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Best Acne Treatment in Singapore, A Doctor-Led Guide (2026)

Written by Dr Bernard Ong. Medically reviewed by Dr Gerard Ee. Dr Gerard Ee (MBBS, MRCS, Diploma in Practical Dermatology, Cardiff) is the Founder and Medical Director of The Clifford Clinic, with more than 14 years of experience treating acne, and among the first doctors in Singapore to use AGNES and AviClear. This article reflects the clinical […]

What to Expect Before, During and After a Knee Injection

A knee injection follows a predictable sequence, whether the preparation includes PRP, hyaluronic acid, Conjuran or a corticosteroid. Knowing what to expect from a knee injection reduces procedural anxiety and improves adherence to the aftercare and rehabilitation that determine the final result. This guide covers the knee injection journey before, during and after, with clinical perspective […]

Early Knee Osteoarthritis Treatment, Why Injection Timing Matters

Most patients present for assessment of knee osteoarthritis only once the pain has become difficult to ignore. By then, the knee has often passed the stage at which cartilage, muscle strength and joint alignment respond most readily to treatment. One of the most important and most overlooked principles in knee care is that early knee […]

Freckles Removal Singapore, Pico Laser, Q-Switched Laser and Recurrence

Edited by Dr Bernard Ong. Clinically reviewed by Dr Gerard Ee, Medical Director, The Clifford Clinic. Freckles are small brown spots caused by increased melanin in sun-exposed skin, and they respond well to pigment lasers such as Pico laser and Q-switched laser. Most patients in Singapore achieve clear lightening over a short course of sessions. […]

Pico Laser vs IPL for Pigmentation in Singapore, Which Is Safer for Asian Skin?

Edited by Dr Bernard Ong. Clinically reviewed by Dr Gerard Ee, Medical Director, The Clifford Clinic. Pico laser and intense pulsed light (IPL) both reduce pigmentation, but they act through different mechanisms and are suited to different conditions. Pico laser delivers a single wavelength in ultra-short pulses that fragment pigment by a photomechanical effect with […]

Types of Knee Injections Compared, PRP, Hyaluronic Acid, Conjuran and Steroids

Four intra-articular injections are in routine use for mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis (OA). PRP, hyaluronic acid, Conjuran and steroid injections are all used to treat knee pain, but they act by unrelated mechanisms, differ in how quickly relief appears and how long it lasts, and are suited to different stages of the disease. This article […]

Pico Laser vs Q-Switched Laser in Singapore, Which Is Better for Pigmentation in Asian Skin?

Edited by Dr Bernard Ong. Clinically reviewed by Dr Gerard Ee, Medical Director, The Clifford Clinic. Neither laser is universally better. They differ in pulse duration, not purpose. Pico laser fires in picoseconds, shattering pigment with more mechanical impact and less heat, which generally means fewer sessions and lower heat-related risk in Asian skin. Q-switched […]

HBOT in Cancer Care, Supportive Use, Radiation Recovery and Post-Surgical Healing

Medically reviewed by The Clifford Clinic clinical team Reviewer: Dr Gerard Ee, MBBS, SHUMEC-accredited (Singapore Hyperbaric & Underwater Medicine) Practising at The Clifford Clinic, Raffles Place, Singapore Last reviewed: June 2026 How we review: Articles in this hyperbaric oxygen library are written for The Clifford Clinic and reviewed by a doctor accredited through the Singapore […]

ABNOM Treatment Singapore, Dermal Pigmentation and Laser Expectations

Edited by Dr Bernard Ong. Clinically reviewed by Dr Gerard Ee, Medical Director, The Clifford Clinic. ABNOM stands for acquired bilateral naevus of Ota-like macules, the medical name for Hori’s naevus. It is a dermal pigmentation that produces grey-brown speckles across both cheekbones and is common in Asian skin. Because the pigment sits deep in […]

Knee Osteoarthritis Treatment Without Surgery for Mild to Moderate Disease

A diagnosis of knee osteoarthritis is frequently interpreted by patients as an early indication for knee replacement. In mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis, surgery is usually not the next step. Structured non-surgical treatment is the standard first line of management, and in many patients it controls symptoms for years without an operation. This article covers the […]