Acne can be unsightly and painful. In addition to the physical toll, it can also saddle sufferers with poor self-esteem and even depression. A drug called Accutane® (isotretinoin) offers...
VISIT OUR Accutane PAGEAffecting 40 to 50 million Americans, acne is the most common skin condition in the United States. While it occurs most often in teens and young adults, acne does...
VISIT OUR Acne PAGEDuring the normal aging process, the eyes may be the first region noticeably affected. This is due to the development of saggy, unsupported, fatty tissues which give the eyes...
VISIT OUR Blepharoplasty (Eyelid / Eyelids Lift) PAGELooking to lose stubborn fat? Our offices offer a variety of methods to help you lose fat and feel better. Here you’ll find a summary of the various body...
VISIT OUR Body Contouring PAGEBotox® is the most popular cosmetic procedure performed in the U.S., as it quickly and effectively reduces or eliminates the appearance of facial lines and wrinkles for up to...
VISIT OUR Botox Cosmetic PAGEAt APDerm, our providers pride themselves in delivering the best in medical and cosmetic dermatological care. In order to consistently deliver cutting-edge treatments, our network is in constant collaboration,...
VISIT OUR Clinical Trials and Research PAGESoft tissue augmentation has become increasingly popular as new fillers are able to plump up lines and scars due to aging, acne and trauma. Some have even compared the...
VISIT OUR Cosmetic Injectables / Filler PAGEAn advanced treatment that combines extraction, exfoliation, and infusion of serums to improve your overall skin health. Diamond Glow is non-invasive and a great treatment option for various skin...
VISIT OUR Diamond Glow PAGEAt APDerm, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront when it comes to providing expert dermatological care. We are also continuously striving to improve so that our patients...
VISIT OUR Education and Teaching PAGEIn dermatology, excisions are a standard and versatile procedure. They are done to remove skin cancers, moles and other lesions. This method is used to ensure that all of...
VISIT OUR Excisions / Repairs PAGEAs the old saying goes, the eyes are the window to the soul. So it makes sense to want to keep the surrounding area in good condition! This has...
VISIT OUR Eyelid Surgery PAGEIf your hair follicles have become inactive over time and you are starting to notice your hair thinning, we can help. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair restoration is a...
VISIT OUR Hair Restoration PAGEThe first and only FDA-approved injectable treatment to improve the appearance of moderate to severe fat beneath the chin by physically destroying fat cells. Kybella® is a prescription medicine used in adults...
VISIT OUR Kybella Cosmetic Injectable PAGEUnwanted body hair is something both men and women struggle with, and sometimes the daily routine of shaving and tweezing is a nuisance and a hassle. In fact, laser...
VISIT OUR Laser Hair Removal PAGEA fast and efficient way to remove old or damaged skin cells and enhance the vitality and clarity of the skin. Regular treatments will maintain a youthful appearance, especially...
VISIT OUR Microdermabrasion PAGEA form of Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT), CIT creates controlled injuries underneath the skin’s surface. The injury induces the body to respond through the formation of new tissue. In...
VISIT OUR Microneedling PAGEMohs Surgery is a state-of-the-art treatment in which the physician serves as a surgeon, pathologist, and reconstructive surgeon. It relies on the accuracy of a microscope to trace and ensure...
VISIT OUR Mohs Micrographic Surgery PAGENail surgery might not be the first course of action when it comes to treating nail issues, but it is sometimes necessary when topical solutions and medication don’t work...
VISIT OUR Nail Surgery PAGEMany people who experience itchy skin or unexplained rashes could have an underlying allergy. Patch testing is a way to establish if this is the case and, if so,...
VISIT OUR Patch Testing / Contact Dermatitis PAGEOur clinical staff works collaboratively with our consulting Board-Certified Dermatopathologists to assure excellent clinical correlation for the evaluation of skin diseases. Our pathology services include immunophenotyping,...
VISIT OUR Pathology-Laboratory PAGEChemical peels are an effective way to rejuvenate your complexion. When performed by a board-certified dermatologist or registered aesthetician, they can target and treat a range of skin concerns,...
