Acne can be embarrassing and frustrating no matter what age it shows up—all the more so during the teenage years. If you have an adolescent child, it can be tough to watch them struggle with acne, especially if what they have is the aggressive type. Here at The Children’s Skin Center, our board-certified dermatologists are […]
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Importance of Seeing a Dermatologist When You Notice a Mole Changing Over Time
Skin cancer is more easily cured when detected early. Whether squamous cell, basal cell carcinoma, or malignant melanoma, skin cancer treatment success improves when both patient and doctor watch for changes in this body organ, and that includes any changes in a mole. Here’s how to protect yourself. What Are Moles? Also called nevi, moles […]
How Cosmetic Dermatology Can Help with Scar Removal
Any type of skin scarring can interfere with your self-confidence, especially if it’s on your face or in an obvious area of your body. If you’ve sustained a skin injury, such as a burn or laceration (cut), have had surgery, or have outbreaks of acne, you know that a skin scar can cause more than […]
How Can Pediatric Dermatology Benefit Your Child’s Skin Health?
Healthy skin matters for people of all ages— all the more so for children. While there are basic strategies you can employ to keep your child’s skin healthy and beautiful, there is no substitute for working with a pediatric dermatologist. A pediatric dermatologist is essentially your go-to expert for the treatment of the full range […]
7 Tips for Choosing a Skin Doctor
While some skin conditions can be treated with creams or medications sold over the counter, you do need to see a skin doctor (dermatologist) if what you have can lead to extensive scarring or permanent skin damage, if it covers a large part of your body, or if you think it indicates a potentially serious […]
