Schaumburg, IL, Dec. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dermatologic Surgery, the official scientific journal of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), has published a special issue on facial assessment with the generous support of Galderma, Inc.
“This special issue was created to provide dermatologists with a practical framework to conduct facial evaluations for patients in a comprehensive manner with a focus on individualized, diversity-sensitive and structured consultations,” said ASDS President Kavita Mariwalla, MD, who served as the special issue’s Guest Editor and lead author. “This concept merges science, art and empathy to ensure safe, equitable care with clinical precision for all patients.”
The authors write that “facial rejuvenation is most effective when guided by a holistic, patient-centered assessment that integrates anatomical, psychological and cultural dimensions.” Their articles detail emerging digital tools and structured frameworks that help physicians implement this approach to individualized treatment plans, including the Galderma Facial Assessment Scale (FAS™) and its companion augmented-reality application FACE by Galderma™.
Articles in the special issue include:
- Current Standards of Facial Assessment and Opportunities for Improvement
- Assessing the Upper Face: Forehead and Periorbital Region
- Assessing the Midface: Nose and Cheeks
- Assessing the Lower Face: Lips, Chin, and Jawline
- Assessing the Submental and Neck Region
- Putting it all Together: Assessing the Whole Face in the Context of the Whole Patient
Contributors include:
- Kavita Mariwalla, MD, Guest Editor
- Daniel Belkin, MD
- Charles Boyd, MD, MBA
- Sabrina Fabi, MD
- Rebecca Fitzgerald, MD
- Breanna Pasko Jernigan, PhD
- Amelia Hausauer, MD
- Shilpi Khetarpal, MD
- Wendy Lee, MD, MS
- José R. Montes, MD
The authors graciously acknowledge Galderma for supporting the development of the supplemental issue and extend their appreciation to Carolyne Bromley of Fusion MD for providing logistical support and project management. The special issue was distributed with the December 2025 issue of Dermatologic Surgery and is available on the Wolters Kluwer website. ASDS members receive a complimentary print and/or digital journal subscription with their membership. To learn more, visit asds.net/Publications.
###
About the Journal
Dermatologic Surgery, published in the Lippincott portfolio by Wolters Kluwer, is the official publication for the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS), International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) and the Dermatologic & Aesthetic Surgery International League (DASIL). Founded in 1975, this respected monthly journal is exclusively devoted to dermatologic surgery, publishing the most clinically comprehensive and up-to-date information in its field. Dermatologic Surgery provides today’s most expansive and in-depth coverage of cosmetic and reconstructive skin surgery and skin cancer through peer-reviewed original articles, extensive illustrations, case reports, ongoing features, literature reviews and correspondence. The DermSurgery Digest Podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and ASDS Learn. Follow the journal on Facebook, X (Twitter) and Instagram.
About the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) is the largest specialty organization exclusively representing dermatologic surgeons who have the unique training and experience required to treat the health, function and beauty of patients’ skin, hair and nails. ASDS members are pioneers in the field, often involved in clinical studies that substantiate popular procedures to revitalize and repair skin, enhance skin care devices and improve standard techniques. Dermatologic surgeons are also experts in skin cancer prevention, detection and treatment. As the incidence of skin cancer rises, dermatologic surgeons are committed to spreading sun safety awareness to minimize the life-threatening effects of this disease. For more information, visit asds.net.
For physician news, follow ASDS Members on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads, YouTube and LinkedIn.
For patient education, follow ASDS Skin MD on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Threads, YouTube and TikTok.
Locate a dermatologic surgeon in your area: asds.net/find
- Facial Assessment in a Diverse World