It is important for patients to understand that moles are common, with almost everyone having a few and some people developing hundreds. Individuals with light skin tend to have more moles, with the average ranging from 10 to 40. Melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer, can develop within a mole....
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The temperatures are starting to dip and the sun is setting early. Your first impulse may be to stow your favorite SPF under the sink, but as I tell my patients, protecting your skin against UV damage is a year-round commitment. Sun damage that causes cancer is cumulative throughout your life....
The question comes up, what to do in Whiteville and how long of a drive to Whiteville? Whiteville, NC is a short 45 minutes away from the cities of Wilmington, NC and Myrtle Beach, SC. If I may suggest on your morning of Mohs surgery grab a coffee and a croissant...
There are distinct differences in how a Dermatologist can go about becoming a “Mohs Certified Surgeon.” There are two routes. One is by way of the American College of Mohs Surgery; the other is via the American Society for Mohs Surgery. The detail of how a surgeon earned their certification is...
“When One Door Closes Another Door Opens” – Alexander Graham Bell We all have a story and every story has a soul. After years of contemplating my story, I finally decided that it was time to write a brave new one. I absolutely love my job, love going to work every...
It’s easy to understand how the face, back of the hands and neck are susceptible to skin cancer, but many people fail to consider their lips. The lips are just like the rest of your skin and are just as susceptible to skin cancer. While lip cancer is less common, it...
Go with the “Beauty you were born with” – Guidelines from Dr. Thomas J. Braza Fact: 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in the course of a lifetime. 9 Steps to Save Your Skin Seek the shade between 10 AM and 4 PM. Do not burn. Avoid...