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What is Microneedling?
Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure that promotes the production of collagen and proteins within the skin to renew its structure, elasticity, and youth. This treatment uses the body’s amazing ability to heal and improve itself, making it a natural, safe...
Facts About Levulan Photodynamic Therapy for Skin Cancer
Levulan photodynamic therapy is a non-invasive treatment for skin cancer, actinic keratosis, acne, and various other skin conditions. Read on to understand its benefits and limitations. What is photodynamic therapy (PDT)? Photodynamic therapy (PDT) eliminates harmful...
“I Have a New Mole”: Causes and When to See a Dermatologist
Moles are incredibly common, with most adults having between 10 and 40, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The technical term for a mole is nevus (plural: nevi), which is the Latin word for birthmark. These concentrations of pigment-producing cells in...
Superficial Radiation Therapy vs. Surgery for Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is the most common malignancy in the United States. According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD), 1 in 5 people will develop a form of skin cancer in their lifetimes. Most of these skin malignancies are basal cell and squamous...
7 Types of Skin Cancer Treatments in Arizona Skin-Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Skin Dermatology is a leading provider of treatments for patients with basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, precancerous actinic keratosis, and other skin problems. If your dermatologist diagnosed you with cancer, the following types of skin cancer...
How to Spot Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. Anyone can get it regardless of skin color. Estimates of skin cancer prevalence conducted by Stern, R.S. in 2007 show that one out of five Americans is likely to develop this disease in their...
Skin Cancer Risk Reducing Tips
Exposure to the sun is known for its vitamin D benefits. Research suggests that brief exposure of the face, hands, and arms of about 15 minutes a day three times a week is sufficient. However, prolonged exposure to the sun for whatever reason could be dangerous as the...
Are Facial Cleansing Tools Necessary and Safe?
When it comes to skincare, there's a lot to cover, from face serums to scrubs, and that's just the goods! If you're still learning about the many techniques to get a flawless complexion, you may have begun to look into what skincare items you should incorporate into...
Different Types of Skin Cancer
The skin is made up of many different types of cells, many of which are constantly moving. As round basal cells beneath the surface rise to replace dead, flaking squamous cells on the surface, they flatten. Melanocytes tan the skin in the sun, and Merkel cells give...
Shingles: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Shingle is a type of itchy rash caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, which is also responsible for chickenpox. Dr. Jay Mehta and his team of dermatologists regularly treat shingles, which can develop anywhere on the body. Shingles are not a...