays. Think B=Burn, A=Aging. The two best sunscreens for blocking UVA are Mexoryl SX, which is in a limited number of sunscreens, and Parsol 1789, which is an older, less persistent UVA blocker. Estimates are that Mexoryl SX continues to block UVA for up to 2 hours, and Parsol 1789 for 30-45 minutes after application. So, if you want to stay looking younger for a longer time, block that UVA! Word of the Month aphorism • \AF-uh-riz-um\ • noun 1.  a concise statement of a principle 2. a terse formulation of a truth or sentiment Example Sentence: Through his work as a radio broadcaster, Ted has entertained countless listeners with his feel-good stories and his pithy, down-home aphorisms. Monthly Special SkinCeuticals Active UV Defense SPF 15 20% off This sunscreen is water and sweat resistant, and provides the best UVA blocking capacity available because it contains Mexoryl SX. Monthly Restraunt Review - Lucky Garden 2 (Chinese Cuisine) I still remember the thought I had when I finisihed my first meal in Lucky Garden 2. "This is a GREAT restaurant!" I was amazed at the attentive service, the quality of the food and overall friendly atmosphere, and in the several years since I have been dining there, I have yet to change my opinion. The food is still top-notch, the wait staff are always friendly and courteous and the food is still simply awesome. My initial impressions were validated when LG2 was named one of the 100 Top Chinese Restaurants in the US in 2006. The owners, Grace and Jimmy Zhao, are from Szechuan Province and Harbei, China respectively, and their award-winning head chef is also from Szechuan Province. That being said, the whole universe of Chinese food is available to you here, from all the standards such as Peking Duck to General Tso's Chicken to Snow White Prawns (my wife's favorite) to more exotic fare, such as the traditional Chinese "hot pot" Sha Guos. They serve both vegetarian and traditional meals. A simple word to the wait staff will "kick it up a notch" if you prefer spicy meals, or if you don't like spicy food the chef will tone it down to your tastes. There are some really phenomenal menu items, such as the Chilean Sea Bass and the Lamb in Ginger Scallion Sauce, which always impress our visitors from out of town, and even those of us who have eaten from Singapore to Sausalito are impressed with the quality of the meals. Having eaten there more than any other restaurant in my life, it would be difficult to nail down which one meal is my favorite, but the meal would go something like this: I would start with either the steamed dumplings or vegetable spring roll, then graduate to Kung Pao Chicken (I ask them to spice it up a bit) or Peking Duck, served with steamed brown rice and iced tea. I have had nearly everything on their menu and would not steer you clear of anything they serve. They also have a terrific sushi chef who can twist up some great rolls for you. The restaurant recently grew, having taken over the vacated space next door, and now has a full liquor bar and high definition televisions to add the finishing touch. This restaurant is my favorite restaurant in Melbourne, because of the cuisine, the service and the atmosphere. It doesn't hurt that the owners are also heavily into both local and international philanthropic efforts, most recently raising money for the earthquake victims in Szechuan Province. Enjoy!!    Dr. Larry Bishop has teamed with Space Coast Massage Therapy Institute to provide cosmetic dermatology services for their clientele. Call 729-9000 for appointments Product Spotlight: LATISSE The first and only FDA approved treatment for hypotrichosis used to grow eyelashes, making them longer, thicker, and darker. Read more... MIMA Dermatology Gift Certificates Available Perfect for Birthdays! Easter and MotherEaster and Mother's Day will be here soon! Order them today! Click here to read online