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Do you feel it’s important your dermatologist listen to your concerns and act with genuine care and expertise? We do, and that is the way we have been caring for our patients since we opened our doors. Our first priority when treating you is to take the time to learn about you and your skin health, from your perspective. Then our board-certified dermatologist steps in and evaluates and performs tests as necessary to begin the proper course of treatment as soon as possible.
If you’re concerned about a dermatological issue, let us help. For newborns to geriatric patients, below is a list of just some of the conditions we treat. Whether your concern involves acne, a rash, or skin cancer removal, we use state-of-the-art technology and treatments to deliver the healthy skin you deserve.
Why Summer Is the Perfect Time for a Microdermabrasion Treatment
Often called the “lunchtime facial,” the increasingly popular cosmetic service known as the microdermabrasion treatment has a host of benefits. This superficial treatment is safe for almost any...
How Dermaplaning Can Rejuvenate Your Skin
You’re looking for a way to minimize wrinkles, reduce acne scars, and have smoother, softer skin. Have you heard of dermaplaning yet? This cosmetic treatment has become very popular in recent years...
How to Know If You’re High Risk for Skin Cancer
While most of us are well aware of the harm skin cancer can cause, we often fail to realize that we ourselves may be at risk. There are multiple factors that can play a major role in increasing your...
How to Protect My Skin with Rosacea in the Summer
Summer is the perfect time for fun in the sun. Swimming, days at the beach, and showing more skin -- these awesome aspects of summer are great for most, but for those with rosacea, they can be...
What Tanning Really Does to Your Skin
You know the phrase “tall, dark, and handsome”? This common phrase shows that everyone loves dark skin, and for those of us that are considered pale, tanning is the best way to achieve that. So we...
If I Get Fillers, Will It Look Natural?
Dermal fillers have become one of the most popular cosmetic procedures available in the U.S., and for good reason too. For many, dermal fillers are the perfect Botox alternative. But is it too good...
What Products Should Everyone Have in Their Skincare Routine?
Having flawless skin is usually high up on most people’s wish list. It can often seem like such a thing is impossible, but it’s not! On the contrary, having great skin is simply a matter of...
What Areas of the Body Are Most Prone to Skin Cancer?
According to The Skin Cancer Foundation, more than two people die of skin cancer in the U.S. every hour. In fact, skin cancer is the most common cancer worldwide. If you’re worried about your risks...
What Age Should I Start Regularly Seeing a Dermatologist?
A question we commonly get, especially from parents and young people, is what age they or their children should start regularly seeing a dermatologist. Our answer depends on whether or not there are...
How Do I Prevent Skin Cancer?
Now that summer is around the corner, enjoying the sun and outdoor activities is likely top of mind. Often, what isn’t top of mind is what that time in the sun can do to your skin. Unprotected skin...
How Not to Overdo Botox and Fillers
Some of the most popular cosmetic treatments on the dermatology market today are injectables like Botox and dermal fillers. These treatments target fine lines and wrinkles on the face to keep skin...
What Age Do You Start to See Sun Damage?
We all love spending time in the sun after a long winter, but you might be noticing signs of past summers showing up on your skin. While sunburn can be an immediate result of excess sun exposure,...
Is Exfoliating Really Good for Your Skin and How Often Should You Do It?
We always hear about exfoliating being a part of an awesome skin care routine, but is it really good for you? Or does it cause more harm than good? And how often should you do it? Let’s find out....
What Is the Best Time of Year for Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion: you’ve perhaps heard of this increasingly popular treatment that’s so convenient it’s often called the “lunchtime facial,” but you’re not sure if it’s going to work on your...
How to Reduce Skin Irritation from Fall Allergies
There are plenty of triggers that cause allergies and congestion, but how can allergies affect one’s skin? Additionally, why are some times of the year fine while others can be miserable for those...
Best Treatments for Psoriasis
Psoriasis is no joke. This stubborn skin condition appears on multiple parts of the body including the elbows, scalp, face, lower back, arms, legs, feet, and just about anywhere else on the body....
How to Inspect Moles on Your Body
Most of us don’t give moles a second thought. These small, dark dots that appear randomly throughout our life or were there when we were born don’t seem to have much significance. For many of us,...
Worst Foods for Acne
No one on this entire planet has ever said they enjoy acne. Okay, we can’t say that with 100% certainty, but we’re pretty sure. The point is, acne is awful. Like everyone else, we’re always looking...
