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Q&A with Sarah Fender
July 18, 2019
We are thrilled to welcome Sarah Fender to our new team at Park West in Mount Pleasant. Sarah is a board-certified physician assistant with a bachelor’s degree in biology from the College of Charleston and a master’s degree in physician assistant studies from the Medical University of South Carolina. Get to know Sarah with our […]
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We’re Expanding to Park West!
July 15, 2019
We are so excited to share that we will be expanding our presence within the tri-county area to better serve the rapidly growing Mount Pleasant community. As one of the fastest growing areas, Mount Pleasant is now the third largest city in the greater Charleston metropolitan area, with more than 70,000 residents and growing. Additionally, […]
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CoolSculpting: Are You a Good Candidate?
July 12, 2019
If you’re worried that you might not be a good candidate for CoolSculpting®, you may just be surprised. CoolSculpting is a shockingly accessible, non-invasive way to reduce fat. Who is CoolSculpting for? Even though men and women tend to show fat in different areas, CoolSculpting works for both. The procedure works great for getting rid […]
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What to Do if You Sweat Too Much
June 28, 2019
Sweating an excessive amount can interfere with your confidence, not to mention with daily activities like turning door knobs. If excessive sweating leads to your skin staying wet for an extended amount of time, turning white or peeling, or leading to skin infections like athlete’s foot and jock itch, you may have hyperhidrosis. The word […]
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Update Your Summer Skincare Routine
April 5, 2019
As the days become longer and we spend more time at the beach, we must prepare our skin for the fun time we plan to spend in the sun. It’s important to enjoy life, especially when you’re in Charleston, but it’s also just as important to take care of your skin to prevent aging and […]
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Top 10 Skincare Myths
March 8, 2019
We could fill a book with all the old wives tales we’ve heard at Charleston Dermatology. While some are worthwhile (eating avocado and salmon for better skin and nails), some are downright dubious. To help you sort through the rumor mill, let us dispel some common myths: Myth: If a product is “all natural”, […]
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Your Guide to Atopic Dermatitis
February 22, 2019
Did you know that your eczema may actually be classified as atopic dermatitis? It’s the most common type of eczema and it simply means that a) it might be inherited and b) it’s a skin-related disease. It’s something that we see a lot at Charleston Dermatology and we’re here to help soothe both your fears […]
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Should You Get a Chemical Peel?
February 8, 2019
The time has arrived: you’ve finally experienced the panic-inducing moment of looking in the mirror, or seeing a recently-taken picture of yourself, only to think: “Is that what I really look like?” Suddenly, the tolls of everyday living have made themselves apparent in your facial lines. Fear not: there’s no need to rush into drastic […]
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How to Determine Your Skin Type
January 25, 2019
Not everyone’s skin is created equally. Your skin type is typically determined by a combination of your genetics, the climate, changes in your hormones, medications, diet, allergies or skin care. Because of all these different factors, your skin can vary season to season or depending on what time of foods you are eating. However, when […]
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Everything You Need to Know About Mohs Surgery
January 11, 2019
Known as the gold standard for removing many types of skin cancer, including the two most common forms of skin cancer (basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma), Mohs surgery offers a success rate of up to 99 percent while sparing as much healthy tissue as possible. In other words: Mohs is the best option […]
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Top Three Ways to Treat Chapped Hands
December 28, 2018
As the days continue to get shorter and colder, you may have begun to notice a change with your skin. That’s because when the temperatures outside drop, so does the humidity. This, in turn, causes our skin to dry out too because of the lack of moisture available in the air. Conversely, when we turn […]
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Control Breakouts During the Holidays
December 17, 2018
‘Tis the season for homemade cookies, eggnog and all of the delicious sugary sweets that accompany almost every holiday party you’ll attend this year. And while it can be okay to give into the holiday spirit and indulge in some sweet treats every now and then, it is important to enjoy everything in moderation for […]