VISIT OUR Peels PAGEAlso known as blue light therapy, photodynamic therapy (PDT) is proven effective at eliminating certain types of skin cancer cells and providing relief to patients with chronic skin conditions...
VISIT OUR Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) PAGEWhen we think of UV light and its relationship with our skin, we tend to think of the damage caused by the sun. But UV light, when administered in...
VISIT OUR Phototherapy PAGEThere are a number of different ways that laser can be used in dermatology to improve the skin. Some of them work to rejuvenate the complexion, reduce signs of...
VISIT OUR Pigment Lasers PAGEPlatelet-rich plasma, or PRP, treatments are a way to rejuvenate the skin in a safe and non-invasive way. Nicknamed the ‘vampire facial’, it uses the patient’s own blood to...
VISIT OUR Platelet-rich Plasma PAGEAlso known as collagen induction therapy or skin needling, radiofrequency microneedling is one of the most popular treatments to rejuvenate the skin. It is a controlled form of skin...
VISIT OUR Radiofrequency Microneedling PAGESome people are proud of their scars. Others find theirs unsightly or a permanent reminder of past trauma. For those who fall into the latter category, scar revision can...
VISIT OUR Scar Revision PAGEAround 20% of adults will develop spider veins or varicose veins at some stage in their lives. They are more common in women than in men. The causes behind them...
VISIT OUR Sclerotherapy and Other Vein Treatments PAGEHere you’ll find a summary of the various skin rejuvenation treatments offered across our wide network of dermatology practices. While not all offices will offer every treatment option listed...
VISIT OUR Skin Rejuvenation PAGEA skin tag refers to a flesh-colored, painless, benign growth on the skin surface. They are connected by a stalk known as a peduncle. They are unpreventable and one...
VISIT OUR Skin Tag Removal PAGEAre you ready to make a change? If you have a tattoo that you’re ready to remove, the targeted PicoWay Laser System may be just right for you. PicoWay...
VISIT OUR Tattoo Removal PAGEFor your convenience and safety, APDerm is excited to continue our Telederm program enabling us to care for patients remotely. Patients can receive care through secure dermatologist consultations via...
VISIT OUR Teledermatology PAGEWhat is Ultherapy®? Ultherapy is a safe, non-surgical ultrasound treatment that counteracts the effects of time and gravity on your skin. Ultherapy is also the only cosmetic procedure to use...
VISIT OUR Ultherapy and Other Skin Tightening Therapies / Vascular Lasers PAGETreatment for Psoriasis, Eczema, and Vitiligo Skin disorders can cause severe physical changes to the dermis, which is the thick layer of living tissue that sits below the epidermis, forming...
VISIT OUR XTRAC PAGEIf you have acne scars—you are not alone! Acne scarring is a direct result from the most common skin condition in the United States – acne. Acne scarring occurs...
VISIT OUR Acne Scarring PAGEAlopecia affects nearly 6.8 million people in the United States today. Alopecia is hair loss on the scalp and body that results from hormonal changes, aging, autoimmune disorder, manual...
VISIT OUR Alopecia/Hair loss PAGEBlistering skin disorders are conditions in which there are fluid-filled skin lesions on the body. Blistering disorders are different from the typical blister you may get from wearing a...
VISIT OUR Blistering Disorders PAGESome skin conditions and disorders are easy to diagnose and treat. Others, however, are a lot more complicated. At APDerm, our staff are well-versed not only in common, everyday...
VISIT OUR Complex Medical Dermatology PAGEConnective tissue disease is a generalized term used for hundreds of different connective tissue disorders. Connective tissue holds together the cells in our body and is made up of...
VISIT OUR Connective Tissue Disease/Dermatology-Rheumatology PAGEContact dermatitis is a red, itchy rash that presents on the skin after direct contact with an irritating substance. The irritant can be diagnosed as an allergic reaction or...
VISIT OUR Contact Dermatitis PAGEWhat is lymphoma? Cutaneous Lymphoma is a rare cancer of the white blood cells of the body and presents on the skin at diagnosis. Cutaneous lymphoma can most commonly...