How to Know If Your Skincare Routine Is Working
Many of us spend countless sleepless nights, hundreds of dollars, and possibly thousands of hours in the mirror trying to get our skin care routine just right. With all of this effort, it’s a...
Why Acne Can Worsen in the Summer
As if acne weren’t annoying enough, it seems to get worse right around the time we want to go out and show off. We’re talking about summer, and it can be disheartening. Imagine preparing for an...
Don’t like needles? Don’t worry! Treat your aging skin with a chemical peel!
No matter how old you get, sometimes needles are just plain creepy. Yet when we age and those wrinkles and droopy skin start to really make their mark, many of us are willing to face that fear and...
What Age Should I Start Using Anti-Aging Products?
They say it’s never too early to start taking care of yourself, and they’re absolutely right. Having the right skin care routine and healthy habits is a great way to ensure you keep your youthful...
Top Dermatologist-Recommended Anti-Aging Treatments
At The Dermatology Group, we have a series of go-to anti-aging treatments that both we and our clients swear by. Oftentimes these procedures work better than other anti-aging procedures. These top...
Can Your Skin Stop Reacting Positively to Certain Products?
Picture this for a second: you notice that your skin has been exceptionally dry lately. No matter what products you pull from your bathroom cabinet, they don’t seem to help. So you turn to the first...
How to Find the Perfect Eye Cream
They say the eyes are the window to the soul. That may be true, but they’re also a great way to tell someone’s age. This dead giveaway doesn’t have to become the bane of your existence. With the...
How to Reduce Wrinkles After They’ve Appeared
They always say that an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure. While that may be true, what good is prevention when an issue is well underway? That’s something we often think about when...
Best Skin Products for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Preparing to have or already having a bundle of joy can be one of the most joyous moments in a mom’s life. Yet as she takes care of her little one, she also has to be diligent in taking care of...
How Stress Affects Pre-Existing Skin Conditions
Having a skin condition is certainly no walk in the park. Conditions like psoriasis, rosacea, dermatitis, and eczema can cause extreme distress. Yet, ironically, the more you stress, the worse your...
What an “Active Skincare Ingredient” Does for You
If you’ve ever looked at the label of a beauty or personal hygiene product, you’re sure to have seen “active ingredients” and “inactive ingredients.” But what does that really mean? Better yet, what...
Is It Ever Too Late to Stop Aging?
It can be quite stressful when you look in the mirror and the signs of aging become increasingly apparent. You start to wonder if it’s too late to stop aging in its tracks. Do we ever reach a point...
How Old Should I Be Before I Start Noticing Hair Loss?
Hair loss is a tricky condition to pin down. With so many different causes, factors, and possibilities, it’s never easy to pinpoint where the blame lies or even how to anticipate possible hair loss....
Can Hives Be a Sign of Something Serious?
So you’re going about your day when you realize that your arm has been itching a little too frequently lately. You look down and notice small red welts appearing on your skin. Clearly it’s hives,...
Top Ideas to Make Your National Skin Care Awareness Month Even Better
November isn’t just about football and family gatherings. It’s also about taking care of your skin. This National Skin Care Awareness Month, take the time to understand how to better care for your...
What Does Cruelty-Free Skincare Mean?
What to Know About Cruelty-Free Skin Care What Is Cruelty-Free Skincare? Cruelty-free skincare is defined as products never tested on animals, including their raw materials. If you want clearer...
What Does Water Really Do for the Skin?
Those with glowing skin often attribute it to a healthy lifestyle, which includes exercising, eating well, and above all, drinking plenty of water. Here is what drinking water can do for your skin...
Top Tips for Managing Oily Skin Year-Round
Have you ever scratched your face then looked down at your hand and it looked as if you’ve just eaten a plate full of french fries? Congratulations! You have oily skin! Truth be told, having oily...
Acne as a Teen? Try Dermaplaning
As if being a teen wasn’t hard enough, you now have to deal with the stress of acne. Looking in the mirror and seeing a vicious breakout can be truly disheartening, but what many teens do not...
Best Vitamins for the Skin
When it comes to taking care of your body, it’s important to pay attention to the outside as much as the inside. We’re talking about your skin. Skin health is absolutely vital, but not too many of...
How to Get Clear Skin This Fall
With fall right around the corner, you’re probably wondering how you can give yourself a fresh start and keep up with what fall throws at your skin. Here are the best ways to get clear skin this...
