Skin Cancer - Gaithersburg

» Total Body Skin Examination	» Psoriasis
» Skin Cancer Eval/Removal	» Hyperhidrosis
» Mole Eval/Removal	» Hair Loss
» Acne

Total Body Skin Examination

Total body skin examinations are the cornerstone of preventative skin health at Aesthetics, Skin Care & Dermasurgery. As we age, many new spots appear on our skin. Dr. Green routinely performs head to toe skin examinations to try and determine what is safe and what is dangerous. If necessary, Dr. Green augments his examination with photographs to help monitor suspicious spots. Unwanted or suspect growths can be efficiently destroyed or excised using advanced skin surgical techniques.

Skin Cancer Eval/Removal

Skin cancer refers to the abnormal, uncontrolled growth of skin cells. The most common skin cancers are basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. A rarer but more dangerous skin cancer is melanoma, the leading cause of death from skin disease.

Skin cancers vary in shape, color, size and texture. Early intervention is essential to prevent skin cancer from spreading. As a fellow of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (www.asds.net), Dr. Green specializes in advanced skin surgical techniques. He routinely removes these dangerous growths while trying to achieve the most optimal cosmetic outcome.

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Mole Eval/Removal

Moles and other birthmarks are benign pigmented spots or patches of skin that range in color from tan, brown and black (moles) to red or pink. Though most moles are normal, they may develop into abnormal moles or even melanoma cancer. Any mole exhibiting change in diameter, color or shape should be evaluated as soon as possible. If necessary, Dr. Green can remove any mole that bothers you or shows signs of being abnormal or cancerous.

Acne

acne scarring, gaithersburg Seventeen million Americans currently have acne, making it the most common skin disease in the country. While it affects mostly teenagers, and almost all teenagers have some form of acne, adults of any age can have it. Acne is not life-threatening, but it can cause physical disfigurement (scarring) and emotional distress. Treatment varies depending on the type and severity of lesions, skin type and the patient's age and lifestyle.

Options include:

Topical Medications
Oral Antibiotics
Hormonal Therapy
Accutane
Microdermabrasion/Chemical Peels
Facials
Laser Treatments

Pharmaceutical industries commonly utilize Dr. Green's expertise to help test new strategies for acne treatment.

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Psoriasis

Over seven million men and women in the U.S. of all ages have some form of psoriasis, which may be mild, moderate or severe. Psoriasis cannot be cured but it can be treated successfully, sometimes for months or years at a time and occasionally even permanently. Treatment depends on the type, severity and location of psoriasis; the patient's age, medical history and lifestyle; and the effect the disease has on the patient's general mental health.

At Aesthetics, SkinCare & Dermasurgery, we utilize all of the most advanced treatments available. These include topical medications, XTRAC laser therapy, narrow band UVB, and biologic and oral agents. Dr. Green also has a close professional relationship with the National Psoriasis Foundation (www.psoriasis.org.)

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Hyperhidrosis

Hyperhidrosis is a disorder characterized by excessive sweating that occurs in up to 1% of the population. The excessive sweating can occur in the hands (palmar hyperhidrosis), in the armpits (axillary hyperhidrosis), or in the feet (plantar hyperhidrosis).

The initial treatment for hyperhidrosis is usually medical and does not involve surgery. A newer treatment for hyperhidrosis is BOTOX®. When a small amount of BOTOX® (Botulinum Toxin Type A) is placed into the armpits or palms, it stops those areas from getting clammy and sweaty.

Hair Loss

Hair loss is distressing no matter what the cause. Hair loss can be hormonal, genetic, age related, from chemicals, styling methods, or even from severe physical or emotional trauma. At Aesthetics, SkinCare & Dermasurgery, we take the time to try and determine why you are losing hair. We take a thorough history, use multiple tests, and select the most appropriate therapy to try and solve your problem.


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