Teenage acne is common but that doesn’t mean the condition should be ignored.  Mostly aggravated by the abrupt arrival of new hormones that stimulate the dormant oil glands, causing plugging of glands followed by redness, swelling,  and sometimes even pain. Teenage acne is usually emotionally distressing at a time when self-esteem may be somewhat fragile. Treating acne can not only prevent scarring but also alleviate self-esteem concerns. We offer a large variety of acne treatments for teenagers utilizing a broad range of prescription topical medicines, oral prescription antibiotics, and vitamins, chemical peels, hormonal therapy such as birth control and Isotretinoin (Accutane). When deciding how to treat teenage acne, our providers will assist by evaluating all of the options available and assembling a treatment plan with the teen and parent based on a patient’s individual circumstances. The treatment of teenage acne will often combine different modalities based upon the type and severity of the acne. Acne

Hives are an inflammation of the skin that are identified by their pink or red tones and itchiness. Hives look different from person to person, ranging from tiny dots to large welts. Sometimes, hives occur as the result of an allergic reaction. But for some people, hives can appear without warning, regenerating and staying for weeks or months on end. Dermatology patients who have hives for more than 6 weeks are diagnosed with having chronic hives. Hives that appear and disappear in less than 6 weeks are known as acute hives. In most cases, they do not present any serious health threat. However, they can be uncomfortable, unsightly, and inconvenient.   Did you know? Severe cases of hives may cause serious health complications. The airway can swell shut or nearly shut, impairing breathing and swallowing capabilities. Anyone with these types of symptoms should seek immediate emergency help and use an

A mole is a pigmented spot on the outer layer of the skin. Moles are produced when cells called melanocytes cluster with tissue. Melanocytes are spread evenly all over your skin and when your skin is exposed to sun, they cause the area to tan. Almost everyone has at least one mole. Whether hated for aesthetic reasons or worn proudly like  Cindy Crawford’s famous beauty mark, moles are more common than you may realize. The average person has anywhere from 10 to 40 moles. Moles are not only brown. They can be the color of your skin, or different shades of pink, tan, or even dark blue. Hormonal change in puberty or during pregnancy can make moles darker or larger. Only about 2% of babies are born with moles. Moles can appear early in childhood. Some will appear later, usually until around age 20. The cause of moles is unknown,

Warts are caused by a viral infection in the top layer of the skin. Warts are contagious and can be passed from person to person. The treatments for warts include prescription creams applied to the warts , oral medications, freezing the warts with liquid nitrogen, or the candela V beam laser. The treatment is tailored to the location, size and age of the patient.

Scabies is a skin condition caused by mites that burrow into the skin and lay eggs. Mites are not visible on the skin and go relatively unnoticed until the skin begins reacting to the mite infection. Usually, the skin responds by forming a rash that itches and worsens without treatment. However, it can take up to 6 weeks for this reaction to occur, giving the mite plenty of time to feed and reproduce. People who suspect they may have scabies or have been exposed to the mite that causes it should see a dermatologist. Did you know… that scabies is contagious and can affect anyone regardless of how clean they are? Though the mite responsible for scabies cannot survive without a host, it can live for 2 to 3 days while it searches for one. This means that it is possible to contract scabies mites from objects like clothing, although