Medical blog
20 articles written by the medical team at My Clinic: clear explanations of procedures, realistic expectations, and answers to the questions we hear in clinic every day.
Laser hair removal in Riyadh: how many sessions do you actually need?
The question we're asked most. The honest answer isn't a fixed number, and here's what decides it.
7 min read Non-Surgical AestheticsBotox or filler? The difference that changes your decision
Many people ask for one when they need the other. The difference isn't the name, it's the problem each one solves.
6 min read Dermatology & SkinFor womenMelasma in Riyadh's climate: why does it come back after every improvement?
The most repeated complaint in the dermatology clinic. The problem usually isn't the treatment, but what happens after it.
6 min read Dermatology & SkinAcne scars: why the order of treatment matters more than the method
Treating scars before controlling active acne wastes money and time, and increases irritation.
6 min read Dermatology & SkinFor womenHydraFacial versus a traditional facial: what is the real difference?
The name is now used for almost any cleansing session. Here's what actually sets the device apart, and when it's worth the price difference.
5 min read Hair & ScalpFor womenHair loss in women: five causes to rule out before considering injections
Injections without a diagnosis treat the symptom and leave the cause. These tests come before any session.
7 min read DentistryDental implant or bridge? A practical comparison before you decide
The fundamental difference isn't the price, it's the cost paid by the neighbouring teeth.
6 min read DentistryTeeth whitening: what makes it safe, and when is it a mistake?
The examination before whitening isn't a formality. It's what separates a good result from a problem.
5 min read DentistryClear aligners or metal braces? An honest comparison
Clear isn't always better and metal isn't outdated. The criteria are your case and your consistency.
6 min read DentistryWisdom teeth: when to remove and when to leave alone
Not every wisdom tooth needs removing. These are the signs that genuinely call for a decision.
5 min read Bariatric & GI SurgerySleeve or bypass? How the decision is actually made
The decision isn't based on what's popular or a relative's experience, but on your case, your endoscopy and your comorbidities.
7 min read Bariatric & GI SurgeryAfter bariatric surgery: why supplements are not optional
The most common late complication has nothing to do with the surgery itself, and everything to do with stopping supplements.
6 min read Bariatric & GI SurgeryAcid reflux: when does it move from medication to a surgical decision?
Relying on acid suppressants for years isn't a permanent answer. These are the signs that warrant a surgical assessment.
6 min read Obstetrics & GynecologyFor womenPolycystic ovary syndrome: a practical guide to understanding and managing it
The diagnosis isn't made on ultrasound alone, and treatment changes entirely depending on your goal.
7 min read Obstetrics & GynecologyFor couplesDelayed conception: when to see a doctor, and why together
Waiting too long costs time you can't recover, and testing the husband isn't a later step, it's a first one.
6 min read Obstetrics & GynecologyFor womenThe first trimester: what is reassuring and what needs review
The most anxious stage of pregnancy, and the one most filled with inaccurate information.
6 min read Dermatology & SkinSkincare in Riyadh's climate: a routine that fits dry air and air conditioning
What works in a humid climate can fail here. The difference isn't the products, it's the order of priorities.
6 min read Non-Surgical AestheticsSkin tightening: when devices are enough and when you need surgery
The commonest cause of disappointment is choosing a technique that doesn't match the degree of laxity.
6 min read Hair & ScalpAfter a hair transplant: a realistic timeline of what happens
Knowing the stages in advance prevents the anxiety of month two, which is when patients worry most.
6 min readHow to choose a cosmetic clinic in Riyadh: seven questions before you book
Good advertising doesn't mean good practice. These questions reveal the difference quickly.
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