VISIT OUR Cutaneous Lymphoma PAGEAside from being important from a normal appearance standpoint, earlobes serve as a popular location for jewelry. Often, earlobes are pierced to fit various forms of adornments, ranging from...
VISIT OUR Earlobe Repair PAGEThis a is not a single condition, rather it is a collection of various skin diseases that cause patches of skin to become rough, inflamed, itchy and sometimes results...
VISIT OUR Eczema PAGEGenital dermatoses is the general term used to define skin conditions on the both male and female reproductive organs. They can be classified as venereal (sexually transmitted) or non...
VISIT OUR Genital Dermatoses PAGEInfantile hemangiomas are very common with more than 200,000 cases per year A hemangioma is a noncancerous tumor made up of a cluster of blood cells that group together...
VISIT OUR Hemangiomas PAGERarely serious or dangerous, hives are one of the most common medical ailments that people of all ages may develop. The medical name for hives is urticaria. The condition...
VISIT OUR Hives PAGEClassified as excessive sweating, hyperhidrosis can be quite common. Everyone needs to sweat to cool the body. Those with hyperhidrosis appear to have overactive sweat glands and they may...
VISIT OUR Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) PAGEWhile most skin rashes are not a major cause for concern, others are infectious and easily transmitted between people. They can be a result of germs entering the body...
VISIT OUR Infectious Diseases PAGEMalignant melanoma is a form of skin cancer and is often referred to as simply melanoma. Finding and treating melanoma before it spreads is important as it is fast-moving....
VISIT OUR Melanoma and Atypical Nevi PAGEMost often, Melasma is found on upper cheeks, upper lip, lip, nose, neck, forehead and forearms. It is a skin discoloration that shows up as dark and irregular-shaped patches...
VISIT OUR Melasma and Pigmentation Concerns PAGEBe aware of what your moles look like – most are harmless, but sometimes skin cancer can develop in or near a mole. If you are aware of what...
VISIT OUR Moles / Nevi PAGEThis is a type of skin virus that, while not dangerous, is easily transferable. The virus creates a series of skin-colored bumps on the top of the skin. The...
VISIT OUR Molluscum Contagiosum PAGEThe skin of babies and young children is more delicate than adults. This sensitivity means that they are often more vulnerable to skin conditions and infections. Some of these...
VISIT OUR Pediatric Dermatology PAGEWhile psoriasis is not a dangerous skin condition, it is one that can be extremely embarrassing to live with, often causing extreme self-consciousness for an individual who is suffering...
VISIT OUR Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis PAGEPoison sumac, poison ivy, and poison oak all contain an oil called urushiol. If this oil penetrates the skin, most develop an itchy rash due to an allergic reaction....
VISIT OUR Poison Ivy PAGEUnexplained rashes are one of the main reasons that people go to see a dermatologist. There are so many different types that can be caused by a variety of...
VISIT OUR Rashes PAGEWhat is Rosacea? This condition is most commonly characterized as flushing of the skin on the face. There are four different subtypes of rosacea, all with slightly different symptoms....
VISIT OUR Rosacea PAGEWhile most skin conditions are colorblind in that they affect all races, skin of color has different needs. This is especially true when it comes to the treatment of...
VISIT OUR Skin of Color Aesthetics PAGEOf all cancer types, skin cancer is by far the most prevalent. This cancer type affects more than two million people in the United States alone every year. When...
VISIT OUR Skin Cancer PAGEA common cosmetic concern for both men and women, spider veins are characterized by clusters of dark red or purple veins that branch out in a spider leg appearance...
VISIT OUR Spider Veins and Varicose Veins Treatments PAGEThis is an unusual skin disease that is characterized by loss of pigment in certain areas. The result is patches of discolored skin, often pale in color, and much...
VISIT OUR Vitiligo and other Pigmentation Disorders PAGEWarts Warts are a common skin condition caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is contagious, so it is quite easy to contract this virus. Many people obtain warts...
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