Dermatology Treatments and Services

Complete Dermatology Treatment

Fairlawn Dermatology provides services for your whole family's skin care needs, ranging from pediatric rashes to cosmetic procedures. We've included descriptions of some of these services on this page.

Fairlawn Dermatology is located near Summit Mall in a convenient location. Our knowledgeable staff utilizes an electronic medical records system to run a very efficient practice. We provide excellent customer service and operate a wait list that we actively use to try to accommodate our patients. Our practice accepts most major insurance companies.

Fairlawn Dermatology provides services for your whole family's skin care needs, ranging from pediatric rashes to cosmetic procedures. We've included descriptions of some of these services on this page.

Acne

Acne is the most frequent skin condition seen by medical professionals. It consists of pimples that appear on the face, back and chest. About 80% of adolescents have some form of acne, and about 5% of adults experience acne. In normal skin, oil glands under the skin, known as sebaceous glands, produce an oily substance called sebum.

Moles (Nevi)

Moles are brown or black growths, usually round or oval, that can appear anywhere on the skin. They can be rough or smooth, flat or raised, single or multiple. They occur when cells responsible for skin pigmentation, known as melanocytes, grow in clusters instead of spread across the skin. Generally, moles are less than one-quarter inch in size. Most moles appear by age 20, although some may appear later in life.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a skin condition that creates red patches of skin with white, flaky scales. It most commonly occurs on the elbows, knees, and trunk but can appear anywhere on the body. The first episode usually strikes between the ages of 15 and 35. It is a chronic condition that cycles through flare-ups and remissions throughout the rest of the patient's life. Psoriasis affects as many as 7.5 million people in the United States. About 20,000 children under the age of ten have been diagnosed with psoriasis.

Rashes

"Rash" is a general term for various skin conditions. A rash is a change that affects the skin and usually appears as a red patch or small bumps or blisters. Most rashes are harmless and can be treated effectively with over-the-counter anti-itch creams, antihistamines, and moisturizing lotions.

Rosacea

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that causes facial redness, acne-like pimples, small blood vessels on the face, swelling, or watery, irritated eyes. This inflammation of the face can affect the cheeks, nose, chin, forehead, or eyelids. More than 14 million Americans suffer from rosacea. It is not contagious, but some evidence suggests that it is inherited. There is no known cause or cure for rosacea. There is also no link between rosacea and cancer.

Skin Cancers

Skin cancer is the most common human cancer, affecting more than one million Americans annually. One in five Americans will develop skin cancer at some point. Skin cancers are generally curable if caught early. However, people with skin cancer are at a higher risk of developing new skin cancer, so regular self-examination and doctor visits are imperative.

Warts

Warts are small, harmless growths that appear most frequently on the hands and feet. Sometimes they look flat and smooth; other times, they have a dome-shaped or cauliflower-like appearance. Warts can be surrounded by skin that is either lighter or darker. Warts are caused by different forms of the human papillomavirus (HPV). They occur in people of all ages and can spread from person to person and from one part of the body to another. Warts are benign (noncancerous) and generally painless.

Wrinkles

Wrinkles are a natural part of the aging process. They occur most frequently in areas exposed to the sun, such as the face, neck, back of the hands, and forearms. Over time, skin gets thinner, drier, and less elastic. Ultimately, this causes wrinkles - either fine lines or deep furrows. In addition to sun exposure, premature skin aging is associated with smoking, heredity, and skin type (higher incidence among people with fair hair, blue eyes, and light skin).