While melasma isn’t necessarily dangerous, it can still do some harm to our self-esteem, and it’s perfectly normal to want to do something about it. Let’s take a look at all the ways melasma affects us, and how you can treat it. What is melasma? “Melasma is a common, chronic, and recurring disorder of hyperpigmentation…
We can all agree that wearing a mask is crucial right now. However, masks do come with their own sets of challenges, despite their necessity. We’re talking about a very common new phenomenon called “maskne”, which is simply acne breakouts caused by wearing face masks! Most people now are wearing masks at least sometimes, and…
Today’s new normal has some challenges; one is wearing a new accessory we are not used to, face masks. Although the masks are essential today to protect ourselves and others, it has brought some increased discomfort or exacerbated already existing conditions. Here to teach us what we need to know about wearing face masks is…
Summer brings late nights, cold drinks, and hot weather, but with all of that also comes some skin ailments you might run into.. Here to clue us in on some of the most common summer skin ailments is Marlise Fletter, CNP at Apex Skin in Solon. About Marlise Fletter As a board certified family…
There are so many different types of cancers, all with their own level of severity. Melanoma, for instance, is the most dangerous of skin cancers. Here to tell us more about the deadliest form of skin cancer and what you need to know in order to prevent and catch it early is our very own…
As scientists and doctors worldwide try to quickly expand their knowledge to fight COVID-19, new developments are being found and shared, including information on a variety of rashes linked to the virus. In fact, rashes are presenting in approximately 20% of COVID patients, making it an indicator of the virus, and prompting dermatologists to take…
Scarring is one of the most sensitive issues with skincare. It’s very difficult to heal scars and do so properly and permanently. For this reason, patients who come to us put a lot of faith in our understanding of scars and how to help heal them. Among one of the worst culprits in scarring is…
Winter is a time for giving, gathering with loved ones…and dry, damaged skin. That’s the truth for most of us in these cold, dry climates during this time of year. And while it’s more difficult to deal with, a few tweaks to your skincare routine can make all the difference! Let’s take a look at…
While rosacea can be irritating all year long, it tends to get even worse during the cold, dry winter months. And without the proper understanding of it, you could actually be making it worse! Here to help us understand more about rosacea is Dr. Brian Moore. About Dr. Brian Moore Born in Cleveland, Dr. Moore…
Scars are an unfortunate part of life. When the skin is damaged beyond repair, the trauma results in scar tissue forming. This happens to everyone, from babies to the elderly. And for those serving or those who have served in the military, like our own Dr. Garcia, those scars can be even more of a…