Did you know that your skin is not only an organ but a the largest one in your body? It serves many purposes, is vitally important to health and survival, and is exposed to the environment as well as internal, systemic damage. Your skin deserves the same level of care as your heart or lungs. A dermatologist provides this type of care, addressing your skin and hair as well as your overall health as it relates to your skin.
What is Dermatology?
Dermatology is a branch of medicine that focuses on the skin and structures that grow from it, including hair and nails. All of the dermatologists at Krauss Dermatology are medical doctors board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dermatologists provide a range of care, from aesthetic concerns to the diagnosis and treatment of serious and even life threatening skin conditions. They also can help prevent cutaneous issues from becoming more dangerous by identifying precancerous conditions and treating diseases before they become more severe.
Dermatology 101: How Your Dermatologist Can Improve Your Skin, Hair, and Health
You may see a dermatologist for many reasons, including those you might not have expected, such as differentiating normal growths from dangerous ones, improving itching and other symptoms of skin disease, thinning hair or nail problems. Dermatologists can also teach you to take care of your skin, so it remains healthy and protects the rest of your body from the outside world.
Daily and Preventative Care
Are you unsure how to establish the right skincare routine for your needs? We offer medical-grade skin care products and comprehensive guidance in choosing the ones that are right for your skin. Dermatologists also provide skin cancer screenings that can catch potential cancer before it becomes dangerous to your health.
Medical Conditions
Many medical conditions affect the skin, including conditions in other parts of the body. Dermatologists can diagnose and treat chronic or acute skin conditions, including a variety of rashes, psoriasis, rosacea, eczema, acne and autoimmune diseases. Technological and pharmaceutical advances in treating these chronic conditions can help you enjoy life with fewer worries about your skin.
Dermatologists also treat and remove a wide range of skin issues, such as birthmarks, vascular lesions, or precancerous lesions. Skin issues that significantly affect your daily life are often considered medical conditions. Dermatologists also perform skin cancer removal surgeries.
Cosmetic Conditions
As skincare experts, dermatologists are also in a position to provide many anti-aging and other cosmetic services. Common aesthetic skin concerns include lines and wrinkles, skin laxity, and hyperpigmentation. While these treatments may be available elsewhere, a dermatologist has a far more in-depth knowledge of your skin’s functions and needs. In addition, they understand whether an unwanted brown spot is innocent or potentially dangerous before advising laser or other treatments.
Since dermatologists are skilled in hair and nails, they may provide hair loss treatments, body contouring, and laser hair removal. Bring all your skin concerns to Krauss Dermatology to find out how our doctors and their experienced team can help you.
Take the Next Step
If you have further questions about what dermatology can do for you, we encourage you to schedule a consultation at Krauss Dermatology. Call us at (781) 247-5593 or fill out our online contact form. We look forward to taking care of you.