Our professional services

Our Services

Drop down menu General Dermatology
Acne

Acne is a common skin condition that affects teenagers as well as adults
Acne
Acne

Acne is a common skin condition that affects teenagers as well as adults

Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, and it affects teenagers and adults alike. Many patients try over-the-counter skincare products to control their acne without success. A dermatologist can create a customized acne regimen...

View full description
Actinic Keratosis

These spots of rough, scaly, discolored skin are the result of sun damage
Actinic Keratosis
Actinic Keratosis

These spots of rough, scaly, discolored skin are the result of sun damage

An actinic keratosis (AK) is a pre-cancerous lesion caused by sun damage or indoor tanning. Most people develop multiple patches of these rough, dry, scaly patches of discolored skin. Patients with AKs should see a dermatologist regularly since these...

View full description
Alopecia

Alopecia is the technical term for hair loss and consists of a variety of types with many different causes
Alopecia
Alopecia

Alopecia is the technical term for hair loss and consists of a variety of types with many different causes

Androgenetic alopecia, hormonally induced hair loss, affects both men and women and is a very common cause of hair loss. Another very common type is telogen effluvium which is shedding of hair usually as a result of a stressor acting on the body. Alopecia...

View full description
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)

Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is an extremely common skin condition that causes areas of dry, scaly, red and itchy skin
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)

Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is an extremely common skin condition that causes areas of dry, scaly, red and itchy skin

An extremely common skin condition that causes areas of dry, scaly, red and itchy skin, eczema can appear as early as the first year of life. This dermatitis can be triggered by contact with rough clothing, detergents, soaps, fragranced products, sun...

View full description
Dermatitis

Dermatitis is another word for rash which is a common, inflammatory skin reaction that commonly leads to red, sometimes itchy skin

 Dermatitis

Dermatitis is another word for rash which is a common, inflammatory skin reaction that commonly leads to red, sometimes itchy skin

Dermatitis is characterized by redness, itching, bumps or blisters caused by reactions to numerous substances and exposures like detergent, soap, personal care products, fragrances, medications and more. These reactions are usually classified as either...

View full description
Keratosis Pilaris

Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition that causes red bumps on the backs of the upper arms and/or legs
Keratosis Pilaris
Keratosis Pilaris

Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition that causes red bumps on the backs of the upper arms and/or legs

Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition that appears as tiny bumps on the skin that resemble goosebumps or the skin of a plucked chicken. These bumps are often mistaken for small pimples, and are caused when hair follicles become clogged with...

View full description
Melanoma

Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer that develops in the skin’s pigment producing cells
Melanoma
Melanoma

Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer that develops in the skin’s pigment producing cells

This ominous form of skin cancer is caused by the mutation and uncontrolled growth of the skin’s pigment-producing cells, melanocytes. Melanomas may appear suddenly without warning and can also develop within existing moles. The overall incidence...

View full description
Melasma

Melasma is a common skin problem that appears as patches of brown discoloration on the face
Melasma
Melasma

Melasma is a common skin problem that appears as patches of brown discoloration on the face

Melasma is a common skin problem that appears as patches of brown discoloration on the face. This is seen most frequently in women with medium to darker skin tones. Sun exposure, hormonal changes due to pregnancy, oral contraceptives and hormone replacement...

View full description
Moles (Nevi)

Moles are small, usually harmless spots of dark skin that are caused by clusters of pigment-producing cells
Moles (Nevi)
Moles (Nevi)

Moles are small, usually harmless spots of dark skin that are caused by clusters of pigment-producing cells

Moles are small spots of usually dark skin that can resemble freckles or dark bumps. They are composed of pigment-producing cells in a cluster. Most adults have as many as 40 moles on their body. Though usually harmless, it is important to monitor...

View full description
Molluscum

These pink or flesh-colored bumps are caused by a virus that can be spread by skin contact or sharing of clothing and towels
Molluscum
Molluscum

These pink or flesh-colored bumps are caused by a virus that can be spread by skin contact or sharing of clothing and towels

Molluscum contagiosum is characterized by groups of flesh to pink colored bumps that have a central plug resembling a pimple. These lesions are most common in children of pre-school and elementary school age. The bumps may turn red as the body fights...

View full description