At Olansky Dermatology & Aesthetics, patients often ask, “Can I do laser treatment in the summer?” While the answer is “yes,” undergoing laser treatments during warmer months comes with some precautions. Yet, with proper care, many laser treatments can safely take...
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Welcome to the Olansky Dermatology & Aesthetics blog — your trusted source for expert skincare advice, dermatology news, and updates from our team. Whether you’re looking for seasonal skin tips, treatment insights, or practice announcements, you’ll find helpful information curated by our team.

Why Chasing the UV Index for a Tan Is Riskier Than You Think
A current trend among those searching for the perfect tan involves following the UV Index as a way to find the best times to maximize sun exposure. They do this by determining the strength of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation at a specific time and place. The...

A Parent’s Guide to Recognizing and Treating Hives and Heat Rashes This Summer
Between pool days, playground visits, and backyard adventures, summer is full of opportunities for kids to be active and soak up the sun. But sometimes, all that heat and activity can lead to skin issues like heat rashes and hives. If you’ve ever noticed red bumps or...
Summer Camp Skin Woes: How to Prevent and Treat Rashes and Poison Ivy in Kids
Summertime remains synonymous with carefree fun, especially for kids experiencing the outdoor excitement of summer camp. However, happy and transformative memories aren’t the only things campers often bring home. Some return with unwelcome souvenirs such as poison...
Four Olansky Dermatology & Aesthetics Physicians Receive Top Doctors Honors in Atlanta Magazine
Drs. Sonya Bellamy, Jodi Ganz, Alex Gross, and Humza Ilyas Appear in Atlanta Magazine’s July Issue Four physicians from Olansky Dermatology and Aesthetics – Georgia’s top-rated dermatology practice – rank among metro Atlanta’s Top Doctors in Atlanta magazine’s July...
Skin Cancer in People of Color: Myths, Risks, and Prevention Tips
Don’t believe the misinformation: No matter the color of your skin, skin cancer doesn’t discriminate, including people with darker skin tones. Although people of color are less likely to become afflicted with skin cancer, the most common form of cancer in the U.S. can...
Three Olansky Dermatology & Aesthetics Physicians Recognized as Atlanta’s Top Doctors in Modern Luxury Medicine + Doctors and The Atlantan Magazines
Drs. Sonya Bellamy, Jodi Ganz, and Alex Gross Receive Peer-Driven Honor Drs. Sonya Bellamy, Jodi Ganz, and Alex Gross of Olansky Dermatology & Aesthetics — Georgia’s top-rated dermatology practice — are recognized as Top Doctors in the January issue of Modern...
4 Habits That Can Make Your Skin Age Faster
Certain lifestyle habits can dramatically age your skin, causing wrinkles, fine lines, pigmentation, and sagging skin. By eliminating the following bad habits, you can prevent premature aging, reduce wrinkles, and protect the overall health of your skin.What Causes...
Everyday Habits & Triggers That Could Be Making Your Rosacea Worse
The skin condition rosacea gets its name from its most recognizable symptom: Persistent facial flushing that can appear rosy, red, violet, or even brown. But the condition is more than just skin deep. It can also bring on visible blood vessels, bumps, irritation, and...
Your Guide to Microneedling This Spring
For the person who wants a “refresh”, with no heat or chemicals, we recommend Microneedling. It is a great treatment option for most skin types and is particularly good for enlarged pores, mild scars, acne scars, and wrinkles....