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What Is Melanoma?
August 10, 2021
Melanoma. You’ve probably heard of this specific type of skin cancer, but what is it? Let’s dive in and talk all things melanoma. Melanoma is one of the most concerning forms of skin cancer, however, patients typically have favorable outcomes with detected and treated early. This cancer is caused by exposure to sunlight and artificial […]
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Mohs Surgery Recovery FAQs
June 22, 2021
Mohs surgery is known as the gold standard for removing many types of skin cancer, such as basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Mohs surgery is often the treatment of choice for skin cancers that are located in areas where you want to preserve as much healthy tissue as possible (such as the face) […]
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Cosmetic Quarterly: What Is Cosmetic Dermatology?
July 21, 2020
At Charleston Dermatology, we offer a range of different services so you can not only look your best, but feel your best, too. Cosmetic dermatology is one of our services that provides several skincare options and treatments in achieving the appearance you desire. 1. What is cosmetic dermatology? Cosmetic dermatology is a general category […]
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Dry hands from COVID-19 precautions? Hydrate with these tips!
March 18, 2020
With heightened news of the Coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19), comes a variety of ways to help prevent it. Among those was good hand hygiene: washing your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place or after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing. If you […]
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Adult Acne Getting the Best of You? Four Solutions to Try!
February 6, 2020
Many people mistakenly think that acne is limited to puberty. In reality, millions of adults have this inflammatory skin condition. Acne is one of the most common skin diseases in the world. One study suggests that 85% of women and 15% of men have adult acne. Some have had it since youth, others experience a […]
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What Are Actinic Keratoses?
January 20, 2020
Statistics suggest that over 40 million Americans develop actinic keratoses (AKs) every year. This skin condition is one that we treat often. Yet, actinic keratosis (AK) is not a familiar term. This raises a question. So, what are actinic keratoses? About Actinic Keratoses Actinic keratoses are precancerous growths on the skin. They are caused by […]
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6 Skin Tips to Kick-Off the New Year!
January 6, 2020
Every year there is a sense of renewal that comes in January. It’s an opportunity to recommit to those things that you didn’t get to the prior year or it’s a chance to set some new goals and stake your claim in the new year. When it comes to your health, it’s only natural that […]
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Top 5 Blog Posts of 2019!
November 26, 2019
It’s been a great year at Charleston Dermatology and we’re taking a look back at our top blog posts you care most about. As we focus on medical and surgical practices, we work hard to ensure our patients have the information they need to have healthy skin all year long. From tips, guides and #DermTerms, […]
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Cosmetic Quarterly with Dr. Mackenzie Gwynne
January 1, 1970
We’re excited to kick-off a new series with our newest edition to the team, Dr. Mackenzie Gwynne! With a passion for cosmetic dermatology, each quarter we will be doing a Q&A one-on-one with Dr. Gwynne on a range of topics. For our first edition, we’re discussing 2020 trends and need to know advancements in the […]
