Rosacea is a skin disease that makes your face look red and may resemble acne. It is most prominent on the nose, cheeks, forehead and chin. After some time it may spread to your neck, chest, scalp and ears. At first, the condition appears like blushing that doesn’t fade quickly. If not treated, it may […]
Causes of Acne
Acne is the most common skin ailment in the world. It occurs when the hair follicle pores become clogged with excess sebum, dead skin cells and bacteria. An inflammation develops, which can be mild, moderate or severe. Genetics is the main cause, which means breakouts tend to run in families. Research suggests that this is […]
The Benefits of Pediatric Dermatology
When you think about dermatology, you may immediately think of procedures designed to enhance the aesthetics of skin such as mole removal or acne treatment. While these are very common needs, dermatology also covers a wide variety of treatments. Pediatric dermatology can help set your child up for a long life with healthy, clear skin. […]
What is Mohs Surgery?
Mohs surgery, also known as Mohs micrographic surgery, is considered the most effective treatment for both basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). The first is the world’s most common form of skin cancer, and skin cancer, in turn, is the most common type of cancer. Mohs surgery is named after Dr. Frederic […]
Look and Feel Your Best with Cosmetic Dermatology
Any type of problem with your facial skin is immediately noticeable. Problems like acne scars, wrinkles, stretch marks, and hyperpigmentation can be minimized using modern techniques that do not involve surgery. The advantage of non-surgical treatments is their ability to significantly enhance your appearance without the need for prolonged downtime, great expense, or side effects. […]
The Importance of Treating Skin Cancer
Skin cancer affects one in six Americans at one point in their life or another. This means that skin cancer represents one third of all the cancers in the United States. The majority of patients who develop skin cancer develop non-melanoma skin cancer. Thankfully, there is a low level of mortality with this type of […]