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.
Not all skin cancer is equal. There are different types of skin cancer, and you may already be familiar with the two most common ones: basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. According to the American Cancer Society, over 5 million cases of basal cell and...
Although skin cancer is not the most discussed type of cancer, the risk is still very real. In fact, there are over 3 million cases of diagnosed skin cancer in the United States each year. Many of these cases involve people living in the southern part of the country –...
The average adult has experienced a sunburn at least once in their lifetime. However, what may seem as a temporary discomfort can actually be serious skin cell damage that never goes away. In fact, sun-damaged skin is a leading cause of skin cancer – so it is worth...
During the early spring or when the skin hasn’t seen the sun for a long period of time, it is common to experience a skin reaction to the sun. While sunburns are common, so is another sun-induced skin condition called Polymorphous Light Eruption or PLE. PLE is not the...
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...
Basal 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...
Skin 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...
Can kids get skin cancer? While pediatric melanoma is rare, sun safety at a young age is the most important key to prevention. Forming proper habits as a child can help prevent future skin cancer and melanomas from developing later in life. Here's what parents need to...
There 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...
Many 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....