Best Facials for Busy People
There are multiple ways to take care of yourself, even with a packed schedule. One of those ways is to carve out time for a facial. Your dermatologist will be able to recommend and perform the right...
What to Do About Enlarged Pores
Believe it or not, there are several ways you can tackle enlarged pores and get them back to their correct size. Let’s take a quick look at the reason for enlarged pores. For many people, having...
What To Do About Your Hyperhydrosis This Fall
Everyone sweats, but for some people, excessive sweating can be a problem. It’s called hyperhidrosis, and it can be difficult to deal with. Having hyperhidrosis in the fall, however, can prove to be...
This Healthy Skin Month, Celebrate With These Skincare Tips
Whether you love your skin the way it is, want to try a new acne treatment, treat or prevent aging, or want a new way to improve your skin’s texture, now is the perfect time to implement new...
Is My Skin Right for a Chemical Peel?
Beautiful, glowing skin is what we all aim for. We often spend so much time and money to get younger-looking, beautiful, and flawless skin. The bummer is that every day, all day, our skin inevitably...
What You Can Do when Over-the-Counter Topicals Haven’t Combated Your Acne
Skincare can be a daunting task when you lack the results you desire, especially when your attempts for a solution become costly and annoying. Acne is common in growing adults of ages 13 to 25 but...
What Natural Products Are Good for the Skin and What Can Hurt
The texture of your skin is influenced every day by external components such as dirt and pollution and internal components such as your diet and overall health. Age is also a major factor too....
The Toll Stress Takes on the Skin
Life can be a hassle. That’s why you need to treat yourself to some off days to unwind and chill with as little stress as possible. Nonetheless, stress is a part of everyday life, but it can also...
How to Handle Hyperhidrosis in the Fall
With the leaves turning orange and the weather cooling down, your body begins to adapt to the changes from summer and starts preparing for winter. We all know that you sweat more in the summer due...
Acne vs. Rosacea. How to Combat Both
At first sight, it may be challenging to differentiate acne from rosacea because they almost look the same. For this reason, you may experience difficulties treating either of them if this occurs....
Don’t Worry About Body Hair During the Holidays. Try Laser Hair Removal
While we may be bundled up for the holidays, that doesn’t mean we forget about shaving. Most of us waste time and energy shaving, waxing, and tweezing, but it may be time to get rid of those razors...
Keep Your Skin Looking Young for Years to Come
Everyone wants skin that is forever young and healthy. Wrinkles, rashes, acne, uneven skin tones, eczema, fine lines, and saggy, dry, or flaky skin can make aging a frustrating experience. Many seek...
How Often Should You Be Seen for Skin Cancer Prevention
Skin cancer is the growth of abnormal skin cells, usually from exposure to harmful rays of the sun. There are three main types of skin cancers: squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), basal cell carcinoma...
How to Celebrate Healthy Skin this National Healthy Skin Month
Because your skin is the largest organ in your body, it's critical to look after it. This November is National Healthy Skin Month, and what better way to celebrate than to cater to your skin and...
Why Kybella Is the Treatment You’ve Been Looking For
If you’re self conscious about your double chin due to aging or genetics, no need to stress anymore. Kybella is an excellent, effective treatment proven to get rid of that pesky double chin. Here’s...
How to Enjoy Winter Sports and Help Your Skin
Picture this: you lay awake all night thinking about the weather and your upcoming run. You've chosen the most fashionable sportswear for the most beautiful season of the year. This is one of those...
Renew Your Look for the Holidays with Fillers
For many of us, the holiday season is a time to rejoice. It's a time for friends and family, accomplishments, and future goals. With so many activities on many people's social calendars, it's...
Can Holiday Stress Really Change My Skin?
It’s that time again! There’s the cooking, washing, and shopping, eating and drinking, and staying up late catching up. Yes, it is the holiday season, the most wonderful time of the year. This is...
Tips on How to Age Gracefully Without Looking Plastic
It's difficult and also somewhat painful to watch our bodies age as we get older, especially when there are preventative measures we can do to look younger. It is feasible to naturally delay the...
How Light Therapy Can Help Your Skin This Winter
Light therapy, also known as phototherapy, is probably one of those dermatological procedures you’ve certainly heard of but still are unsure whether or not you want to attempt. Light therapies,...
What Is a Lunchtime Facial?
