Mohs surgery, also known as Mohs micrographic surgery, is considered one of the most effective procedures for treating basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), the two most common forms of skin cancer. This is a surprisingly old technique; Dr. Frederic Mohs developed it back in the 1930s. Nonetheless, it has a cure […]
5 Reasons to Consider Getting Skin Cancer Treatment
It’s scary to be the victim of skin cancer. It is frightening knowing that you have a form of cancer anywhere on your body. You may be overwhelmed by your options when it comes to what you should do to treat your cancer. One thing you must remember is that you should never ignore it. […]
Benefits of BOTOX
BOTOX® is one of the most effective cosmetic treatments for reducing the appearance of expression lines. These dynamic wrinkles form when the facial skin is relaxed as muscles in the cheeks and around the mouth contract. Various treatment options include abrasive resurfacing, chemical peels, and even skin repositioning. However, many individuals are wary of these […]
Common Reasons to See a Dermatologist
When you think about visiting a dermatologist, you likely think about having an evaluation and treatment done for some type of skin condition. Rightly so, for that is the field in which dermatologists specialize. When you break down the different skin conditions into categories, there are a number of specific reasons you might want to […]
Treating Facial Lines with BOTOX
When was it that your facial lines began to bother you? For most of us, it is something that happens quite suddenly. Since the aging process is so slow and insidious, we usually do not notice that we are aging until we compare our current appearance with an old picture. Or we may run into […]
Monitoring Moles: Things to Consider
Most moles are completely harmless, but occasionally, they can become cancerous. As such, it’s important to know what signs to look out for. These are common skin growths, and they can appear as small, brown spots. A typical mole is caused by a cluster of pigmented cells. Most people who have moles develop the growths […]
Chemical Peels for Sun Damage Treatment
When most individuals are young, they want to enjoy time outdoors with their friends. This is true no matter if a person loves to go to the beach or they love to spend time camping in the mountains. Just the feeling of having the sunshine on your face and looking at your tan makes you […]
Restore Lost Facial Volume with Restylane Silk
Restylane® has long been a trusted brand in dermal filler technologies. Comprised almost entirely of hyaluronic acid, which is naturally-occurring in the human body, Restylane® can be used to instantly fill in deep facial creases and other areas that have sustained significant volume loss due to the normal aging process. Restylane® Silk is the latest […]
What is Mohs Surgery?
Mohs surgery is a very precise and specialized skin cancer treatment where the cancer is removed in steps, one layer of tissue at a time. It is performed as an outpatient procedure. The treatment method stands apart from other skin cancer treatments because of the unique type of tissue examination it involves. Why is It […]
SKIN CANCER AWARENESS
May is designated as SKIN CANCER awareness month by the American Academy of Dermatology. We continue to diagnosis and treat multiple cases of melanoma in patients of all ages. Fortunately, most of these cases are diagnosed early and save lives. The continued rise of skin cancers, including melanoma, is astounding. It is vital to recognize […]
