Seeing small white bumps on your face? You’re not alone. Many of my patients have these and want them gone! They are called milia. Milia are small, white cysts under the surface of your skin. Milia are not whiteheads, a type of acne, nor are they painful or harmful. Causes Trapped dead skin cells that […]
Medical Dermatology
Ways Cold Weather Can Affect Your Skin
Winter is here, and with it comes freezing temperatures, snow, sleet, and skin problems. Did you know that cold weather can affect your skin in ways you don’t expect? I see a wide variety of rashes and cold weather-related problems this time of year. That’s why it’s so important for you to protect yourself against […]
How Alcohol Consumption Affects Skin Health
Enjoying a glass of wine or beer after a hard day’s work or having a drink or two at a holiday party is enjoyable. However, consuming too much alcohol can have negative effects, including on your skin. It can cause dry skin, flushing, dark circles, and decreased elasticity. Here are the top three issues with […]
Ways to Minimize Acne Breakouts
ter when you get acne breakouts, the question Dr. Amin hears most often is “how do I get rid of it?” Here are some suggestions.
Hives: Causes and Treatments
If you’ve ever broken out in hives, you’re not alone. Technically called urticaria, hives are itchy, raised welts found on the skin that are usually red, pink, or flesh colored. They can appear blanched so that the center turns white if you press on the hive. Changes in their color might be less visible on darker skin tones. […]
5 Tips to Help you Protect Your Skin This Summer
Summer is here and, if you’re thinking of getting a tan, please rethink that! It’s a really bad idea for both you and your skin. After all, exposure to UV rays is the fastest way to age your skin, as well as increase your risk of skin cancer. Neither is anything you want! So, here […]
May Focuses on Melanoma Awareness
The first Monday in May is Melanoma Monday, and the entire month is designated as National Melanoma Awareness Month. This is designed to raise awareness about the dangers of melanoma, a type of skin cancer. If left untreated, this form of skin cancer can spread rapidly to other areas of the body. It is important […]
Why you need an annual skin checkup
You have skin, right? Did you know that skin is the largest organ in the body? That’s why even if you don’t have any obvious issues, you should see a dermatologist annually. As a board-certified dermatologist, I specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions and diseases of the skin, hair, and nails. There is no other […]
Skin Tags, Warts & Moles
You have some new growth on your skin, and you aren’t sure if it’s a skin tag, wart, or mole. You’re not alone. Many of my patients come in when they notice something new and aren’t sure if it needs to be removed. Let’s look at each: Skin Tags These are often seen in the […]
Common Adult Skin Conditions
Bumps, breakouts, blotches, and more — at some point, you probably have had some skin condition that’s bothered you enough that you sought (or should have gotten) medical advice. That’s because skin is the largest organ and is susceptible to infection and diseases. Here are some common skin conditions we treat in our adult patients: […]