As a parent, you always want what's best for your child. Whether it's taking care of their physical, emotional, or mental health, you'll do everything in your power to ensure that they are happy and healthy. However, as children grow up and hit their teenage years, they may encounter various skin problems that affect not only their physical appearance but also their self-esteem. This is where a dermatologist comes in. Keep reading to learn when it's time to take your teen to the dermatologist, what to expect during the visit, and why it's important to address skin problems early on.
13 October 2023
Botox injections are an injectable way to reduce your fine lines and wrinkles. Botox is a botulinum toxin that is safely injected into the skin where you have fine lines and wrinkles in your face to reduce them and give you a more youthful appearance. This injection should only ever be administered by a professional dermatologist. You should not go to a salon or a spa to have these injections, and do not allow anyone to administer these injections that is not certified to do so.
14 December 2022
If you have spent a lot of time laying in the sun when you were younger, you may have noticed some moles or freckles on your skin that have caused you concern. A full body skin cancer check involves having a dermatologist inspect your skin for irregularities. If any problem areas are discovered, a biopsy of the imperfections will be performed. The Preliminary Process Before you attend an appointment with a dermatologist, take note of any skin issues that you have noticed.
7 June 2022
If your child has itchy white bumps on the backs of their arms, on the thighs, or on the cheeks, it may be keratosis pilaris. This is a skin condition in which dry skin cells form around hair follicles and clog the pores, resulting in these itchy white bumps. These bumps can worsen if they aren't treated, or they may simply go away on their own as your child ages. If these bumps are irritating your child, there are things you can do to help treat this condition at home.
9 December 2021
When you have a dry and itchy scalp, you may also end up with dandruff. If your dandruff is more like chunks of skin coming off, it may be more than just a dandruff condition. You could have dandruff mixed in with heavy oil production in your scalp. This type of dandruff can make you very self-conscious and make you want to put on a hat every single day. You may always be looking for these scalp chunks to come off on your clothing, always watching to be sure and dust it off so nobody sees it.
18 June 2021
When your skin starts to suffer changes or develops problems, it can be an embarrassing and uncomfortable issue to face. While minor skin problems are fairly routine, you may find yourself unsure of how you should respond to problems or the steps that can help to minimize the risk of developing issues with your skin. Follow The Steps For Minimizing Acne Breakouts Acne is one of the more common skin problems that people will encounter, and it can also be one of the more noticeable.
23 September 2017
Do you hate the look of your large, obvious pores? Maybe you have them over your nose, or perhaps that are scattered over your entire face. Covering them up with makeup is a lot of work and can cause them to become clogged, leading to acne. So, here are a few other treatments you can try for your large pores -- presented in order from least to most invasive. Exfoliation
30 August 2017