Every tiny success and requirement in today's world is measured in terms of the least amount of time spent attaining it. Even in the field of cosmetic medicine, providing economical but high-quality...
Don’t Have Sweat Stains in Your Holiday Pictures. Get a Hyperhidrosis Treatment
With the holidays approaching, you and your loved ones are most likely anticipating all of the family fun that comes with this time of year. Parties and gatherings, on the other hand, suggest hugs...
Why Eye Cream Is Essential
If you use cosmetics, your medicine cabinet is likely to be loaded with serums, toners, facial oils, moisturizers, and of course the ever-important eye cream. But is using an eye cream truly...
How to Reduce Pigmented Spots on Your Skin
No one likes having pigmented spots on their skin. There are two main types of pigmented spots: dark marks caused by post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, which shows up as black or pink marks, and...
How to Know What Causes Your Acne Year-Round
You should be past the challenges that created teenage acne now that you're older, right? Your sporadic breakouts throughout the year, on the other hand, would suggest differently. Hormones aren't...
Best Facials for the Wintertime
It's winter, it's gray, and it’s gloomy. Regardless of how your skin feels, these two characteristics may be enough to make you call your favorite dermatologist for an appointment. It's important to...
Sculptra Aesthetic vs. Juvederm. Which Treatment Is Right for You?
If you’re reading this, you’re probably thinking of getting cosmetic injections to help you look younger. Great! There are numerous dermal filler types open to you. You can select between Juvederm...
What Happens if You Use Too Much Filler in Your Face?
In the cosmetic industry, facial fillers have become a staple. As we become older, our facial volume decreases, causing skin laxity and the deepening of wrinkles. With cosmetic dermatology, face...
Top Four Ways to Find the Right Eye Cream for Your Skin
The problem with eye cream is a never-ending controversy. Some will tell you that all of those attractively packaged, different-priced moisturizers are the same thing as eye creams. Others would...
How to Decrease Dark Spots and Undereye Circles
Oh, the beauty of existence – we are all flawed because we are human! We know we should be watching our weight, but we find ourselves justifying our cheat days on a regular basis. We know we should...
Top Five Pros of Latisse
When it comes to beauty, long, black lashes are the norm. Mascara and false lashes take up a lot of time and money for women. Thanks to Latisse, your morning ritual can now be simpler. Rather than...
Best Winter Skin Treatments to Try in 2022
New Year's euphoria has returned. We're setting resolutions and making plans for the fresh start that the New Year brings. Skincare should always be at the top of our priority list. After all, you...
Is It Safe to Treat Vitiligo in the Winter?
Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin's pigmentation is completely lost in one or more regions. It occurs when the cells that give skin its pigmentation, known as melanocytes, die or cease to...
How Will a Dermatologist Help with My Acne Problem
We all battle with acne, but instead of spending years and hundreds of dollars trying to tackle it at home, why not seek help from a professional? A dermatologist can determine if you have acne by...
What’s the Best Skin Rejuvenation Treatment?
Wintertime can be one of the most dreaded times of year for many people, for many different reasons. If you live in an area with cold winter months, the frigid temperatures and dry air can be...
How Do I Get Healthy Glowing Skin Naturally in a Few Weeks?
We're going to tell you upfront: the biggest factors behind beautiful skin are hormones, hydration, and exfoliation. It's that easy. But to achieve those three things, you need to be using the right...
What to Know Before a Dermaplaning Treatment
Keeping up with all of the newest beauty trends and high-tech skincare treatments these days is a lot of work. Dermaplaning is a popular dermatology practice that simplifies it all. For a...
Is a Chemical Peel Safe for Sensitive Skin?
Chemical peels are one of the most popular professional skincare services today due to their ability to improve skin quality, texture, and color. Peels encourage the formation of new cells and...
Is Dermaplaning Good for Your Skin?
Did you know that the top layer of skin is constantly exposed to UV rays, pollutants, and toxic substances, and as a result, it can become dull? Thus, it makes sense to investigate skincare...
Wrinkle Reduction and Aging: How Does Botox Work?
In 2020, Botox became the most popular non-invasive cosmetic procedure. With the growing interest about this impressive treatment, it's natural to be curious and want to know more. How does Botox...
Can Chemical Peels Make Acne Scars Worse?
Chemical peels can enhance your self-esteem while also improving the appearance of your skin. Scars, acne, and uneven skin tone may all be reduced, allowing you to feel more confident in your...
