Frequently Asked Questions

Medical Dermatology What are actinic keratoses? What are the symptoms of AKs? Are AKs the same as skin cancer? Do AKs only occur in older people? Accutane® What is Eczema? What are the symptoms? Who gets it? What is melanoma? Is melanoma fatal? Can early detection lower my risk of serious harm? Am I at risk for developing melanoma? Psoriasis Rosacea

Cosmetic Dermatology What is Botox® Cosmetic? Benefits of Botox® Cosmetic Risks of Botox® Cosmetic Juvéderm™, Juvéderm™ Ultra and Juvéderm™ Ultra Plus Radiesse™ What is Sculptra®? Is Sculptra safe? Who most benefits from Sculptra? Acne Dermatology What is acne? Do only teenagers get acne? Are men more likely to have acne than women? Is acne dangerous? What causes acne? Chocolate and oily or greasy foods can cause acne, right? What are the different types of lesions/acne? Can acne be treated? What are the different kinds of treatments?

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Patient Resources

Here are some helpful links to a variety of dermatology websites. Visitors may submit suggestions for additional links by contacting us.

• American Academy of Dermatology
• National Psoriasis Foundation
• Infoderm: Dermatology on the Web
• Electronic Textbook of Dermatology
• American Society of MOHS Surgery
• Women's Dermatologic Society