Mohs Micrographic Surgery: What it is and What to Expect by: Megan Shelton, MD Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, with about one in five Americans developing it during their lifetime. Fortunately, most cases of skin cancer are curable when diagnosed and treated promptly. While there are many approaches to treat skin cancer, Continue reading
Melasma: What Causes It & How to Treat It. By; Agezi Igboko, FNP-C Melasma is a common skin condition that affects mostly women, although men can get it too. It appears asbrown or grayish-brown patches on the face, most commonly on the cheeks, forehead, chin, upper lip, and nose. It’s often referred to as the “mask of pregnancy” because many Continue reading
Get the Inside Scoop on the Types of Acne and How to Deal with Them! By; Agezi Igboko, FNP-C Acne is a common skin condition that affects people of all ages, gender, and races. It is caused by the clogging of hair follicles with oil and dead skin cells, resulting in pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads. Acne can be a source Continue reading
How Sugar Can Damage Your Skin: Insiders Tips and Tricks By: Israel Rodriguez, PA-C Did you know that sugar is not only bad for your waistline but also for your skin? High sugar intake can cause inflammation and lead to several skin problems. We often see patients struggling with acne, psoriasis, and wrinkles, and sugar certainly doesn’t help! In this Continue reading