What Is the Best Treatment for Hyperpigmentation?
Did you know that 47% of Americans say their skin is the primary source of their insecurities? The good news is that many exciting treatments treat a variety of skin concerns, and they are more...
What Are the Most Frequently Asked Questions About Skin Care?
Skin care is just as vital as taking care of your other organs. However, having healthy skin necessitates regular upkeep in order for it to reach its full potential. If we don't get answers to our...
How Can I Reduce Wrinkles on My Face Using Botox?
Botox injections to remove facial wrinkles appear to be available everywhere, including clinics and spas. However, it's critical to know what Botox can (and more crucially, cannot) accomplish. What...
What Are the Differences Between Botox and Dysport?
Aging symptoms are distinct in everyone. You might find that your wrinkles are only noticeable in specific situations or from certain angles. Perhaps you can see your frown lines in your facial...
Skin Cancer: What Made You Get Checked Out for Skin Cancer?
The best way to maintain healthy skin is to always keep an eye on things. Having a good skincare routine doesn’t just mean using the best moisturizers or cleansers. It also means examining yourself...
What Are Some Dermatological Cures for Hives?
What’s more annoying than breaking out into a bad case of hives? Not much – and what’s worse, there seems to be little you can do about it. Though there is a slew of ways to treat it, one must ask...
Which Is Better: Botox or Dermal Fillers?
Face wrinkles are one of the earliest indicators of aging, and they are impossible to avoid as we get older. Loss of facial tone is another significant contributor to why people appear older. The...
What Are the Symptoms of Skin Cancer?
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. It affects 1 in 5 Americans in their lifetime, with 9,500 new cases diagnosed every day. Anyone can develop the condition, even if...
Does Laser Treatment Work Permanently for Pigmentation?
Do you struggle with dark spots and discoloration on your skin? Known as hyperpigmentation, this medical condition is the result of excess melanin. And it can be caused by a variety of factors, from...
The Truth About Tanning: Are Tanning Beds Bad for the Skin or Can They Be Used Safely?
Are tanning beds safer than getting a tan outdoors? Are they even safe at all? If you're under 35 years old and have been using a tanning bed to get that "glowing" tanned skin, we highly suggest...
How Can One Get Rid of Acne as Quickly as Possible? A Guide
Every year, around 50 million Americans struggle with acne. Some of these individuals seek help for it, while others aim to fight it themselves. If you have acne problems and can't seem to find an...
Does Exfoliating Promote Good Overall Skin Health?
Getting Rid of Dead Skin Cells Perhaps you've used a loofa or rubbed a washcloth briskly over your skin. You might have experienced a refreshing tingle that made your skin feel extra clean and...
Is There Really a Long-Term Cure for Eczema?
The itchy, ashy, rashy patches that attack skin with eczema can be torturous at best and unbearable at worst. This skin disease is more than simple dryness. It is a rash that the body produces as a...
Overwhelmed By Acne? Treatment Options That Can Help
Let’s think about it for a second – can acne ruin your life? You’re probably thinking about how gorgeous your skin was and how confident you were when you look back at old photos. That was before...
How to Properly Moisturize When You Have Rosacea
Here we go again! Your face looks like you’re blushing, and those bumps that look like acne are back. You are left wondering, “AGAIN?” To be honest, you’re likely suffering from rosacea. So, how can...
Facials: Should I Steam My Face Before or After Cleansing
Steam has been used to calm and invigorate people for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. Today, we still enjoy steaming up in saunas, spas, or even a hot shower. The skin produces new cells every...
Wrinkle Reduction: What Areas Is Botox Injected?
A well-established method of wrinkle reduction, Botox is widely used to give smoother skin contours, minimizing many of the more obvious signs of aging. One of the most common questions that people...
Why Varicose Veins Are Painful and What You Can Do About Them
Varicose veins can be painful and may also affect your self-confidence. Approximately 41 percent of women over the age of 50 have varicose veins, so it's a common issue for many people. If you're...
Skin Care: How to Get Rid of Hives on Your Face
Hives are very unpredictable. If you get these rashes on your face, they could stick around for a few hours, days, weeks, or months. If you use one of these treatments during an outbreak, you'll...
What Does the Diagnosis and Treatment of Acne Mean?
Acne affects up to 50 million Americans each year, regardless of age. Luckily, we live in an era where there are specialized treatments for any type of acne, regardless of your skin type. The...