Ever had red, inflamed, and painful skin after a day at the beach? If so, then like most Americans, you already know what it feels like to have a sunburn. In many cases, sunburns are mild skin conditions that are more of an annoyance than a real threat. However, intense and repeated sunburns can cause […]
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Is Expired Sunscreen Better than No Sunscreen?
Dermatologist and parents alike constantly reinforce the importance of sunscreen for unprotected or vulnerable skin. In recent years, sunscreens have become more sophisticated in their efforts to protect skin from the broad spectrum of the sun’s rays. Not only does sunscreen protect the skin from the sun’s harmful effects, it also prevents premature aging and […]
Bug Bites
Living in South Florida, there are many bugs that can target you and your family, many of which may be sharing the same indoor space as you. Sometimes, a little bit of calamine lotion does the trick, but what happens when it doesn’t? A short primer on bug bites may help. Types of Bug Bites […]
Dermatologist Annual Skin Exams
During the summer months, the Earth is tilted so that the northern hemisphere is experiencing much stronger sun exposure than in the wintertime. Here in South Florida, however, we get strong sun exposure all year long thanks to our closer proximity to the equator than most other states. Even if a Floridian is an indoors […]
What is Cradle Cap?
Your baby is perfect and thriving. But you can’t help but notice that her scalp appears to be scaly and dry. This common skin condition – seborrheic dermatitis, more commonly known as “cradle cap” – may appear unsightly but don’t worry. Cradle cap is not painful and can be quite easily treated. For both new […]
