Patients often tell us about skin care do’s and don’ts they’ve heard. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of misinformation out there, so we’re sharing the top four skin care myths we’ve heard and what the truth really is, so you can …
No matter what age you are, the #1 tip from every skin care expert, including our Alaska Center for Dermatology Providers, is to use sunscreen daily. Look for a broad-spectrum SPF of 30+ as recommended by the American Academy of …
Every year many of us make New Year’s resolutions, set goals, and plan budgets to handle expenses big and small. Be sure to include an annual skin exam on your list! These are a few things to know about your …
Marionette lines are commonly called “laugh lines” or “smile lines” that appear vertically around the mouth and chin. They can make you look like you have a frown on your face. The skin around your mouth is thinner compared to …
Skin Changes Over Time
Our skin is almost like a scrapbook that displays our memories and outdoor adventures. Some of these may show up on our skin as dark spots, broken blood vessels, or other discolorations.
Most of the time, …
Everyone’s face changes at a different pace, there are many factors that influence the changes, including the formation of lines. From cellular changes to genetic factors, to damage from the sun and the environment, these things affect us in different …
What Is Mohs Surgery?
Mohs Micrographic Surgery is a highly specialized form of skin cancer surgery with the highest reported cure rate for selected skin cancers. It was initially developed in the 1930s by Fredrick Mohs, a physician at the …
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