Spring break is either here or very near for your Atlanta family. As your kids rush outdoors to soak up the long-awaited sunshine, make sure you do your part to protect their skin. The fresh rays on their pale winter skin can be especially harmful if you don’t take proper measures. Did you know that…
Read MoreBasal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) are two of the most common types of skin cancer. When detected, it is important that the cancerous tissues be removed promptly. Fortunately, there is a remarkable surgical technique that is used to remove BCC and SCC.Mohs surgery, also known as Mohs micrographic surgery, is considered…
Read MoreSkin cancer remains the most common type of cancer in the United States. While it is easy to understand how the face, back of the hands and neck are susceptible to skin cancer, many people fail to consider their lips. The lips, just like the rest of your skin, are just as susceptible to skin…
Read MoreCan kids get skin cancer? Absolutely. In fact, even though melanoma is the least common skin cancer overall, it is the most common type of skin cancer in children. Unfortunately, melanoma is also the most serious, as it can easily spread to other regions of the body. The leading culprit to melanoma is exposure to…
Read MoreThere is no question that our bodies encounter changes as we age. The effects on our skin can be significant. There are certain skin-related disorders that the aging population is more likely to encounter. Without prompt diagnosis and treatments, these skin conditions can become painful and quite disruptive. They can even influence one’s overall well-being….
Read MoreMany patients come to our office with concerns of sunspots on their skin. It is one of the most common skin conditions that we diagnose. Sunspots are medically termed “actinic keratosis” (AK). Sunspots develop when the skin is damaged from UV rays or indoor tanning. They appear as dry, scaly and rough patches of skin…
Read MoreCan kids get skin cancer? Absolutely. In fact, even though melanoma is the least common skin cancer overall, it is the most common type of skin cancer in children. Unfortunately, melanoma is also the most serious, as it can easily spread to other regions of the body. The leading culprit to melanoma is exposure to…
Read MoreSome people have just a few moles, while others of us have an entire body covered in them. For such individuals, it may be more difficult to detect a new mole. Why would it be important to identify a new mole on your body? Only 25% of melanomas are from existing moles, which means that…
Read MoreYou know you need it if you want to protect your skin from wrinkling, skin cancer and other unwanted complications, but how much do you really know about your sunscreen? There are numerous brands and types of sunscreen to choose from, and it can be difficult to know which one is best for you. Understanding…
Read MoreVisiting your dermatologist for a full body skin examination is your best protection for staying free of skin cancer. Not everyone’s risk for skin cancer is the same, and there are some warning signs that can put you at a higher risk than others. If you are asking yourself whether or not you should schedule…
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