Chemical peels are indicated for a variety of conditions. We employ multiple agents including-but not limited to- Jessner’s, TCA, and salicylic acid. Based on your skin type and findings a regimen will be tailor made for you. Chemical peels can help photoaging, acne, acne scarring, pigmentary and texture changes, and more.
Please contact us for a consultation to see if chemical peeling may be right for you.
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Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is an uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells arising in the squamous cells, which compose most of the skin’s upper layers (the epidermis). SCCs often look like scaly red patches, open sores, elevated growths with a central depression, or warts; they may crust or bleed. They can become disfiguring and sometimes deadly if allowed to grow. An estimated 700,000 cases of SCC are diagnosed each year in the US, and between 3,900 and 8,800 people died from the disease in the US in 2012.
Read More:
http://www.skincancer.org/skin-canc…/squamous-cell-carcinoma
Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCCs) are abnormal, uncontrolled growths or lesions that arise in the skin’s basal cells, which line the deepest layer of the epidermis (the outermost layer of the skin). BCCs often look like open sores, red patches, pink growths, shiny bumps, or scars and are usually caused by a combination of cumulative and intense, occasional sun exposure.
Learn more about BCCs:
http://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/basal-cell-carcinoma
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Moles are common. Almost every adult has a few moles. Adults who have light skin often have more moles. They may have 10 to 40 moles on their skin. This is normal.
You should not be overly worried about your moles. But you should know:
– A type of skin cancer, melanoma, can grow in or near a mole.
– Caught early and treated, melanoma can be cured.
– The first sign of melanoma is often a change to a mole — or a new mole on your skin.
– Checking your skin can help you find melanoma early. A dermatologist can show you how to examine your skin and tell you how often you should check your skin.
Skin Cancer Prevention Tips:
More info:
http://www.skincancer.org/prevention/sun-protection/prevention-guidelines
The American Academy of Dermatology recommends wearing an SPF of 15 or higher for maximum protection. Look for a product that states, “UVA/UVB,” protection or has “broad spectrum” on the label as it is important to protect against both spectrums.If looking for a sunscreen to use in the water, look for one that says “waterproof” or “water resistant.” Waterproof should provide 80 minutes of protection and water resistant should provide 40 minutes of protection.
Get in touch with Acworth Dermatology to learn more.
SPF stands for sun protection factor. It is a measure of ultraviolet B protection. It is the amount of light that induces redness in sunscreen-protected skin, divided by the amount of light that induces redness in non sunscreen-protected skin.
For example, a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 will delay the onset of a sunburn in a person who would otherwise burn in 10 minutes to burn in 150 minutes. So SPF 15 sunscreen allows a person to stay out in the sun 15 times longer. It is important to remember that SPF does not predict ultraviolet A protection.
Mohs surgery has come to be accepted as the single most effective technique for removing Basal Cell Carcinomas and Squamous Cell Carcinomas (BCCs and SCCs), the two most common skin cancers. It accomplishes the nifty trick of sparing the greatest amount of healthy tissue while also most completely expunging cancer cells; cure rates for BCC and SCC are an unparalleled 98 percent or higher with Mohs, significantly better than the rates for standard excision or any other accepted method.
(source: skincancer.org)
Know your ABCDEs of melanoma
asymmetry
Borders uneven(scalloped or notched)
Color variation
Diameter greater than ¼ of an inch or 6 mm(unless detected very early)
Evolution(change in size, shape, color, elevation or new symptoms such as bleeding, itching, or crusting)
Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States.
Acworth Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center operates under the direction of Johnathan L. Chappell, MD. Dr. Chappell is not only a board-certified dermatologist, but he is also a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon. He will use his advanced level of expertise to prevent, diagnose, and treat skin cancer.
Dr. Johnathan Chappell and his dedicated and professional staff will be responsible for ensuring the overall health of his patients’ skin. He will maintain a positive environment for your care and make the health of your skin his first priority.
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