Do’s and Don’ts for Caring for your Baby’s Skin Your newborn baby is precious and so is their skin. Newborn and infant skin is especially delicate and needs special care-taking attention. Follow the motto “less is more,” and adhere to the following do’s and don’ts for good baby skincare. Do gently wash your baby…
10 FAQs about Botox Are you considering a Botox Cosmetic procedure and have questions? Check out our dermatologist’s answers to frequently asked questions. What is Botox? Botox, short for Botulinum toxin, is an FDA-approved medical injection used by dermatologists and doctors to aid in treating a variety of conditions. You’ll be most familiar with its use for the…
The temperatures have dropped and the air is drier outside meaning you’re probably experiencing dry or chapped lips as the air pulls the moisture from your saliva off freshly-licked lips. How do you ease dry, cracked lips? Try these 5 tips for chapped lips. Use non-irritating lip products. This seems like a no-brainer, but…
Your holiday gift list grows every year! This year, why not give the gift of healthy beautiful skin? We’ve handpicked some of our favorite dermatologist recommended skincare products that would make great gifts for the loved ones on your list. 1. Coola Makeup Setting Spray Warm temperatures may be over, but sun protection sure isn’t!…
The summer season in the CSRA has faded away and cooler temperatures are upon us! With the decrease in humidity and cooler weather, you may find your skin becoming dry, flaky or cracked. How do you care for dry skin during the winter months? A few simple changes can help to soothe your skin. …
Your skin is your largest organ, and is just as complex as other vital organs of the body such as the heart and lungs, however many of us don’t pay it as much attention as we do those other organs. In honor of National Healthy Skin Month, Savannah River Dermatology has five tips for…
November is National Healthy Skin month! Perhaps the best thing you can do to ensure your skin is healthy is to schedule your yearly comprehensive exam. At Savannah River Dermatology we want to ensure you’re doing everything you can to keep your skin healthy on a daily basis. This includes making sure your skin gets…
What made you interested in dermatology? I began my career as a Physician Assistant in the hospital realm of caring for patient’s suffering from burns, wounds, life threatening skin infections and rashes. Skin has always been on the forefront of my physical exam and care plan as it is the largest organ of the human…
What made you interested in dermatology ? I loved the fast pace and the variety that dermatology offered. I love seeing different people and different problems every day. Dermatology also offers a great blend of pathology (microscope work), surgery, and clinic, which keeps things interesting. When I rotated as a medical student at MCG, I loved…
Skin Cancer Statistics By Savanna Perry, PA-C Melanoma is so prevalent, and that it even has it’s own month. Every year, May is Melanoma Awareness Month. It’s perfect because it’s the very beginning of summer when everyone is starting to shed their layers and show a little more skin, which means it’s also a…