dermatological treatment

[ˌdɜːrmətəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈtriːtmənt]
nounpl: dermatological treatments
tratamento dermatológico
1. Medical care or therapy administered by a dermatologist to treat skin conditions, diseases, or cosmetic concerns
She underwent dermatological treatment for her severe acne condition.
Ela se submeteu a um tratamento dermatológico para sua condição severa de acne.
2. Any therapeutic procedure or medication applied to the skin to address dermatological issues
Laser dermatological treatment has become increasingly popular for removing scars.
O tratamento dermatológico a laser tornou-se cada vez mais popular para remover cicatrizes.
3. Professional medical intervention focusing on prevention, diagnosis, and cure of skin disorders
The dermatological treatment plan included topical creams and oral medications.
O plano de tratamento dermatológico incluía cremes tópicos e medicamentos orais.
In Brazil, dermatological treatments are widely sought both for medical necessity and cosmetic enhancement. There is a significant cultural emphasis on skincare and appearance, with dermatologists being highly valued professionals. In the United States, dermatological treatment is primarily covered by insurance when medically necessary, though cosmetic procedures are often out-of-pocket. The term is used formally in medical settings and increasingly in commercial beauty and wellness contexts in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
skin treatmentdermatological therapyskin therapydermatological care

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tratamento dermatológico
Standard term used throughout Brazil in medical and cosmetic contexts
São Paulo
tratamento dermatológico; procedimento dermatológico
Both terms commonly used in São Paulo's medical clinics and hospitals
Rio de Janeiro
tratamento da pele; tratamento dermatológico
Often simplified to 'tratamento da pele' in casual conversation
Portugal
tratamento dermatológico
Same terminology as Brazil; European Portuguese maintains consistent medical terminology

Related Words

dermatologistdermatologyskin conditiontopical medicationtherapeutic procedurecosmetic dermatology

Related Idioms & Phrases

seeking professional dermatological treatment
undergoing dermatological treatment
dermatological treatment plan
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