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Dr Vincent Richer - Dermatology

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Dr Vincent Richer - Dermatology

Medical and Cosmetic DermatologIst at in Vancouver.

Clinical Instructor and Director of Continuing Medical Education - University of British Columbia Department of Dermatology and Skin Science

03/08/2026

I was recently asked a bit of a “hot take”: to choose my favorite treatment that my patients ask the least about.

Biostimulation with calcium hydroxyapatite (Radiesse) came to mind right away.

Biostimulation is a process where agents are injected under the skin to trigger a response from our own cells (fibroblasts) to generate collagen, elastin and other molecules within the skin. Radiesse in particular provides “high fidelity” biostimulation, where it builds these components to restore the microscopic structure of the skin.

This is to treat skin that has been made thin by time, sun exposure or bad acne that has led to scarring. Treatment can help with areas of volume loss while simultaneously improving skin quality like elasticity. Results can be observed over weeks and build progressively.

Ask us if you are a good candidate for biostimulation with Radiesse next time you are in office.

$We are getting more and more familiar with Tixel and its benefits for our patients. Tixel uses fractional heat delivered...$

03/07/2026

We are getting more and more familiar with Tixel and its benefits for our patients. Tixel uses fractional heat delivered to the skin to improve skin texture, such as fine lines. It is especially well-suited for the delicate skin of the eyelids. Since it is not a laser, it can be used on eyelid skin without the need for metal corneal shields.

The area is cleansed, numbing cream is used and the treatment is delivered over a few minutes. Though the treatment delivery feels hot and stingy afterwards, cold compresses and cold packs soothe the skin quickly and Alastin Regenerating Skin Nectar shortens the recovery by two days. Expect redness and swelling over 2-3 days, with gentle scaling/peeling for the remainder of the week. Tixel strikes the right balance between a tolerable, repeatable treatment, and with the results it can provide.

Ask us about Tixel next time you are in office!

03/06/2026

While scars can fade naturally over time, many will stay bright and prominent without treatment. ⁠⁠
If yours are in a visible place like your face or hands, you might be eager to find scar reduction options.⁠⁠
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Depending on the type and location of your scar, injectables may be a suitable option.⁠⁠
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These are the injectable options in our scar treatment toolkit:⁠⁠
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1) Steroids⁠⁠
2) 5-fluorouracil⁠⁠
3) Botulinum toxin (Botox)⁠⁠
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Wondering which would be right for you? ⁠⁠
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Book your consultation today and let's discuss what your best options are!

$You know I eat and breathe laser resurfacing.Fraxel, Halo, fractional CO2 laser… these lasers deliver infrared beams of ...$

03/04/2026

You know I eat and breathe laser resurfacing.

Fraxel, Halo, fractional CO2 laser… these lasers deliver infrared beams of energy to the skin to improve texture, sun damage, fine lines or acne scarring.

Clear & Brilliant is a gentler, Summer-friendly version – very much so a “mini-Fraxel” or “Fraxel Refresh”. Social down time is easier, with 1-2 days of redness and a bit of a gritty texture up to day 5.

Our nurses and techs Lorraine, Kyle and Stephanie are rockstars at delivering Clear & Brilliant.

Get in touch with us via info@atelierderm.ca to get more information!

03/03/2026

Combinations yield results!

Curious if we can double-up on your visit, and do two or three treatments? We often can, and combinations can boost results significantly. Ask us!

During this husband “tune-up”, we treated a red scar with vascular laser and administered Skinvive in the same sitting, making for both a convenient and effective treatment.

Book your consultation today and let's discuss your treatments options!

03/02/2026

Treating pigmentation can be very tricky, because not all causes respond as well to treatment.
Our patient was referred by an extremely skilled dermatologist colleague who removed a mole on the nose via surgery. Both she and the patient were hoping that the hyperpigmentation that occurred after the procedure could be improved.

Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (or PIH for short) is a real challenge. Between skin care, prescription topicals and gentle picosecond laser treatment, this improvement was observed less than 2 months later.

Bonus? Our patient started using Blemish & Age Defense serum by and noticed an improvement in the enlarged pores on his nose. Combining skincare with procedures is often the way to get the best out of the process.

02/07/2026

As we move towards the sunnier season, we may give our lasers a rest, but that doesn’t mean we stop treating acne scars. ⁠
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Soft hyaluronic acid gels can be injected in rolling or boxcar acne scars to improve their appearance – this is especially useful when patients are on a timeline and want to avoid the longer downtime of a resurfacing procedure. ⁠
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This patient’s result is from two treatment sessions.⁠
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Is this treatment right for you? Book your consultation today and we can go over your options.

Give us a call at 778-328-4601 or email us at info@atelierderm.ca

02/05/2026

When we make the diagnosis of “traditional sun spot”, also known as solar lentigo, devices have great potential to improve the pigment. ⁠⚡⁠
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This cheat sheet is an oversimplification of our options.⁠
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Want to discuss your own treatment options? Book a consultation today!⁠

Give us a call at 778-328-4601 or email us at info@atelierderm.ca

01/29/2026

Rosacea presents in many ways: pimples and pustules are best treated with prescription topicals or if needed oral treatments, but background redness and dilated/broken blood vessels respond to energy-based devices like laser.

Our patient had two rounds of treatment with a green light laser (KTP - ExcelV by ).⁠

Is this treatment right for you? Give us a call at 778-328-4601 or email us at info@atelierderm.ca

01/26/2026

Double up!

His & hers?
Mother & daughter?
His & his?
Besties?

It’s always a pleasure to see our patients as pairs for their appointment, whether they be family or chosen family. It can be sharing the excitement or providing a bit of emotional support – or both! Who are you booking with?

01/25/2026

Tixel has entered the chat!

We are excited to introduce Tixel at Pacific Derm Atelier. This is a new technology that uses a heat plate to deliver heat energy to the skin surface that creates micro-channels. It complements our generous offerings in skin resurfacing – a category of treatments where skin surface is improved by causing a controlled skin injury that stimulates a healing response.

Because Tixel is not a laser device, it is especially suitable to treat the delicate skin of the eyelids. We are excited to see how well it will do for the changes of crepiness under the eyes. A series of 3+ treatments is recommended.

Ask us more about Tixel during your next visit!

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200-2425 Hemlock Street
Vancouver, BC
V6H4E1

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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http://www.pacificderm.ca/

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