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Pigment is the natural color of one’s skin. Healthy skin appears generally even in tone and texture, but skin problems and disorders may arise due to genetics or environmental factors. Some types of pigmentation problems include hyperpigmentation, where skin darkens, and hypopigmentation, where skin lightens. Hyperpigmentation is caused by increased melanin, the substance in the…

As we age, our bodies undergo many changes, especially our skin. Skin cells begin to divide more slowly, and the dermis, or the skin’s inner layer, begins to thin and lose elasticity. In addition, skin loses its ability to hold moisture or produce oil, making it slower to heal. All of this combined leads to…

The best way to prevent skin cancer is to avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, particularly between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when ultraviolet light is at its peak. Use plenty of sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher, and wear hats, long-sleeved shirts and pants. Be on the lookout for…

There are a variety of skin cancer surgery procedures to consider based on your type of cancer and how much it has spread. The most common skin cancers are referred to as “nonmelanoma skin cancers” and are slow growing and easily treatable. Basal cell carcinomas (which comprise about 90 percent of all skin cancer diagnoses)…

Surgery is the most common treatment for skin cancer. Whether you’re suffering from basal cell cancer, squamous cell cancer or melanoma, chances are your doctor will recommend a surgical procedure to remove the tumors.

A skin biopsy is a diagnostic procedure where skin cells are removed, processed and examined. This procedure is most often performed to diagnose skin cancer, but may also be used to diagnose certain skin disorders or infection. Skin samples are obtained by either shaving, “punching” or excising the lesion. You should follow the doctor’s instructions…

Rosacea is a common skin condition that causes redness and the appearance of blood vessels and acne-like bumps on the face. Symptoms can flare up for hours to months. There is no cure for rosacea, but symptoms can be managed. Signs of rosacea include: Facial redness. Swollen red bumps. Feeling of warmth or tenderness in…

Patients may want to have their mole(s) removed for cosmetic reasons or if a dermatologist determines they are precancerous. There are several methods to remove moles. Moles may be cut or shaved off so that they are flush with the skin, or a doctor might make a deeper cut to remove the entire mole and…

Mohs surgery was developed by Dr. Frederic Mohs as a treatment for skin cancer in the late 1930s. Over the years, Mohs surgery has been embraced by surgeons as the single most effective technique for removing skin cancers. In fact, studies show Mohs surgery has a 98 percent or higher success rate for treating basal…

What many don’t know is that annual skin exams should be part of your regular health care routine. A skin exam is important in order to identify and treat skin cancer early, especially melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer. Early stages of skin cancer are almost always curable. A full body skin exam typically…