As the cooler weather starts to roll in, we know many of us will be losing our Summer tans. While you may be sad to see your color go, we recommend you use a “sunless tanner” if you want to stay “glowing.” Skip the tanning bed! Tanning, including tanning beds, poses a great risk to…
There’s a common misconception that body hair, specifically facial hair, can help prevent skin cancer by blocking the sun’s rays from reaching your skin. However, this is not the case – even with dark or extremely thick hair, the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays will penetrate your skin and cause damage and even potentially skin cancer. …
Skin cancer affects more than five million people in the United States each year. However, with early detection it has one of the highest survival rates of any cancer! Do you know how to spot skin cancer? Answer these questions to test your knowledge! Q: What is the most common form of skin cancer? A:…
Each May, we bring awareness to Skin Cancer. Did you know that skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in America? According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 9,500 people in the United States are diagnosed with skin cancer every day. As your dermatologist, we want to help keep your skin healthy, which…
As spring and summer approach, this typically means most of us will be doing plenty of outdoor activities and getting some much needed Vitamin D. That’s great! We encourage you to get outside with your family this Spring. However, we also want to remind you to be aware of how much time you’re spending in…
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in America. As we raise awareness on how to prevent skin cancer this month, we want to ensure you can identify some of the common types. Basal Cell Carcinoma and Squamous Cell Carcinoma These are the most common forms of skin cancer, and are collectively referred…
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops in the cells responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that gives color to our skin, hair, and eyes. It is the most dangerous form of skin cancer and can potentially be life-threatening if not detected and treated early. In this blog post, we will delve into…
Every year, doctors diagnose millions of patients with skin cancer. Two of the most common types of skin cancer we treat are: Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Basal Cell Carcinoma. Basal Cell Carcinoma It’s actually the most common type of cancer in America, so if you’ve been diagnosed with a BCC, you’re not alone. Signs and…
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States, and it’s also one of the most preventable. Wearing sunscreen is one of the most effective ways to prevent skin cancer. Not only does sunscreen protect your skin from harmful UV rays, but it also helps to prevent premature aging and skin…
Your skin can burn if it is exposed to too much sun without proper protection from sunscreen and clothes.To heal and soothe stinging skin, it’s important to treat a sunburn as soon as you notice it.The first step you should take is to get out of the sun—and preferably indoors. Once indoors, these dermatologists’ tips…