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Medical Dermatology
Medical dermatology services in St. Louis providing expert care for acne, eczema, rashes, and skin cancer screening.
About 90% of the general population has struggled with acne at some time of their life. Risk of scarring increases with greater severity and longer time period from diagnosis to control, and our dermatology services in St. Louis provide effective care to manage it.
Actinic keratosis are precancerous skin lesions that have a risk of progressing to squamous cell cancer. They are more common as one ages but can affect younger people as well, our dermatology services in St. Louis provide early detection and treatment.
Contact dermatitis is a delayed reaction that occurs after exposure to an allergen or irritating substance. It develops on the skin about 1–2 days after contact but can be delayed further, Skin care services in St. Louis provide effective evaluation and treatment.
Cysts tend to develop in individuals with acne or a history of acne. They are benign (non-cancerous) growths that can become inflamed, we offer Skin health services in St. Louis evaluation and surgical removal for symptomatic cysts.
Dandruff is a common and frustrating condition that has a waxing and waning course. It doesn’t always have to show up on the scalp, but can be seen in the eyebrows, face and even chest.
Individuals with “atopic dermatitis,” or eczema, have very sensitive skin that needs to be protected from irritation. Treatment will help protect against dryness and irritation that leads to the itch/scratch cycle and flaring of eczema.
While hair loss is most common in aging adults, it can be seen in any age group, including kids. There are many different types of hair loss and successful treatments are tailored toward the specific cause.
A lipoma is a non-cancerous growth of fat cells. Person may have a single lipoma or may have many lipomas and they are very common. They should be evaluated if growing or symptomatic.
Moles, or nevi, are non-cancerous growths that appear during childhood or young adulthood but continue to develop until around 45 years old. Skin cancer can mimic moles so if a mole is changing or symptomatic, then it should be evaluated by a dermatologist.
Psoriasis affects about 2% percent of people worldwide and can present at any age. This is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that typically presents as scaly rough red plaques with an overlying silvery scale.
Individuals with dry, sensitive skin requires extra protection from irritation. In these, there is a defect in the skin barrier that allows moisture out and can create opportunities to allow allergens and bacteria into deeper layers of the skin.
Rosacea is a chronic rash involving the central face that most often starts between the age of 30 and 60 years. It is common in those with fair skin, blue eyes and Celtic origins.
The American Cancer Society and the American Academy of Dermatology both recommend monthly skin self-examinations by all individuals. If you notice something on your skin that concerns you, schedule a skin cancer screening with us so we can take a closer look!
Warts are very common skin lesions. It typically develop on the hands and feet but can be seen anywhere on the skin! They are frustrating and require many treatment attempts prior to clearing.
Cosmetic Dermatology
Expert cosmetic Dermatology Services in St. Louis, offering treatments for acne scarring, microneedling, scars, keloids, and skin rejuvenation.
Risk of scarring increases with greater severity and longer time period from diagnosis to control. Several treatment options exist to help improve the appearance of these scars.
Microneedling helps rejuvenate and tighten any lax or sagging skin. As a low risk procedure with little downtime, it’s a perfect starting point for anyone new to cosmetic procedures.
When scars become overgrown, they are known as keloids. Keloids are more common in darker skin complexions. Fortunately, several treatment options are available for those with this condition.